One Country, One System: The Case for a National Packaging EPR in Australia
Over 60 countries already have mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility for packaging. Australia is next... and the groundwork is well underway.
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Matt Kendall
March 12, 2026
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One Country, One System: The Case for a National Packaging EPR in Australia
Five signals from the Climate Investor Forum that we can’t afford to ignore
A week in the room with climate investors and founders made one thing clear: the capital stack is shifting, regulation is lagging, and the bar for relevance is rising fast.
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Elliot Costello
February 25, 2026
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Five signals from the Climate Investor Forum that we can’t afford to ignore
ESPR and the DPP are changing the game
ESPR and the Digital Product Passport (DPP) are making product-level data a condition for market access. So what exactly are they?
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Matt Kendall
February 16, 2026
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ESPR and the DPP are changing the game
When measurement meets motivation, markets move - and that’s where real change happens.
Regulation Makes a Difference, It Drives Innovation and Shapes the Way We Think and Act.
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Edward Whitehead
October 30, 2025
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When measurement meets motivation, markets move - and that’s where real change happens.
Australia’s Plastic Problem Needs Bold Policy & Big Ideas
Australia recycles just 14% of its plastics - leaving a 2.4 million-tonne landfill gap every year. It’s time for big ideas, bold policy, and radical action.
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Edward Whitehead
October 1, 2025
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Australia’s Plastic Problem Needs Bold Policy & Big Ideas
Is Your Business Packaging Regulations Ready?
Australian packaging regulations are changing. Here’s what you need to know.
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Matt Kendall
May 29, 2025
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Is Your Business Packaging Regulations Ready?
Why Packaging Data Is Your Best Line of Defence Against Tariff Shock
In the face of global trade uncertainty, a well-managed packaging data asset gives businesses the clarity and control they need to respond quickly, reduce risk, and protect margins.
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Matt Kendall
May 19, 2025
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3
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Why Packaging Data Is Your Best Line of Defence Against Tariff Shock
Regulation and Retailer Readiness Case Study: Mutti Parma
A case study detailing how Phantm helped Mutti Parma improve packaging data clarity, reduce risk and prepare for new retailer and regulatory requirements.
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Edward Whitehead
May 6, 2025
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Regulation and Retailer Readiness Case Study: Mutti Parma
Supporting Sustainability Leadership Case Study: David Jones
How David Jones is leveraging packaging data to realise cost savings and climate action.
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Supporting Sustainability Leadership Case Study: David Jones
How To Find The Savings Hiding in Your APCO Report
Your APCO report contains more than metrics. Inside that dense dataset is a strategic asset full of hidden savings and opportunities.
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Matt Kendall
April 3, 2025
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How To Find The Savings Hiding in Your APCO Report
Australia’s Path to Stronger Packaging Regulations
Learning from global leaders holds the key to bridging the global gap in Australian packaging reform.
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Jade Borella
February 20, 2025
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Australia’s Path to Stronger Packaging Regulations
Unlock The Hidden Value in Your Packaging Data
What if your packaging data held the secret to saving money and reducing your environmental impact?
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Jade Borella
January 29, 2025
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6
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Unlock The Hidden Value in Your Packaging Data
The Importance of Data in Responsible Storytelling and Sustainable Packaging
Learn insights from Amy Barry, Head of Marketing at Glen Dimplex, on data's critical role in responsible storytelling and navigating rapidly changing packaging sustainability standards and how well-managed data can drive impact and combat greenwashing.
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Matt Kendall
October 21, 2024
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The Importance of Data in Responsible Storytelling and Sustainable Packaging
Will $3.8 billion be enough to fund Australia’s sustainable packaging future?
Discover how eco-modulation and APCO’s 2030 Strategic Plan aim to reshape Australia’s packaging future. Learn how sustainable design choices could impact packaging fees and recycling rates.
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Francesca Puleio
September 23, 2024
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Will $3.8 billion be enough to fund Australia’s sustainable packaging future?
APCO’s eco-modulated fees are a step in the right direction for sustainable packaging
The scheme focuses on materials Placed on Market (POM), and incentivises APCO members to measure and improve to reduce their fees… it’s both complex and ambitious.
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Edward Whitehead
September 3, 2024
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APCO’s eco-modulated fees are a step in the right direction for sustainable packaging
Kate Forbes' Four Principles for Sustainable Beauty Packaging
Sustainability innovation insights from Kate Forbes, Head of Product Innovation at MECCA-Maginations
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Kate Forbes' Four Principles for Sustainable Beauty Packaging
Refill Packaging Solution Case Study: kit:
A data-driven approach to the sustainability of kit:'s RE:SET packaging
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Refill Packaging Solution Case Study: kit:
Step-by-Step Sustainable Packaging Checklist for Beauty Brands
Ensure your product development process integrates sustainable packaging best practices from the start.
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Matt Kendall
August 8, 2024
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Step-by-Step Sustainable Packaging Checklist for Beauty Brands
It's Not Easy Being Green... Even When You're LEGO
ecycled plastic bricks didn't pan out, but LEGO's response showed that being transparent is often the best strategy when going green.
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It's Not Easy Being Green... Even When You're LEGO
Demystifying Life Cycle Assessments
A guide to understanding the environmental impact of your products and packaging
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Edward Whitehead
March 13, 2024
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3
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Demystifying Life Cycle Assessments

Find out how Mutti Parma became regulation and retailer ready
As packaging regulations shift from voluntary to mandatory, Mutti Parma Australia wanted to stay ahead. They partnered with Phantm to assess their exposure, build a clearer picture of their packaging data, and uncover practical opportunities to reduce future cost and impact.
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