Bamul launches eco-friendly milk packaging on World Environment Day
Source: dairynews.today
Bamul introduces biodegradable milk packaging to combat plastic pollution.
The Bengaluru Milk Union Limited (Bamul) has taken a significant step toward reducing plastic pollution by initiating the use of biodegradable milk packaging, starting at the Kanakapura Mega Dairy on World Environment Day. Historically, milk was packaged in polythene covers, which are detrimental to the environment.
Although plastic packaging for milk had exemptions from bans due to the absence of alternatives, Bamul has pioneered the use of biodegradable covers. This initiative, beginning with a pilot run of 2 lakh covers at the new Mega Dairy plant, aims to expand across all of Bamul's operations. As half of Bengaluru's milk and curd supply, packaged in over 20 lakh covers daily, transitions to biodegradable materials, the city may see a reduction in waste.
Decomposing in about six months, these eco-friendly wraps are made from corn-based material using advanced foreign technology. Though more expensive, Bamul considers the investment worthwhile for sustainability. This effort marks India's first implementation of biodegradable packaging for milk, reflecting Bamul's leadership in environmental innovation. “Bamul has proudly introduced biodegradable milk packets for the first time in India.
This pilot initiative marks a new step by our cooperative to curb plastic pollution on World Environment Day,” said D.K. Suresh, former MP and Bamul Director. By making this switch, Bamul hopes to address the garbage crisis plaguing urban areas and is committed to continuing this green trajectory.
Although plastic packaging for milk had exemptions from bans due to the absence of alternatives, Bamul has pioneered the use of biodegradable covers. This initiative, beginning with a pilot run of 2 lakh covers at the new Mega Dairy plant, aims to expand across all of Bamul's operations. As half of Bengaluru's milk and curd supply, packaged in over 20 lakh covers daily, transitions to biodegradable materials, the city may see a reduction in waste.
Decomposing in about six months, these eco-friendly wraps are made from corn-based material using advanced foreign technology. Though more expensive, Bamul considers the investment worthwhile for sustainability. This effort marks India's first implementation of biodegradable packaging for milk, reflecting Bamul's leadership in environmental innovation. “Bamul has proudly introduced biodegradable milk packets for the first time in India.
This pilot initiative marks a new step by our cooperative to curb plastic pollution on World Environment Day,” said D.K. Suresh, former MP and Bamul Director. By making this switch, Bamul hopes to address the garbage crisis plaguing urban areas and is committed to continuing this green trajectory.
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