Sustainability
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Making a Good Difference
At ALDI, we believe in making a Good Difference. As a major Aussie retailer, we are mindful of our responsibility to the environment and the communities - those who live and work in our beautiful, big backyard.
Read about how we are Making a Good Difference here.
Good Planet
ALDI is delivering positive outcomes for our planet and the environment through a range of projects and initiatives. These include sourcing 100% of our electricity through renewable sources, reducing energy usage in our stores and distribution centres, reducing plastic packaging and embracing sustainable alternatives, and our ambitious target of Zero Waste to landfill by 2025.
Read MoreGood Business
From Australian farmers growing the very best produce, to the people who serve our customers every day, we are committed to ensuring everyone who works with and for ALDI is treated fairly and with respect. Our deep sense of responsibility is central to how we operate.
Read MoreGood Community
At ALDI, we strive to be more than a good corporate citizen, we aim to be a good community member as well. We pride ourselves on making a positive difference in our local area and supporting people in need. We believe it’s important to give back and we do this through our community partnerships.
Read MoreGood Health
Our commitment to providing high quality, affordable products to our customers is supported by our ongoing commitment to promote healthy diets and fresh food through our advertising and marketing.
Read MoreKey Initiatives
At ALDI we care deeply about how we're continuously making a good difference in the world around us. Below are some of our key Sustainability achievements.
Zero Waste
In 2022, ALDI increased it’s waste diversion rate to 82% (compared to 77% in 2018) and we are continuing to introduce new programs and efficiencies that will move us closer to our overall waste reduction target.
find out moreLocally Sourced
Our very own Australian farmers source 100% of our fresh meat, eggs, milk, salmon and fresh poultry and 97% of our fresh produce.
find out moreRenewable Energy
Across every one of our ALDI stores, warehouses, and offices, 100% of our electricity is 100% renewable.
find out moreProactive Packaging
78% of all ALDI products now include the Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) on-pack. In addition, our everyday range of standard batteries are now packaged in paper instead of plastic. That's approximately 17 tonnes of plastic waste avoided each year!
find out moreReputable Recycling
From 2020, all paper and pulp-based packaging in our everyday range are FSC, PEFC or 70% recycled.
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03/02/2026
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23/10/2023
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05/10/2023
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ALDI Australia today announces significant developments towards its national sustainability commitments in its Making Sustainability Affordable report. The report unveils that ALDI is Making a G