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Do you regularly find yourself in the checkout lane, your cart or basket piled high, having to take on new, unsustainable plastic bags to carry your shopping? Maybe you've always been curious about finding better options for your reusable, foldable shopping bags, but feel so overwhelmed with the myriad of options available? We understand, and to help you out, we have compiled the ultimate guide to make your shopping trips a breeze. In this article, our experts at Albury Enviro
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Trying to choose the perfect accessory for carrying your everyday essentials? Perhaps you’re an environmentally conscious business considering more sustainable alternatives for plastic bags and branding? It’s time to take a look at natural, eco-friendly tote bags, available in both singular and bulk, wholesale options across Australia. From their robust durability to their reduced environmental impact, tote bags are not just a trend; they are a lifestyle choice resonating with the conscious, stylish consumer. In this article, our team at
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We care about our planet more than we ever have before. For generations, we have been told that the extent of pollution and excessive waste – driven by overconsumption and unsustainable practices – is causing a slate of environmental disasters, like global warming and ecological disruptions. If you want to do your part in living a more environmentally conscious life, the best place to start is with your everyday practices. Instead of plastic, single-use shopping bags or storage bags built
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Consumers increasingly want businesses that care for their customers, employees, society, and the environment, not just the bottom line. In a rapidly changing world, browse these fun and effective ways a small business can market its brand. Referrals and Networking Events As a small business, word of mouth referrals are key to driving your earliest business growth. One marketing strategy along these lines includes offering discounts to existing customers who bring in referral traffic. Another is to reach out to
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Plastic pollution has risen fast to become one of the defining environmental issues of our generation. With the explosion of consumerism around the globe, disposable plastic bags are overwhelming the landfills and spilling over into the oceans. The Curse of Single-Use Plastic Though the production and use of plastic products took off in the post-war era, it has seen an explosion with the rise of globalisation in the past thirty years. However, this couldn’t last forever, and the convenience of
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Branded eco bags are some of the most useful reusable bags for the retail, food and delivery industries, not to mention untapped potential when it comes to marketing a brand. Learn the top tips from Albury Enviro Bags for what to look for in a reusable bag. Variable in Their Looks  Reusable bags can come in all shapes, sizes, prints and budgets. No matter which material preferences best suit your business, reusable bags can come in a wide range of
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There is a huge range of benefits from using a reusable grocery bag. These include saving money for you, by avoiding paying for disposable bags, and reducing the pressure on the environment we all share. Learn more about the benefits of reusable grocery bags from Albury Enviro Bags. Strong and Durable Bags Don’t you hate it when the handle tears off a grocery bag, or worse, a sharp corner cuts a hole and the groceries themselves fall out? These are
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Have you considered incorporating promotional giveaways into your marketing strategy? Promotional giveaways are a very affordable marketing strategy. More than just the fun of the moment, giveaways are a powerful tool to create a lasting impression at conferences. Explore the benefits of branded giveaways at conferences with Albury Enviro Bags. Have Fun and Create Buzz There are many ways to release a promotional giveaway. They can be given away as an unexpected gift, which uses the delight factor to make
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Custom printed bags are one of the best ways to raise your level of brand awareness. Learn how to leave a great, lasting impression with Albury Enviro Bags custom shopping bags and custom tote bags in Australia. Top Brand Awareness From promotional conference bags to promotional shopping bags, custom printed bags are an effective way to create a lasting memory of a brand name. While effective digital marketing is key to business success, there’s nothing more tangible or tactile than
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With all the benefits they come with in terms of sustainability and style, you have to take care of your reusable bags. Since you’re using them time and time again, carrying food and often putting them down on dirty surfaces, it’s easy for reusable bags to pick up bacteria that can cross-contaminate your food. It’s important to keep reusable bags clean for your groceries! Learn how to care for recyclable and reusable bags, to keep your Albury Enviro Bags clean
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Plastic is so commonplace in our world today that it feels nearly impossible to eliminate it from our lives. However, striving for a plastic-free life is a noble and worthwhile goal for anyone looking to curb their impact on the environment. Fortunately, it’s becoming easier every year as more people demand plastic alternatives and look for ways to reduce plastic use. Here are some of our tips on how you can get started. 1. Use a Reusable Shopping Bag Plastic
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Reusable bags are made from a wide range of different materials, and the environmental impact of producing those materials also differs widely. For example, it’s often stated that to have a comparable environmental footprint to plastic bags, a cotton bag has to be used thousands of times. However, materials other than cotton perform better in sustainability metrics. The biggest positive of any type of reusable bag in terms of eco-friendliness is that their use cuts down on the amount of
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Businesses across Australia are looking at how to reduce their carbon footprint and their impact on the environment. Your carbon footprint is an environmental measure of the total greenhouse gas emissions you are contributing to the planet’s atmosphere. As climate change becomes one of the most pressing issues to address in the world, it’s important every organisation plays their part in reducing their footprint wherever possible. Below are some practical and cost effective steps many companies can take to reduce
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Finding effective and creative ways to grow your brand awareness is essential for building your business and attracting new customers. While there’s understandably a massive focus on digital marketing efforts, there is one timeless method of promoting your brand - free promotional items. What’s better, the current move away from cheap plastic bags to reusable ones offers an amazing opportunity to brands looking to make an impact. There are hundreds of possibilities when it comes to customised promotional gear to
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Reusable bags are made from a wide variety of materials and fabrics. In truth, there isn’t one type of material that is best because each material carries its own advantages and disadvantages. The best reusable bag depends on what you’re looking for. Some are easier to clean while others are slightly more softer or more durable. To help you pick the best reusable bag for your needs, we’ve put together a guide of the different material options to help with
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Non-woven Polypropylene Bags have long been seen as the budget friendly reusable bag (1, 2, 3, 4, 13, 14, 15 ). These bags have long been favoured by major supermarkets and environmental organisations, not just because of their low cost, but also due to their long life span. Non-woven polypropylene bags create less litter and use significantly less material resources and energy resources than paper bags, cotton bags, or single use plastic bags and do not require the huge water
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Jute Bags – One of the Most Popular Reusable Shopping Bag Options Jute Bags are attractive, durable, and eco-friendly (5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12). Jute fibre is a natural biodegradable and compostable fibre obtained from the jute plant (Corchorus olitorius and Corchorus capsularis). Jute is a rainfed crop which is cultivated mainly in Bangladesh, India and Thailand which account for more than 90 percent of world production. Jute is very fast growing reaching a height of up
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You’ve probably heard of the phrase ‘fairtrade,’ but what exactly does it mean, and how is a fairtrade product different from other products? Fairtrade companies are committed to social justice and human rights, and they work ethically with producers and farmers to promote better social and environmental outcomes for everyone. In the age of the ethical consumer, bearing a fairtrade logo on your products could help you attract more loyal customers, so you’ll want to know all about fairtrade and
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A successful marketing and promotional campaign doesn’t have to be costly to generate real and lasting impact, but it does need to be strategic and well planned for you to maximise your return on investment (ROI). Every impactful marketing campaign starts with you and your marketing team understanding your target audience. From there, you can build on this knowledge to devise effective promotional efforts that not only convert customers in the short term, but also allow you to generate return
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When trying to live more eco-friendly or ‘green’, there’s a lot of changes we can make around the home. Some of the methods people will adopt include changing to eco-friendly light bulbs, installing double glazed windows and ensuring the home is properly insulated. But when considering a green lifestyle around the home, we often forget about simple changes we can make to the outdoor areas of our home. While there’s lots you can do indoors, there’s also some really remarkable
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Promotional events are an effective and fun way for businesses to get in touch with their clients and audience. They create positive memorable experiences from which people can draw down the track, and help to promote a business's reputation and exposure with clients.   Why do businesses host promotional events? Depending on their size, promotional events can take a lot of planning, involve a lot of work, and can become quite costly. So why do businesses bother? Promotional events are
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