At Colourstone, we recognise our responsibility to minimise environmental impact and actively contribute to a sustainable future. We are committed to responsible sourcing, reducing waste, and ensuring transparency in our sustainability practices. As members of the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO), we align our efforts with the 2025 National Packaging Targets, promoting a circular economy through responsible material selection, ethical manufacturing, and waste reduction initiatives.

We believe in full transparency regarding the environmental impact of our materials and processes. Our products are tagged with sustainable properties, allowing customers to make informed decisions. Detailed sustainability attributes can be found on our Sustainable Properties page (below).

Key Commitments

• Responsible Paper Sourcing: All paper-based materials used in our packaging and displays come from responsibly managed forests that are FSC®-certified or equivalent. We ensure sustainable forestry practices that support biodiversity and long-term environmental balance.
• Certified Sustainable Materials: We prioritise materials that meet internationally recognised standards such as Oeko-Tex® and Global Recycled Standard (GRS), ensuring textile and recycled material safety, non-toxicity, and traceability.
• Eco-Friendly Inks & Adhesives: We use vegetable-based inks and low-impact adhesives wherever possible. We maintain toxicity reports on all inks and glues to ensure compliance with stringent environmental and safety standards.
• Circular Economy in Paper Packaging: We design paper-based packaging with recyclability and reusability in mind, minimising waste and maximising recovery potential within existing recycling streams.
• Minimising Plastic Waste: We are actively reducing the use of plastic bags by introducing compostable alternatives and using GRS-certified recycled plastics where necessary, ensuring a reduced reliance on virgin plastics.

To achieve our sustainability objectives, we focus on the following areas:

Waste Reduction & Circularity

• Designing minimal, efficient, and recyclable packaging.
• Encouraging reusable and compostable packaging solutions.
• Using recycled and responsibly sourced materials whenever possible.

Supply Chain & Manufacturing Efficiency

• Working with manufacturers that prioritise sustainability and responsible production.
• Implementing energy-efficient production processes to lower our carbon footprint.
• Ensuring that all suppliers meet ethical and environmental standards.

Carbon Footprint & Material Impact

• Exploring low-impact transportation and optimised packaging designs to reduce carbon emissions.
• Continuously assessing the environmental impact of our materials and manufacturing processes.

Sustainability is an ongoing commitment, and we strive for continuous improvement by:

• Regularly reviewing and updating our sustainability practices.
• Engaging with customers, suppliers, and industry experts to innovate and drive positive change.
• Providing educational resources to help stakeholders make informed sustainability choices.

As an APCO member, we track and report our progress towards sustainable packaging goals, ensuring accountability and transparency in our sustainability journey. Our report can be found here.

For more details and information on our processes and materials, visit our Resources page: