Coca-Cola Launches Multi-Country Initiatives to Reduce Plastic, Boost Sustainability

Coca-Cola is actively advancing sustainability initiatives worldwide despite criticism for being a major plastic polluter. In Cambodia, the company planted 500 trees in partnership with local organizations to support community and environmental health, aiming to use at least 50% recycled materials in packaging by 2030. In India, Coca-Cola's largest bottling partner, SLMG Beverages, significantly cut carbon emissions through biofuels and solar energy adoption, reflecting efforts to combat climate change amid severe weather impacting agriculture. In Kenya, the Coca-Cola Foundation funds The Circulate Initiative to improve conditions for informal waste workers, essential in addressing plastic pollution but often facing discrimination. In the UAE, Coca-Cola joined a partnership to enhance recycling via reverse vending machines, incentivizing consumers to recycle plastic bottles and cans. Additionally, Coca-Cola partnered with The Ocean Cleanup in Malaysia to launch a solar-powered waste sorting facility on the Klang River, aiming to reduce plastic flow into oceans, signaling a broader commitment to environmental responsibility.