1 in 3 Australians prefer eco-friendly packaging

By Becky Bargh | Published: 29-Aug-2018
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But only 17% are prepared to pay premium prices for environmentally friendly products, says Mintel

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Research from Mintel has shown one in three urban Australians prefer to buy products sold in eco-friendly packaging.

It also found 34% are more likely to buy

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