We are eliminating single use packaging where we can. We believe to do this, you should have the option to choose what works best for you. Here's how it works: 

 

Sustainable Packaging options

 

🍃 BIODEGRADABLE AND COMPOSTABLE PAPER OR CELLULOSE BAGS OR A NEW BOTTLE OR JAR

For online orders we will pack your order in brown paper or cellulose bags (both compostable) or you can order a jar or bottle.

🍃 BOTTLE OR JAR REFILL OR EXCHANGE

To participate in the bottle or jar exchange, you must have purchased a Gram bottle (buy here). This allows you to exchange it on your next order. We will collect your empty bottle, sanitise it, and reuse it.

Note: Only Gram bottles are eligible for exchange.  

🍃 PICK UP AND RETURN

Have us pick up and return your own containers for reuse.  if you would like us to pick up your non-gram containers , please make sure your total order reaches a minimum of $100 to qualify for this service. 

 

By choosing our refill service, you're reducing single-use plastic and contributing to a greener future. We're committed to making sustainable living easier for everyone.

Thank you for being part of the Gram Sustainable community. We're here to help if you need us 💬 

At Gram Sustainable, we’re more than just a food store. We’re committed to making sustainable living easier for our customers by reducing waste and driving impactful environmental initiatives. Here’s how we work to minimise our footprint and help you do the same:

  

🌍 Exchange System for Perishables

We offer a unique exchange system for perishables like milks and juices. You can return your bottles to us, and we’ll sterilise them for reuse. This reduces the need for single-use plastic bottles and helps us build a more circular economy, where materials are reused rather than discarded.

Learn how to exchange here.

 

🌍 Pick Up, Refill, and Return System

We offer a convenient pick-up, refill, and return system. Simply order online select "please collect refill and return my container" and we will pick these up, refill them for you and return. It’s a hassle-free way to enjoy the benefits of bulk shopping without the extra work. Please allow a little extra time for this service. 

Learn how to use your containers here.

 

🌍 Glass Containers: A Sustainable Choice

We prefer glass containers for their durability and sustainability. Glass is infinitely recyclable, doesn’t leach chemicals, and has a lower environmental impact compared to plastic. By choosing glass, we reduce the long-term waste that ends up in our environment.

 

🌍 Compostable Paper and Cellulose Bags

For those who need packaging, we offer biodegradable and compostable paper and cellulose bags (Natureflex) that break down naturally, leaving no waste behind. This sustainable option aligns with our zero-waste goals and keeps harmful plastics out of our ecosystems.

 

Our cellulose bags meet the following certifications. 

 

🌍 Bulk Buying for Less Packaging

By buying in bulk, we dramatically cut down on packaging waste. This means fewer single-use plastics and materials that are used once and thrown away. We also return some packaging to our suppliers for reuse, creating less overall waste in the supply chain.

 

🌍 No Minimums: Buy What You Need

We believe in reducing waste at every step. That’s why we have no minimum purchase requirements. You can buy exactly what you need, which means no excess food going to waste in your home.

 

🌍 Supporting Local and Organic Suppliers

Whenever possible, we source our products from Australian local suppliers or opt for organic options. This not only supports our local economy but also reduces the environmental impact of long-distance shipping and encourages sustainable farming practices.

 

🌍 Partnering with Sustainable Businesses

We are passionate about working with like-minded businesses that share our sustainability ethics. Our partnerships help ensure that our products and packaging come from ethical, responsible sources that care about the planet as much as we do.

 

We would like to give a shout out to these stand out businesses that go above and beyond to encourage circular economy and sustainable practice: 

🌱 The Good Brew 

🌱 My Dad's Honey

🌱 St David's Dairy   

 

🌍 Reusing Boxes for Deliveries

Even our delivery process is focused on sustainability. We reuse boxes for our deliveries, cutting down on unnecessary packaging waste. By giving materials a second life, we help keep our waste to a minimum.

 

Together, through small yet significant actions, we’re creating a more sustainable world. At Gram Sustainable, you’re not just shopping—you’re making a positive impact.