NEWS & EVENTS
18 Reasons to Celebrate: Our Newly Recertified GECA Licensees!
At GECA, we’re thrilled to celebrate the recertification of 18 outstanding licensees who continue to meet our rigorous sustainability standards. These businesses span a variety of sectors, from cleaning products, personal care, textiles and furniture to building materials and waste collection services, showcasing the diverse ways GECA certification positively impacts people and the planet.
On World Ecolabel Day, GECA and Eco Choice Aotearoa Celebrate saveBOARD’s Joint Certification under New MoU
On World Ecolabel Day 2024, GECA and Eco Choice Aotearoa are proud to announce a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two Global Ecolabelling Network (GEN) members. This agreement streamlines the certification process for companies seeking to demonstrate sustainability leadership in Australia and New Zealand.
On World Ecolabel Day, GECA and Eco Choice Aotearoa Celebrate saveBOARD’s Joint Certification under New MoU
On World Ecolabel Day 2024, GECA and Eco Choice Aotearoa are proud to announce a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two Global Ecolabelling Network (GEN) members. This agreement streamlines the certification process for companies seeking to demonstrate sustainability leadership in Australia and New Zealand.
GECA Licensees Encouraged to Apply for the 2023 APCO Annual Awards
APCO's Annual Awards are back, with applications for the 2023 awards closing soon. This year, the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) is embarking on an exciting new journey, with significant strategic changes designed to elevate the APCO Awards to new heights. As leaders in the space, we encourage our GECA licensees to participate.
InfraBuild's Momentous First GECA Certification a Win for Australia's Built Environment
InfraBuild has gone through the rigour of a third-party assessment to show that their reinforcing bar and reinforcing mesh products are better for people and the planet. They are the first ever to certify under GECA's Steel & Steel Products ecolabel standard!
InfraBuild's Momentous First GECA Certification a Win for Australia's Built Environment
InfraBuild has gone through the rigour of a third-party assessment to show that their reinforcing bar and reinforcing mesh products are better for people and the planet. They are the first ever to certify under GECA's Steel & Steel Products ecolabel standard!
New GECA Certified Woolworths Bricks Celebrate Aussie Farmers and Fresh Food
We’re thrilled to announce that the popular collectible Woolworths Bricks is returning with the GECA certified Bricks Farm, championing Aussie farmers and the fresh food they provide to Woolworths customers.
Join Us at Design Show Australia 2022
We're proud to be an Industry Partner of Design Show Australia, the nation's largest and most significant exhibition for interiors, architecture and fit-out solutions – and home to Australia's Next Top Designer showcase and the prestigious Design Editor's Choice Awards.
Woolworths Launches GECA Certified Fix-ems™
We’re thrilled to announce that Woolworths, in partnership with BrandLoyalty, is weaving the magic of Disney into its latest GECA certified collectible -releasing a collection of Fix-ems™ made from at least 80 per cent recycled material.
GECA at DesignBUILD x Total Facilities 2022
Team GECA was thrilled to join, exhibit, and be a supporting partner at the first DesignBUILD x Total Facilities joint expo!
Woolworths' New GECA Certified Collectibles Give New Life to Old Materials
We’re delighted to announce that Woolworths has launched its newest and most sustainably focused collectible toy, with Woolworths Bricks set to help Australian families use creativity and play to learn more about good environmental choices.
Koala’s New GECA Certified Mattress Range is What Dreams Are Made Of!
GECA is extremely excited to announce the certification of the new Koala Mattress Range, GECA’s first-ever fully certified mattresses. From the makers of Australia’s most-loved mattress comes the brand spanking new mattress range featuring the Koala Mattress, the Koala Calm As and the Koala Soul Mate.
How to Make a Better Flooring Choice for People and Planet with GECA
When choosing flooring, it’s not always easy to decipher what is greenwash and what is a better choice! To make it easier, we want to share what to look for in flooring to ensure a GOOD outcome for people and planet.
Team GECA Go to Eco Town
The GECA team was delighted to be part of the Sydney Autumn Home Show's Eco Town, which featured organisations and companies showcasing innovative products and solutions to minimise our impact on the environment.
The GECA Portal is Here!
We’re excited to announce that we have developed a new online portal to streamline and improve the GECA ecolabel certification process!
GECA Licensee eWater Systems Are Banksia Awards Finalists
Last week we were delighted to discover that our licensee, eWater Systems, have been announced as finalists in the 2020 Banksia Foundation Awards for both the Small Business Award and Ministers Award for the Environment.
Message from the CEO – 2020 Wrap Up
Our CEO, Michelle Thomas, explores the tumultuous yet hopeful year that was 2020. From embracing circular solutions and a determination to build back better, to an increase in collaboration and much more!
Now is the Time to Prioritise Recycled Content
The rise of circular economy thinking is creating new ways of approaching manufacturing and product stewardship across a breadth of markets. Buying products and materials made from recycled content is a significant step to shift our economy from linear to circular.
Shaw Contract Australia Explores Combining the Declare and GECA Labelling Philosophies
Dave Moolman, Regional Vice President of Shaw Contract Australia, shares his thoughts on the combined benefits of GECA certification and the Living Future Institute's Declare label.
New GECA Licensee and THE ICONIC Mark a Sustainability Milestone by Launching 100% Recycled Plastic Delivery Satchels
Australia and New Zealand’s leading online retailer, THE ICONIC, has announced that it will transition its current black parcel packaging to 100% recycled satchels. Delivering millions of orders each year, and as the first major ANZ retailer to make a commitment of this scale, the shift represents a significant milestone for THE ICONIC and its broader sustainability initiatives.