By Doris Obinna

Nestlé Nigeria has introduce clear caps for its Pure Life bottled water.

It eliminates the traditional blue pigmentation in caps, making them easier for recyclers to identify, sort, and repurpose.

By simplifying the recycling process, the company hopes to reduce plastic waste and support a cleaner, healthier environment. The company in a statement, disclosed that the change, which began with the 33cl Pure Life bottles, now extends to all sizes except Nestlé Pure Life Protect.

According to the Business Executive Officer, Nestlé Waters, Olutayo Olatunji, the initiative aligns with the brand’s dual commitment to consumer health and planetary health. “Caring for our consumers and for the planet in every possible way has always been at the heart of what we do. This clear cap isn’t just a design update; it is a reflection of our deeper commitment to sustainability.

“From being the first and only water brand to use 50 per cent recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) in our bottles, reducing virgin plastic use by half, to now eliminating colored caps, every step we take is intentional.”

Environmental experts note that sustainable packaging innovations like this can have indirect but significant health benefits. By reducing the volume of non-recyclable plastics in the environment, companies can help lower pollution risks that may contaminate water sources and food chains, contributing to long-term public health protection.

Corporate Communications, Public Affairs and Sustainability Lead, Nestlé Nigeria, Victoria Uwadoka, reinforced the company’s focus on purposeful design. “Sustainability is not a buzzword; it is a responsibility. The clear cap represents a meaningful shift in how we design with impact—supporting recycling partners, protecting the planet, and ultimately safeguarding the health of future generations.”

“This initiative supports Nestlé’s global target of making all packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025 and marks a local stride toward ensuring safe hydration in a way that preserves natural resources. In a country facing growing environmental and health challenges linked to plastic pollution, such steps are a reminder that healthier communities and a healthier planet go hand in

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