Sustainability

Colbert Packaging celebrates 60th anniversary

Paperboard packaging solutions shares its vision for growth as it celebrates a milestone.

June 14, 2019

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Sustainable Packaging

Colgate’s new recyclable tube first to be recognized by Association of Plastic Recyclers

Colgate finalized the design of a first-of-its kind recyclable toothpaste tube that sets a new standard in the industry.

June 14, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Fischer Paper Products launches its first sustainable packaging line

TruKraft, a line of sustainable products, is designed to answer consumer demands for ecofriendly packaging.

June 13, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

From pizza purveyor to global supplier of compostable packaging

Headquartered in Mountain View, CA, Zume was launched five years ago as a pizza company. Now it has developed a whole new breed of compostable packaging for the packaging market at large.

June 13, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

A new player in compostables

When last we left Zume Pizza, the Mountain View, CA, firm was busy winning a 2017 Diamond Finalist Award for its Pizza Pod in the annual DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation competition.

June 13, 2019

Sustainability

Mindfulness pervades packaging for mineral-based sunscreen

The introduction of a new reef-safe SPF 50 sunscreen product from Goddess Garden prompts the selection of recyclable packaging and updated graphics that reflect the brand’s authenticity.

June 12, 2019

Flexibles

Bio-PE pouch helps advance beef producer’s mission

Beef products from Northern Italian breeder association La Granda, part of the Slow Flood Presidia, are now packaged in a stand-up pouch made from more than 80% bio-based plastic.

June 11, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Loblaw announced as first Loop retail partner in Canada

Loblaw will launch the Loop program to Toronto in early 2020, allowing consumers to order a variety of products in durable, reusable packaging delivered in a specially designed tote.

June 8, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Olay to test refillable moisturizer packaging

A three-month pilot by P&G will test consumers’ acceptance of Olay Regenerist Whip moisturizer sold with a refillable pod, designed to significantly reduce plastic waste.

June 5, 2019

Flexibles

Biopolymer potato bags are ‘Tater Made’

Wada Farms uses a bag made partially from potato starch for its Idaho Potatoes that reduces greenhouse gas emissions, the use of petroleum-based plastics, and excess film gauge.

May 26, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Stars Align for Loop Launch

At a celebratory event in May attended by luminaries of the CPG world, the official launch of the Loop pilot in the Mid-Atlantic region was announced, as well as the platform’s founding U.S. retail partners.

May 21, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Amazon’s Vendor Incentive Program, nine months in

With the August deadline for Amazon’s incentive program looming, CPG suppliers struggle to bring their packaging into compliance while developing their overall e-commerce strategy.

May 19, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Asia Pulp and Paper: Compostable carryout container

Asia Pulp & Paper’s Bio Container is constructed of folding boxboard and is an ideal biodegradable and compostable solution for carryout containers, trays, and other direct food contact items. It is suitable for both microwave and freezer use.

May 15, 2019