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Sustainability

Sustainable packaging materials: worth the cost?

One of the biggest challenges for producers of environmentally-friendly packaging is to convince consumers that these sustainable materials are worth the cost.

July 7, 2018

Sustainable Packaging

Praising polyethylene

There's no need to be a chemist or a polymer engineer to understand this primer on polyethylene.

June 28, 2018

Sustainable Packaging

‘Save Our Seas Act’ a win for the ocean

Whether through legislation, a circular economy, sustainable materials management or addressing single-use packaging, plastic associations are taking a responsible approach to marine litter.

June 28, 2018

Sustainability

Beverage is Plant-Based, Inside and Out

So Delicious Dairy Free’s new crafted Organic Almondmilk beverage uses a custom bottle with clean lines made from a bio-based resin that aligns with its core values of sustainability and simplicity.

June 26, 2018

Sustainability

Cool sustainable packaging for e-commerce frozen treat

New Dream Pops superfood frozen treats are packed in recyclable cold chain packaging with compostable insulation for their journey to consumers’ doorsteps.

June 24, 2018

Sustainable Packaging

Aseptic carton with ‘green’ credentials

This September, nutpods, a pioneer in the plant-based coffee creamer market, will re-release their Seasonal Edition Pumpkin Spice creamer in North America’s first aseptic carton package made with polymers linked to plant-based renewable materials.

June 15, 2018

Sustainable Packaging

Plastics group acts to address marine litter issues

In this First Person column, Steve Russell, VP of Plastics at the American Chemistry Council, compliments packaging’s sustainability efforts, but packaging must provide benefits beyond its initial use as part of a ‘circular economy.’

June 12, 2018

Sustainable Packaging

The Coca-Cola Foundation commits $1M to help prevent marine debris

The grant, given to The Recycling Partnership, will provide new carts with lids to coastal communities and will help improve the collection of recyclables in these areas.

June 9, 2018

Sustainable Packaging

Foodservice company Bon Appétit bans plastic straws, stirrers

CEO says ‘plastic problem is horrific and calls for a change, making Bon Appétit the first U.S. foodservice company to make this commitment.

June 9, 2018

Secondary Packaging

Seen at EXPO PACK Mexico 2018: Corrugated inserts for source reduction

Source reduction is one of the most common themes overheard at EXPO PACK México 2018 as so-called "Eco Projects" become more and more common.

June 6, 2018

Sustainable Packaging

Award winners do ‘Better with Less’

Winners of a design challenge organized by Metsä Board are recognized for their environmentally friendly and functional packaging innovations.

June 4, 2018

Sustainable Packaging

Grants, website support EPS recycling

The Foam Recycling Coalition provides greater access to EPS recycling information through a new website and encourages submissions for its 2018 grant cycle.

May 30, 2018