Recycling

Navigating the Next Wave of Packaging Regulation

AMERIPEN Policy Director and General Counsel Danielle Waterfield provides an update on current state and federal legislation as well as what to expect in 2026.

January 7, 2026

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PMMI News

CWC and PMMI Collaborate To Sponsor Life Cycle Assessment Framework

Two-year, ISO-aligned initiative will deliver a site-specific LCA template to help municipalities and waste operators consistently measure greenhouse gas emissions, material recovery, and circular product outputs from landfill- and incinerator-based RRG systems.

January 7, 2026

Sustainability

Trivium Packaging’s Net‑zero Target Approved by Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)

Trivium Packaging

Approval confirms Trivium’s long-term greenhouse gas reduction goals align with a 1.5°C pathway and the global objective to reach net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050.

January 6, 2026

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Wild Introduces Refillable Roll-On Deodorant to U.K. Market

London-based sustainable personal care brand Wild debuts a refillable roll-on deodorant product featuring a reusable metal case and a bio-based, compostable refill pack. The decision to introduce a roll-on format came from consumer insight. “Data showed that a large segment of potential customers were not ready for stick application and preferred roll-on or spray,” co-founder Freddy Ward said.

January 6, 2026

Digital Transformation

FoodChain ID and Unpac Announce Partnership

Partnership between FoodChain ID and Unpac aims to transform packaging compliance into strategic advantage for global food & beverage brands.

January 5, 2026

Digital Transformation

Unpac

January 5, 2026

Recycling

Molded Pulp Technology Transforms Tertiary Packaging with Zero-Tree Solution

FibroCorp

Tacoma, Washington, USA-based FibroCorp offers licensing opportunity for patented pallet manufacturing process that eliminates deforestation while delivering superior performance.

January 5, 2026

Sustainability

FibroCorp

401 E 15th St

Tacoma, WA 98421

January 5, 2026

Recycling

Coca-Cola, UPM Adhesive Materials, and Michelman Desing Paper-based Packaging

ThePackHub

See a few examples of paper-based packaging from Coca-Cola, UPM Adhesive Materials, and Michelman from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

January 5, 2026

Case/Tray Packing

Top 15 of 2025, #1: Once Upon a Farm Automates Case Packing for New Recycle-ready Pouches

The #1 most clicked article of 2025: This marketer of high-quality nutritious baby food and children’s snacks has found a way to improve case packing while also getting its toes wet in recycle-ready pouches.

January 4, 2026

Flexibles

Top 15 of 2025, #2: Private Label Brands Target Low-Barrier, Recyclable Films via Retailer Forum

The #2 most clicked article of 2025: Major retailers including Amazon, Walmart, CVS, and Target are uniting through the Sustainable Packaging Coalition to accelerate development of recyclable, low-barrier flexible films that can meet circularity goals without disrupting existing lines.

January 3, 2026

Recycling

Top 15 of 2025, #3: Duracell's All-Paper Blister Paves Way for New Walmart Battery Display

The #3 most clicked article of 2025: The new perforated paper blister replaces the thermoformed plastic tray with paperboard backing. Features include a flat bottom and messaging hierarchy on front and top of pack that enable a unique retail display and shopping experience at Walmart.

January 2, 2026

Recycling

Top 15 of 2025, #6: Energizer Gears Up for Paper-based Recyclable Packaging

The #6 most clicked article of 2025: To get to plastic-free packaging on its broad range of battery types and pack formats, Energizer and a key machinery partner started with a clean slate on both machines and materials.

December 30, 2025