Sustainable Packaging

New EU Rules Adopted to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle Packaging

The rules include packaging reduction targets (5% by 2030, 10% by 2035 and 15% by 2040) and require EU countries to reduce, in particular, the amount of plastic packaging waste

April 24, 2024

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Brau Union Austria, Yves Rocher, and Glow Recipe Introduce Refillable and Returnable Packaging

ThePackHub

See a few examples of refillable and returnable packaging solutions by Brau Union Austria, Yves Rocher, and Glow Recipe from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

April 23, 2024

Workforce

Colbert Packaging Introduces Students to TICCIT

Colbert Packaging Corp.

Wisconsin and Indiana elementary students learn about the lifecycle of trees and the meaning of 'Trees Into Cartons, Cartons Into Trees' from Colbert Packaging.

April 23, 2024

Workforce

SPE Foundation Debuts Sustainable Packaging Patch for Girl Scouts

The new Girl Scout Gold Award SPE Foundation Grant is now available for eligible Girl Scouts who wish to make a positive impact on community recycling, sustainability, or diversity in STEM, helping fund Girl Scout troops interested in participating.

April 23, 2024

Sustainable Packaging

Johnson’s Introduces Range of Baby Refill Cartons

Read how Johnson Baby not only cut back on plastic use but also lowered costs for consumers with a new packaging approach.

April 22, 2024

Sustainable Packaging

WM Upgrades Germantown Recycling Facility with $39 Million Automation Project

WM

New technology expected to significantly increase recycling capacity and capture more recyclable materials in Wisconsin.

April 22, 2024

Workforce

3-A SSI Announces 2024 Dr. Ron Schmidt Student Travel Award Winners

3-A Sanitary Standards

3-A Sanitary Standards will present 10 students with an award that covers travel, lodging and the registration fee to attend the Summit on Hygienic Design.

April 16, 2024

Sustainability

Rethink Takeout: Expanding Reusable Packaging on Uber Eats

Successful trials in Europe, Asia Pacific, and New York City have Uber Eats expanding its reusable packaging solution to the West Coast, including Los Angeles and San Francisco.

April 16, 2024

Recycling

ALPS Inspection & Cincinnati Test Systems Kick Off the Hefty ReNew Program for Employees

ALPS Inspection

Employee-focused initiative promotes recycling of hard-to-recycle plastics at home.

April 16, 2024

Home

Top Factors Driving the Push to Sustainable Packaging

With consumers, retailers, and regulations driving the push to sustainable packaging, industry stakeholders are looking for ways to effectively meet this demand.

April 15, 2024

Sustainable Packaging

Nestlé, Sunkist Growers, and MackMyra Introduce Packaging Designed for Enhanced User Experience

ThePackHub

See a few examples of packaging designed for enhanced user experience from Nestlé, Sunkist Growers, and MackMyra from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

April 15, 2024

Bio-based

Navigating the Compostable Packaging Landscape: Insights from BPI Executive Director Rhodes Yepsen

Which applications are best for compostable packaging? How can labeling help eliminate consumer confusion over proper disposal? What role will EPR play in facilitating composting? BPI Executive Director Rhodes Yepsen shares his thoughts.

April 12, 2024

Sustainability

IPL Packaging Renews FSC Partnership

IPL Packaging

Packaging company extends collaboration with Forest Stewardship Council, highlighting dedication to responsible sourcing and eco-friendly design practices.

April 11, 2024