Sustainable Packaging

Plastics Industry Association Celebrates America Recycles Day

The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) released the following statement celebrating America Recycles Day, the official national observance dedicated to promoting recycling across the United States.

November 17, 2023

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Sustainable Packaging

NY Files Unprecedented Lawsuit Against PepsiCo for Plastic Pollution

AG Letitia James’ lawsuit charges PepsiCo with harming the public and failing to warn consumers of environmental and health threats of its single-use plastic packaging.

November 16, 2023

Sustainability

WestRock, ENGIE Sign Agreement to Add Renewable Energy to U.S. Grid

Smurfit Westrock

Texas-based solar projects to support WestRock’s pursuit of science-based targets for reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

November 15, 2023

Sustainability

Top 5 Articles

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November 14, 2023

Sustainable Packaging

Apple, PepsiCo, and Smol Introduce Paper-Based Packaging Solutions

ThePackHub

See a few examples of paper-based packaging innovations by Apple, PepsiCo, and Smol from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

November 14, 2023

Flexible packaging

Morris Packaging Achieves 2023 Sustainability Goal With Recyclable Flexible Packaging

Morris Packaging

Morris Packaging now offers 100% recyclable flexible packaging that also contains 20% recycled content. This aligns with its 2025 pledge of offering a sustainable property for 100% of our packaging.

November 14, 2023

Sustainable Packaging

Clemson Launches Compostable Packaging Research Initiative

The initiative from The Sonoco FRESH food, packaging and sustainability institute will bridge lab-based R&D with the larger-scale campus organics recycling system.

November 13, 2023

Sustainable Packaging

Packaging Europe’s Sustainable Packaging Summit Returns for 2023

Packaging Europe’s Sustainable Packaging Summit is taking place on 14-15 November this year, bringing together leaders and pioneers from across the industry to align strategically, learn, network, and create a critical mass to accelerate change.

November 11, 2023

Flexible packaging

UPM Specialty Papers Enables Pet Food Brands to Create Recyclable, PFAS-free Paper Packaging

UPM Specialty Papers

UPM Specialty Papers is responding to the growing pet food market’s need to transform traditional packaging solutions by offering paper-based alternatives for plastics and packages that contain soon to be phased out PFAS chemicals.

November 10, 2023

Operational Excellence

State and Federal PFAS Regulations Tightening

Companies need to be mindful of both incoming PFAS regulations and how PFAS might be present in their operations to stay safe from legal trouble.

November 10, 2023

Sustainable Packaging

Burberry, Subtl, and Respray Solutions Introduce Refillable Packaging Innovations

ThePackHub

See a few examples of refillable packaging innovations by Burberry, Subtl, and Respray Solutions from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

November 9, 2023

Sustainable Packaging

Navigating the Future of Recycling: The Role of Dynamic Labels

Dynamic labels and QR codes on packaging are enhancing consumer understanding of recycling practices and adapting to local regulations, as industry leaders collaborate to refine these tools.

November 8, 2023

Sustainable Packaging

Boosting Brand Sustainability by Improving Logistics and Shipping Footprint

Learn ways to improve your logistics and shipping footprint that includes exploring alternate transportation options, sourcing locally, and designing your package for optimal logistics.

November 9, 2023