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“Climategate” stirs up the debate on the validity of claims that global warming is a man-made phenomenon. Meanwhile, the EPA officially declares that greenhouse gases “endanger human health.” Join the conversation. greenerpackage.com/node/2075

A strategy of “reducing first, then recycling” is the best environmental path to follow when it comes to drinking-water delivery systems, reports a new study. What about other packaged products? Is refillable, reusable packaging far behind?
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The list of West Coast cities banning the use of expanded polystyrene for foodservice packaging grows. Some groups claim this places an unfair financial burden on businesses already dealing with a difficult economy. Should the bans continue, or is investment in EPS recycling a better alternative?
greenerpackage.com/node/1982

Hormel continues to lightweight the packaging for its major brands. Meanwhile, competitive CPGs look at new materials and recycling schemes to reach their sustainability goals. Is Hormel doing enough?
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