Flexibles

New CPG Brand-led Initiative Aims to Recycle Flexible Packaging at Scale

The U.S. Flexible Film Initiative (USFFI) will focus primarily on states with EPR programs, starting in California.

August 14, 2025

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Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: SC Johnson Calls for EPR Clarity at Packaging Recycling Summit

Packaging World editor-in-chief, Matt Reynolds sat down with Jeff Bezzo, executive director of plastic and packaging sustainability at SC Johnson at the 2025 Packaging Recycling Summit. They discussed harmonization across states as a potential catalyst for EPR compliance.

August 12, 2025

Recycling

Coca-Cola, Absolut, and McDonald's Taiwan Design Paper-based Packaging

ThePackHub

See a few examples of paper-based packaging from Coca-Cola, Absolut, and McDonald's Taiwan from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

August 10, 2025

Recycling

Community Poll: Recyclability of Packaging Materials

Learn what your peers look for when choosing packaging materials.

August 5, 2025

Recycling

Coca-Cola, Nespresso Canada, and Sun Grape California design packaging for recyclability

ThePackHub

See a few examples of packaging designed for recyclability from Coca-Cola, Nespresso Canada, and Sun Grape California from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

August 5, 2025

Recycling

Freepoint Eco-Systems and Source One Agree to Enter Collaborate to Develop Pretreatment Infrastructure for Advanced Recycling of Plastic Waste

Freepoint Eco-Systems International

The collaboration aims to produce high-quality feedstock for both advanced and mechanical recycling processes and support the expansion of pyrolysis infrastructure.

July 30, 2025

Recycling

Agilyx Signs Agreement to Acquire 44% of GreenDot Global

Agilyx

This investment expands Agilyx's presence in the European plastic recycling market and aims to create a global platform for sourcing and supplying feedstock to the advanced recycling industry.

July 30, 2025

Recycling

From Room Service to Recycling: Hotels, Resorts Switch to Aluminum Bottles

Premium water brand Kopu is helping hotels and resorts reduce waste and meet sustainability goals with premium aluminum bottles and a turnkey recycling program designed for luxury hospitality settings.

July 28, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Recyclable Aluminum Coffee Pod

Cambio Roasters is introducing the world’s first aluminum coffee pod compatible with Keurig brewers. The K-Cups were developed through a multi-year project aimed at offering a scalable, recyclable alternative to plastic pods without compromising on performance or price.

July 22, 2025

Recycling

Community Poll: AI's Role in Waste Management

Learn where your peers stand on AI's capabilities for waste management.

July 16, 2025

Recycling

Where to Focus Packaging Decarbonization Efforts

Packaging is emerging as a key player in companies’ decarbonization efforts, with emissions reductions possible through material choices, design changes, transportation efficiencies, and end-of-life strategies.

July 16, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Palm-Sized Carton Delivers 180 Doses of Skin Care

How can skincare and beauty packaging be more sustainable? Nwär Skin’s Seid skin care products are encapsulated in tiny, dissolvable strips packaged in a paperboard carton.

July 15, 2025

Recycling

Xela Pack Recognized as Sustainability Pioneer

Xela Pack

The company has received the award for its PaperBottle, which is made from sustainably sourced, certified fibers and is recyclable in both the European Union and the U.S.

July 11, 2025