Bio-based

Bioelements Partners with Michigan State Univ. to Test Biodegradation for Sustainable Packaging

First research project with major U.S. university to validate Bioelements' technology.

October 2, 2024

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Recycling

How2Recycle Forward Campaign to 'Future-proof' On-Pack Label

GreenBlue's How2Recycle program announced its new How2Recycle Forward campaign, calling it 'the dynamic, data-driven future of on-pack labeling.' A sneak peak revealed data-matrix codes that imply a connected label that could relate variable information.

October 1, 2024

Bio-based

Paper Sachet for Skin Care Reduces GHGs by 69%

Hair and skin-care product company Nécessaire reduces the carbon footprint of its sample packs by switching from plastic tubes to sachets made from 63% paper.

October 1, 2024

Package Design

Diageo Adds to Paper-Based Bottle Portfolio, Now With Johnnie Walker

After similar successful trials Diageo launches a 70cl paper-based bottle trial for Johnnie Walker Black Label at Edinburgh's 1820 bar, aiming to assess its performance in a bar environment.

September 26, 2024

Sustainable Packaging

ExxonMobil Sued by California over Recycling Claims

California's lawsuit against ExxonMobil alleges decades of misleading the public about plastic recycling.

September 25, 2024

Recycling

Nescafé, Aldi, and Coles Introduce Paper Packaging Innovations

ThePackHub

See a few examples of paper packaging innovations from Nescafé, Aldi, and Coles from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

September 25, 2024

Bio-based

Dart Container and PulPac Introduce Dry Molded Fiber Production in the North American Market

PulPac

Dart Container Corporation becomes a PulPac licensee, investing in Dry Molded Fiber technology: PulPac Scala will address the demand for sustainable packaging solutions.

September 24, 2024

Sustainable Packaging

United Center Partners to Eliminate Single-Use Plastic Water Bottles

The United Center, Chicago Bulls, and Chicago Blackhawks collaborated with Culligan International to replace single-use plastic water bottles with recyclable aluminum alternatives.

September 20, 2024

Bio-based

Nestlé, Suzuki Motor Corporation, and Kaufland Introduce Bio-Based Packaging Innovations

ThePackHub

See a few examples of bio-based packaging innovations from Nestlé, Suzuki Motor Corporation, and Kaufland from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

September 20, 2024

Bio-based

Braskem Announces the Official Opening of its Renewable Innovation Center in Lexington, Massachusetts

Braskem

Braskem’s Renewable Innovation Center focuses on accelerating early-stage innovations in renewable chemicals and sustainable materials

September 19, 2024

Recycling

Live at PRS Final Recap: Diageo and WM Share Recycling Insights, Plus EPR Readiness

The top insights shared including Diageo's glass recycling program for bars and restaurants, WM's new investment in recycling facilities, and a look at developing EPR laws.

September 19, 2024

Recycling

Plastics Recycling Facility in Rogers, MN Reopens Under New Ownership of GDB Circular (MN), Inc.

MBOLD

September 18, 2024

Recycling

Live at PRS Day Two: Strategies from Google, Amazon, and Colgate-Palmolive

The top insights shared from Google's plastic-free packaging success to Amazon's focus on data for sustainability decisions.

September 17, 2024