In recognition of America Recycles Day on Wednesday, Nov. 15, JBM Packaging, a manufacturer of eco-friendly, flexible packaging solutions, launched Hydroblox™, a water-resistant, uncoated recyclable packaging paper. Engineered to offer superior barrier protection for products with potential exposure to water or condensation, Hydrobox has 200 percent greater water-resistance than a standard 24-pound white wove paper.…
Read More >>The results of this year’s “Epson Global Climate Barometer” are in, and it captures views of over 30,000 people in 39 countries, attempting to better understand global responses to climate change. The survey reveals that while globally more people now cite climate change as a major global issue over any other, the issue that seems to…
Read More >>Consumers Can Now Clean More Than Just Dishes by Recycling All Brands of Dish Refill Packaging and Caps through TerraCycle® Palmolive® dish soap today announced a new partnership with international recycling leader TerraCycle to enable consumers to recycle all brands of dish refill flexible packaging and caps. Beginning today, the Palmolive Refill Free Recycling Program is open to any…
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Transferring injection compression molding technology to thin wall packaging production creates more solutions. By Bart van der Aar, Sr. Scientist Technology & Innovation Rigid Packaging, SABIC and Reto Gmür, Application Manager Packaging, NETSTAL Maschinen AG The packaging industry is facing several challenges, including reducing weight and costs, improving sustainability and complying with more-stringent food safety…
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Unlock New Opportunities in Fulfillment Packaging By Ryan Germann, Director of Global Product Management for Mailing Solutions at Pregis, LLC. A profound momentum in the use of automation is propelling a wave of transformation across industries, fueled by the surge in e-commerce induced by the pandemic. Even before it met this dynamic environment, environmental sustainability…
Read More >>Exploring the mysteries of the natural pigment melanin in the unique microgravity environment of the International Space Station (ISS) could lead to groundbreaking advances in biomaterial production on Earth and beyond. An experiment from the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory will study microbes in space to try to uncover new melanin variants for applications ranging from…
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Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has announced that its entire portfolio of kraft papers for packaging has been certified as home or industrially compostable[1]. The certification underpins Mondi’s MAP2030 (Mondi Action Plan 2030) sustainability commitment to make 100% of its packaging and paper products reusable, recyclable, or compostable by 2025, ensuring a…
Read More >>The previous version listed raw values as %. Please find an updated data table in the editor’s notes below. Sidel’s latest stretch film technology, EvoFilm® Stretch, is designed to offer the beverage, food, home and personal care (FHPC) markets a new sustainable solution for secondary packaging. As consumer trends, such as sustainability and SKU proliferation,…
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Plants are the new plastic and a rapidly growing startup called PlantSwitch is leading the plant-based plastic revolution with a cost-effective and sustainable plastic alternative material. The company’s proprietary technology upcycles agricultural waste into a plant-based resin that then mass-produces into a compostable, high-performance and cost-effective bioplastic. Unlike previous plastic alternatives that have been too costly…
Read More >>Releaf Paper, a pioneering producer of eco-friendly paper products and packaging from fallen leaves, announced its latest offerings: the “Fallen Leaf Collection” and “Natural Kraft Collection.” This innovative line of products, including eco-friendly bags, paper sheets, and more, takes a significant stride towards preserving our environment while embracing the beauty of nature. The Fallen Leaf Collection…
Read More >>Anyone who wonders if what they put in the recycling bin really gets recycled should check out the Paper and Packaging Board’s new “The Future of Recycling” video, a peak into the state-of-the-art investments the U.S. paper and packaging industry is making to keep paper recycling working for the next 100 years. In just three minutes, the…
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Sustainability trailblazer takes bold steps to eliminate single-use plastic waste with the introduction of their powerful formulas in refillable aluminum bottles. Cleancult is launching dish soaps, all-purpose cleaners, and hand soaps in refillable aluminum bottles. These will be the first-ever filled and ready-to-use aluminum bottles in the dish soap and all-purpose cleaner categories in mass market retail. The…
Read More >>The TOM FORD plastic innovation accelerator was announced at the 2023 Sustainable Brands conference. The one-year program, powered by award-winning nonprofit Lonely Whale, aims to advance awareness of traditional thin-film plastic and accelerate the market adoption of seaweed-based alternatives developed by the winners of the TOM FORD Plastic Innovation Prize: Sway, Zerocircle and Notpla. The…
Read More >>Latest consumer research from Stora Enso suggests that while a majority of European consumers hold a positive view on reusable packaging (77%), most express concerns about packaging cleanliness (78%) and only 30% fully understand the concept, highlighting a challenge for brand owners and retailers. Stora Enso, a leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials,…
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Eco-friendly materials, Smart Packaging and Consumer-centricity Shape the Future of Beverage Packaging By Malcolm Waugh, CEO of Frugalpac As consumer awareness of environmental issues grows, industries around the world are being challenged to re-evaluate their practices and adopt more sustainable approaches. The beverage industry in the United States is no exception, with packaging being a…
Read More >>Substantial Reductions Made in Environmental Impact of Corrugated Cardboard Boxes, Including 50% Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions The corrugated packaging industry has achieved substantial reductions in the environmental impacts of a corrugated cardboard box according to a new life cycle assessment (LCA) released today. The study shows a 50% per unit reduction in greenhouse gas emissions…
Read More >>Operating Sustainability is Part of the Food Production Landscape By Eric Geling, Chief Sales Officer at tna solutions Sustainability has been considered a mega-trend for many years. However, in 2023 and beyond, the time has come to assert that it is no longer a trend – rather it is part of the fabric of the…
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Three Key Areas to Consider By Jenny Wassenaar, Chief Sustainability Officer and SVP Global R&D, Trivium Packaging The concept of sustainability is wide and can have completely different meanings or interpretations depending on your background and geographical location. However, one thing is consistent, a truly sustainable future cannot be built in a single company alone.…
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Amorphous PHA Could Be an Answer By Max Senechal, Chief Commercial Officer and Senior Vice President, CJ Biomaterials More than 300 million tons of plastic are produced every year, and at least 14 million tons of that plastic end up in the ocean, making up 80% of all marine debris found from surface waters to…
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By Alani Kuye, Founder and CEO of Relotis, Inc. Product companies use an increasing array of technology to connect with customers. Texts, emails, and digital advertising are designed to spur shoppers to make a purchase but often end up in spam folders, completely ignored. Even social media marketing falls short as direct to consumer (DTC)…
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