Sustainability
News and analysis on sustainable packaging innovations and technologies that are improving recyclability, reducing waste, lowering carbon emissions and more.
EU Commission opens call for evidence about PPWR’s recycled content targets
The European Commission has published a call for evidence surrounding minimum recycled content quotas under the Packaging and Packaging Waste
Natural cork packaging for chocolate serves as container and keepsake
Dulicy has developed chocolate packaging made from natural Portuguese cork, intended as long-lasting souvenirs that tourists can reuse, recycle
Everything you need to know about the EU’s upcoming environmental claim law
The European Commission has published an FAQ document for the Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition, clarifying the
Closed Loop Center report highlights impact of design on US consumer behaviour
A new report published by the Closed Loop Center for the Circular Economy sets out a practical framework aiming to
Where are we in the flexible plastic-to-paper transition?
How are the biggest names in our industry driving the transition from flexible plastics into paper-based alternatives? Reflecting on
PPWR: From what, to how?
Join us for our next LinkedIn LIVE panel, as part of the Sustainable Packaging Summit series! With regulation entering in
Plastic Energy founder returns as CEO after company entered administration
After the company entered into administration earlier this year, Plastic Energy founder Carlos Monreal is returning as CEO as part
First Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation rules officially apply
Today, several measures set out in the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation are officially enforced, and become legally binding. Here
Hydropac to launch water ice pack with visual freeze indicator
Hydropac is preparing to introduce its HydroPure water ice pack which appears to ‘crack’ and changes from black to white
Following one pack through the PPWR lifecycle
A standard 500ml PET bottle creates at least 37 PPWR obligations across its lifetime. In this article Dr Steven Brennan,
Is chemical recycling economically viable? Key findings from new European Commission report
In a rush? Click here to read a short summary of this article Introduction: This Brief summarizes the European Commission’
Decarbonising the global food system
What role can packaging and processing innovation play in helping to decarbonise global food systems? And how can our industry