Sustainability
News and analysis on sustainable packaging innovations and technologies that are improving recyclability, reducing waste, lowering carbon emissions and more.
WEF 2020: innovation, collaboration, and the vital role of packaging
As this year’s World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, comes to an end – and Amcor marks the
Kompuestos unveils potato-based bioplastic
Kompuestos, a producer of sustainable plastic compounds, has developed a bioplastic made entirely from potato starch which reportedly biodegrades in
Consumer watchdog urges clearer recycling labelling for toiletries
A consumer organisation is arguing that the battle against plastic waste is being held back by poorly labelled bathroom products
An inside look at Repulping Technology’s award-winning cavitation pulper
Repulping Technology claims that its new innovation separates fibres from composite materials in a more efficient way when compared with
Researchers develop biodegradable, recyclable material made from banana waste
Researchers at the University of New South Wales have discovered a novel way to turn banana plantation waste into recyclable,
Tesco scraps plastic-wrapped multipacks
Tesco will replace plastic-wrapped multipacks with plastic-free multibuys on tinned food – reportedly eliminating 350 tonnes of plastic. According
Lavazza Professional launches biodegradable and recyclable cup for vending machines
Lavazza Professional has revealed a new recyclable and biodegradable product, KLIX Eco Cup – manufactured using paper sourced from sustainably managed
New sorting technology seeks to simplify the recycling process
It's no secret that the accurate identification and sorting of plastics is a key part of an efficient
Cafés Novell looks to “close the coffee consumption circle” with new product
Cafés Novell has announced a new product, NO WASTE, which it says is the first fully compostable 100% organic coffee
Starbucks to step away from single-use packaging
The coffeehouse chain wants to replace single-use packaging and slash waste, carbon emissions and unsustainable water usage by 50%
Sustainability Awards 2020 opens for submissions
The most prestigious global competition for sustainable packaging innovation returns - with an expanded format, new prizes, and culminating at the