Questions remain around how to effectively track recycled content in packaging and how to incentivize sourcing recycled material within North America. States such as...
Plus, PakTech introduces a can cap to prevent children from getting into beverages infused with hemp or cannabis.
Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/packaging-innovations-sams-club-living-ink-crocs-ecoenclose-paktech/759932/
The closure of the vertically integrated PET recycler and food packaging manufacturer destabilizes the state’s Grade B PET markets. It is the second such closure...
Under agreements with the Earth Island Institute and the Plastic Pollution Coalition, the CPG will change certain marketing statements about plastic recycling and contribute...
Numerous interventions are needed to recycle more healthcare plastic, but the system is complex, according to a new report.
Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/healthcare-waste-diversion-report-pilot-programs-/759908/
As the company launches its first full stadium rollout of reusable cups for a National Football League team, its founders hope more venues will launch...
More MRFs are adding technologies to sort the material, but some brands and manufacturers are still switching away from the color. As black plastic reaches...
Open the documentThe transition from a fossil-based to a renewable, biobased economy is vital for the long-term resilience, competitiveness and strategic autonomy of Europe. It...
Risks around sustainability messaging are real, with greenwashing-related legal settlements regularly reaching “the millions to tens of millions of dollars,” said a Ropes &...
At least seven companies announced temporary and permanent layoffs that are slated to affect employees in multiple states, most prominently in Georgia and California.
Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/august-2025-layoffs-international-paper-novolex-smurfit-westrock/759149/
Bound by new regulations, companies can still benefit from detailing refined targets, some sources say. “EPR sets the floor, but voluntary commitments are what...
