Reuse, as well as plain elimination of a lot of packaging we don’t need, will also have to be a crucial part of the solution.” Recycling is, at its core, about reuse. But Defruyt is talking about ...

The global packaging industry, worth over $1 trillion, is grappling with a growing crisis: single-use waste. From food delivery containers to e-commerce shipping materials, the world’s dependence on ...

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For several months last year, patrons of a Seattle coffee shop called Tailwind Cafe had the option of ordering their Americanos and lattes in returnable metal to-go cups. Customers could simply borrow ...

Join us on May 17 for a free livestream presentation discussing the Biden administration's bold statement on bioplastics, and the White House's other plastics vs. pollution strategies. Washington, D.C ...

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The packaging industry continues to emphasize sustainability, but identifying areas for improvement remains a priority. There are several options for packaging producers looking to make their products ...

New study from Closed Loop Partners and the US Plastics Pact identifies the top 5 consumer product categories poised for near-term reuse success in US retail. As central hubs of consumer interaction, ...

A pile of unboxed packaging used by Choo Choo Bob's Train Store demonstrates the amount of waste the store throws away on a regular basis. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency along with local ...