Sustainable Packaging News’ Post

If you enjoyed or missed our webinar on "Sustainability Tradeoffs," you can access the recording on our Cold Chain Exchange web link. Explore the insights here: https://lnkd.in/euebiUBw #sustainability #coldchain #packaging #thermalprotection Sonoco ThermoSafe

🌱 Embracing AI for a sustainable future 🌍 In today's world, where environmental sustainability is paramount, leveraging innovative technologies like artificial intelligence is crucial. At Greenback, we recognise the pivotal role AI plays in advancing the circular economy and boosting recycling rates, particularly in addressing the challenges posed by plastic products. Our commitment to sustainability drives us to use solutions like Greyparrot, integrated into our eco2Veritas™ certification platfom. This powerful combination allows us to gain a transparent, real-time insight into material flows, ensuring accountability throughout the recycling process. This transparency can enable brand owners to track packaging throughout the value chain, driving sustainable design and empowering CPGs to back up their claims. Join us in shaping a greener future! ♻️ #AI #recycling #plastics #traceability #smartrecycling

Innova Defines Top Packaging Trends for 2024 "According to Innova’s consumer survey, more than two-thirds (77%) of global consumers say they engage with connected packaging at least occasionally, while more than a quarter (27%) flag sustainability information like carbon footprint as a critical reason for their engagement." Learn more about the #1 packaging trend, "Digitalized Circularity" and 4 other crucial industry developments defined by Innova in this article by Packaging Insights: https://lnkd.in/dSQ5dqsK #PackagingTrends #ConsumerTrends

Next in our Finalist Interview series for the Sustainability Awards is Pragmatic  with its flexible microchips for smart reusable packaging. We spoke to the company about this entry, which has been nominated in the commercialised Active and Intelligent category To get access to unmissable exclusive content and enhanced personalisation options, become a Packaging Europe subscriber (for free): https://lnkd.in/e3xexKss   Follow our hashtag to stay up to date with the latest packaging news: #PackagingEurope

Guess what? The consumers have spoken, and they're looking for a deeper connection with their products! 🎆 Green Choices Rule: It's not just about eco-friendly, it’s about being planet-smart at every step. 🎆 Let's Be Open: In our super-connected world, everyone appreciates a peek behind the scenes. Transparency is golden! 🎆 Innovating on the Floor: Adjustments, real-time checks, and new recipes are making waves. Here’s our friendly solution: Matics' Real-time Operational Intelligence (RtOI). It's all about making manufacturing agile, clear, and consumer-friendly. Curious? Read the full blog: https://hubs.ly/Q023npZj0 #EcoFriendlyManufacturing #Transparency #SustainableManufacturing

Innova Market Insights has announced its Top Packaging Trends 2024: 1️⃣ “Digitalized Circularity” takes the top spot: the packaging industry will increasingly turn to digital tech for scalable #circulareconomy solutions. 2️⃣ “Maximizing Minimization” is identified as the second trend: producers pursue material reduction and lightweighting initiatives to improve #environmentalfootprints. 3️⃣ In the third spot, a “Fast-food Cleanup”: is expected amid new regulations that will fuel the reusables versus single-use debate. 4️⃣ “Honest Packaging” is the trend four: will benefit from a more regulated landscape as lawmakers address widespread greenwashing concerns. 5️⃣ “Breakthrough Barriers" rounds off this year’s trends: as paper-based packaging manufacturers unlock growth potential in fresh food with plastic-free barrier innovations. #packaging #trends #packagingtrends #packagingsolutions

Increasingly, #brands are making active #sustainable choices in their ingredients, processes and packaging. (https://lnkd.in/eF_DgSCR) SAM guides you through your #productdevelopment, helping you understand the implications and impact using alternative ingredients and #packaging materials has on the #sensory and #consumerexperience. Read our work: ‘Sensory Testing for Taint from Sustainable Packaging’ - https://rb.gy/ied8c and ‘Reducing CO2 footprint in sensory and consumer research’ - https://rb.gy/v83su SAM Sensory and Consumer Research SAM-Sensory Dimensions PPL Insights Eva Laparra LISE DREYFUSS Marion Delbende Tracey Sanderson Patricia Silva Martin Kern Sebastian Gräper Punyabrata (Pushan) Tagore Brahma Thomas Alex Paolo Manfredi Yvonne Taylor FMRS

🌍📦 Transforming the Sustainable Temperature Controlled Packaging with eutecma!🌿✨   As the world shifts towards sustainable practices, eutecma is proud to lead the way in the pharmaceutical packaging industry. With governments globally tightening regulations to reduce environmental impact, the demand for sustainable solutions has never been higher.   Here's how eutecma is making a difference:   🌱 Eco-Friendly Innovation: Our temperature-controlled packaging solutions are designed with the environment in mind. Not only are they reusable, but they also significantly reduce overall packaging costs, minimize product damage, and cut labor expenses. Plus, our packaging helps keep waste out of landfills, promoting a cleaner planet.   🔧 Smart Refreshment Centers: In 2023, we introduced the world’s first smart refreshment center. Here, packaging components are automatically checked using weight control and AI-assisted visual testing. They are then disinfected with UV-C radiation and steam cleaning if needed. This process extends the lifespan of our PROTECT packaging and ensures maximum efficiency and quality.   ♻️ Commitment to Circular Economy: Our refreshment centers inspect and replace only the damaged components as needed, ensuring our packaging stays in circulation longer. Used EPS boxes are then recycled to create new packaging, emphasizing that EPS is a valuable raw material, not waste. This approach minimizes environmental impact and maximizes resource utilization.   📊 Real-Time Environmental Impact Reporting: We’ve developed a tool that provides our customers with live reports on CO2 savings from our refreshment center, helping them track their positive environmental impact.   At eutecma, we're not just challenging the status quo - we're setting new standards for sustainability in the packaging industry. Join us in our mission to create a greener, more sustainable future. 🌟🔄   #SustainableSolutions #PharmaPackaging #eutecma #Innovation #EcoFriendly #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #CO2Savings #retecma #sustainablepackaging #temperaturecontrolledpackaging

As the world becomes increasingly reliant on electronic devices, the need for sustainable practices in the electronics industry has never been more pressing. 💡 From responsible sourcing of raw materials to innovative recycling solutions, manufacturers are embracing sustainability to reduce their environmental impact and meet the growing demand for eco-friendly products. Read our latest blog. ⤵️ #OikosPH #SustainableLifestyle #EcoFriendly #StopClimateChange #ReusableBags