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The beverage industry is undergoing a transformative journey towards sustainability, driven by innovations in packaging. From plant-based plastics and recyclable solutions to smart packaging technologies and reusable options, the industry is embracing eco-friendly practices. Legal regulations and consumer demand are catalysts for this change, pushing brands to innovate and adopt sustainable packaging solutions. Rajesh Khosla, CEO at AGI Greenpac, discusses how evolving regulations, consumer preferences for eco-friendly products, and the need to reduce emissions are driving the trend towards sustainable packaging. Dive into the article below to learn more about the transformative journey toward sustainability in the beverage industry. https://lnkd.in/gv9wSc_a AGI Greenpac | RAJESH KHOSLA #sustainability #beverageindustry #ecofriendly #innovation #sustainablepackaging #smartpackaging #recycling #reusablepackaging #greenfuture #environmentalimpact #consumerdemand #circulareconomy #plantbasedplastics #recyclablesolutions #regulations #sustainablegoals #industrytrends #agigreenpac #leadership #businessstrategy

Beverage cartons can be a complicated item to repurpose, but it does present some opportunities in meeting the growing demand for sustainable packaging. Learn more about the potential upcycling holds with Food Engineering Magazine: https://brnw.ch/21wKM7J #FoodManufacturing #Sustainability #ConsumerInsights

CCL Label launches EcoFloat WHITE shrink sleeves for light sensitive products   EcoFloat® WHITE supports the use of widely recycled #transparent #PETbottles combined with a white opaque #sleeve / Low density sleeve material supports float separation from PET during the #recycling process / Increases yield of high-quality, food-grade PET flakes for #bottletobottlerecycling. Guenther Birkner, member of the management team at CCL: "EcoFloat WHITE will enable greater recyclability for dairy packaging and other products that are light sensitive … We have seen a big trend in the Food and Beverage but also Home and Personal care industries to move packaging into transparent PET, which has an established food grade recycling stream. It is our goal to support this with a functional product decoration.”   Fenkart Norbert, who heads the R&D department at CCL's sustainable sleeve label center in Dornbirn, Austria: "Since 80 percent of recycling is actually sorting, we had to make sure that our solution was detectable by the standard technology used in the recycling industry today. We can use carbon-free inks to create additional lightblocking properties on the sleeve. These work well in NIR detection as we have seen in tests. The underlying rigid PET bottle is detected and the bottle is sorted into the correct waste stream."   Marika Knorr, Head of Sustainability and Communication at CCL Label: "Legislation such as the European Green Deal and the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation will drive 'design for recycling' or eco-design in the coming years. Every brand has to come up with packaging that is actually recyclable and more important – recycled.” Photo: CCL Label #connectingcomPETence #circulareconomy #sustainablepackaging https://lnkd.in/d_Kd5iqN

PepsiCo's recent unveiling of their focus on home-compostable packaging is a significant step towards a more sustainable future. The company's Greenhouse Learning Center, a first of its kind, is set to test packaging for both industrial and home composting scenarios. This move aligns with PepsiCo's 2025 goal of designing all packaging to be recyclable, reusable, compostable, or biodegradable. The company's commitment to compostable packaging is not just about sustainability, but also about maintaining the quality of their products. The multilayer films developed by their packaging engineers ensure the food remains fresh and safe to eat. Interestingly, PepsiCo's sights are now set on home compostable packaging. This shift is a testament to the flexibility of compostable packaging as an end-of-life option. The compostable packaging of their Off The Eaten Path bags is certified to ASTM 6400 standards by the Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI). This is a significant achievement considering the challenges of maintaining the shelf life of compostable packaging. PepsiCo's investment in compostable packaging could serve as a catalyst for other retail food companies to follow suit. This could potentially mark the beginning of a wider use of compostable packaging in the US. #PepsiCo #CompostablePackaging #Sustainability #GreenhouseLearningCenter #HomeComposting

🌿 Exciting news in the realm of sustainable packaging! UPM Specialty Papers and Fazer have pioneered a recyclable packaging solution for Fazer's Oat Rice Pies, eliminating the need for plastic lining. This innovation has won recognition at WorldStar Awards, ScanStar - packaging competition, and NEW WOOD competitions, showcasing its potential to revolutionize packaging with a focus on recyclability and environmental stewardship. This solution aligns with Fazer's Sustainable Packaging Vision and UPM - The Biofore Company's Biofore strategy as a true testament to collaboration and long-term development. It's a step forward in reducing fossil-based materials without compromising the quality and safety of food products. A win for sustainability! 🌍 #packagingprintingindustry #packagingimpressions #labelandpackageprining #printindustry #ecofriendlypackaging #sustainablepackaging

Packaging Innovation: Use of rPET in wine bottles The clinking of wine bottles being put into the recycling bin could become a thing of the past. While traditionalists may be concerned about ditching round glass ones, a new flat plastic bottle will make wine easier to transport - significantly reducing the industry's carbon footprint. The new packaging is lighter – 63g each compared with an average of 460g for one glass bottle – and can be stacked like a set of books during transport. Packamama bottles are made from 100% recycled m rPET – a recycled form of polyethylene terephthalate commonly used for making soft drinks bottles. Both the bottle and cap are also fully recyclable. A great example of rPET usage in Food Packaging. For more info how you can use rPET in your packaging, contact us at ribotl.com Read more here: https://www.rfr.bz/lmgija1 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀. 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀!

🌿 Innovation Alert: A Leap Towards Sustainability in Snack Packaging 🌿 In a groundbreaking move, The British Crisp Co. has introduced the first-ever recyclable paper chip bag, setting a new standard in packaging sustainability. This pioneering effort, in collaboration with Evopak and leveraging Aquapak's innovative Hydropol polymer, marks a monumental stride towards solving the environmental challenge posed by the snack industry's traditional packaging. With Brits consuming over eight billion packets of crisps annually, the majority ending up in landfills or incinerators, the need for a sustainable solution has never been more urgent. The British Crisp Co.'s recyclable crisp packet not only addresses this issue head-on but also opens the door to a world of possibilities for packaging across various sectors. The unique properties of Hydropol allow these bags to be recycled, re-pulped, and even composted, offering a beacon of hope for drastically reducing snack packaging waste. Furthermore, these bags come with an "I’m Paper, Recycle Me" label, effortlessly integrating into existing curbside recycling programs. This innovation isn't just a win for the environment; it represents a pivotal moment for the industry to embrace sustainable practices that consumers are increasingly demanding. It challenges us to think beyond traditional materials and processes, inspiring a shift towards more eco-friendly alternatives without compromising on product quality or consumer convenience. 🌍 A Call to Action for the Food Industry 🌍 As we commend The British Crisp Co. for their leadership, let's use this moment as a catalyst for change. I encourage all companies within the food sector to explore and adopt innovative packaging solutions that prioritize both the planet and our future. Interested in discussing how your company can embark on a similar journey towards sustainability? Let's connect and pave the way for a greener, more responsible industry. #Sustainability #Innovation #RecyclablePackaging #FoodIndustry #EcoFriendly

Summer is Ice Cream Time! 🍦 As we enjoy our favorite frozen treats this summer, the dairy industry is making significant strides in sustainable packaging. Huhtamaki's ICON® packaging is an innovative recyclable ice cream packaging solution available for the US market. What makes this frozen dessert packaging an ICON®? The difference is in the coating. Traditional polyethylene-coated paper cups are not widely recyclable in the US. ICON® is eliminating the polyethylene and using a new water-based barrier coating that is re-pulpable, allowing cups to be recycled in communities that recycle paper products. Just make sure to check locally. Read more about the dairy industry’s evolution towards sustainable packaging in the following Dairy Foods article: https://lnkd.in/g5Ed78hp Enjoy your ice cream! 🍨🌍 #SustainablePackaging #Innovation #IceCream #Recycling Huhtamaki North America

UPM Specialty Papers and Fazer develop a recyclable packaging solution without a plastic lining Piia Soininen-Tengvall #sustainablepackaging #packaging #packagingsolutions #packagingindustry #packagingdesign #packagingideas #packaginginnovations #packaginginnovation #ecofriendly #circulareconomy #recyclable #sustainability  #recyclablepackaging #recycling #environmental #sustainable #development #flexiblepackaging #plasticpackaging #plastics #plasticpollution #plasticwaste #biodegradable #endplasticwaste #ecofriendly #plasticfree #plasticfreepackaging #singleuseplastic #plasticrecycling #wastemanagement #resourceefficiency #environment #recycledpackaging #recycledmaterials #compostablepackaging #compostable #co2 #co2reduction #co2emissions #co2neutral #co2footprint Stay up to date on Corrugation & Packaging Industry news follow our Hashtag #cpmirror  https://lnkd.in/dH3z8Wy3

Transitioning to more sustainable #packaging is a goal of many #petfoodindustry brands, but it does not come without challenges. For example, the time needed to qualify the recyclable materials in manufacturing and evaluate the product life performance realistically pushes accomplishing these targets to 2025, if not later. And with 2024 well underway, the time has come for processors to deliver on these targets. Read more from Kim Szukaitis of BSM Partners: https://ow.ly/q1xv50RcAwW #petfood #sustainability