All Sustainability articles – Page 41
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ArticleTekniPlex closes bottles and jars with paper-based induction heat seal liners
A new series of recyclable, paper-based induction heat seal liners from TekniPlex Consumer Products is designed to seal dry pharma, nutrition, and food products in bottles and jars with the same protective properties as conventional solutions.
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ArticleCapri Sun adopts ‘stronger’ paper straws in pursuit of recyclability
Capri Sun will roll out FSC-certified, ‘stronger than ever’ paper straws across its entire range in Q1 2024 in pursuit of completely recyclable packaging.
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ArticleLabel-free Sprite and Sprite Zero bottles trialled by Coca-Cola
Coca-Cola is temporarily removing the labels from its Sprite and Sprite Zero on-the-go bottles to trial label-free packaging in hopes of reducing plastic waste.
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ArticleWrapping paper and self-assembled box from Releaf Paper made of fallen leaves
Releaf Paper has introduced three new products made from fallen leaves and recycled fibres – including a self-assembled box and wrapping paper – that seek to unite functionality, sustainability, and visual appeal.
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ArticleXampla seeks to scale up biodegradable coating with $7 million funding round
Xampla has raised US$7 million (€6,466,250) in its latest funding round; the money is intended to help expand its biodegradable, food-safe Morro Coating for takeaway packaging, sachets, and cups into new markets and support the transition away from single-use plastics.
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ArticleRevisions made to RecyClass Recyclability Evaluation Protocols and Design for Recycling Guidelines
In a move set to provide up-to-date advice for improving the recyclability of plastic packaging, RecyClass has updated its Recyclability Evaluation Protocols and released a new set of Design for Recycling Guidelines for all plastic packaging streams.
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ArticleTOMRA develops tall, compact DRS backroom storage for drinks containers
TOMRA has revealed its first vertical and compact backroom system to store beverage containers returned for recycling, set to add height to storage cabinets for space-efficient reverse vending layouts.
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ArticleEuropean Bioplastics envisions EU action plan for biopolymer industry growth in new manifesto
European Bioplastics’ new Policy Manifesto urges the European Union to lay out a Biopolymers Industrial Action Plan and drive the growth of the bioplastics industry – suggesting that it establish harmonized regulatory framework, introduce market incentives, and drive consumer awareness of its environmental benefits.
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PodcastTracing the life cycle of inks and coatings with Siegwerk
Printing inks and coatings not only add colour to product labels and packaging, but also ensure their functionality and safety. Siegwerk’s Alina Marm discusses the product journey and the material aspects that play a part in each step of the production process with Elisabeth Skoda, looking at innovations in the areas of ink and coating with a particular focus on the company’s UniNATURE range.
We previously spoke with Alina about her PhD work around packaging and human rights – you can listen to that conversation here. -
ArticleVolpak and Watttron implement digital sealing into horizontal pouching machinery
A strategic partnership between Volpak and Watttron intends to integrate intelligent digital sealing technology into horizontal pouching machinery in a step towards precise, efficient, and sustainable flexible packaging processes.
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ArticleBiffa commences recycling service for takeaway beverage cups
Biffa has launched a nationwide recycling service set to keep ‘millions’ of hot and cold takeaway beverage cups out of general waste in the UK.
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ArticleModified atmosphere films from StePacPPC customized for mushroom preservation
StePacPPC has tailored its modified atmosphere packaging films to suit a range of whole, sliced, and fresh mushrooms – aiming to extend their short shelf life and lower both food waste and cost.
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ArticlePetainer and Oonly introduce reusable PET water bottle to Hungarian market
In light of Hungary’s new deposit return scheme, Petainer and Oonly have released their first refillable PET bottle for mineral water on the Hungarian market in hopes of driving circularity in the country’s beverage sector.
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ArticleHubbub’s funded trials inspire five ‘key ingredients’ for successful reuse systems
Hubbub has released a report outlining the impact and learnings from six reuse projects funded by its Bring It Back Fund; the insights have revealed five ‘key ingredients’ hoped to inform the creation of further reuse and return systems for food and beverages.
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ArticleVoluntary initiatives cannot overcome plastic pollution, says World Economic Forum
At its annual meeting earlier this month, the World Economic Forum emphasized its view that voluntary initiatives are not enough to substantially reduce plastic pollution, instead backing the development of a global Plastics Treaty and encouraging businesses to unite in favour of the cause.
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ArticleHoffmann Neopac provides flip-top caps for eco-designed tubes
Hoffmann Neopac has launched its new LowPro Flip-Top Caps, reported to reduce material use and apply to the company’s renewable, biobased, and recyclable EcoDesign tubes in pharmaceutical, beauty, and oral care applications.
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ArticleCertified compostable coffee capsule lid developed by Ahlstrom
Ahlstrom’s fibre-based lid for single-serve coffee capsules is certified compostable in home and industrial conditions and aims to replace plastic and aluminium alternatives.
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ArticleBiobased additives, modifiers and material replacements expand UBQ Materials portfolio
UBQ Materials has unveiled three biobased material replacements and additives and two modifiers in its Sustainability Product Portfolio – a range intended to help customers achieve such targets as increased post-consumer recycled content, reduced emissions, waste diversion, and circularity.
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ArticlePackmatic’s digital packaging marketplace secures €15 million for European expansion
Packmatic has raised €15 million in a Series A funding round set to facilitate the expansion of its SaaS-enabled, B2B digital packaging marketplace in Europe and help product companies optimize the speed, cost, and sustainability of their packaging processes.
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ArticleSacma produces recyclable, compostable, ovenable bag for rotisserie applications
Sacma has revealed an ovenable bag made from FSC-certified grass paper and a cellulosic inner liner from Futamura, with the pack also said to be recyclable and compostable in home and industrial conditions.