Sustainability

US-based Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) has expanded its recyclability recognition programme to include new packaging components.

The programme provides third-party validation that a package or packaging component’s design is compatible with the North American recycling system. This is done by confirming that the item has met the highest criteria for recyclability according to the APR Design Guide. Complete packages and all components of package design, including labels, barrier materials, dispensers, and more, are eligible for Preferred Design Recognition (PDR).

element6 Dynamics and German-based PAPACKS® are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to Joint Venture on the US expansion of PAPACKS’ molded and thermal formed packaging in partnership with element6 Dynamics, a US modern pioneer in industrial hemp.

The Copenhagen Municipality’s urban environment department (Teknik- og Miljøforvaltningen) has announced the launch of a new scheme it says could promote the use of recyclable takeaway packaging.

This will be done using a special fund which the city government will use to support restaurants and businesses which decide to switch to using recyclable packaging, Copenhagen Municipality said in a statement.

The scheme will run as a two-year trial with a budget of 1 million kroner in both 2024 and 2025.

In honor of Earth Day, The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) has issued a report on its latest eco-friendly packaging initiatives and advances in sustainability made by each of its brands.

One highlight: 71% of all ELC's packaging is now recyclable, refillable, reusable, recycled, or recoverable. ELC's latest report covers the fiscal year 2023.
 

As the first grocery chain in the country, ICA Sweden will shortly begin a transition of the flower tray to more environmentally friendly alternatives made of molded fiber. This change is part of ICA's efforts to reduce the use of plastic and promote more sustainable consumption. 

• Faerch Group, a rigid food packaging manufacturer and integrated recycler, announced the introduction of their new Tumbler range to the Food Service market.
• This new offering is designed with a minimum of 30% post-consumer recycled material and a commitment to full recyclability.
• The Tumbler range offers various capacities and includes four common lid designs to fit all tumblers.

Faerch Group is dedicated to creating packaging solutions that prioritise recycled materials, ensuring they can be fully recycled into new food packaging in an endless number o

“At Coveris we built our entire sustainability strategy around the vision of No Waste as we believe that fighting waste in all its forms is the driving force of a more sustainable future. Our packaging fits into this strategy well and offer the market what it has been looking for years –sustainable yet highly effective and protective solutions’, summarised Katja Killian, BU Flexibles Business Development Director from Coveris.

Antalis has increased its range of equipment for e-Commerce with the addition of the new FillPak Trident Mini from Ranpak.

The Trident Mini tackles head-on the perennial challenge of warehouse and packing space experienced by many e-Commerce businesses. By dispensing high speed (up to 1.4 m/s), paper void fill on demand, the Trident Mini saves valuable warehouse space, while its sleek design, configurable mounting options and compact footprint make it a great option for busy packing stations where space is tight.

The event, which was held on 16 November 2023 in Madrid, looked at how to build systems that will prevent the disposal of used paper bags, working towards implementing a process of efficient collection, sorting, and recycling that can be managed on an industrial scale.