The drive toward sustainable packaging | McKinsey - McKinsey & Company
Jan 30, 2020 · A development that has also been enabled by strong material innovation upstream at substrate producers such as resin producers. These moves have favored substitution of rigid packaging formats with use of flexible packaging and pouches (Exhibit 2).
Sustainable Packaging - flexpack.org
From its fossil fuel and water usage, to its carbon impact and product-to-package ratio, flexible packaging's efficiency is environmentally effective. As a leading voice in the sustainable packaging movement, the Flexible Packaging Association has committed significant resources to support flexible packaging's sustainability efforts.
The Future of Sustainable Flexible Packaging to 2026
Sustainability of biodegradable plastics in flexible packaging from 2021 to 2026. As of 2021, separate collection of flexible packaging waste remains a key challenge in many developed countries with greater use of recycled content is expected to 2026.
Sustainable flexible plastic packaging strategy | EY – Global
Developing sustainable flexible plastic packaging is a particularly difficult issue with no single solution. Currently, the mechanical recycling systems that recycle rigid plastics are not able to cope with flexible plastic film. It’s very lightweight with a low value per unit, often contaminated by food oils, and high volumes of high-quality ...
EcoPackables: The World’s Most Sustainable Flexible Custom Packaging
At EcoPackables, we offer 100% Compostable packaging for businesses of any size. We offer a wide range of eco-friendly packaging: compostable bubble mailers, polybags, biodegradable mailers, and more! We offer free shipping on all our products and have low MOQs.
Seven strategies for a sustainable future in flexible packaging
Apr 7, 2021 · Sustainability in design, use and end-of-life processing will increasingly define flexible packaging across the next five years, according to new expert insight from Smithers.
Sustainability & Flexible Packaging: Advantages & Environmental …
Flexible packaging requires less transportation and storage space than other packaging options, reducing fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions. Plastic packaging facilitates weight savings of more than 78 percent compared to alternative packaging materials.
6 Trends to Expect in 2024: Sustainable Flexible Packaging
Dec 20, 2023 · The flexible packaging industry is experiencing a significant evolution as it leans into more sustainable practices. Amid growing environmental concerns, there’s a strong movement within the sector towards developing innovative, eco-friendly packaging solutions.
Resources on Sustainable Packaging - flexpack.org
Resources on Sustainable Packaging. Through ongoing research and initiatives, FPA provides a greater understanding of the environmental advantages and benefits of flexible packaging among consumer product companies, retailers and consumers.
Startup Creates Composite for Sustainable Flexible Packaging
Aug 20, 2024 · Solutum’s sustainable packaging has high tensile strength, inherent anti-static properties, and a good oxygen and oil barrier, making it a versatile material for a broad range of packaging applications across pharma, electronics and food and beverage applications.