Today, it is nearly impossible to read about packaging innovations without seeing some mention of sustainability. In this issue alone, there is mention of a more sustainable packaging for spray paint in the household trend article on page 54. There are several more sustainable packaging innovations throughout the PACK EXPO coverage and New Packages sections. Last month, Packaging Strategies featured the new Method laundry detergent bottle made from 100% post-consumer PET, the plant-based EarthBottle packaging offering an alternative to petroleum-based plastics, and single-serve fish packaging from Orca Bay that eliminated an outer packaging later for a more sustainable approach.
According to a recent survey conducted by Asia Pulp & Paper (APP) (asiapulppaper.com) 46% of Americans say they actively seek out packaging that can be recycled or reused. The survey also showed that more environmentally-friendly packaging is in demand with 62% of consumers.