Sustainable Packaging - Articles - Page 164

New biodegradable barrier reduces carbon footprint of ready meal retail

March 11, 2013

A biodegradable barrier tray which has been developed by KCC Packaging will enable retailers to move away from carbon-hungry CPET and aluminum throughout ready meal retail, according to its developer, Chartered Environmentalist Kevin Clarke.

Rexam demonstrates commitment to sustainability, joins stewardship initiative

March 11, 2013

Rexam, one of the leading global beverage can makers, has announced its support of the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) to develop a global standard for aluminum sustainability. Joining other large producers and consumers of aluminum, Rexam’s action is another example of its industry-leading commitment to sustainability.

Natural spring water earns national launch

Recyclable bottle made from 50% recycled plastic

February 13, 2013

Nestlé Waters North America’s premium still water brand resource® 100% Natural Spring Water is expanding nationally and is available to retailers across the U.S. as of January 2013. Following the success of the 2012 launch in Southern California, Nestlé made the decision to capitalize on consumer interest in the product and expand to national distribution in 2013. resource is a 100 percent natural spring water sourced only from carefully selected natural springs that have naturally occurring electrolytes for a crisp, clean taste and is packaged in a bottle made with 50 percent recycled plastic.

Brewing company partners with recycling rewards to encourage greener lifestyle

February 13, 2013

Coors Brewing Company, inventor of the first 100% recyclable aluminum can, kicked off its latest sustainability initiative by announcing a partnership with Recyclebank®, the company that rewards people for taking every day green actions with discounts and deals.

Cover Story: Flexible Packaging

Growing Flexible Packaging Industry Proves Its Staying Power

This burgeoning segment boasts benefits for both brand owners and consumers.

Liz Cuneo

February 5, 2013

The flexible packaging segment is proving its staying power as sales are up and more and more food and beverage products roll out onto store shelves in this format.

Materials Technology: Sustainable Materials

Sustainable practices: Leading by example

Insights on the innovative materials and processes driving the paperboard packaging market.

Liz Cuneo

February 5, 2013

Over the last decade, the paperboard industry has seen sustainable practices go from the occasional application to the industry standard, achieving new benchmarks in packaging innovation.

Market Trends: Dairy

Inside the dairy kingdom

A look at the dairy leaders and the packaging formats that elevate this segment to true nobility.

Liz Cuneo

February 5, 2013

Dairy has been a long-time favorite in families; the gallon of milk, wedge of cheese and cups of yogurt are in most consumer homes in North America.

Sustainability report highlights environmental footprint of suppliers

Sun Chemical reveals sustainability assessments

January 30, 2013

Sun Chemical released its 2012 Sustainability Report, which showcases Sun Chemical’s leadership in eco-efficiency through established data-driven metrics, as well as examples of how raw material suppliers are contributing to the company’s environmental footprint.

Eternal Water case study: pressure-sensitive film delivers premium look

January 29, 2013

As sustainability continues to be on the forefront not only for natural water sources but also for bottle-to-bottle recycling, Eternal Water decided to switch to a thinner pressure-sensitive label to help lessen the environmental impact and also benefit the label’s graphic profile.

Coffee company introduces compostable packaging

Sustainable film uses cellulose-based NatureFlex.

January 24, 2013

McCullagh Coffee, a US coffee roasting company, introduces a compostable pack, for its Rainforest Alliance Certified Ecoverde Coffee brand, using cellulose-based, NatureFlex™ from Innovia Films.