Reducing the use of plastic remains high on the agenda for investment, with biodegradable material and organic material cited as those with the most potential when it comes to exploring new packaging media.

Manufacturer’s portfolio of disposable foodservice products now more environmentally friendly as company continues its migration toward biodegradable and compostable solutions.

As concern over plastic waste soars, more than 70% of U.S. poll respondents report that they are willing to pay premiums for alternative packaging, especially for food.

The new packaging featured unique graphics that highlighted Coachella, and it also boasted an on-package assurance of its ability to be composted.

TIPA will be the sole partner of Ispak for compostable packaging solutions in the Turkish market and will enhance Ispak's offering globally.

While responding to consumer and regulatory demands for more sustainable packaging is certainly one of the biggest challenges facing the industry, the good news is that there is no single solution but rather a plethora of routes to a circular economy.

Crafted from unbleached bamboo fiber, the 100% compostable clamshells are free of PFAs, wax, and plastic linings, making them a sustainable choice for foodservice packaging. 

Group says the bills represent important steps in 1) building the American infrastructure for increased access to recycling in all communities and 2) improving transparency for recycling and composting.

Packets are plastic-free and can be buried in a garden or compost pile.

Paper-based packaging – in combination with suitable coatings – can offer the required barrier and heat-seal functionality needed for many packaging applications.