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February 27, 2020
A sustainable alternative to foam in place packaging
by: EPE USA
Highlighting the flaws of foam in place packaging, like Instapak®, and presenting a more sustainable approach What is “foam in place” packaging? A sustainable alternative to foam in place packaging – Foam-in-place, or “on-demand”, packaging solutions like Instapak, involve a plastic bag containing a mixture of liquids. The chemicals react…
February 25, 2020
Starbucks seeks to abandon single-use packaging
by: EPE USA
CEO Kevin Johnson unveils aspirations of a sustainable Starbucks by 2030 Starbucks seeks to abandon single-use packaging – Starbucks reflects a forward-thinking utopia, with expensive coffee, a modern ambiance, and free Wi-Fi. Up until now, however, the global coffee chain has failed to curb its massive impact on the environment.…
February 11, 2020
Packaging the refurbished laptop industry
by: EPE USA
The integral role of packaging in the undervalued market for refurbished laptops Do people actually buy used laptops? Packaging the refurbished laptop industry – Yes, more and more people are choosing refurbished laptops over new products. The global market for refurbished laptops and computers hit $2.1 billion in 2019 and…
February 6, 2020
Sustainable Packaging in 2020
by: EPE USA
Key topics & trends to watch for in the packaging industry Sustainable packaging in 2020 – The packaging world progresses forward each year, with companies implementing changes to their packaging supply and announcing new sustainability campaigns. All over the world companies strive to reduce carbon emissions, replace outdated packaging materials,…
January 29, 2020
Startups fighting against packaging waste
by: EPE USA
Startups attack the challenge of packaging waste with a variety of creative approaches Startups fighting against packaging waste – Waste generated from product packaging is a monumental problem for our environment. According to the EPA, the U.S. generated 80.1 million tons of municipal solid waste (MSW) in 2017 from containers…
January 14, 2020
Sustainable packaging legislation coming in 2020
by: EPE USA
Looking at the year ahead and potential 2020 environmental legislation aimed at the packaging industry Sustainable packaging legislation coming in 2020 – A new decade begins and with it comes a renewed approach to environmental legislation and a reinvigorated debate over the sustainability of the packaging industry. 2019 was a milestone…
January 9, 2020
EPE USA wins the 2020 WorldStar Packaging Awards
by: EPE USA
The WPO has chosen our Reusable Structural Transit Inserts (RSTI’s) as a WorldStar Award winner! EPE USA wins the 2020 WorldStar Packaging Awards – The World Packaging Organisation (WPO) recently selected winners for the 2020 WorldStar Packaging Awards, celebrating packaging excellence across a variety of industries and categories. In their…
January 7, 2020
5 major developments in sustainable packaging from 2019
by: EPE USA
This past year witnessed breakthrough advancements in sustainable packaging 5 major developments in sustainable packaging from 2019 – The past year experienced groundbreaking environmental legislation, sustainable corporate initiatives, growing consumer movements, and eco-driven scientific achievements. All of which reflects a momentous shift toward new technologies and materials to improve the…
December 20, 2019
A closed-loop system for product packaging
by: EPE USA
Analyzing the strategy and potential impact of Loop’s packaging recovery system A group of multinational corporations, including Procter & Gamble, Unilever, and PepsiCo, are launching a coordinated effort at eradicating waste from the e-commerce packaging supply chain. Loop seeks to create a closed-loop system for product packaging, representing a potential…
December 16, 2019
3 prominent trends that show the future of packaging
by: EPE USA
Predicting the future of the packaging world and how the landscape of the industry is changing These 3 prominent trends show the future of packaging, presenting a snapshot of where the industry is headed and how companies should adapt to stay competitive in the market. The packaging industry continues to…