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Embrace sustainability with us this April! 🌱 As a company deeply committed to eco-conscious practices, we're proud to share that recently our flagship cooler in Watsonville, California, switched to solar energy, resulting in an estimated 1,181 metric tons of CO2 avoided each year. Learn more about Naturipe's sustainability efforts in the recent The Packer article featuring insights from our very own Janis McIntosh https://loom.ly/bygl_mc

🍶 Reusable packaging systems are our future - and, in many local contexts, already our present! 🖥️ Join us for the first Zero Waste Live! webinar of 2023 on 5 March to learn more about cities that have embarked on a journey to introduce some of Europe's most ambitious packaging reuse systems. 🌇 They will also tell us more about these initiatives' key philosophy and methodology; and share valuable tips for other cities wanting to start their reuse systems journey. 🙋 This is a must-join webinar for anyone closely following the Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation negotiations and its future implementation in the EU Member States. Learn more and register now on the ZWE website 👇

Celebrating 10 years of UPM Raflatac’s Label Life service Label Life by UPM Raflatac proudly marks 10 years of its life cycle assessment service. Over the past decade, it has been a comprehensive life cycle assessment tool for label evaluation, enabling businesses to make informed, environmentally responsible decisions. Continuously evolving to cover an ever-widening portfolio of more sustainable products, Label Life now accounts for over 90% of UPM Raflatac’s commercial portfolio by sales volume, reflecting the company’s commitment to sustainability. It provides essential environmental information on label materials, utilizing the standardized method of life cycle assessment (LCA) to calculate their environmental impact from cradle-to-grave. Customers benefit from individual footprints or “product passport prototypes” (PPPs) displaying 25 indicators, as well as focused comparisons of three key metrics—greenhouse gas emissions, energy demand, and water https://lnkd.in/g6mCEvZM

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We are thrilled to share that Upstream has been selected as one of 20 recipients in Phase 1 of the Re-X Before Recycling Prize! 🎉 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) launched the Re-X Before Recycling Prize, a three-phase competition designed to develop innovative ways to extend the lifetimes of products or parts via reusing, repairing, refurbishing, remanufacturing, or repurposing (“Re-X”) before recycling. With this funding, Upstream (along with our friends at PR3 | the Global Alliance to Advance Reuse and other amazing organizations) can continue our work to create systems where foodware and consumer goods are returned, washed and reintegrated into a robust reuse system. “Reuse systems are a unique economic model that need high upfront investment in logistics and infrastructure. We’re going to use this prize to uncover the financial linchpins to making those reuse systems possible in every city." says Crystal Dreisbach, Upstream's CEO 💫 Read more at https://lnkd.in/edRhhzvH ✨ #upstreamsolutions #weheartreuse #betterwaythanthrowaway #reusewins #rex

Celebrating 10 years of UPM Raflatac’s Label Life service Label Life by UPM Raflatac proudly marks 10 years of its life cycle assessment service. Over the past decade, it has been a comprehensive life cycle assessment tool for label evaluation, enabling businesses to make informed, environmentally responsible decisions. Continuously evolving to cover an ever-widening portfolio of more sustainable products, Label Life now accounts for over 90% of UPM Raflatac’s commercial portfolio by sales volume, reflecting the company’s commitment to sustainability. It provides essential environmental information on label materials, utilizing the standardized method of life cycle assessment (LCA) to calculate their environmental impact from cradle-to-grave. Customers benefit from individual footprints or “product passport prototypes” (PPPs) displaying 25 indicators, as well as focused comparisons of three key metrics—greenhouse gas emissions, energy demand, and water https://lnkd.in/g6mCEvZM

Yesterday, we released the 2023 Combined Annual & Sustainability Report which highlights key ways Ball is making progress in Climate Transition Plan.     ⚡For the first time, more than half (58%) of Ball’s global electricity usage came from renewable sources, reducing its global Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% compared to 2022.   ♻ 70% average recycled content across our global beverage packaging portfolio.  🌟 29% reduction in absolute GHG emissions (Scopes 1-3) vs 2022.     It’s inspiring to see the tangible results of our commitment to innovation and sustainable packaging solutions, as we continue to lead efforts towards a more sustainable future.     To learn more, read the full report here: https://bit.ly/49l0mYV    #BeveragePackaging #BallCorporation #CombinedReport2023 

In a webinar for Australian packaging industry stakeholders, the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water has outlined a three-option framework for proposed reforms to the packaging system, ahead of publishing a consultation paper on 27 September for industry feedback by 28 October. In this (admittedly lengthy) article for PKN Packaging News, I review the key ideas presented, and some of industry’s concerns raised during the session. This is a pivotal time for our packaging industry, we have a chance to reset and reform the system so that it works better for the wider industry. Your input via the DCCEEW consultation process will inform regulatory policy direction. Step up and have your say. #Australianpackagingindustry #Circulareconomy #Sustainablepackaging #packagingregulation #packagingreset Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO), Chris Foley Ian Hayes Sandra Dal MasoAustralian Institute of Packaging (AIP) Nerida Kelton FAIP John Bigley APPMA | Australian Packaging and Processing Machinery Association Robert Marguccio Michael Moran Visual Media Association Kellie Northwood (MAICD) Wayne Robinson Jan Arreza Navanpreet Kaur Kim Berry

As we continue our journey to better understand Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), let’s shift our focus towards the essential functions of Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs). 💡 Key Responsibilities of PROs ✨ ➡ Collection and Recycling: They ensure efficient waste collection systems are in place and that recycling targets are ambitiously met. ➡ Compliance Management: PROs assist producers in navigating the complex landscape of legal and environmental standards. ➡ Data Management and Reporting: They provide crucial data collection, management, and accurate reporting to regulatory authorities. ➡ Education and Awareness: By educating both producers and consumers, PROs promote responsible waste management and sustainable practices. Have you noticed the effects of PROs in your region? For more detailed, country-specific information about PROs, check out our platform, ReCoRe. https://lnkd.in/eC5-Yq7Y

At PWO Mexico, we take pride in joining the celebration of World Environment Day, showcasing our commitment to sustainability through concrete actions. As a company affiliated with the United Nations Global Compact, we pledge to uphold corporate responsibility principles in our operations, particularly concerning environmental protection. Our commitment is reflected in the following initiatives: -Waste Recycling: We implement a rigorous program for recycling special handling waste, turning it into new products and thereby reducing our environmental footprint. -Reuse of Hazardous Waste: In collaboration with cement plants, we repurpose hazardous waste in cement manufacturing, minimizing its adverse impact on the environment. -Wastewater Treatment: We are evaluating the installation of wastewater treatment plants to separate organic loads and eliminate the maximum possible amount of contaminating waste, contributing to water resource conservation. -Water Efficiency: Feasibility studies are conducted for installing water-saving toilets, not only reducing our water consumption but also generating significant savings and promoting more sustainable practices. Simply in 2023, our efforts resulted in the recycling of 14,175 kg of organic waste and 12,457,697 kg of special waste, marking a significant step towards a greener and more sustainable future. As part of the United Nations Global Compact, we reaffirm our commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), working closely with other businesses, governments, and organizations to address global environmental challenges. At PWO México, we firmly believe that our environmental actions are not only a responsibility but also an opportunity to create a better world for future generations. Join us on this journey towards a greener and more sustainable future! #PWOMexico #PeoplePlanetProgress #WorldEnvironmentDay #GreenFuture #EnvironmentalSustainability #UNGlobalCompact #SDGs

Navigating Water Scarcity: The Role of Graywater Recycling Discover how transforming non-potable water from our daily routines into a reusable resource is not just a solution—it's a revolution in sustainable living. With insights from Hydraloop's Business Development Director of North America, Melissa Lubitz, learn how we're paving the way for a water-secure future.💧