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🌟 Join Our Collaborative Study on LCA of Packaging! 🌟 Plastic packaging offers outstanding benefits in terms of functionality (e.g., lightweight, durability, flexibility, and more). #LCA is currently the most discussed method for assessing the environmental impacts of packaging over the entire life cycle. As more companies rely on comparative LCA studies for decision-making and marketing, criticism of their reliability and validity is growing. Every LCA and comparison is based on assumptions and boundary conditions influenced by decisions made by the LCA practitioner. 📢 Join our collaborative study to learn more about the LCA modeller’s role and choices in LCA. Novices and experts are all welcome! 🔍 Are you an LCA novice or expert? Within the scope of the #KIOptiPack – a project sponsored by the German Ministry #BMBF – Fraunhofer UMSICHT and QuoData *Quality & Statistics are conducting a collaborative study on LCA. This study aims to involve as many LCA practitioners as possible to investigate the influence of the modeller itself and the modeller's choices on the results. The results will be analyzed scientifically and anonymously to identify the extent and causes of variability. We invite you to participate in a self-experiment: The task is to create a simple LCA model for a fictitious packaging example (all information will be provided). You should make your own decisions, such as the choice of datastes or the handling of multifunctionality while answering a questionnaire provided online. 📧 If you would like to join our collaborative study, please contact me (via Linkedin or via mail: anna.kerps@umsicht.fraunhofer.de until 14 July). You will receive an email with your personal link to the online questionnaire and all further information. On top, you can also benefit from early insights into the study. #LCA #Sustainability #Packaging #Research #KIOptiPack #Collaboration

Join us for a BBIA online webinar, with our partner UCL, to hear from Professor Mark Miodownik, to hear about their recently published paper, and study, "Enabling desired disposal of compostable plastic packaging: an evaluation of disposal instruction labels". https://lnkd.in/eHRz-uym This study evaluated a series of disposal instruction labels for their effectiveness in enabling the desired disposal of #compostable #plastic #packaging. Findings suggest that citizens struggle to identify compostable plastic packaging from appearance alone. Clear direct disposal instruction wording can help enable the appropriate disposal behaviours. Qualitative findings showed that participants preferred clarity and directness in the disposal instructions logo denoting compostability. The depiction of simple yet unambiguous and instructive symbols was valued and likely to be the better instigators of behaviour change compared with associative symbols. Implications for labelling policy are discussed. Joanna Gavins Rachael Rothman Anna Zhenova NNFCC The Bioeconomy Consultants Paul Mines Vegware FlexSea Andy Sweetman Kenzo Harper-Wang Helen Mathieson BioPak Sam Walker Gary Tee TIPA® Compostable Packaging Compostable Coalition UK Tony Breton Futamura (Cellulose Films) NatureWorks

🌍 April is #EarthMonth and it's the perfect time to make a positive impact by greening your #laboratory! 🌱 Did you know that small changes in your lab practices can lead to big benefits for the environment, your research project and even your budget? Let's explore some easy and cost-effective ways to make your lab more sustainable: ✅ Plan your experiments in advance and merge orders with your lab mates to avoid multiple deliveries and additional costs. ✅ Regularly audit and remove expired or unused samples to free up space and maintain organization in your freezer. ✅ Shut the sash of your fume hood. ✅ Reuse pipette tip boxes and fill them with bulk tips instead of ordering full boxes. ✅ Choose the smallest option (smallest serological pipette or tube) to minimize plastic use. Ready to make your lab more sustainable? Take the first step today! 🔬 ✨ Have your own tips to add? Share them in the comments below and let's make a difference! #sustainability #science #research

Telling Stats. In this second in a series of stories looking at the outlook for packaging in 2024, FPA's Alison Keane shares compelling statistics showing the rising use of compostable and bio-based packaging materials. Get the scoop! #flexiblepackaging #compostablepackaging #biobasedpackaging https://brnw.ch/21wFdwy

Unpacking Labeling and Design: U.S. Consumer Perception of Compostable Packaging

With the increasing impacts of climate change, the pandemic and social injustice, Mars is committed as ever to the critical actions needed to tackle the environmental and societal threats we face through science-based actions and in support of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. As such, Mars' Material Sciences Lead, Eric Klingenberg will be presenting with Brad Rodgers from Danimer Scientific on supply chain collaboration in the development of compostable packaging. If you have a moment, I encourage you to listen in! #tomorrowstartstoday #sustainablepackaging #sustainable #compostablepackaging #MARI #packaging

"Sustainable Packaging Materials" by Muhammad rabnawaz of Michigan State University provides a concise introduction to the principles and practices of packaging sustainability. It addresses the important issues that concern packaging professionals, decision makers, managers, CTOs, legislators, researchers, and students, including the viability and future of recycling, bio- and oxo-degradable materials, and plastics alternatives such as paper, glass, and metal. Also covered are new regulations such as the extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws, their consequences as to what materials are likely to be banned, and whether microplastics should be a concern for packaging companies. Written by an experienced professor, educator, author, inventor, and entrepreneur, this book offers uniquely clear answers to these challenges, helping readers to identify packaging materials that are likely to be phased out to meet new regulations, and to find alternatives to benefit their research and businesses. They will also be equipped to follow guidelines on the use of various packaging materials to stay ahead of the demands of the industry, and to make informed choices about packaging materials by considering sustainability, performance, and cost. Furthermore, they will be informed of the emerging packaging trends in both academia and industry, and understand the issues associated with microplastic pollution, and the actions recommended to mitigate these challenges. More info including sample pages and ordering here: https://lnkd.in/dDpQ4_r3 (USA, Hanser Publications) https://lnkd.in/dnvukjmr (Germany, Hanser Verlag) Also available from other good booksellers worldwide, and electronically as an eBook and as part of the Hanser eLibrary collection for larger company and academic libraries: https://lnkd.in/dkQYm3XG #packaging #packagingsolutions #packagingdesign #packagingindustry #packaginginnovation #packagingsolution #sustainability #recycling #sustainablematerials #plastics #microplastics #paper #glass #metals #paperboard #biomaterials #regulations #epr, Scops Coating Technologies

Packaging R&D teams face these types of questions: *How will new packaging perform in various climates? *Which materials should be utilized in new, sustainable packaging? *Will the customer be satisfied with new packaging and continue to trust our brand? *How does new packaging affect shelf-life of the product contained? *Will supply chain hazards negatively impact product contained in new, sustainable packaging? Clear Packaging works with R&D teams to test new packaging products prior to going to market. With scientific data collected in our laboratory, we help answer the above questions and more! When it comes to food packaging, emphasis is certainly on circular economy and social responsibility. Which materials will be suitable for new packaging products, and will these newly designed products pass all the necessary performance tests to ensure customers will be satisfied? A sustainable product that does not meet customer expectations will result in high costs, risk to brand, and back to the drawing board for the R&D team. Accelerate your go-to-market timeline and do so with confidence.  Contact Clear Packaging today at 513-834-8241 to discuss sustainable packaging concepts. #sustainablepackaging #foodpackagingdesign #packaginginnovation #packaginglaboratory

Survey says: Compostables are gaining traction! Washington and California are leading the charge in the U.S. towards a shift in compostable packaging. Across various states, over 75% of respondents expressed a willingness to pay more for compostable packaging. Meanwhile, in the UK, an overwhelming majority considers alternative packaging crucial in their daily lives. Dive deeper into our findings and discover how compostable packaging is shaping consumer preferences>> https://bit.ly/3Sl3mzt

The quest to create a paper bottle began more than 100 years ago, driven by the desire to reduce plastic waste and environmental impact. Despite numerous attempts, progress has been slow due to technical and practical challenges that include finding materials that can withstand liquid contents, ensuring mass production feasibility, and addressing cost and scalability concerns. Recent years have seen significant advancements in the development of paper bottle technology. Companies are exploring innovative solutions, such as utilizing plant-based materials and creating protective barriers to prevent leakage. These advancements bring hope that a viable paper bottle may soon become a reality. https://lnkd.in/dvJESn2X