Compostable food containers seem like a great idea: They degrade into nutrient-rich organic matter, reducing waste and the need for chemical fertilizers. But much of this packaging relies on per- and ...

If you buy a smoothie in Portland, Oregon, the drink might come in a compostable plastic cup, a choice a thoughtful owner might make to make their operations more sustainable. You might think, at a ...

The National Packaging Targets aim for 2026 packaging to be reusable, recyclable, or compostable, with more recycled content ...

August 19 - We’ve all been there: standing by a bin, squinting at a piece of packaging, trying to figure out its fate. Is it recyclable? Does it go straight into the rubbish bin? Increasingly, there’s ...

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Innovations in compostable packaging are moving towards a commercial reality, and CPG brands that engage early with PHA solutions will be better positioned to meet sustainability and compliance ...

Compostable packaging solutions from Tipa are being implemented worldwide by leading brands in Europe, Australia, and the US. There is a particular focus on food and fashion industries, as these are ...

The fish-shaped soy sauce bottle, the bread bag tag, and even the tiny ‘pizza table’ are all on the endangered list.

Heliograf will launch the 'world's first' home-compostable soy sauce fish, made from plant pulp and designed to comply with ...

One of the many reasons why I love the University of Massachusetts is the school’s dedication to being a sustainable community. One of the ways in which UMass practices sustainability is by providing ...

On January 1, Berkeley, California rang in the New Year by putting a new rule in place requiring all cafés and restaurants to start charging 25 cents for disposable cups. The cups, in addition to lids ...

Compostable food containers seem like a great idea: They degrade into nutrient-rich organic matter, reducing waste and the need for chemical fertilizers. But much of this packaging relies on per- and ...