One innovation that has been introduced in the food and beverage industry involves returnable PET containers. However, this segment is still considered niche, with not a lot of companies considering this type of packaging for their products. In order to raise awareness and inform key stakeholders, Krones and Alpla have begun research on the viability of returnable PET containers. Specifically, they are looking into its potential in becoming a sustainable alternative to holding specialised … [Read more...] about Krones and Alpla study potential of returnable PET containers
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Nomad Foods commits to reducing carbon footprint across value chain
The U.N.’s Race To Zero is a global campaign that encourages world leaders, businesses and other key stakeholders to contribute to achieving a zero carbon society. One of the companies that have pledged to the cause is European frozen food producer Nomad Foods, which has set new emission reduction targets in accordance to the Science Based Targets Initiative. Nomad Foods is planning to reduce scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas emissions per ton of product by 45% in 2025, and 25% in absolute … [Read more...] about Nomad Foods commits to reducing carbon footprint across value chain
Lifoam introduces sustainable foam insulation for cold chain packaging needs
In a bid to continuously to the packaging industry’s mission to reduce environmental impact and waste, Lifoam Industries has released the Envirocooler™ insulated shipper with Bioffex™ technology. Shifting from traditional expanded polystyrene (EPS), this product is manufactured from plant-based raw materials. This means that its components are 100% renewable, and are in fact compliant with the ASTM D6400-19 standards for industrial compostability. This Envirocooler™ variant decomposes in less … [Read more...] about Lifoam introduces sustainable foam insulation for cold chain packaging needs
