Product life cycle, consumer behavior, circular models...there are many considerations when it comes to #reusable #packaging. Our Reusable Packaging course within our Knowledge Library, developed in partnership with The Packaging School, addresses these topics and more to equip you for the reusable road ahead. 🔁 🛣 Members and nonmembers alike can reap the benefits of our knowledge library - start learning today! https://lnkd.in/gcGD3NpS
Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC)
Environmental Services
Bringing sustainable packaging stakeholders together to catalyze action through events, collaboratives, news & resources
About us
The Sustainable Packaging Coalition, a project of GreenBlue, is a membership-based organization that believes in the power of industry to advance sustainable packaging, through education, collaboration, and action. As the leading voice on sustainable packaging, we are passionate about creating packaging that is good for people and good for the environment. Our mission is to bring sustainable packaging stakeholders together to catalyze actionable improvements to packaging systems and lend an authoritative voice on issues related to packaging sustainability. We do this by engaging the entire packaging supply chain - whose focus spans a range of materials - through events, Collaboratives, pilots and studies, research and resource creation, and education.
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https://sustainablepackaging.org/
External link for Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC)
- Industry
- Environmental Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2004
Employees at Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC)
Updates
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Our August Packaging Policy Roundup just dropped! Packaging policy across the country is shifting, as states adopt legislation spanning data reporting to label design. From Maine to California—and all the states in between—there’s a lot to keep track of in the world of packaging policy. Whether you’re an engineer, a designer, or just a fan of #sustainable #packaging, our monthly #policy updates are sure to keep you apprised of the latest updates. Swipe for three pieces of legislation we're watching, and read the full August Roundup below: https://lnkd.in/gc4CEhFD
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Join FRESH at Clemson University this spring at their annual Food, Packaging, and Sustainability Summit! This year’s theme is “Creating Value While Advancing Sustainability”. Filled with insights from esteemed thought leaders in both #industry and #academia, the Summit serves as a dynamic platform for exploring collaborative efforts, innovative solutions, and forward-thinking ideas through a variety of presentations and engaging events. Register NOW to join the conversation! https://lnkd.in/gDjA8uzn #food #packaging #sustainability
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#Ecommerce is a huge part of the average consumer's life today. We are inundated with online ads and shopping opportunities from the moment we open our devices. So how can we optimize #sustainability in packaging for online retail channels? This Knowledge Library course presents a comprehensive exploration of packaging for E-commerce focusing on definitions, concepts, considerations, and examples 💻 📦 📫 Developed in partnership with The Packaging School, the SPC Knowledge Library aims to deliver the fundamental knowledge needed to make #packaging more #sustainable, covering both the basics of sustainability as well as deeper dives in specific issues. The SPC Knowledge Library is free to SPC members, and available for purchase by non-members. Choose your own adventure and explore our courses at your own pace! https://lnkd.in/gcGD3NpS
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!!! #ANNOUNCING the full #SPCEngage program !!! Implementing scalable change takes innovative ideas from visionaries beyond packaging. At #SPCEngage in Amsterdam, in addition to thought leaders within the sustainable packaging space, we're elated to welcome two individuals that are on the forefront of design and behavior change. As part of our full program Daan Roosegaarde and Sille Krukow will help guide our attention to innovations from technology, to psychology, on a journey "bridging the gap between intention" and #HarmonizingAction. View the full program and register today! https://lnkd.in/g9h84CEC Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC) When you register, you'll receive a discount code to attend our co-located event Packaging Europe Sustainable Packaging Summit
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Last week, the Product Stewardship Institute hosted a webinar covering the process of how Minnesota's Extended Producer Responsibility (#EPR) legislation came to fruition, and what implementation will look like. Read Packaging Dive's detailed recap here: https://lnkd.in/gy_5eend
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Are you an SPC member looking to learn more about EPR laws from an EPR compliance expert? Check out Reverse Logistics Group (RLG)'s virtual conference, "Think Circular: Navigating Packaging EPR Laws in North America" on September 17th! You’ll discover key strategies for simplifying compliance with Extended Producer Responsibility laws for packaging from legislative experts, brands, consultants, and more. SPC members receive a special rate - email [email protected] for information!
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EPR, PRO, PPP...keeping track of acronyms in the Extended Producer Responsibility world could be a full time job these days! ICYMI (In case you missed it 👀) - we recently put together an Acronyms & Abbreviations Reference Sheet to help - check it out and keep it nearby for easy referencing 📖 https://lnkd.in/gNgZb5Gk
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For attendees of #SPCAdvance, taking part in a variety of thought provoking, sessions, workshops, and discussions aimed at providing you with actionable takeaways are all part of the experience. With the goal of moving #further #faster towards #carbonreduction through #betterpackaging, it’s important to note that we can’t get there one our own. Collaborating, growing your networks and building new or nurturing existing relationships are an integral part of how you choose to be present at #SPCAdvance. We’re excited to showcase examples of collaborative efforts driving change, while offering spaces to make those connections to move us further, and faster towards achieving our collective goals. Register, and sign up for a tour today! https://lnkd.in/eVyVpQa9 👀 🎉 Sign up for Evening Socials will be available closer to the event!
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At first glance, going tree-free may seem like a no-brainer for packaging companies aiming to avoid deforestation. But seasoned sustainability professionals will tell you: tree-free materials are not a silver bullet. In this Trellis Group article, SPC Director Olga Kachook explains the nuances around non-wood alternative fibers. Instead of setting the goal to go tree-free, companies can use #alternative #fibers to meet a range of concrete #sustainability and performance targets. Read the full article for four common misconceptions around the benefits and trade-offs of alternative fibers, as well as three key reasons to include non-wood fibers in a portfolio while remaining clear about objectives and accurate with marketing. https://lnkd.in/gAmeTqMj
‘Tree-free’ alternatives to wood fibers: 4 common misconceptions - Trellis
trellis.net