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Consultant: New Battles Emerge in Plastics Debate
And Flexible Packaging Companies Must Improve Circularity
June 28, 2024
The flexible packaging industry is no longer losing the public relations war with environmentalists over how consumers view the issues. It may have already lost it.
Read MorePolitical Action Committee Kicks Off Work at Crucial Time
July/August 2024
Bipartisan FlexPAC™ will help the flexible packaging industry support candidates for federal and state offices. With the 2024 election season in full swing, it has never been more vital to understand the value of political engagement and the need to strengthen the flexible packaging industry’s political resources.
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FPA Submits Comments and Joins Coalition Concerned About California Recycling Law
July/August 2024
The Flexible Packaging Association believes the law will only lessen the collection and recycling of recyclable material and add to landfill waste.
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ELC Education Committee Releases New Videos
July/August 2024
The Education Committee of the Emerging Leadership Council of the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) was formed to develop resources to empower FPA member companies to educate families and communities about the benefits of flexible packaging.
Read MoreSPMC® Helps Improve Safety for Medical Device Packaging Worldwide
July/August 2024
Thanks to its determination, the Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council has created and contributed to standards and test methods that have improved the safety of medical device packaging worldwide.
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What Makes Lubricants Sustainable?
July/August 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency defines environmentally acceptable lubricants based on three criteria: biodegradability, toxicity to marine and aquatic life, and bioaccumulation. We’ll investigate each of these and look at some practical aspects that using bio-based lubricants can offer for packaging companies.
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Job Training Remains in Focus as Manufacturing Rebounds
July/August 2024
Explore the employment trends and issues at the national level in the U.S.
Read MoreState Legislatures Continue Work on Packaging Laws
July/August 2024
With elections in November, states are feeling pressure to pass legislation on packaging. A continued concern exists about plastic pollution and toxins in the environment and interest in policies to address them via bans and extended producer responsibility.
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Rethinking Workforce Strategies
New Approaches Might Attract—and Keep—Talent, Experts Suggest
July/August 2024
he flexible packaging sector is in the same bind as other industries when it comes to recruiting and retaining talent. But if it wants to solve its workforce challenges, leaders will need to take a more proactive approach.
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Using Sustainability Playbooks in R&D
Science Group Worked With CTOs to Develop Detailed Guides
July/August 2024
A forum for chief technology officers in 2022 launched its inaugural effort—a practical guide for research and development teams that are contributing to corporate net-zero goals. This year, the forum’s initiative accelerated with actionable insights on balancing sustainability with growth.
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Being Social
New FPA Social Media Campaign Expands Reach
July/August 2024
At the start of Earth Day/Month in April, the social media marketing partner for the Flexible Packaging Association began a concerted effort to reach broader audiences, expanding upon an online community that has been increasing steadily over the past few years. The new campaign—“Pro Planet: We Believe Every Day is Earth Day”—is a six-part series that will run into early 2025.
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A Closer Look at Weston Harcourt
Weston Harcourt, Strategic Account Manager, Sonoco Products Company
July/August 2024
In this issue, we interview Weston Harcourt, strategic account manager of Sonoco Products Company.
Read MoreCompanies Celebrate Employee Accomplishments
July/August 2024
Individuals were recognized at CMD, the Avery Dennison Foundation, Dow, and Barry-Wehmiller.
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Women In Snacks to Hold First In-Person Event
SNAC International’s Annual Report Highlights Industry Trends
June 7, 2024
Since the Women in Snacks forum was created nearly six years ago, participation in the group for female executives in the snack industry has continually increased, leading to the first in-person event planned for next week.
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Meet the Staff at FPA: A Conversation With Lily Sevin, Administrative Assistant
June 6, 2024
Lily Sevin describes her successful business selling giant mushroom pillows online and her plans for her new role at FPA.
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Company Announces Massive Plastics Recycling Facility in Georgia
Meanwhile, Plans for a Plant in Pennsylvania Get Shelved by Another Company
May 23, 2024
Brightmark intends to invest $950 million in a “circularity center,” using pyrolysis to convert waste plastics into new products and creating about 200 jobs.
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New Alliance to Create Recycling Directory and Promote Recyclability of Plastic Packaging
May 9, 2024
The alliance is focused on educating the public on sustainability and the recyclability of flexible packaging products in the U.S.
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Company Sees Increase in Need for Plastic Scorecards
More Businesses Will Have to Monitor Their Products, Founders Say
May 1, 2024
A startup aims to help companies understand plastics in their operations and supply chain and identify areas to reduce their use.
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Experts: Consumers Key to Tracking Food Waste
May 1, 2024
Researchers estimate that the average family of four in the United States spends about $1,500 a year on food that is never eaten, but what has been harder to calculate are the reasons why.
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