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The fourth edition of Plastic Ingenuity’s Thermoform Circularity Report marks a significant milestone in understanding and advancing the shift towards a circular economy for thermoforms. This year-long investigation compiles insights from various experts and stakeholders across industries, including consumer-packaged goods (CPGs), retail, and healthcare.
At its core, this edition serves as a resource for anyone navigating the complex intersection of sustainability, packaging innovation, and legislative change. Through extensive interviews and collaborative efforts with experienced thought leaders, the report offers a universal view of the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of thermoforms.
Readers will discover a wealth of valuable information, including:
Sustainability Capabilities:
- Explore innovative thermoform solutions designed to meet the demands of a circular economy.
- Discover tailored consulting and support to achieve sustainability goals in packaging.
- Understand the infrastructure required to enable effective recycling and circularity.
- Gain insights into evaluating and optimizing materials for environmental impact.
Stakeholder Study:
- EPR Legislation: An analysis of Extended Producer Responsibility laws and their influence on the industry.
- A closer look at the unique challenges and opportunities for sustainability in healthcare plastics.
- A detailed summary of key partnerships driving progress in plastics recycling and sustainability.
Industry Alliances:
- PP Recycling Coalition: Highlights the efforts to improve polypropylene recycling and its impact.
- PET Recycling Coalition: Showcases advancements in polyethylene terephthalate recycling and its implications.
- Healthcare Plastics Recycling Coalition: Focuses on initiatives for recycling plastics used in healthcare settings.
Good Information:
- Practical guidance for designing packaging solutions that align with circular economy principles.
- PLA v. PET: A comparative analysis of polylactic acid and polyethylene terephthalate in sustainability.
- Fiber v. Plastic: An in-depth examination of fiber-based packaging versus plastic alternatives.
Whether you are a seasoned professional in packaging, a curious advocate for sustainability, or someone seeking actionable solutions, this report is designed to inspire and guide your efforts.
