May 29, 2025 (Sustainable Packaging Coalition (via LinkedIn)) –
The Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC) posted 7 LinkedIn updates from May 22 to May 29, 2025. These posts covered a range of topics including extended producer responsibility (EPR), reusable packaging trends, sustainable materials, and industry events. Let's delve into the key areas of focus for SPC during this period.
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Legislation
A significant development in the sustainable packaging landscape is the expansion of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation in the United States. SPC reported that with new laws passed in Maryland and Washington, one in five Americans now lives in a state with EPR laws. This marks a substantial shift in how packaging waste is managed and financed in the country. The organization's policy expert, Lucy Pierce, provided a breakdown of these new laws and highlighted additional EPR news from Hawaii and Maine, emphasizing the growing momentum for producer responsibility in packaging waste management.
EPR laws expand to cover 20% of Americans
Trends in Reusable and Refillable Packaging
SPC's 2025 Sustainable Packaging Trends Report indicates a resurgence of refillable packaging, particularly in the beauty and spirits sectors. This trend reflects a growing interest in circular economy principles and waste reduction. The organization posed a critical question to the industry: How can brands scale reuse in a practical, impactful, and sustainable manner? This challenge highlights the need for innovative solutions that can match the convenience of single-use packaging while significantly reducing environmental impact.
In a related post, SPC discussed the increasing scrutiny of packaging materials. Brands are now re-evaluating their material choices, considering not just immediate functionality but also long-term environmental impacts and public perception. This shift suggests a more holistic approach to packaging design, where material selection is closely tied to sustainability goals and consumer expectations.
Refillable packaging gains momentum in beauty and spirits
Material selection evolves with sustainability in mind
Innovative Sustainable Materials
The organization highlighted an innovative approach to sustainable packaging: the use of seaweed as a packaging substrate. SPC featured an interview with representatives from SeaSol, a U.S.-based seaweed bioprocessing company. This exploration of ocean-based feedstocks for packaging materials represents a novel direction in the search for sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics. The post directed readers to SPC's 2024 trends report for more information on how ocean-based materials are reshaping the bio-based packaging landscape.
Seaweed emerges as innovative packaging material
Sustainable Packaging in the Tech Industry
SPC addressed the growing challenge of packaging waste in the rapidly expanding data center and AI industries. The organization featured insights from Pranav Nikam of The Packaging School, who emphasized the industry's goal to transition from single-use, expendable packaging to reusable solutions. This shift aims to create smarter, circular systems that can keep pace with the speed and scale of modern technology. The post highlighted the complexity of implementing sustainable packaging solutions in high-tech industries where protection and performance are critical.
Data centers aim for reusable packaging systems
Industry Events and Education
SPC announced that its Advance 2025 event, scheduled for September 29th to October 1st in Boston, will be open to all for the first time. This decision reflects the organization's commitment to inclusivity and collaboration in addressing sustainable packaging challenges. The event will feature Andrew Winston, a renowned author and expert on sustainable business, as the opening keynote speaker. Winston's talk is expected to provide insights into how businesses can leverage their skills to build a more sustainable world.
Additionally, SPC promoted its Events Scholarship Program, which aims to support college students from minority groups to attend the Advance 2025 event. This initiative demonstrates SPC's commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the sustainable packaging industry and nurturing the next generation of leaders in the field.
Advance 2025 event opens doors to all attendees
Scholarship program supports diverse future leaders
In conclusion, the Sustainable Packaging Coalition's LinkedIn activity during this period reflects the organization's multifaceted approach to advancing sustainable packaging. From policy updates and material innovations to industry events and educational initiatives, SPC continues to drive the conversation and action towards more sustainable packaging solutions across various sectors.
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