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Sustainable Packaging Coalition LinkedIn highlights innovation in recycling and diversity; specialized recyclers tackle hard-to-recycle items, Events Scholarship boosts minority access at SPC Advance 2025 in Boston

Jun 13, 2025 Sustainable Packaging Coalition (via LinkedIn) 3 min read

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June 13, 2025 (Sustainable Packaging Coalition (via LinkedIn)) –

The Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC) posted 5 LinkedIn updates from June 6 to June 13, 2025. These posts covered a range of topics including sustainable packaging trends, career development in sustainability, recycling innovations, and upcoming events. Let's delve into the key areas of focus for SPC during this period.

Sustainable Packaging Trends and Innovations

SPC highlighted several innovative approaches to sustainable packaging and recycling in their posts. According to their 2025 Sustainable Packaging Trends Report, specialized recyclers are emerging as key players in recovering hard-to-recycle items. Local services like Girls with Glass, Rabbit Recycling, and The ReCollective are addressing community needs creatively, while Ridwell has expanded its operations from the Pacific Northwest to cities across the U.S. These specialized recyclers are tackling the challenge of recycling items such as films, pouches, light bulbs, and batteries, demonstrating the potential for innovative solutions in waste management.

The organization also shared insights on improving recycling education. In a discussion between The Packaging School and Recycle Coach's Jeff J. Galad, the importance of making recycling information accessible and relevant to residents was emphasized. The key takeaway was the need to simplify messaging, avoid industry jargon, and focus on practical, home-based solutions to encourage better recycling practices.

Specialized recyclers tackle hard-to-recycle items
Improving recycling education for residents

Career Development and Diversity in Sustainability

SPC demonstrated its commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the sustainability field through its Events Scholarship program. The organization opened applications for college and graduate students from minority communities to attend SPC Advance 2025 in Boston. This scholarship covers expenses including travel, accommodation, registration, and meals, aiming to make career advancement in sustainability more accessible to all. A past recipient, Benie M., shared her positive experience at SPC Impact 2025, highlighting how such opportunities can serve as stepping stones for entering the industry.

SPC Events Scholarship promotes diversity

Leadership in Sustainable Packaging

In a thought-provoking article published in Packaging Europe, SPC Director Olga Kachook drew parallels between the hero's journey in storytelling and the path of sustainable packaging professionals. This framework encourages packaging professionals to view their work as a transformative journey, providing a perspective on current positions, future goals, and the potential for meaningful change in the industry. The article aims to inspire professionals to step beyond conventional approaches and lead their organizations towards sustainable transformation.

Hero's journey in sustainable packaging

Upcoming Events and Industry Engagement

SPC announced the full program for an upcoming event, likely SPC Advance 2025. The program promises to cover crucial topics such as design innovation, extended producer responsibility (EPR), life cycle assessment (LCA), and the role of post-consumer recycled content (PCR). The event is positioned as an opportunity for industry professionals to gain insights into new approaches to responsibility, solutions, and resilience in sustainable packaging. SPC emphasized the importance of collaboration, shared vision, and courageous action in shaping the future of sustainable packaging.

SPC Advance 2025 program announcement

In conclusion, the Sustainable Packaging Coalition's LinkedIn activity during this period reflects its multifaceted approach to advancing sustainable packaging. From highlighting innovative recycling solutions and promoting diversity in the field to providing thought leadership and organizing industry events, SPC continues to play a crucial role in driving the sustainable packaging agenda forward.

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