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Glenroy Earns Silver Medal from EcoVadis for Sustainability Performance
Glenroy, Inc. announced today that it has achieved a Silver Medal from EcoVadis, a global leader in business sustainability assessments. Achieving EcoVadis Silver status places Glenroy among the top 15% of all companies scored. The EcoVadis assessment evaluates 21 sustainability criteria across four core themes: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement. More than 130,000 companies globally have been rated by EcoVadis. “We are thrilled to progress from last...
“Get in Loser, We’re Going Shopping”…for Flexible Packaging
“Get in Loser, We’re Going Shopping” …for Flexible Packaging To quote the iconic movie, Mean Girls, “get in loser, we’re going shopping.” But this time, we’re not heading to the mall, instead we’re shopping for flexible packaging. In today’s fast-paced world, where convenience and sustainability are more important than ever, flexible packaging is the answer. Let’s go shopping and determine how to find the right packaging solution for your brand. Choosing the Right Flexible...
The Key Elements of a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
The Key Elements of a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Sustainability is not just a buzzword; it's a pressing concern for individuals, businesses, and governments worldwide. As the world becomes more environmentally conscious, we're increasingly looking for ways to minimize our impact on the planet. Earlier this year (January 2023) we discussed a powerful tool in this endeavor: the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). At its core, a LCA is a holistic approach to evaluating the environmental impact...
Carbon Footprint
Carbon Footprint In today's world, the need for sustainable living has become more pressing than ever before. One crucial aspect of our ecological footprint is what is referred to as our “carbon footprint.” In this blog post, we will explore what a carbon footprint is, how companies can reduce their carbon footprint, and sustainable innovation at Glenroy. What is a Carbon Footprint? A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases, primarily carbon dioxide (CO2), emitted...
Can Flexible Packaging Reduce Food Waste?
Can Flexible Packaging Reduce Food Waste? Food waste is a major problem worldwide. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations reported that approximately 14 percent of the world's food, valued at $400 billion, is lost on an annual basis between harvest and the retail market (Source: “Food Loss and Food Waste”, FAO 2019). Meanwhile, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) estimates that 17% of food is wasted at the consumer and retail levels (Source: “UN: 17% of...