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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...

  Replenish, Don't Replace   As eco-conscious consumers become more aware of the impact their purchases have on the environment, brands in the personal care and household product industries are turning to refillable spouted pouches as a sustainable packaging solution. Refill spouted pouches are becoming an essential part of moving towards a circular economy, and they offer numerous benefits to both brands and consumers. In this blog post, we'll explore why refill spouted pouches are...

What is a Life Cycle Assessment?    We’ve all heard of the term “Going Green” and how it helps to reduce our environmental footprint. But what does it mean to go green, and how can we make sure our products are eco-friendly? This is where a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) comes in. Let’s dive in.   Understanding Life Cycle Assessments  A Life Cycle Assessment is like a report card on the environmental impact of products, grading them across their entire life cycle - from production and...