We know that part of the attraction of many businesses to plastic is its convenience. These 5 convenient eco-friendly options are perfect for making the switch. Refillable Refillable options are becoming increasingly popular as brands strive to lessen their contribution to plastic waste. Customers can buy their initial product and buy refill packs at a…
Ottawa’s reusable packaging initiative is kicking off 2024 on a green note. Single use plastics are pervasive in grocery stores, especially in our fruits and veggies! The pilot project being led by the Canadian not-for-profit group Circular Innovation Council will aim to reduce single-use plastics in grocery stores and other foodservice businesses. But what does…
Microplastics are small pieces of plastic that are less than 5 millimetres long. These small pieces of plastic are the result of plastics breaking down over time when improperly disposed of. Over time, these plastic pieces have become even more prominent. We’re delving into the world of microplastics, and packaging’s involvement. Read on to learn…
Sony’s eco-friendly packaging initiatives have innovated the way we get our devices. From development of plastic materials, to switching the way they package existing products, they’re on their way to their plastic-free goals. In this week’s blog post, we’re taking a look at Sony’s eco-friendly packaging initiatives. Read on to find out more! Developing Recycled…
Plant based lamination might sound like something out of a sci-fi novel, but with plastic ban regulations incoming, it’s a unique alternative. Since many laminations include a thin plastic film, laminated items often are not recyclable. In this blog post, we’re shining the spotlight on cellogreen, a plant based lamination alternative. Read on to find…
Canada is one of many countries going plastic free. While we’ve covered the Canadian plastic ban in depth in our other posts, other countries have already made large strides towards eliminating single use plastics. In this week’s post, we’re highlighting four other countries going plastic free, and how Canada’s regulations stack up. Read on to…