A study in Resources, Conservation & Recycling Advances introduces Packaging Waste-Sorting Friendliness and finds that design features such as clear instructions and easy-to-remove labels increase consumers’ intention to sort correctly.
Six major consumer goods companies have formed the PaperFlex Consortium, convened by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, to accelerate the development of recyclable and biodegradable paper-based flexible packaging as an alternative to plastic films, sachets and pouches.
A peer-reviewed study found that biodegradable PLA-lined cups release approximately 12 times more micro- and nanoplastic particles than conventional PE-lined cups when exposed to hot water, raising questions about material substitution decisions in food contact packaging.
A survey of 200 British manufacturers and suppliers found that 93 % have been affected or expect to be affected by the PPWR, with over half already making or having completed packaging changes to comply with EU requirements.
A JRC study analysing 19 EU Member States found that plastic was the only packaging category to grow between 2011 and 2025, increasing 11 % to 5.9 million tonnes, while all other materials declined or remained stable.
A nova-Institute study for the European Commission examines the role of bio-based feedstocks in plastic packaging under the PPWR, arguing that bio-based and recycled carbon are complementary routes to reducing fossil carbon.
PR3: The Global Alliance to Advance Reuse has launched a new global symbol to identify reusable packaging and reuse systems, selected through consumer research across 17 countries, reflecting PR3’s ambition to establish the mark as a genuinely global standard.
Biodegradability and food safety are distinct, but compliance is feasible through precise engineering. A 2026 study on PBS/PLA blends reveals how optimizing material formulation and processing can ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
The 2026 Pro Carton survey reveals that 64% of consumers prioritize ease of recycling. With 54% of young shoppers switching brands over packaging choices, sustainability has become a tool for customer retention.
Chemical leaching in PET bottles raises questions for packaging design, recycled content use and regulatory compliance across the supply chain.
Survey data reveals UK compostable packaging policy challenges affecting regulation, EPR rules, and adoption of bio-based materials.
A new reuse vs single-use packaging study identifies the factors that drive system impact, offering clarity for PPWR planning and circular packaging strategies.