The term “clean label” is confusing, not only to consumers but to retailers too. There are many variations as to what this means, it’s easy to get lost in translation. It’s no wonder why there is a growing trust gap for consumer-brands. AT Kearney published a global report, cited in ‘What’s New at Global’ magazine, …
Incorporating sustainability into your business is important, and perhaps the most crucial strategic step, your company will make. With big brands and retailers making headlines by setting ambitious sustainability goals, and regulations becoming stricter as government initiatives lead to pressure on companies to go green, consumers worldwide think making more sustainable choices is important to …
Biodegradable, compostable, and recyclable, with multiple options for sustainable packaging, how can you be certain which is better for your product, your consumers, and the environment? Companies in the frozen food, pet food, and towel and tissue industries who haven’t yet “gone green” are lagging behind their more forward-thinking competitors in the area of sustainable …
Conventional wisdom has usually said that paper is the more environmentally friendly packaging material. However, there is more to the debate than you might think. There’s a common argument that paper packaging is better than plastic. While the general belief is that paper products are more environmentally friendly because they are made from a renewable …
Large consumer brands know the advantages of switching to sustainable packaging options. Is your organization part of the growing sustainable elite? As environmentally sustainable business practices become more of a selling point for consumers, an increasing number of big name brands are taking notice and adopting lofty sustainability goals. Walmart is Taking The Lead on …
It has been over ten years since the widespread pet food recall that rocked the industry and made manufacturers examine their processes and commitment to improved pet nutrition. This was the launching point for many premium pet food brands, as confused and upset owners looked for alternatives to the brands they had previously entrusted with …
Procurement and supply chain management teams at pet food companies are under more pressure than ever to manage costs and stay competitive in an increasingly overcrowded market. Choosing an overseas pet food packaging supplier can be a tempting option on paper if they’re offering lower costs per unit than a domestic printer. However, cost per …
Drinking straws have been making headlines as sustainability groups hold them up as an example of the evils of single-use plastic. Americans alone use (and throw away) more than 500 million plastic straws per day. While straws are just a symptom of a larger unsustainable plastic problem, their ubiquity provides a great opportunity to start …
Stand up pouches have quickly risen in popularity as a packaging option for everything from soups to snacks, and their sustainability credentials are well-known. Stand up pouches require fewer resources to produce, and due to their lightweight nature are less costly to transport, creating fewer emissions compared to rigid packaging options. Stand up pouches also …
It feels like summer has just begun at our headquarters in Amherst, Nova Scotia, but the year’s end has been on everyone’s mind at Emmerson Packaging. Our fiscal year ends on June 30th each year, and we take this opportunity to review our success in achieving our sustainability goals for the year. We don’t just …
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