A rising tide of consumer sentiment against use of plastics is starting to flood the world. Everywhere, you can see images of debris in the oceans choking marine animals. Dire warnings are being floated about these environmental concerns. It is estimated that 80 percent of the estimated 8 million tons of plastics that flow into the oceans each year originates on land, much of it in six Asian nations. 

Dow and Keep America Beautiful have awarded two $40,000 grants to organizations in Cobb County, Georgia, and Lincoln, Nebraska. 

Building on its existing efforts and progress in sustainable packaging, Henkel is stepping up its commitment to further promote a circular economy.

From the opening keynote to a special panel discussion on materials for standup pouches, sustainability and the future of flexible packaging recyclability were two topics discussed to at least some extent in nearly every presentation at the recent Global Pouch West.

The association points out that oxo-degradable plastics do not meet the requirements of complete biodegradability.

The APR Plastics Recycling Showcase, developed by the Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers (APR), will focus on recently commercialized innovations developed by APR members that have a positive impact on the ability of a package or container to be recycled.