Circular Economy
4 priorities for sustainable packaging in 2025
As sustainability teams plan new initiatives for 2025, here are 4 priority to-dos that will help achieve a more circular packaging economy by 2030. Read More
California’s ban on toxic IV bags marks a shift for health care plastics
The new law, which will go into effect in 2030, will end the use of intravenous medical supplies that contain between 30 percent to 80 percent toxic chemicals. Read More
From testing to tasting: How 3 companies are developing nature-first foods
Can we nurture nature with every mouthful we eat? The Big Food Redesign Challenge’s 60-plus participants are creating products to do exactly that. Read More
Fashion’s addiction to polyester helps Big Oil, hurts the rest of us: New report
Petroleum-based fibers are spiraling out of control as Zara, Calvin Klein and other brands pay little regard to the harm they cause, the Changing Markets Foundation finds. Read More
What companies can learn from Keurig’s SEC case over K-Cup recycling claims
The government slapped Keurig Dr Pepper on the wrist for claiming its coffee pods are recyclable. Here's what others risk by making claims about plastic. Read More
How Crocs is reducing the carbon footprint of its clogs
The plastic clog maker seeks to pick up the pace of material innovations. Read More
Why standardized packaging is key to reducing plastic waste
From milk bottles to reusable container systems, simplified packaging formats might revolutionize recycling and reuse. Read More
The challenge of ‘forever chemicals’ will require bold action at speed and scale
EPA must adopt a systems-driven approach to tackle the environmental health risks of 'forever chemicals.' Read More
Lego’s sustainability shift draws questions, doubts
Lego says it will abandon fossil fuels for good in 2032, but anti-plastics groups decry a 'sleight of hand.' Read More
The lingerie startup that makes sustainable bras
90 percent of material in Nudea's products comes from natural or recycled fabrics. Read More