Packaging waste now accounts for over a third of the volume of waste we discard, where it can last for hundreds of years in a landfill. Further, with petroleum-based packaging it produces off gassing in landfills which can be toxic and hazardous to human health. Manufacturers by switching to more sustainable packaging can help reduce landfill waste and cost to taxpayers.
In this training, participants will learn the key considerations when designing and purchasing packaging to be more sustainable. Participants will gain insights into the type of sustainable materials available and factors to consider such as recyclability, certifications, labeling and reduction of excess materials. Key trends and best practices in the sustainable packing industry will be reviewed along with Walmart's packaging guidelines.
Learn the definition of sustainable packaging
Learn the benefits of sustainable packaging design
Understand the current issues and impacts with packaging waste
Learn the three key considerations when choosing sustainable packaging materials
Understand the type of materials used in bio-degradeable and recycled content packaging
Understand the elements required to have recyclable packaging
Learn the proper use of labeling packaging with the recycle logo, plastic resin identifiers and other packaging labels
Understand material flows in recycling and recovery strategies
Learn the five key questions to help eliminate and reduce excess packaging
Discover easy strategies to re-use transportation packaging
Understand consumer behavior and communications surrounding packaging
Learn about other companies' packaging guidelines as examples
Learn about best practices, trends and company examples in sustainable packaging
Seminar Length: 4-8 hours
Max Class Size: 30 participants
Materials: 60 page workbook provided
Seminar Location: On-site at company