Sustainable Packaging Show Podcast

CEOs petition EU to delay PPWR, CalRecycle SB 54 regulations  take effect, Loblaw hits 90% recyclable packaging compliance,  Tetra Pak launches aluminum-free aseptic carton (June 5, 2026) Your sustainable packaging news briefing. This episode:  the packaging industry publicly split over Europe's packaging  waste deadline, California's packaging recycling regulations  now in effect with a...

Compost Blocked, rPET Plants Close, PP Cups Succeed (Feb 3, 2026) Your bi-weekly sustainable packaging briefing. This episode: NOSB decision on compostable bioplastics, Canadian study on food waste vs. packaging reduction, simplification that cut plastic 80%, domestic rPET crisis, and what infrastructure success actually takes. This episode's stories: - NOSB blocks compostable bioplastics fro...

Your bi-weekly briefing on sustainable packaging headlines. This episode: Congress introduces the PACK Act to create federal labeling framework, California's compostable packaging policy contradiction, EU's PPWR initial enforcement begins in 7 months, US Plastics Pact reality check on industry progress, and Dubai completes phased single-use plastic ban. This episode's stories: PACK...

After 3 years of work, my new book Sustainable Packaging Revolution hit #1 New Release on Amazon in Environmental Economics and Green Business!  In this episode, I'm sharing why I wrote it, what's inside, and where the podcast is headed in 2026. Get The Book: SustainablePackagingBook.com Let's connect on LinkedIn!

Joined by Jeremy Bowers of Givr Packaging to learn about their sustainable packaging solutions! Subscribe to stay up to date on the latest sustainable packaging solutions hitting the market, as well as news and updates in the world of sustainable packaging! Learn more about Givr on Packaged Sustainable :  Looking to find sustainable packaging suppliers? Try PS today: https://www.packagedsustainabl...

As many of you know, my family business services the cannabis industry. This new product got written about in Forbes!  https://www.forbes.com/sites/benjaminadams/2025/03/31/can-this-child-resistant-cigarette-box-make-cannabis-products-safer/

The promise of creating a healthier planet through sustainable packaging is amazing, but what about human health? Aren't both important? This is a "conversation starting" episode. Is there a chance that we could be making decisions that are better for the planet, but worse for human health? If you have done studies or are an expert on the topic, let's do an episode together sha...

Are you short on time, but still want to know what is going on in the world of sustainable packaging? This episode is for you!  Lots of news and trends as the eco friendly packaging world is charging ahead full speed. Want to do a podcast episode with Mike? Connect on LinkedIn ! 

With the Oregon program about to begin with a March 31 deadline to report, many people need a beginners overview to what EPR packaging is all about. Extender Producer Responsibility shifts the cost of waste management to the producer. CAA has a bunch of great resources on their website to learn more: https://circularactionalliance.org/events https://circularactionalliance.org/webinar-archives#vide...

Oregon EPR packaging laws are furthest along with a reporting requirement starting March 31 . According to 3/3/25 CAA webinar, producers will be invoiced starting in July . Page 200 is where the fees begin, note these fees are subject to change between now and July: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/64260ed078c36925b1cf3385/t/675367976db4842d3ae3ce43/1733519262653/Final_OR_PP3.pdf CAA Website...

Hope you had an amazing December and year everybody! Take a moment to reflect on your 2024 and what progress (or lack of progress) was made. What will you do differently in 2025? Commit to get just a little bit better and get momentum building. Be blessed! These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging. Visit Contemp...

Curious to hear which type of sustainable water packaging you prefer!  Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn. Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably ! We are helping consumers shop mor...

Let's explore whether or not the "Bag In Box" model is actually sustainable. What are the PROs and CONs? Is this something you should consider? https://spnews.com/bag-in-box-alternative/ Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Michael on Linke...

As Millennial and Gen Z make up a larger and larger percentage of consumer spending, it's time to consider the reality that they make decisions based on brands who share their values. https://www.packagingdigest.com/sustainability/how-sustainable-packaging-helps-market-idealism-to-millennials-and-gen-z Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable...

Hope you had an amazing November everybody! Belief is so powerful. We need to believe it's possible or we will literally have no chance of protecting our planet. These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging. Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging!...

In today's show, we review the 5 R's of sustainable packaging!  Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn. Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably ! We are helping consumers shop...

Residents of Brooklyn will be ticketed (yes, like a fine) starting April 2025 if they do not properly use compost bins. Is this a visionary model that will protect the planet or has this regulation gone too far? https://www.bkreader.com/policy-government/how-to-compost-brooklyn-7625420 Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Micha...

How is Germany able to achieve a 66.1% recycling rate? https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-germany-worlds-most-effective-municipal-recycling/ Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn. Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging?...

Hope you had an amazing October everybody! Consider what you can control first, then work on the rest of the world. It makes sure you actually take action instead of getting too caught up in a dream that never materializes.  These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging. Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family...

Extended Producer Responsibility is growing in popularity. Is it a good thing? https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/104196-epr-requirements-for-packaging-design-materials-loom-in-four-states Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn...

Do you all think that plastic packaging taxes are a good idea? https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamiehailstone/2024/03/08/how-can-shoppers-be-persuaded-to-use-sustainable-packaging-options/?sh=39ef79bf5b5b Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Michael on Linke...

Orlandi has a new innovation called EcoPro™ Paper-Wrap is worth taking a look at. https://www.packworld.com/sustainable-packaging/recycling/product/22894611/orlandi-recyclable-paper-packaging-wrap Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn....

Hope you had an amazing September everybody! Work on having your actions and words line up. Don't be too hard on yourself, but do a little bit better starting today. These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging. Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packagi...

Our friend TIPA Packaging is back at it again!  https://spnews.com/api/amp/rice-waste/ Did you see Mike's interview with TIPA's CEO? You can watch it on YouTube ! Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn. Are you a brand that alr...