Unboxing Your Packaging

INTRODUCTION How many “sustainable” packaging solutions would survive a real systems check beyond greenwashing? What if the biggest risk in your packaging strategy wasn’t visible on the shelf… but hidden somewhere in the plumbing behind your sustainability story? Enjoy listening to our fourth deep dive of Hidden Resources, a series within Unboxing Your Packaging. Discover how circular packaging so...

INTRODUCTION What if the “waste” from your beer, tequila, or rice bowl could replace plastic packaging? In this third Hidden Resources deep dive, Ben Cassou from ReStalk unpacks how agricultural residues can become molded packaging designed to replace the need for tree and plastic-based products, globally, collaboratively, and at scale!  Enjoy listening to our third deep dive of Hidden Resources ,...

INTRODUCTION Ever wonder how a single journey can spark an idea and completely rethink a conventional business model? Luc Menetrey is a perfect example. He forges new paths through every stage of the value chain of his Greenfib bio-based high-performance polymer. Fun quiz: what do castor seeds and oyster shells have in common? Besides being part of the materials chosen to make objects reusable, re...

INTRODUCTION Let’s wrap the year with a special holiday gift: the very first deep dive of Hidden Resources, the new interview series within Unboxing Your Packaging . And, fittingly, it’s all about reusable gift wrapping! I loved the energy and passion Maude and Gabrielle shared in our interview. Every choice they make reflects their values, and hearing their story really inspires. With the holiday...

CALL TO ACTION Have your say on the future of Unboxing Your Packaging!  I'm inviting you to take part in four quick polls to help shape the next season of the podcast. => Cast your votes here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:share:7322746145993019393/ Thank you for being part of the journey! Your voice matters.      WHERE TO FIND COLIENNE? Look4Loops, creating circular value: https://w...

INTRODUCTION Ready to rethink compostable packaging?  In this episode, Emily McGill from BSI Bio dives into the Compostable Field Testing Program (CFTP), an initiative that open-sources field trial data to drive progress in the industry. Curious about what they've uncovered? In addition to several key takeaways, you'll learn  the key differences between field and lab testing,  how methodologies ar...

INTRODUCTION No, reusables are not just single-use items with a QR code slapped on to encourage reuse! True reusability starts with intentional design right from the beginning. That’s exactly why it’s so valuable to learn from Annie Legroulx, Director of Innovation at Cambium, based in Montréal. With her expertise in designing and distributing eco-friendly takeout solutions, she has firsthand expe...

INTRODUCTION If you’ve ever asked yourself any of the following three questions, then this episode is for you! How can you eliminate toxicity and waste from your facilities and products? How can you uncover value and opportunities in the threats and challenges you face, from material extraction and processing to disposal? What do you still need to learn to truly embrace a shift toward a more circu...

INTRODUCTION What actions can a city like Paris take to eliminate single-use plastic? How do urban economic actors become key players in reduce, reuse, and refill initiatives? And could the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics serve as an extra motivation? Join us as Justine Laurent, Managing Director of Circulab, explains the operational and relational support necessary for such transformative changes....

INTRODUCTION Join us for an insightful interview with Beatriz from Tocco, a Paris- and Singapore-based company at the forefront of biodesign. Tocco is revolutionizing the industry with the world's first AI-enabled B2B marketplace for regenerative and low-carbon materials.  Their mission? To make it 10x easier and faster for brands to identify, benchmark, and procure cleaner materials, combating th...

INTRODUCTION Welcome, listeners, to another illuminating episode of our 'Certifications Spotlight: Truths & Traps' series! Today, we delve into the realm of ISTA certification, where packaging prowess meets transportation safety. Join us, as I unravel the intricacies with our experienced guest, Victor Huart from Metropack. With a Ph. D. in packaging engineering and a decade-long tenure in an ISTA-...

INTRODUCTION Even my children know what compost is! But how do you determine what material goes into home and industrial compost? Can you explain what makes the difference and why it is important not to mix them up? What are the criteria to meet for biodegradation, disintegration, ecotoxicity and chemical characteristics? Love-Ese Chile answers those questions in the 8th audio clip of the 'Certifi...

INTRODUCTION You've likely encountered a Möbius loop logo on the back of packaging. But do you know what it signifies in terms of recycling and material information? This logo is the focus of our 54th episode, closely connected to the two preceding episodes. Together, they form a trio of audio clips under the 'Certifications Spotlight: Truths and Traps' series, for which Anne-Laure has graciously...

INTRODUCTION What could possibly mean this logo featuring a little figure and arrows going against the clock's hands? What does it conjure up for you? Do we really need more pictos around information about sorting? What if I told you that it is actually mandatory, for now?  Anne-Laure is back on the airwaves of this podcast to delve into the enigma of the 'Triman' logo in this 6th audio clip of th...

INTRODUCTION Have you ever been skeptical about a green logo? This one won't help you much; it's a gem in its own right! Luckily, we have Anne-Laure to clear things up, in just a few minutes, what you need to remember about it! Little hints: it has something to do with the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR, formerly PPWD, for Directive...

INTRODUCTION Have you ever wondered how to determine if a bottle is truly reusable? And if it is, what steps need to be taken both upstream and downstream to transform this concept into a practical reality? The significance of a Reuse logo extends beyond just the consumer – it holds relevance for producers, stores, collectors, and washing companies alike. Join us in exploring the reasons behind th...

INTRODUCTION Imagine if competitive brands collectively adopted multi-use and standardized packaging. Imagine products exclusively housed in reusable packaging displayed on every retailer's shelf. Now, envision a seamless system where customers can return these refillable containers, ensuring their circulation for many years to come! Well, this is already happening with pioneers like Jo-Anne Chidl...

INTRODUCTION Do you know where the paper and wood you use come from? What concrete guarantees do you have that a certified entity is not harming endangered species? What are the standards and the governance driving this certification body?  In this episode, Peter Wood lays out big pieces of answers on the table with a focus, this time, on the #PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certific...

INTRODUCTION If I say: “logging, wood, and paper”? Would Ancient Forests and Indigenous People's rights come to your mind?   Do you know if and how far the Forest Stewardship Council is acting in protecting that? I am talking about the FSC certification that you can find on several packaging and more.   Off we go! It is time to go over it with a fine-tooth comb with our enthralling guest, Peter Wo...

INTRODUCTION Have you ever wondered if the environmental claims or logos on your packaging were completely legit and adequate? Did you dive into it?   Welcome to our new series: “Certifications Spotlight: Truths and Traps”!  We'll unravel the mysteries behind the logos, certifications, and declarations you find on packaging.  What do they really mean?  When and where are they applied?  Do they som...

INTRODUCTION The product is the packaging’s reason for being! But what if we start to rethink products?  In this episode, we delve into the journey of MYNI, a company offering cleaning and personal care products concentrated in a water-free tablet. With Frédérique, the general director of this innovative manufacturer, you will discover  how they tackle toxic ingredients, water usage, and CO2 emiss...

INTRODUCTION If you have been in contact with single-use plastic items, and even use some of them along your value chain, this episode is for you! Today’s textbook case is none other than the single-use plastic legislation!  Boring? Not at all if you sharpen your pencils well, now that the schools go back after summer. Let’s come back together with sensitive rules and critical thinking to be able...

INTRODUCTION Have you ever grasped the limits of our take-make-waste system and tooled you up for solutions? What if you could do that by playing? This episode is a summer special edition with Anne-France, the co-founder of the Circular Economy Collage. It is a workshop powered by collective intelligence to understand the issues of our existing global “linear” economy and the opportunities offered...

INTRODUCTION Who hasn’t already used a paper bag/cup instead of a plastic one? Is it a (false) good idea? This is a crucial question to bring in the middle of the packaging Wild West! Luckily, in our series of «Wild W[a]st.e» audio clips, Mr & Mrs Recycling captured the paper and cardboard lobbyists' arguments for you: Are wood fiber-based packaging really made entirely from natural and renewable...

INTRODUCTION Have you already felt confused by a recycling label? What kind of end-of-life information did you get when your packaging is composed of three different components? Was choosing the right bin super crystal clear? Get inspired by the Australasian Recycling Label (ARL), the National Recycling Week campaigns, and other initiatives with Alejandra from PlanetArk! In this episode, she expla...