The European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) was published on 22 January 2025 in the EU official ...

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The EUDR covers a range of commodities, including wood. How clearly can its impact be felt on paper packaging?

In 2025, several US states have enacted, or are set to enact, new legislation that prohibits or restricts the use of certain ...

A front-of-package food label would be a great educational tool. The Trump administration should keep it.

The foodservice industry is often forced to discard large volumes due to the perishable nature of fresh produce, supply chain ...

A pre-sterilised food product (like milk, wine, juices, soups) is filled and sealed tightly in sterile packaging materials.

The Michigan PFAS Action Response Team (MPART) last week announced that the groundwater near a former Wayne County Landfill ...

When it comes to food presentation, the Japanese are experts. From super kawaii (cute) character bento boxes to luxurious ¥30,000 sushi courses, it’s safe to say people place great importance on looks ...

We not only imagine a better future, but aim to actively change it today. This course is part of the Jewellery, Textiles and Materials Programme. MA Material Futures encourages a wholly ...

Credit: Wikkiq via Shutterstock. The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) in the UK has released a new methodology to assess and rate the recyclability of packaging materials. The ...

The dawn of 2025 marks a turning point for the packaging industry in the UK, with the introduction of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations. / Credit: cybrain via GettyImages As we ...