Naturally Austin and Naturally Colorado: Sustainable Packaging Solutions Webinar 4-28-20

Webinar on sustainable packaging in the natural products industry, presented by Naturally Austin and Naturally Colorado on 4/28/20, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day.

Featured Panelists:

– Kate Bailey, Eco-Cycle
– Alyssa Harding, Sustainable Food Trade Association
– Carolyn Klindt, Danone
– Peter Mohr, ePac
– Helene Thibieroz, We Grow Green Tech

Moderated by Aimy Steadman of Future Proof

Naturally Austin and Naturally Colorado: Sustainable Packaging Solutions Webinar 4-28-20 from Naturally Colorado on Vimeo.

Notes from the Sustainable Packaging Solutions Webinar:

• Cost is the main concern for sustainable packaging 
• How to stay up to date – The Climate Collaborative Initiative, pre-competitive collaboration 
• Expectations in industry: consumers putting more pressure on brands 
• “Voting with your dollar” 
• Ultimate solution – working together in harmony 
• “Progress is perfection” – Carolyn Klindt
  • Taking little steps
• Packing is the medium which preserves the food inside so packaging is especially important for CPG brands (Peter) 
• Composting infrastructure is very immature vs. plastic recycling 
• Key Takeaways – 
  • Create a sustainable design plan that’s holistic (Alyssa) 
  • Don’t be intimidated; just start and lean in and learn as you go (Carolyn) 
  • There are people/companies out there who want to help you reach your goals (Peter)