Why are some plastics so hard to recycle? It turns out that volume matters. The lower the volume and value, the higher the recycling fees. Expanded polystyrene, like foam cups and containers, are a prime example. It takes a lot to make a pound! #recycling #plasticwaste #environment #sustainability #ecofriendly
Today on Packaging Today, Evelio Mattos and Adam Peek are joined by Matthew Wright, the founder of Specright, to uncover a critical but overlooked tool in EPR compliance: specifications management. As states roll out Extended Producer Responsibility laws, brands need accurate reporting and traceability more than ever. Overly complex packaging,…
Is EPR just a 'money grab'? It takes funds from brands, impacting consumers and recycling infrastructure. Some might see it as a tax, but the process is transparent. The question is whether the funds will actually improve recycling. #EPR #Recycling #Sustainability #EcoTax #GreenBusiness
Will refill stations become the future of sustainable packaging? One expert believes pre-competition collaboration is key: "What if we had the same bottle...we could refill it?" Imagine a world with shared detergent and lotion refills! #SustainablePackaging #RefillRevolution #PreCompetition #EcoFriendly #Sustainability #ReuseReduceRecycle
New colors still not in adobe? watch full episides on Packaging Unboxd. #packaging #design #pantone #adobe #graphicdesign
EPR is changing the game! Producers are now accountable for their packaging's recyclability & value. With laws spreading across the US, Canada, EU, and beyond, ignoring EPR is no longer an option. Is business ready for this global shift? #EPR #Recycling #Sustainability #Packaging #EcoFriendly
Using technology to test packaging designs before going into market with designalytics. Full episodes available on Packaging Unboxd #packagingdesign #ai #packaging #design
3 packs enter, 1 pack leaves. This isn’t your usual polite packaging panel — this is an all-out brawl. Each host enters the ring with their contender for best packaging of the week. From genius sustainability plays to outrageous luxury flexes, only one design will be crowned victorious. 👊 Evelio.…
Evelio dives into EPR, admitting “I know nothing.” This policy tool aims to hold producers accountable for their packaging. Discover how states are reshaping recycling responsibilities and shifting the status quo. #EPRPolicy #RecyclingRevolution #ProducerResponsibility #Sustainability #EcoPackaging
Can brands dodge packaging fees by selling refillable vessels as standalone products? Are reusable containers the loophole in environmental regulations? The future of retail might depend on it. "Removing EPR fees" could revolutionize product sales. #refillrevolution #packagingfree #EPRfees #sustainablebusiness #reuserevolution
Stop laminating paper, it's not the 80's anymore. Laminated paper gets downcycled because it cannot be recycled. Get full episodes on Packaging Unboxd #packaging #sustainability #recycling #design #rodecaster
Did you register your company with CAA for EPR? EPR is not a one-and-done conversation so we’re back with round two. This week on Packaging Today, Evelio Mattos, Adam Peek, and Cory Connors continue the deep dive into Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) with guest Paul Kearns, who helps us dig…
Do you know your packaging specs? What is Specright and why you need it! #packaging #design #specificationmanagement #specright
Today we’re joined by Liz Morris from Anthesis Group, one of the world’s leading sustainability consultancies, to break down Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) what it is, where it’s going, and what your brand needs to do to stay ahead. With deadlines approaching fast in the US, UK, and EU, and…
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) shifts recycling costs from consumers to producers through fees. 'It's essentially a tax and fee on companies' to boost state recycling. Catch the show live everyday at 7:30am here on youtube #EPR #Recycling #Sustainability #ProducerResponsibility
Antimicrobial inks and packaging might save your life. DesignSake launches Matter. Full episodes on Packaging Unboxd #packaging #innovations #design #agency
Aluminum is being called the champion of recyclable packaging but is it the right choice for your brand? In this episode of Packaging Today, Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek debate whether aluminum is the future of sustainable packaging or just another overhyped material swap. From infinite recyclability and…
A cook nearly poisoned her family by using skincare oil in a meal! It was "very dangerous." The daughter saved the day, but the cook was devastated. What hidden dangers lurk in the kitchen? #cookingoops #kitchenfails #poisonprevention #healthandsafety
Is aluminum packaging truly the future? Can brands ditch glass, plastic, and paper for 'infinitely recyclable' aluminum? The debate sparks intensity as opinions clash! Catch the Packaging Today Show every morning at 7:30am PST LIVE #AluminumPackaging #RecyclingDebate #SustainableFuture #EcoFriendly #PackagingRevolution
What's the most important meeting you can have? Watch full episodes on Packaging Unboxd #packaging #design #graphicdesign #sales
Today on Packaging Today, Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek break down Colorado’s looming Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) reporting deadline—and why brands selling packaging, paper products, or foodware into the state need to act now. We’ll unpack: What the Circular Action Alliance (CAA) actually does. Why this July 31st…
Colorado's EPR bill bans passing costs to consumers, but how will it be regulated? It would take “tremendous…energy and resources” to analyze the data and ensure compliance. Is it all just a shell game? #EPR #ColoradoLaw #Recycling #Sustainability #Regulation
Startup or established brand? Packaging compliance is no joke! One company is facing a potential 7-figure bill due to EPR laws. Are they ready to act? "Oh wait, we need to act right now!" #shorts
Mastering packaging is mastering the brand. We explore how elite designers create brand-defining moments. From high-end packaging for fashion, tech, and luxury brands, we give you career insights to help win clients and grow your skills. #PackagingDesign #BrandStrategy #GraphicDesign #LuxuryPackaging #FashionPackaging #DesignSecrets #CreativeProcess #MarketingTips #BrandBuilding #DesignInspiration
