About Education
Now more than ever, it’s important for SPC members to have up-to-date data to inform their packaging design and marketing strategies with accessible, inclusive educational resources.
The sustainable packaging landscape is rapidly evolving. New innovations, new recovery technologies, and EPR and labeling laws are shifting the needs of our members and consumers. Now more than ever, it’s important for our members to have up-to-date data to inform their packaging design and marketing strategies with accessible, inclusive educational resources. Our consumer research, university partnerships, and educational resources support members in building widespread engagement with sustainable packaging
Collaboratives
Explore more about Recovery through our Collaboratives and learn how SPC Members can get involved
Inclusion & Representation Collaborative
We’ll work toward solutions that advance equity in packaging through initiatives like scholarships, storytelling series, consumer research, and more.
Consumer Education Collaborative
Together, we’ll determine the path for better engaging and educating consumers on topics relevant to recycling and sustainable packaging.
education Resources
Empowering Sustainable Packaging Practices in Hispanic Communities
Research into sustainable packaging practices in Hispanic communities.
SPC Research Into Refillable Packaging for Skincare
This research report explores consumer expectations and preferences for refillable skincare packaging.
Can Packaging Help Divert Food Waste?
Case studies of two quick-service restaurant (QSR) chains in Vermont & New York.
News & Updates
Stay up to date with the latest SPC news regarding Education
Packaging Policy Roundup
From Maine to California—and all the states in between—there’s a lot to keep track of in the world of packaging policy.
SPC Launches Consumer Education Collaborative
New Paper Packaging Recyclability Test from Cepi Can Help
Change Hurts: Earn Consumers’ Trust Through Sustainable Packaging Transitions
In sustainability, we tend to think about “the consumer” like they’re a mythical figure, all-powerful, unpredictable, and in constant need of decoding. But consumers are just people, and people experience grief.
SDO Study for Flexible Films
New SPC study shows majority of Americans aware they can return films through Store Drop-off collection




