About Innovation
Some problems can only be solved using entirely new strategies. With our members, we explore alternative ways to approach the package/product system. This includes deploying reusable packaging and how businesses can create new models to deliver products and engage customers. We also encourage companies to explore opportunities for bio-based and compostable materials to be successfully incorporated into packaging.
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Collaboratives
Explore more about Innovation through our Collaboratives and learn how SPC Members can get involved
REUSABLE PACKAGING COLLABORATIVE
Discussing reusable packaging fundamentals and challenges, while identifying opportunities where reusable packaging fits in the sustainable packaging space.
Compostable Packaging Collaborative
Sharing knowledge and best practices on labeling and composting infrastructure for compostable packaging, including both fiber products and compostable bioplastics.
Featured Resources
Curated Guides, Case Studies, 101s, and Position Statements publicly available to support your sustainability journey
Can Packaging Help Divert Restaurant Food Waste?
Case studies of two quick-service restaurant (QSR) chains in Vermont & New York
Position Statement:
“Biodegradable” Packaging
Position Statement:
Degradability Additives in Petroleum-Based Plastics
Guidance for Reusable Packaging
Understanding goals and assumptions in order to design a more successful reusable packaging program
UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE OF COMPOSTABLE PACKAGING
Helping brands prevent problems down the road by evaluating which applications are the best fit for compostable packaging
ENSURING THE SUCCESS OF COMPOSTABLE PACKAGING
Addressing the barriers facing compostable packaging and the solutions needed and outlining the organizations working to address and ultimately overcome these barriers
Composting Maps: U.S. Facilities
Mapping composting Infrastructure and supporting legislation
Composting Maps: Urban Access
Interactive maps and charts of municipally-run and privately-run composting programs developed to better understand residential access to composting programs in urban areas of the US
News & Updates
Stay up to date with the latest SPC news regarding Innovation
Tackling Packaging Waste
Essential Collaboration and Coordinated Innovation
Can Paper Packaging Innovations Be Recycled?
New Paper Packaging Recyclability Test from Cepi Can Help
Overcoming Challenges of Qualifying Innovations in Recycling Stream
Get in Touch with an Expert
Olga Kachook
We’re keeping a close eye on the latest in reusable and refillable packaging and innovative biomaterials – contact Olga to get involved!