Ecological or sustainable packaging is a packaging method that implies a consideration of the impact that the packaging generates on our ecosystem. This is achieved through a careful selection of the materials used, promoting the use of environmentally friendly materials and resources.
Ecological packaging can be of vegetable origin, biodegradable, recyclable and/or reusable. Materials and manufacturing techniques are used that reduce energy consumption and reduce the negative impact of packaging on the environment.
Recently, this market has shown an accelerated growth due to a greater awareness of the population for natural resources and the planet. New generations of consumers are coming to the market with a set of beliefs and views that reinforce this demand. In addition, and as a consequence, new government regulations and controls are emerging that seek to regulate the industry to bring it closer to the ideal of sustainability.
This framework encourages manufacturers to focus on environmentally friendly packaging methods, encouraging the growth of so-called “green packaging”.
The development of the food and beverage industry, coupled with the current pace of life, has resulted in a significant increase in the consumption of packaged food and beverages. The ease of transportation, long shelf life and convenience of consumption of these foods are driving an increasing demand in the market.
The growing interest of food and beverage manufacturers in sustainable packaging solutions is boosting the outlook for the green packaging market.
The Food, Beverage, Cosmetics, and even Technology industries are making changes to align with the requirements of the increasingly eco-conscious and nature-conscious consumer.
New innovative packaging technologies have emerged to meet this demand. From PPN (PET Packaging Network) we are continuously incorporating those eco-friendly solutions and technology proven in the market and with reliable performance.
Thus, disposable paper-based packaging (cups, straws, even bottle prototypes are being developed), cellulose pulp thermoforming (for ready-to-go food, packaging for technological products), recycled and recyclable plastic products (blown and thermoformed rPET containers, multilayer extrusion with recycled PE/PP, thin-wall containers), etc.