green packaging

Grow Design is a sustainable product development firm in Torrance, California. In this interview, Barent describes a unique reusable packaging solution his firm designed for the purpose of shipping small items. It is made from PET, and the advantage would be its all inclusive inner and outer protection, with the possibility for continuous reuse for mail delivery.

The new "Milk Pitcher" the first of many new products as the forces of rising energy prices and environmental awareness are creating a perfect storm of opportunity for packaging ecopreneurs.

Some scary truths about consumers’ assumptions could lead to a “green” backlash concludes The Green Gap a survey released this week

Consumers not willing to pay extra for reusable packaging

Growing demand from U.S. retailers and manufacturers for smaller, eco-friendly packages is pushing box makers and chemical companies to create compact packaging that is bio-based and recyclable.

Most initiatives, although still in their infancy, are being spurred by increasing environmental awareness and looming legislation. But companies exploring smaller and 'greener' packaging options are also doing so with a keen eye on profits.