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The Plastic Pollution Problem Our oceans have become littered with plastic pollution. Thousands of birds, sea mammals, and fish ingest microplastics or become tangled in our plastic waste. Watching videos and seeing photos of the harm caused by plastic pollution are very upsetting and may make the situation seem hopeless, but as businesses we have the opportunity to set an example of environmental responsibility to our customers and to othe …

Flexible packaging creates much less waste than rigid packaging. It has lower transit resource needs, and uses fewer natural resources in production. This makes compostable flexible packaging an excellent sustainable choice for eco-conscious businesses!Elevate Packaging produces better quality flexible packaging - with lower water and energy consumption, as well as fewer greenhouse gas emissions and volatile organic compounds.Since our beginning …

For companies committed to sustainability, eco-friendly packaging is a crucial component to their business. It has been estimated that packaging represents one-third of all municipal waste in the United States, so the impact of compostable packaging can be significant! Holistic compostable packaging solutions matter There is no such thing as 50% or 80% compostable; either your packaging is compostable or it is not. If packaging is certified com …

How your business can support eco-friendly initiatives A sustainable community is one that is built or modified with with sustainable living in mind. This can range from incorporating eco-friendly infrastructure and affordable housing, through to creating an environment that makes recycling easier for community members. Many cities and communities work with groups such as The Partnership for Sustainable Communities, or The Institute …