Global toymaker Lego A/S is ditching the plastic bag as it continues its search for the right replacement for ABS in its bricks. Lego announced Sept. 14 that it is investing another $400 million in ...

The state is reviewing draft rules for producers to make single-use packaging and food packaging recyclable and compostable ...

Plastic waste is incredibly harmful to wildlife and the environment. Several U.S. states have taken action and banned the use of plastic bags as of 2026.

Costco has gradually been switching the packaging for its rotisserie chicken from trays with lids to plastic bags. The bags, referred to as "bachelor's handbags" in Australia, are proving divisive ...

Novolex, a packaging firm based in Hartsville, South Carolina, has announced that it has the How2Recycle Store Drop-off label to products across its business units. According to a news release from ...

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TRENTON, N.J. – Bimbo Bakeries USA has launched a nationwide campaign to recycle the company’s plastic bag packaging. Among Bimbo’s products eligible for the program are: Thomas’, Sara Lee, ...

The bold lettering stamped on the front of prAna’s plastic-free garment bags is confident, but cautious. “This Is A Test…” the bags declare, explaining that prAna is experimenting with methods of ...

Despite rivals making the switch years ago, Iceland had delayed going bagless until now due to uncertainty over the impact on its frozen products ...