These guidelines are tailored to integrate with existing regional recycling programs and pave the way for more efficient recycling systems by 2025.
The CGF emphasizes the importance of aligning PET thermoformed packaging designs with existing regional recycling guidelines. This approach ensures compatibility with current recycling infrastructures, facilitating easier processing and higher recycling rates.
For packaging not yet accommodated by existing recycling programs, CGF proposes specific requirements to make them recycling-ready by 2025. These include:
Furthermore, by implementing these design rules, the CGF is steering the industry towards a more circular economy. Reducing the environmental impact of PET packaging while maintaining its functional and aesthetic qualities is key. The guidelines not only enhance the recyclability of PET thermoformed packaging but also encourage innovation in packaging design.
For the success of this initiative, active participation and commitment from all stakeholders, including manufacturers, brand owners, and recycling facilities, are essential. These parties must collaborate to innovate and implement changes in design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
Mars Wrigley innovatively redesigned the cap of their Dove Chocolate Bowl to be transparent, label-free, and print-free. This redesign achieved a notable 13.8% reduction in PET plastic usage compared to the original design. Such a weight reduction significantly enhances the recycling value of PET thermoformed packaging, aligning with sustainable packaging initiatives.
Finally, the CGF’s rule on PET thermoformed packaging marks a significant step towards a sustainable future. This initiative not only addresses environmental concerns but also offers practical solutions to enhance the recycling process, aligning with global efforts towards a circular economy.
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