Find synergies between packagers, suppliers for sustainable solutions

Hard work in identifying and leveraging links in the packaging value chain is the key to further advances in sustainable packaging. That theme ran through the 2011 Sustainable Packaging Forum, produced by Packaging Strategies. Key points:

• The number of sustainable offerings from the supply side are increasing as are certifications and steps such as life cycle analysis.
• P&G takes the lead on a supplier scorecard, providing a model to extend sustainability links back through the supply chain.
• Expect extended producer responsibility initiatives to come to the U.S. slowly.