Placon is a pioneer in post-consumer recycled solutions and leads the way in helping companies create responsible packaging. Placonomics articles will serve to educate and create conversations around the progress to a circular economy in packaging.
In this blog post, we discuss the three pillars of sustainability and plastic’s role in creating a circular economy.
In this blog, we discuss the positive impacts recycling has on surrounding communities!
In this blog, we discuss the difference between single-stream and source-separation recycling!
In this blog, we discuss the history and importance of National Recycling Day!
In this blog, we discuss Massachusetts ban on single-use plastic bottles and what it can do for the environment!
In this blog, we discuss Operation Clean Sweep and what they do to help reduce plastic resin loss!
In the blog, we discuss PLASTICS new Recycling is Real campaign!
In this blog, we discuss what carbon offsetting and carbon credits are, and how they may not be what they seem!
In this blog, we discuss the EUs new sustainability reporting directive!
In this blog, we discuss the crucial role plastics play in our everyday lives!
In this blog, we discuss what states and companies are doing to help grow advanced recycling throughout the country!
In this blog, we discuss the Canadian ban on single-use plastics and what the unintended environmental costs of this ban could be!
In this blog, we discuss what is often left out when it comes to compostable packaging, and how it compares to recycling!
In this blog, we discuss how life cycle assessments help determine a material’s sustainability and how plastic compares to other materials!
In this blog, we discuss ways to promote recycling within the community to help boost rates!
In this blog, we discuss what materials recovery facilities do and how they can help recycle and recover materials!
In this blog, we discuss new legislation regarding recycling that has been passed or proposed in 2023!
In this blog, we discuss the increased demand for RPET and what to do to help meet the new demand!
In this blog, we discuss what scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions are and why they are important!
In this blog post, we discuss the rise of pre-packaged salad kits, and what can be done to make them more sustainable!
In this blog, we discuss what the mass balance approach is and how it can be beneficial to back up recycled content claims!
In this blog, we discuss the history of bottle bills and America, and what bottle bills can do to recycling!
In this blog, we discuss Plastic Industry Association’s Zero Net Waste program and what the benefits are of obtaining the certification!
In this blog, we discuss one way we help our customers track their impact with our Environmental Savings Calculator!
In this blog, we discuss what can replace single use plastics in order to fit with a circular economy!
In this blog, we discuss what chemical recycling is and how it may be the new way of recycling in the future!
In this blog, we discuss how important a sustainable supply chain is to consumers and a few ways producers can change their own to be more sustainable!
In this blog, we discuss legislation that California has passed this year in regard to plastic packaging and what it means for producers!
In this blog, we discuss what plastic neutrality means and what companies can do to be more plastic neutral!
In this blog, we discuss the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and how companies can use them as a guide for their sustainability goals!
In this blog, we discuss what these terms mean and how they relate to the world of plastic!
In this blog, we discuss countries around the world are banning PVC, why they are doing so, and what it means for producers!
In this blog, we discuss how we turn old PET bottles and thermoforms into material to make our products!
In this blog, we discuss what a circular economy is and how it can be applied to the world of plastics!
In this blog, we discuss what Extended Producer Responsibility means and how these new laws can affect producers!
In this blog, we discuss what the different types of plastic are, and how to identify which plastic is which!
In this blog, we discuss Coca-Cola’s decision to phase out the green bottles for their iconic drinks!
In this blog, we discuss how Walmart is combating climate change with Project Gigaton, and how producers can get involved!
In this blog, we compare the environmental effects each packaging type has, and discuss plastics reputation when it comes to sustainability!
In this blog, we discuss the issues with the current recycling system, and things we should do to try to fix it!
In this blog, we discuss the history of the BlisterBox, beginning with where it all started and including how we were able to create a more sustainable yet effective packaging solution!
In this blog, we discuss ways to practice sustainability when it comes to making medical packaging!
In this blog, we discuss the damage of food waste and how plastic can help reduce the amount of food wasted, benefitting everyone!
In this blog, we discuss how bioplastics may not be as eco-friendly as we previously thought!
In this blog, we explain the differences between flexible and rigid plastics, how to dispose of them, and which is better for the environment!
In this blog, we talk about theĀ differences between post-consumer and post-industrial recycled plastic!
In this blog, we talk about what new regulations are coming down the pipeline and how you can prepare for them!