Plastic Pollution and Bans

Great Pacific Garbage Patch is Larger than Previous Estimates

A new study by a group of scientists now estimates the “Great Pacific Garbage Patch” to be 79,000 tons of plastic. This is “four to 16 times larger than previously estimated.” The other surprising find was that 46 percent of it is made up of fishing gear.  Netting and other fishing gear entangles whales, turtles and other large […]

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Nature-Pack™ Products, Packaging News

Visit with Nature-Pack™ at these 2018 Shows

We are showcasing Nature-Pack™ products all over the United States at many industry trade shows and expositions. If you want to see our products first hand and meet our friendly staff, visit us at one of these events! 2018 Trade Show Schedule   April 24-25 Temperature Controlled Logistics in Biopharmaceuticals Crown Plaza Princeton Booth 6 Our […]

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Nature-Pack™ Products, Packaging News

Nature-Pack™ Launches New Website for Compostable Packaging

As Nature-Pack™ continues to develop innovative Earth-friendly packaging to replace traditional fossil-based packaging, our marketing department has completed a new, comprehensive and informative website, launched March 9, 2018. The development of the new website took several months to create. The improvements go beyond a modern design and professional marketing videos. Nature-Pack is also launching an […]

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Packaging News, Plastic Pollution and Bans

Hawaii Legislators to Vote to Ban “Styrofoam” Food Packaging

Another sign of the times, Hawaii has taken action to ban EPS Foam containers often used in restaurants and by other vendors in January 2019. In addition, the bill would make vendors explain proper disposal of non-reusable food containers to their customers. Styrofoam container bans are already in effect for other portions of Hawaii, including […]

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Packaging News, Plastic Pollution and Bans

Maryland fights Polystyrene Foam Pollution in Waterways

Baltimore’s Ban on Styrofoam: Baltimore sits on the Chesapeake Bay, which washes out to the Atlantic Ocean. In an effort to curb the water pollution that harms wildlife, the city is set to ban all of the polystyrene foam (“styrofoam“) containers used in the restaurant industry, with full support of city’s mayor, Catherine E. Pugh. February 26, […]

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Packaging News

New on Plastics Today: UK government declares war on plastic

Great Britain’s Conservative Party, led by Prime Minister Theresa May, is taking steps to reduce the overall amount of plastic the country produces. Check out the news from Plastics Today: UK Prime Minister Theresa May has unveiled a plan to eradicate all avoidable plastic waste by 2042. Reuters reports that by placing a new environmental agenda center stage, […]

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