
Plant-Based Packaging
The Plant-based packaging industry aims at creating packaging materials made from renewable plant resources such as corn or sugarcane. This area of activity deals with packaging for food, cosmetics, and consumer goods and is essential to curbing plastic waste and carbon footprints. Trends in the industry include the use of innovative bio-based materials and circular economy practices that complement biodegradability and compostability. Directories help locate sustainable sources, companies, and certification schemes that help stakeholders in making green decisions.