Benefits of Plastic Innovation

From food preservation to essential protection from disease, the innovation of plastics continue to evolve and improve the lives of people around the world.

The Goal: Create Sustainability through Preservation & Packaging

Some may view the plastic packaging surrounding fresh food as unnecessary. They may feel that "no packaging" is the best option. However, keep in mind that perishables aren't typically immediately consumed after they're purchased. This plastic surrounding your perishables has created a positive impact in several ways.

The Benefits of Plastic Food Packaging

  • Can triple a fruit or vegetable’s longevity
  • Prevents food waste and spoilage, dramatically reducing greenhouse gas emissions
  • Reduces the spreading of food-related diseases
  • Prevents harmful gases from being absorbed by the perishables inside
  • Allows people without access to proper food storage to eat safely

Source: ThisIsPlastics.com - Rethink Plastic Packaging

We All Waste Too Much. Let’s Prevent That.

Millions of pounds of meat is wasted every year due to spoilage. The plastic industry continues to innovate to fix meat spoilage through vacuum-sealed plastic packaging that prevents meat oxidation.  The correct packaging can double meat's shelf life and reduce spoilage.

Preventing Food Perishability Around the Globe

Prolonged shelf life and transport protection can help prevent food perishability. The correct packaging can limit damage and reduce the amount of food that is thrown away.  Optimized packaging is always better than discarded food if we compare the costs and benefits from an environmental and financial point of view.

Source – Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAQ), 2015

News & Insights

Spotlight: Customer Collaboration is Key to Bringing Circular Solutions to Market Faster

Berry Global partnered with Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. to improve the recyclability of food packaging with MXD6, a high-performance barrier solution for extruded articles, such as thermoformed items and extruded plastic tubes and bottles. The MXD6 barrier is recyclable up to 12% and received Critical Guidance recognition from the Association of Plastics Recyclers (APR), validating its compatibility with the Polypropylene (PP) recycling stream. Using MXD6 helps eliminate the performance and compatibility limitations of Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH), including limited recyclability and reprocessing issues that cause degradation and contamination, and offers an alternative during material shortages. 

Berry Hosts Its Annual Earth Day Event and Supports Efforts to End Plastic Waste

In honor of Earth Day, we are hosting our annual community event at Berry Global’s headquarters in Evansville, IN. We have been celebrating Earth Day with this event for more than 30 years, giving students tours of our company’s largest manufacturing facility to offer an up-close look at how we are giving plastics multiple lives. Tours for more than 800 elementary students from across the local community include educational presentations and activities from Berry team members and our community partners, helping students understand the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling in their daily lives.

Berry Global Again Recognized by CDP for Climate Leadership and Supplier Engagement

Global packaging leader Berry Global Group, Inc. has again earned prestigious Climate Change and Supplier Engagement “A-” ratings from global sustainability disclosure non-profit, CDP. The company's prioritization of climate action and supply chain transparency – above both global and North American regional averages – places it among the top 18% and 15%, respectively, of plastic product manufacturers to reach the “Leadership” band. Calculated based on environmental disclosure and performance, CDP ratings underscore Berry’s commitment to working with its suppliers to achieve net-zero emissions across its global operations and value chain by 2050.

2023 Sustainability Report Shows How Berry Global is Delivering on its Impact 2025 Strategy

Achieved   86% reusable, recyclable, or compostable packaging, increased renewable energy use by 65%, met Scope 1 and 2 science-based target two years ahead of schedule EVANSVILLE, Ind. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 9, 2024-- Global packaging leader Berry Global Group, Inc.
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