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Packaging

How Nylabone Cut Over 40 Tons of Plastic Waste by Eliminating Blister Packaging

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Preview of case study: How Nylabone Cut Over 40 tons of plasti cwaste

Overview: Nylabone set out to eliminate hard-to-recycle blister packaging across its product lines¹, driven by sustainability goals and retailer pressure for more responsible materials. They sought to transition from traditional plastic blisters to FSC-certified mono-material paperboard formats made without plastic, without compromising durability, visibility, or retail performance. This required redesigning structures, reworking supply chains, and … Read more

Innovations in Sustainability: May

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Innovations in Sustainability

This month, we’re spotlighting three examples of how PSC members are turning sustainability goals into measurable business action. These stories highlight how companies across the pet industry are approaching packaging systems, ingredient transparency, and clean energy investment with practical strategies that support long-term resilience. Learn how members are: These member stories demonstrate what’s possible when … Read more

US EPR and the Future of Packaging: What Companies Should Prepare for in Spring 2026

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Colorful stacked pet food bags in a retail setting

Spring 2026 marks a critical moment for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulation in the United States, with May 31st reporting deadlines aligning across multiple states. If you sell pet food, treats, or other packaged products in key U.S. states, these requirements likely apply to you. EPR regulation requires producers to fund and manage the recycling … Read more

Choosing Better for Cats and the Planet: Sustainable Litter in 2025

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As more people seek products that reflect their values, a growing number of eco-friendly alternatives are giving cat parents more sustainable choices than ever before. Ingredients, packaging, and third-party certifications can all offer helpful insights when you’re looking into more sustainable litter options. Here are a few things to keep in mind and some brands … Read more

PSC prepares for first regional rollout of retail collection program for plastic pet food and treat bags

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Introduction The Pet Sustainability Coalition is excited to announce significant progress toward a national rollout of a retail collection program to gather and recycle flexible pet food and treat bags. PSC is preparing to offer the program in its first region later this year to all retailers within the northeast region of the US. Using … Read more

Exciting Expansion: The Sustainable Packaging Supplier Directory is Now Available to All Members!

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Exciting Expansion: The Sustainable Packaging Supplier Directory is Now Available to All Members! We are thrilled to announce that the Pet Sustainability Coalition’s Supplier Directory, initially beta launched in 2023, is now available to all PSC members! This expansion is a part of our commitment to empower every member with the tools they need to … Read more

5 Leading Pet Food Brands Sign Sustainable Packaging Pledge

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Orange cat in grass

More than 300 million pounds of flexible plastic packaging is created in North America by the companion pet industry each year, impacting around 66% of households that own pets across the United States. 99% of multi-laminate packaging used for most pet food and treats currently used in North America does not have a sustainable end-of-life … Read more

Pet Sustainability Coalition to Support Retailers and Manufacturers at Superzoo

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SuperZoo is right around the corner, and to find out more about the most sustainable brands in the pet industry, the Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) will support. During the show, PSC will be showcasing its top accredited brands, sharing new sustainability resources for retailers, and launching an exciting program to help manufacturers reduce their use … Read more

7 Sustainable Packaging Actions for the Pet Industry

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UnPacked22, the second sustainable packaging event for the pet industry wrapped up on February 24th, 2022. The three day event presented extensive content from speakers, including packaging experts, recycling professionals and circular economy experts. There were also two informative workshops, three networking sessions, as well as panels composed of pet companies discussing real sustainable action … Read more

Pet Sustainability Accredited Company Pursues 3 Actions To Reduce Its Plastic Footprint

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Flexible plastic packaging is a favored material for pet food and treat companies, providing longer freshness, durability, and easy product viewing for the consumer. Yet plastic packaging accounts for up to 20% of the environmental impact of a pet food or treat product. The Natural Dog Company, a Pet Sustainability Accredited business, is addressing the … Read more

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