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Hosted by Michael Markarian · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 162 episodes
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It's a podcast dedicated to sustainable packaging! Join host Michael Markarian, CEO of Contempo Specialty Packaging, on his mission to end greenwashing in packaging. It's not going to be easy, but it's going to be worth it. We will discuss how to actually create packaging that is good for the planet and will debate the many angles of eco-friendly and green packaging! We hope that we bring a great deal of education to the world through this podcast, so that more major brands and startups choose environmentally sustainable packaging.
Michael Markarian hosts Sustainable Packaging Show Podcast, a business show with 162 episodes published.
Compost Blocked, rPET Plants Close, PP Cups Succeed (Feb 3, 2026) Your bi-weekly sustainable packaging briefing. This episode: NOSB decision on compostable bioplastics, Canadian study on food waste vs. packaging reductio
Your bi-weekly briefing on sustainable packaging headlines. This episode: Congress introduces the PACK Act to create federal labeling framework, California's compostable packaging policy contradiction, EU's PPWR initial
After 3 years of work, my new book Sustainable Packaging Revolution hit #1 New Release on Amazon in Environmental Economics and Green Business! In this episode, I'm sharing why I wrote it, what's inside, and where the po
Joined by Jeremy Bowers of Givr Packaging to learn about their sustainable packaging solutions! Subscribe to stay up to date on the latest sustainable packaging solutions hitting the market, as well as news and updates i
As many of you know, my family business services the cannabis industry. This new product got written about in Forbes! https://www.forbes.com/sites/benjaminadams/2025/03/31/can-this-child-resistant-cigarette-box-make-cann
The promise of creating a healthier planet through sustainable packaging is amazing, but what about human health? Aren't both important? This is a "conversation starting" episode. Is there a chance that we could be makin
Are you short on time, but still want to know what is going on in the world of sustainable packaging? This episode is for you! Lots of news and trends as the eco friendly packaging world is charging ahead full speed. Wan
With the Oregon program about to begin with a March 31 deadline to report, many people need a beginners overview to what EPR packaging is all about. Extender Producer Responsibility shifts the cost of waste management to
Oregon EPR packaging laws are furthest along with a reporting requirement starting March 31 . According to 3/3/25 CAA webinar, producers will be invoiced starting in July . Page 200 is where the fees begin, note these fe
Hope you had an amazing December and year everybody! Take a moment to reflect on your 2024 and what progress (or lack of progress) was made. What will you do differently in 2025? Commit to get just a little bit better an
Curious to hear which type of sustainable water packaging you prefer! Visit Contempo Packaging, Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on Li
Let's explore whether or not the "Bag In Box" model is actually sustainable. What are the PROs and CONs? Is this something you should consider? https://spnews.com/bag-in-box-alternative/ Visit Contempo Packaging, Mike's
As Millennial and Gen Z make up a larger and larger percentage of consumer spending, it's time to consider the reality that they make decisions based on brands who share their values. https://www.packagingdigest.com/sust
Hope you had an amazing November everybody! Belief is so powerful. We need to believe it's possible or we will literally have no chance of protecting our planet. These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopeful
In today's show, we review the 5 R's of sustainable packaging! Visit Contempo Packaging, Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn.
Residents of Brooklyn will be ticketed (yes, like a fine) starting April 2025 if they do not properly use compost bins. Is this a visionary model that will protect the planet or has this regulation gone too far? https://
How is Germany able to achieve a 66.1% recycling rate? https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-germany-worlds-most-effective-municipal-recycling/ Visit Contempo Packaging, Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more susta
Hope you had an amazing October everybody! Consider what you can control first, then work on the rest of the world. It makes sure you actually take action instead of getting too caught up in a dream that never materializ
Extended Producer Responsibility is growing in popularity. Is it a good thing? https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/104196-epr-requirements-for-packaging-design-materials-loom-in-four-states Visit Contempo Packag
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Sustainable Packaging Show Podcast is hosted by Michael Markarian. The show is categorised under business (arts) and has published 162 episodes.
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