Originally published April 2020. In 2018, How2Recycle launched the consumer education campaign Look for The Label on a billboard in Times Square. TemperPack's ClimaCell insulated shipper solution received the How2Recycle widely recyclable label designation, becoming the first insulated shipper to bear the industry standard recycling mark. Conversations with several paper companies and this guide from the AF + PA affirm that the layer does not pose a problem in the recycling process. More information on How2Recycle membership can be foundhere. The Sustainable Packaging Coalitions guidance documents, available to users of the label, provide a Recyclability Reference Table with information on which category designation can be used for common packaging components and materials. The system is a project of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition, a membership-based group that brings together business, educational institutions and government agencies to collectively broaden the. 0
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ClimaCell is designed to be recycled alongside the corrugated box it ships in. About TemperPack Founded in 2015, TemperPack solves thermal packaging problems through sustainable design. We use Google Analytics to track overall site visitor volume and other metrics. How2Recycle aims to promote recycling by reducing confusion through creating a clear, well-understood, and nationally harmonized label that enables companies to convey to consumers how to recycle a package. KISS Products Inc. As the use of materials in society evolves, and companies and consumption patterns evolve, How2Recycle will change along with those things to continually maximize impact. Tells you if any additional steps are required before you recycle an item. Read about how we use cookies and how you can control them by clicking "Privacy Policy". How2Recycle owns the majority of the substantiation data (like in the case of the SPC Centralized Availability of Recycling study, or written records the program has on file from external experts in certain specialty areas, or lab testing results), but sometimes members come to How2Recycle with data. Since ClimaCell is a new material, some waste collection and recycling organizations dont recognize it. TemperPack operates two factories in Virginia and Nevada and is rapidly expanding its reach in the f. TemperPack Company News. Media Contact: John Briney, 703-989-4936, john.briney@temperpack.com, View original content with multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/temperpack-partners-with-how2recycle-label-program-for-its-climacell-product-line-300707250.html, Plus500. Prior to TemperPack, David spent over a decade managing small and large teams in the e-commerce, retail, and hospitality industries. This barrier film has been on the paper for our testing at Western Michigan University. Also, special instructions should be included for certain packaging types. 0000051829 00000 n
While the recycling industry has been going through changes since the China ban of 2018, recycling is still very important. How2Recycle aims to promote recycling by reducing confusion through creating a clear, well-understood and nationally harmonized label that enables companies to convey to consumers how to recycle a package. 0000007148 00000 n
It can serve as a mirror, showing brands how recyclable their packaging really is. For a full explanation of How2Recycle's rule on consumer separation, visit this article. 0000051471 00000 n
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Using ClimaCell and cold packs, fine purveyors of meat can safely ship high quality seafood, steaks, and shanks, directly to consumers. The company was born out of a desire to reduce the amount of unsustainable packaging that correlated with the rising world of e-commerce delivery. David was one of TemperPacks early hires in 2016 and has often been referred to as a Swiss Army Knife due to his proclivity for jumping in wherever is needed to lead and support the team. Additionally, whether the label can be used for unique packaging materials and/or components that are not listed in the Recyclability Reference Table needs to be discussed with SPC. The How2Recycle program is a division of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition, developed to increase awareness and ease around how to dispose of packaging. By downloading this Whitepaper, you acknowledge that we may share your information with our white paper partners/sponsors who may contact you directly with information on their products and services. Lines and paragraphs break automatically. HWn|2=J8Z 0VTaIqO]rl 3s99_43>d[&;g6r'8fz/1Md%^gBk67'fz9LnzmU^Fs=i"b
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Packaging is important but it shouldnt consume non-renewable resources from the planet. If it needs to stay fresh, safe and cool, we've got you covered. How2Recycle is a standardized labeling system that clearly communicates recycling instructions to the public. The company was born out of a desire to reduce the . just put the whole panel (paper encapsulation and interior panel) in your recycling bin. 0000050931 00000 n
McGoff added: This patent is a huge development for us, from a market leadership perspective. ClimaCell liners were not designed to be compostable and should not be placed in home composting or taken to industrial composting sites. Then you can put the interior panel in your recycling bin. The US Patent Office and Trademark Office (USPTO) has granted a patent for TemperPacksClimaCelladvanced thermal and protective packaging material. 0000050839 00000 n
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While labeling packaging for recyclability certainly wont solve all our problems in how we use, value and manage materials in society, telling people how to actually recycle is frankly the least we can do. How2Recycle follows this framework for defining and assessing recyclability for over 200 products' packaging per day: Based on these considerations, each main packaging component can be assigned one of our four recyclability categories: In addition to each main packaging component getting one of the prior recyclability categories assigned, special instructions to the consumer to prepare the material correctly for recycling may or may not be added to the How2Recycle label. 0000005468 00000 n
The How2Recycle program is a division of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition, developed to increase awareness and ease around how to dispose of packaging. We worked closely with the Closed Loop Partners, an investment firm focused on supporting and developing products and practices that support a circular economy to ensure that ClimaCell meets all of the needs of both MRFs and paper manufacturer companies. David credits his faith and family for his inspiration and motivation to succeed. COATED PAPER GLASS MULTI-LAYER 3. When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information through your browser, usually in the form of cookies. 0000024321 00000 n
Our ice packs can also be recycled. We work with paper companies to source Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC) certified virgin kraft paper. 0000002521 00000 n
When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information through your browser, usually in the form of cookies. These current research projects will continue to support How2Recycle decisionmaking: Complex issues in recyclability flagged by How2Recycle for future considerationHow2Recycle may consider these complex issues in the future: For even more recyclability information, visit our companion resource: theHow2Recycle Guide to Future Recyclability. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address. RICHMOND, Va., Sept. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --TemperPack's ClimaCell insulated shipper solution received the How2Recycle widely recyclable certification, becoming the first EPS alternative to bear the industry standard recycling mark. The work to secure the well-known label represents TemperPack's commitment to offering companies shipping perishable goods in the food and life sciences industries fully curbside recyclable insulation solutions for their shipments with clear disposal instructions. TemperPack co-CEO James McGoff said: We wanted to create an affordable material that could be used in multiple markets. However, not allowing these services may impact your experience. 0000033886 00000 n
For performance and security reasons, we use Cloudflare as our CDN network. And these changes can result in cost savings. Prior to TemperPack, David spent over a decade managing small and large teams in the e-commerce, retail, and hospitality industries. We may see big changes to logistics, infrastructure and waste management in the Fourth Industrial Revolution; recycling could play a huge role in the resilience of society as we face greater material scarcity and climate volatility, but we need to invest in better technology and seriously address issues in market demand to face those challenges. The product also uses a thin layer of Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) and a few non-toxic ingredients to help the product resist moisture. North America, USA, US - The Northeast, Eating, Drinking, Food, Health, Active, Smart Packaging, Sustainable Packaging, Recyclable Packaging, Recycling. To learn more about the program, click here. The first question is: can ClimaCell panels be collected and sorted correctly? ClimaCell panels are brown, flat, and rigid. Still, packaging being recyclable isn't necessarily "enough." To learn more about the work of Siegwerk in the circular economy, download this document. Proper disposal is key to ensuring packaging ends up in the right place. ClimaCell is the industry leader when it comes to cold chain shipping solutions. All rights reserved. Two packages that look the same to the average person can differ in terms of recyclability for a variety of reasons (such as moisture or oxygen barrier needs that differ by product, or aesthetic choices marketers make). TemperPack used bonded polysaccharide particles to create ClimaCell, which was introduced to the market in May last year. How2Recycle Guide to Future Recyclability, How2Recycle Future Guide to Recyclability, APR Design Guide for Plastics Recyclability, Does this item have explicit or implicit access to recycle this item for over 60% of the population in the US, or over 50% in Canada? That's why we have packaging solutions that keep your waterlilies from wilting. According to information from our utility companies, EcoInvent database, and the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, we estimate that the manufacturing process used to produce ClimaCell reduces CO2 emissions by an average of 65% compared to Styrofoam. xref
Years later the How2Recycle movement proves those status quo adherents wrong. METAL CAN Rinse & Insert Lid BOTTLE TRAY INSERT BOX BAG WRAP We help the largest companies get their products to customers doors safely. When we developed ClimaCell, the data led us to recyclability as the best way to keep insulation out of landfills. How2Recycle was created because the Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC), by way of its parent environmental 501(c)(3) nonprofit GreenBlue, identified the critical need for an accurate, consistent on-package labeling system. We believe the real space where the rubber hits the road is interpreting recyclability on a package by package basis at a national level. Companies should also look to minimize environmental impacts at every point in the packages life cycle, including sourcing packaging material sustainably, optimizing package design to use the least amount of materials to protect the product, and shouldbuildand investin initiatives to grow and strengthen the recycling system. How2Recycle is an evolving program. This is in contrast to the Canadian guidance that asks for qualifiers if fewer than 50% of Canadians can recycle that item (sortation, reprocessing, and end markets considerations notwithstanding, for both countries). This is a proven product and technology which enables us to be cost-competitive with EPS.. The work to secure the well-known label represents TemperPack's commitment to offering companies shipping perishable goods in the food and life sciences industries fully curbside recyclable insulation . How does How2Recycle assess recyclability for each package under that definition? Use unbleached and acid-free paper. In the absence of compelling data demonstrating its recyclability, depending on all the circumstances, How2Recycle must issue a conservative claim to a package (either the Check Locally label or the Not Yet Recyclable label). How to assess recyclability in regards to differingfood contamination levels on paper packaging. Our protective packaging solutions work across multiple industries ranging from healthcare-specific shipments like temperature-sensitive drugs and diagnostic testing, to perishable foods like frozen meats, meal kit services, and prepared meals. Step 2: Useful Input for Manufacturing The next question about recyclability is: "do paper fibers in ClimaCell liners provide valuable material in the making of new products?" The answer is Yes. GreenBlue was originally founded by William McDonough and Michael Braungart who together co-authored Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make Things, which is acknowledged as a seminal text of the sustainability movement. How2Recycle uses best practices and its best judgment to assess the meaning of that data (what is the data suggesting or not suggesting? In the instance How2Recycle does not have data to definitively answer that specific question, but the member presents relevant data to provide an answer, the members data can potentially be used to support the How2Recycle label issued (see the How2Recycle Future Guide to Recyclability for more detail on what data is compelling). How2Recycle, a program of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition, has given ClimaCell panels the "widely recyclable" Paper Insert designation. Assessment criteria to achieve recyclabilityHow2Recycle assesses a breadth of information and scientifically credible data related to all of the following elements of recycling in order to issue the most appropriate claim: The below table reflects important assessment criteriaunder each element of recyclability. hb``c``` FY80 Weve met with the leading organizations in the industry, including paper mills, waste collections companies, and materials recovery facilities (MRFs), to understand the pitfalls to avoid and assure our product is widely recyclable. We're trying to build the best packaging company on Earth. Then, they place the How2Recycle label on all, or a selection of their brands packagingits up to them which packages they label. We introduced ClimaCell only two years ago and were constantly looking for ways to improve it. We use the YouTube service to enable video content streaming on this site. How2Recycle is a part of 501(c)(3) environmental nonprofit GreenBlue in Charlottesville, Virginia. There was no impartial organization that synthesized and interpreted the divergent and diffuse data about recyclability across all materials. SJF Ventures led the fundraising round, joined by Interplay Ventures, Third Prime Capital and Dolik Ventures. That required us to come up with a manufacturing platform that would be massively scalable and run on widely available feedstock.. 0000005951 00000 n
Store Drop-off: At least 60% of the U.S. population has access to store drop-off recycling programs for this material (for example, groceries accepting plastic bags or polypropylene (PP) containers). You can dispose of ClimaCell in one simple step. For more information, please visitwww.temperpack.com. Pull the paper feed out of the printer. In addition, there has to be data to substantiate recyclability claims. Due to the demands of the cold chain process, they cannot be re-used as insulation for e-commerce shipments. 0000025307 00000 n
from 8 AM - 9 PM ET. How2Recycle enables unprecedented feedback to brands about packaging recyclabilityHow2Recycle is more than just a label. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning), Machine Tools, Metalworking and Metallurgy, Aboriginal, First Nations & Native American. Type of recyclable material: This part of the label lists what type of material the packaging is made from. When How2Recycle launched in 2012, many in the recycling and packaging industries were skeptical that brands would voluntarily label their packaging in a standardized way along with their competitors, including giving up precious on-pack real estate and admitting when their packaging wasnt recyclable. 0000001902 00000 n
TemperPack's ClimaCell insulated shipper solution received the How2Recycle widely recyclable label designation, becoming the first insulated shipper to bear the industry standard recycling mark. How2Recycle is a movement of many people working together towards a common goal of helping drawing attention to and capturing the value of materials in our world. Learn more about disposal and all the environmental benefits of ClimaCell. For multi-component packaging, you can communicate several recycling messages in one combined label placed on the exterior of the packaging. In the United States, How2Recycle is designed to comply with the Federal Trade Commissions Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims, aka the Green Guides (Code of Federal Regulations, Title 16 Part 260) and Section 5 of the FTC Act, 15 U.S.C. This icon tells you whether the item falls into one of four categories - Widely Recycled, Check Locally, Not Yet Recycled, Store Drop-Off. Tells you what type of material the packaging is made of. ;%
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Given this breadth of membership, the How2Recycle team has touchpoints with more than 4,000 packaging or sustainability professionals per month. When typing in this field, a list of search results will appear and be automatically updated as you type. For example, due to updated data on acceptance in collection programs and information on markets for rigid polypropylene (PP) containers and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) thermoforms in January 2020, How2Recycle downgraded the recyclability claims for those items. RICHMOND, Va., Sept. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- TemperPack's ClimaCell insulated shipper solution received the How2Recycle widely recyclable certification, becoming the first EPS alternative to . 0000003034 00000 n
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The system improves the reliability, completeness, and transparency of recyclability claims. Our goal in developing ClimaCell was to make a product that wouldnt go to a landfill. A ClimaCell panel is made of 90% paper and vegetable starch. Informa Markets, a trading division of Informa PLC. Much more difficult. Learn More We're seeing an enormous rise in deliveries in both the perishable food and cold-chain pharmaceutical industries. For example, sortation is relevant only if sort equipment at the PE film recycler (or a MRF in Canada) suggests there may be an issue. Meet the 2023 Waste360 40 Under 40 Winners! Prior to TemperPack, David spent over a decade managing small and large teams in the e-commerce, retail, and hospitality industries. SPC must approve the label that the company intends to use. 0000034309 00000 n
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ClimaCell is . A dual language label is available for limited categories of US/Canadian packaging that are widely recycled in both countries, mainly fiber packaging and plastic bottles, as well as a special plastic film label. They specialize in bringing custom solutions for clients to scale in the perishable food and life sciences industries. A smaller amount are Check Locally or Store Drop-Off. The program was launched in 2012 and has experienced exponential growth in the years since. About TemperPack Founded in 2015, TemperPack solves thermal packaging problems through sustainable design. Visit our privacy policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information on your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. The final label must have elements 1 through 4, and 5, if relevant. The work to secure the well-known label represents TemperPack's commitment to offering companies shipping perishable goods in the food and life sciences industries fully curbside recyclable insulation solutions for their shipments with clear disposal instructions. Companies that do not hold a How2Recycle license must not use the label on packaging or for marketing purposes. 0000051026 00000 n
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How2Recycle has three potential end market categories for assessing the end market of a specific package. Why should packaging companies invest in Cloud computing? There are also specific instructions to return bags and films for in-store recycling programs if the bags . Limited Recycled: Between 20% to 60% of the U.S. population has access to recycling (curbside and drop-off) for this material or packaging. Ensuring a product is recyclable is not an easy task. Have more questions? Leader in sustainable thermal packaging solutions, TemperPack has raised $22.5 million in Series B financing led by Revolution Growth, with other new investors Harbert Growth Partners, Arborview Capital and Tao Capital Partners, and with existing investor SJF Ventures also participating in the round. The correct way to load the paper is to make sure the paper comes out from underneath the roll, as if you were loading a roll of toilet paper under instead of over. Recyclability is not always black and whiteimportant nuance and context makes this question surprisingly relative, depending on all the circumstances. When each package receives a custom How2Recycle label on the Platform, the package is assigned one of three categories about the overall recyclability of the design (you can read more here). How2Recycle's view of recyclability is directlybased on these definitions. The How2Recycle label was created to provide consistent and transparent on-package recycling information to consumers in North America. The How2Recycle website must be printed on the label. While developing ClimaCell, the packaging firm tried various formulations and materials such as nonwoven battings comprising natural, synthetic, and paper fibres, as well as mushroom-based materials, thermoformed plastics such as rPET, natural and synthetic extruded foams to achieve sustainability. But this is our bread and butter. Since we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to permit data collection from certain types of services. Senior Vice President and General Manager, Green Cell Foam. How2Recycle aims to promote recycling by reducing confusion through creating a clear, well-understood, and nationally harmonized label that enables companies to convey to consumers how to recycle a package. For performance and security reasons, we use Cloudflare as our CDN network. Once the empty plastic bag is clean and dry, the #4 plastic film can be recycled through your local store drop-off program along with your other bags from your meal. We should all consume less. We use cookies from third party services. "Consumers unknowingly recycle things that aren't recyclable and throw things out that should have ended up in their curbside recycling bins," commented James McGoff, TemperPack's co-founder and co-CEO. United States of America (USA) Packaging Market Size, Analys Packaging Industry Mergers and Acquisitions Deals by Top The Wider Opportunities for a Compostable Paper Bag - Packaging Malaysia Packaging Market Size, Analysing Key Pack Material Augmented Reality (AR) in Packaging - Thematic Research, Axium Packaging to develop production site in North Carolina. Put both panels in your home recycling bin, along with the cardboard shipping box in which they arrived. 0000006730 00000 n
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The grocer announced that it is swapping out traditional Styrofoam coolers in its pharmacy shipments in favor of TemperPack's paper-based insulator, ClimaCell. Weve helped dozens of companies reduce their packaging costs and lower their overall impact on the environment.