Reusable Packaging Course I Virtual

Course Overview

The Ellen Macarthur Foundation (EMF) estimates that, for at least 20% of plastic packaging, reuse models offer economically attractive business opportunities. What are these opportunities, and how do we assess their viability?

This course offers a detailed introduction to reusable packaging, geared to individuals and organizations seeking to deepen their understanding of an increasingly diverse and sophisticated reuse ecosystem. Each topic is illustrated with examples from around the world, and the course includes a Q&A with experienced reusable packaging practitioners.

Course Details

Next Date

March 24, 2022

Course Time

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9:00am – 11:00am EST / NY

1:00pm – 3:00pm EST / NY

Additional Info

Location

Virtual

Price

All prices in US dollars

Member

$200

Non-Member

$400

Learning Objectives

Define reusable packaging, and understand the five types the Ellen MacArthur Foundation uses to classify it – including both B2C and B2B models.
Understand key considerations for reuse business model viability: the user experience (e.g, convenience, affordability), operations (e.g., collection, washing & sanitization) and environmental parameters.
The environmental parameters discussion includes explanation of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), the concept of ‘break-even’, and parameters such as transportation, material sourcing, container design, and loss rate.
Look at public policy and NGO initiatives which are shaping opportunities for reusable packaging, with examples from various global jurisdictions.
Look at examples of standardization and collaborative business practices, which are contributing to wider adoption of reuse models.

Course Instructor

Andrew Macdonald

PAC NEXT Program Manager

PAC Global

Andrew Macdonald manages PAC Global’s packaging sustainability and circularity program – PAC NEXT.

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As the lead for PAC Global on reusable packaging, Andrew tests models, tracks innovation, reviews research, summarizes findings via the PAC blog, and has a growing network of practitioners active in this space.