Non-recyclable, non-biodegradable, petroleum-based EPS (expanded polystyrene) foam packaging is not eco-friendly stuff. There could soon be a greener and snazzier-looking alternative, however, in the ...

From paper to plastics to compostables, every packaging material has trade-offs for the planet. Choosing the right one depends on recyclability, carbon footprint, and local disposal options.

WATERTOWN — Packing materials used in the moving industry can generate tons of waste: packing paper, rolls of tape and millions of cardboard and wooden boxes, along with plastic bubble wrap and sheets ...

With the holiday season in full swing, gifts of all shapes and sizes are being shipped around the world. But all that packaging generates lots of waste, including cardboard boxes and plastic-based ...

There are two types of cardboard—corrugated and paperboard—and they can both be recycled. Corrugated cardboard is made of multiple layers to create a durable and strong packing material. Paperboard is ...