Plastic Waste
Plastic Waste Coalition Releases New Report Showing Powerful Potential of AI To Support Packaging Circularity
The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Plastic Waste Coalition of Action has released new research highlighting the challenges businesses face in achieving packaging circularity, and how artificial intelligence (AI) can act as a powerful enabler to...
Plastic Waste
Exploring AI for Packaging Circularity
The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Plastic Waste Coalition of Action and Bain & Company have launched “Exploring AI for Packaging Circularity”, highlighting how artificial intelligence (AI) can accelerate the transition to circular packaging. The report...
Plastic Waste
Driving Industry Progress: Walmart’s Rob Nicol Looks Back on His Tenure as Plastic Waste Co-Chair
As Rob Nicol, Vice President Corporate Affairs at Walmart Canada steps down from his role as Co-Chair of the Plastic Waste Coalition of Action, we take a moment to reflect on his time with the...
Plastic Waste
Ashley C. Hall, Director of Sustainable Packaging at Walmart Appointed as New Co-Chair of the Plastic Waste Coalition
The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley C. Hall, Director of Sustainable Packaging at Walmart, as the new Co-Chair of its Plastic Waste Coalition of Action, succeeding Rob Nicol,...
Plastic Waste
The Consumer Goods Forum’s Plastic Waste Coalition Releases New Guidance on EPR for Packaging in Low-and Middle-Income Countries
Paris, 30th September, 2025 – The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Plastic Waste Coalition of Action has published a new discussion paper, “EPR for Packaging: Design and Implementation in Low-and Middle-Income Countries”, offering guidance to policymakers,...
Plastic Waste
Critical Considerations for Well-Designed Parallel EPR-DRS Systems for Recycling
The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Plastic Waste Coalition of Action has released a new paper, “Critical Considerations for Well-Designed Parallel EPR-DRS Systems for Recycling”, to support policymakers and industry leaders in navigating the complexities of...
Plastic Waste
(Executive Summary) Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging: Design and Implementation in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Plastic Waste Coalition of Action has published a summary version of its new report, “Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging: Design and Implementation in Low- and Middle-Income Countries”. This executive summary...
Plastic Waste
Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging: Design and Implementation in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Plastic Waste Coalition of Action has published a new report, “Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging: Design and Implementation in Low- and Middle-Income Countries”, offering crucial guidance to policymakers, industry leaders,...
Plastic Waste
Plastic Waste Coalition Welcomes New Member: Flora Food Group
The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Plastic Waste Coalition is pleased to welcome a new member, Flora Food Group, bringing the Coalition’s membership to 40 CGF members committed to driving progress towards realising a low-waste, circular...
Plastic Waste
Rethinking Black Plastic: SC Johnson’s Step to Improve Mrs. Meyer’s Packaging Recyclability
Black plastic is one of the biggest recycling blind spots. SC Johnson is addressing this issue by removing it from the iconic Mrs. Meyer’s brand design. For decades, black plastic packaging has been a challenge...
Climate Transition
Climate Action in Practice: Actionable Insights to Adopt Circular or Sustainable Packaging
This document is one of six practical sections from Climate Ambition into Action: A Practical Guide for Retailers and Manufacturers, published by The Consumer Goods Forum’s Towards Net Zero Coalition. Focused on the shift toward...
Plastic Waste
The GEF Plastic Reboot Project
On April 9th, 2025, The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Coalition of Action on Plastic Waste hosted an exclusive webinar for CGF members to explore the Global Environment Facility’s (GEF) Plastic Reboot Project. Co-led by WWF...
Plastic Waste
The CGF and Reposit Invite Consumer Goods Industry To Join City-Wide Reusable Packaging Pilot in Ottawa, Canada
The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF)’s Plastic Waste Coalition of Action and Reposit are pleased to announce the successful completion of the design phase for its reusable packaging program, tailored for personal and home care categories...
Plastic Waste
Plastic Waste Coalition Welcomes New Member: Eckes-Granini
The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Plastic Waste Coalition is pleased to welcome a new member, Eckes-Granini, bringing the Coalition’s membership to 41 CGF members committed to driving progress towards realising a low-waste, circular economy. Lars Wagener, CEO...
Plastic Waste
Designing Circular Packaging: Our Heinz Tomato Ketchup Closure Redesign
At Kraft Heinz, we recognize the growing need for more sustainable packaging solutions. Our innovative redesign of the Heinz Tomato Ketchup bottle closure is a step forward in addressing recyclability challenges while maintaining the functionality...
Plastic Waste
Plastic Waste Coalition Steering Committee Gathers in Brussels to Advance 2025 Priorities
The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Plastic Waste Coalition of Action convened its Steering Committee on 24th February in Brussels, bringing together representatives from 25 member companies to assess progress and align on key initiatives for...
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