Closure Systems International Inc. and PolyCycle Innovation, LLC to Host Joint Interaction Session at PACK EXPO International 2024, Highlighting U.S. Plastics Pact Roadmap 2.0 Targets and Innovative PCR Solutions

Barchart · 10/16 10:16

Closure Systems International Inc. (CSI), a U.S. Plastics Pact Activator since 2020, will join with PolyCycle Innovation, LLC (PolyCycle) at PACK EXPO International 2024 to showcase their collective efforts in reducing plastic waste and advancing sustainability.

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Joint Presentation on U.S. Plastics Pact Roadmap 2.0

At Booth #S-3430 on Tuesday, November 5th from 3-5 p.m., CSI, PolyCycle and U.S. Plastics Pact, will hold a special joint interactive forum on the U.S. Plastics Pact Roadmap 2.0 Targets to transform plastic packaging into a circular system. Roadmap 2.0 is an actionable plan designed to transform the use of plastics in packaging, focusing on practical steps to create a circular economy where plastic packaging is reused, recycled, composted, and kept within the economy instead of becoming waste. Booth visitors will also learn about the numerous benefits of becoming a U.S. Plastics Pack Activator and can get additional details on the newly released U.S. Plastics Pact’s PCR toolkit.

Ambitious New Goals

The U.S. Plastics Pact continues to work as part of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Plastics Pact Network and other global initiatives to harmonize efforts and share best practices. Based on the experiences of U.S. Plastic Pact Activators, Roadmap 2.0 emphasizes the importance of action, cross-sector collaboration and innovation, to achieve these ambitious goals:

  • Reuse Innovations: Reuse is now a primary Roadmap target. By making reuse a core target, we can significantly reduce single-use plastics. Practical examples include returnable cup systems at events, which help reduce waste.
  • Design for Circularity: All plastic packaging will be designed and manufactured to be reusable, recyclable, or compostable.
  • Elimination of Problematic Plastics: By 2030, all new items on the expanded Problematic & Unnecessary Materials List will be eliminated, and virgin plastic will be reduced by 30% (items on the original list are scheduled to be eliminated by the end of 2025). This approach ensures that only essential plastics are produced and used in ways that support sustainability.
  • Effective Recycling: The plan aims to recycle 50% of plastic packaging and establish the necessary infrastructure to achieve this at scale. In comparison, plastic packaging will achieve an average of 30% post-consumer recycled or responsibly sourced biobased content.
  • Health and Community Impact: The plan also addresses the social impacts and disparities related to plastic production and use.

PolyCycle Innovation’s PCR Solutions

PolyCycle Innovation, LLC will feature its latest sustainable plastic solutions throughout PACK EXPO. Known for its GreenCircle-certified PCR resins, PolyCycle offers bulk High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and Polypropylene (PP) resin for food-contact closures and packaging in up to 100% PCR content. These mechanically recycled resins are part of a growing effort to enhance plastic circularity and meet increasing regulatory and consumer demand for sustainable materials.

CSI and PolyCycle Help Facilitate a Sustainable Future

As part of the U.S. Plastics Pact, CSI and PolyCycle help facilitate a circular economy for plastics, aligning with the initiative's ambitious Roadmap 2.0 to ensure that 100% of plastic packaging is reusable, recyclable, or compostable. PolyCycle's GreenCircle-certified PCR resins directly support these goals, providing innovative solutions for brands striving to meet the U.S. Pact’s targets.

Visit CSI and PolyCycle Innovation, LLC at PACK EXPO 2024

Attendees are invited to visit CSI and PolyCycle at Booth #S-3430 to explore the latest sustainable closure solutions. Learn more about the benefits of using PCR in packaging, CSI's leadership in capping and closure innovations, and PolyCycle's innovative PCR resin. For complimentary registration, use code 63V81 (Free Registration Link).

About Closure Systems International, Inc.

Closure Systems International, Inc. (CSI) is a global leader in sustainable closure solutions, serving a wide range of consumer and industrial markets. CSI provides high-speed application systems and custom capping equipment for sectors like beverages, food, pharmaceuticals, and automotive fluids. Our solutions enhance brand sustainability, optimize operations, and support environmental goals. Headquartered in Indianapolis, CSI produces over 50 billion closures annually across nine manufacturing sites. For more information, visit www.csiclosures.com.

About PolyCycle Innovation, LLC

PolyCycle Innovation, LLC (PolyCycle) specializes in the production of high-quality post-consumer recycled (PCR) resins. Their PCR solutions are designed to meet the growing demand for sustainable plastic materials in the packaging industry. PolyCycle is dedicated to driving environmental responsibility by providing certified and food-grade PCR resin options. For more information, contact grey.moore@polycycle.net.