Packaging

Sustainability is one of the latest, perhaps most important, trends to impact the consumer products industry in many years. But what is its ultimate purpose, and why is it critical that we wholly embrace this social, environmental, and yes, business imperative?

CGT Publisher Lori Castle gives you a sneak peek into the "green" trends and topics discussed in our first-ever digital issue.

While some companies are just beginning to implement best green practices, Nestle Waters North America has made it an important part of its business for more than a decade.

With growing concerns about the environment, studies show thatcustomers are buying more environmentally-friendly products. As aresult, companies are using less packaging, which now means morebenefits for the earth. Find out how companies such as PepsiCo, HP,Coca-Cola, Nestl Waters North America and Kraft Foods are followingthe consumer trend to lean toward green.

TerraCycle manufactures products from materials that have historically been considered to be garbage. Just recently, TerraCycle broke out of the plant food category and into the natural cleaner category, and did so using an innovative twist on recycling.

Survey shows consumers will pay more to know more about meat, fish, fruits, vegetables and packaged foods' country of origin.

Campbell Soup Company outlines plans for expansion and announces a partnership with Wolfgang Puck.

Sam's Club and Costco stores are adopting a new milk jug design that has everyone talking.