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Need for Sustainable Packaging: An Overview.

Idowu David Ibrahim¹, Yskandar Hamam^2,3, Emmanuel Rotimi Sadiku¹

¹Institute for NanoEngineering Research (INER) and Department of Chemical, Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Tshwane University of Technology Pretoria South Africa, Pretoria 0183, South Africa.

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Sustainable packaging is essential due to the environmental impact of traditional materials. Utilizing bio-based and recyclable options ensures product preservation while protecting our planet.

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Environmental Science
Sustainable Engineering

Background:

Packaging materials are integral to daily life, crucial for product preservation during transit and storage, and extending shelf life.
Applications span diverse sectors including food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, meat, poultry, and seafood.
Limited attention has been given to the end-of-life phase and environmental sustainability of packaging materials.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the necessity of sustainable packaging in response to increasing demand and environmental concerns.
To examine the importance, diverse types, and applications of packaging materials.
To identify key strategies for achieving environmental sustainability in packaging.

Main Methods:

Literature review and synthesis of existing research on packaging materials.
Analysis of the environmental impact of conventional packaging.
Exploration of alternative sustainable packaging solutions.

Main Results:

Traditional packaging materials pose significant environmental challenges post-use.
Sustainable packaging is achievable through the adoption of bio-based and recyclable materials.
These materials offer a viable path towards environmental protection and sustainability.

Conclusions:

The study underscores the urgent need for transitioning to sustainable packaging solutions.
Bio-based and recyclable materials are pivotal in mitigating the environmental footprint of packaging.
Adopting sustainable packaging practices is critical for a healthier planet.