Speaking at SPC Impact in Nashville, leaders from Walmart, Amazon, Target, and CVS described how the Sustainable Packaging Coalition’s Retailer Forum is aligning priorities and issuing joint briefs to fast‑track practical, scalable packaging solutions for private brands.
Key Takeaways
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Unified signal to suppliers: At SPC Impact, the Sustainable Packaging Coalition’s Retailer Forum was highlighted as a way for retailers to speak with one voice on packaging needs.
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From flexible films to bottles: After an initial sprint focused on low‑barrier flexible films, forum participants said the next brief targets lightweighted containers, bottles, and closures, pushing suppliers toward source reduction while still meeting recyclability, regulatory, and cost requirements.
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Walmart’s sustainability focus: Walmart remains committed to sustainability, and suppliers should be prepared to monitor and adopt new packaging standards.
