Buy One → Remove One: A clearer way to communicate sustainability impact

Sustainability is more visible than ever, and harder than ever to distinguish. Most brands now meet baseline expectations. They report, track, certify, and communicate progress. But for audiences outside sustainability teams, the result is often the same: similar language, similar claims, and little sense of what impact actually looks like in the real world. That […]

How to build an EPR-ready packaging data architecture for 2026

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws are expanding rapidly across global markets. For brands, this shift brings a clear reality: packaging data is no longer a back-office detail. It is a regulatory asset. Whether EPR is already in force where you operate or still on the horizon, building an EPR-ready packaging data architecture now is the […]

How certified plastic recovery strengthened packaging claims for August

How certified plastic recovery strengthened packaging claims for August When period-care brand August committed to making transparent, evidence-based packaging claims, they turned to Plastic Collective’s certified plastic recovery program. The result: a stronger sustainability narrative, audit-ready data, and precise alignment with emerging packaging regulations. This case demonstrates why certified recovery is becoming essential for brands […]