Kim Overstreet

Chicago

Director of Content at PMMI Media Group

Contributing Editor at Packaging World

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Articles

Bridging Innovation and Commercialization in Sustainable Packaging

2 weeks ago | packworld.com | Kim Overstreet

TrendsPackage DesignAt SPC Impact, industry professionals from Kraft Heinz and Emerald Technology Ventures discuss how key partnerships are pushing packaging innovations forward, and which elements are key to scalability. Apr 30, 2025Tim Sykes, Brand Director, Packaging Europe, Neil Cameron, Partner, Emerald Technology Ventures, and Linda Roman, Director, NA R&D Fellow, Packaging R&D, Kraft Heinz Company at SPC Impact in Seattle.
The Challenge of Integrating Recyclable Materials with Established Machinery

Aug 21, 2024 | packworld.com | Kim Overstreet

MachineryAs packaging considerations for sustainability and recyclability continue to grow, the implications of running new materials on existing machinery can be overlooked. Read on about why it's important to work this topic into the conversation from day one.
Advanced Recycling Technologies: Transforming Packaging Waste into Opportunity

Jul 9, 2024 | packworld.com | Kim Overstreet

Sustainable PackagingRecyclingHow can these technologies complement traditional recycling efforts while helping to meet the growing demand for recycled content in packaging? Jul 9, 2024Tamsin Ettefagh, PureCycleTamsin Ettefagh, Chief Sustainability Officer/Chief Commercial Officer at PureCycle, explains PureCycle technology in advance of the Packaging Recycling Summit, which will be held this September 16-18 in Anaheim.
Harmonizing Recycling Data Standards: Increasing Clarity for Consumers and Stakeholders Alike

Jun 8, 2024 | packworld.com | Kim Overstreet

Sustainable PackagingRecyclingIndustry aligned data standards are integral to eliminating confusion over packaging and recyclability, not only for consumers, but for the entire recycling value chain. Jun 9, 2024DeNeile Cooper, The Recycling Partnership DeNeile Cooper, Recyclability Solutions Manager at The Recycling Partnership, discusses why industry aligned data standards are important, and about to be even more so.
Extended Producer Responsibility: Are You Ready?

May 19, 2024 | packworld.com | Kim Overstreet

Sustainable PackagingRecyclingDo you know what EPR is, and why it matters to you? Read this quick Q&A to find out how EPR will impact brands in the United States, starting in 2025. May 20, 2024Ameripen Executive Director Dan Felton Dan Felton, Ameripen’s Executive Director, gives readers a quick primer on Extended Producer Responsibility in this Q&A.
Tips for Recyclable Package Design

Oct 24, 2023 | packworld.com | Kim Overstreet

TranscriptSponsored By Subscribe to our channel! TranscriptWelcome to Sustainable Packaging Explained â your guide to sustainable materials, methods, and package design, produced by the Emerging Brands Alliance in conjunction with Packaging World. In today's episode, we will explore considerations of package design for recyclability.
Exploring the Sustainability of Glass Packaging

Oct 3, 2023 | packworld.com | Kim Overstreet

Welcome to Sustainable Packaging Explained — your guide to sustainable materials, methods, and package design, produced by the Emerging Brands Alliance in conjunction with Packaging World. Today, we are focusing on the potential of glass as a packaging material. Glass is made from the fusion of Silica sand, soda ash, and limestone, forming a substance that is conveniently recyclable. Recycled glass, or “cullet,” is also often added, further reducing the environmental footprint.
The Power of Recycled Materials

Sep 26, 2023 | packworld.com | Kim Overstreet

Welcome to Sustainable Packaging Explained, your guide to sustainable materials, methods, and package design, produced by the Emerging Brands Alliance, in conjunction with Packaging World. Today, we're looking at recycled materials. By incorporating recycled materials into package design, we're not only reducing packaging waste, but also conserving energy and resources.
Every Body EatÂ® Awarded $50,000 Grant at the Emerging Brands Summit

Sep 18, 2023 | packworld.com | Kim Overstreet

The Emerging Brands Alliance, an organization focused on helping CPG brands scale manufacturing, recently awarded a $50,000 grant at the Emerging Brands Summitin Las Vegas. The grant program was started to help growing CPG companies scale their operations through investment in manufacturing and packaging, and last year three brands were awarded $20,000 each.
Important Strategies for Sustainable E-Commerce Packaging

Sep 5, 2023 | packworld.com | Kim Overstreet

Transcript Transcript Welcome to Sustainable Packaging Explained — your guide to sustainable materials, methods, and package design, produced by the Emerging Brands Alliance in conjunction with Packaging World. Today we’re looking at sustainable e-commerce packaging. In 2020, during the height of the pandemic, e-commerce shopping increased 55%, and by 2022 U.S. e-commerce sales topped $1 trillion dollars for the first time.