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News
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Environmental consequences of replacing polyethylene packaging in the United States and Europe
Published on September 26, 2026
PE often had lower environmental impacts than alternatives. Substitution could increase mass up to fourfold and GHG emissions substantially. Reuse, recycling, and PCR outcomes depend on logistics, infrastructure, and region-specific LCA. -
An assessment of PE packaging systems and alternatives in the United States: Understanding impacts of substitute, reduce, reuse and recycle strategies
Published on September 26, 2026
Environmental impacts varied by packaging level and product inclusion. Single-use PE generally outperformed reusable formats, while reusable glass and metal performed better than single-use alternatives. Pyrolysis PE was comparable to virgin PE. -
MSU scientist receives $540K grant from National Science Foundation to advance biodegradable packaging
Published on September 14, 2026
Research builds on insights from other projects such as the NSF-funded Center for Plastic, Paper and Hybrid Packaging End-of-Life Solutions.
Events
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Sep 8
2026 CANR Digital Accessibility Cafe
September 8, 2026 – November 13, 2026 Zoom
Join us for the CANR Digital Accessibility Cafe
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Oct 1
Building a Psychologically Safe Workplace
October 1, 2026 11:00AM – 12:00PM Agriculture Hall, Rm 410
Join us for the Building a Psychologically Safe Workplace Workshop with Jon Novello.