The Ellen MacArthur Foundation has published a new report examining the role of flexible paper-based packaging in addressing microplastic pollution, particularly in markets with high leakage rates. The report is supported by 47 organizations, including Normec OWS.
The study brings together the input of more than 60 experts from NGOs, academia, and the packaging value chain, supplemented by additional research and analyses conducted by the foundation.
Normec OWS contributed by conducting a specific technical review of the chapters on biodegradability and compostability. The goal was to ensure that the information presented is accurate and consistent and not biased in favor of specific materials.
As part of this work, Normec OWS:
This contribution reflects Normec OWS’s role in supporting science-based discussions about packaging materials and their end-of-life.
Whether it’s monitoring, permitting, quality control, or complex environmental issues, together we provide reliable insights you can count on with confidence.
On March 4, 2025, Normec OWS welcomed colleagues from Normec Foodcare for a focused discussion on sustainable packaging and challenges in the food system.
Normec OWS is proud to announce the launch of its new Intelligence Platform, a dedicated knowledge center designed to help professionals navigate the rapidly changing regulatory landscape surrounding biodegradability, compostability, and sustainability.
In the run-up to INC-5.2, Normec OWS is proud to have contributed to the recently published report.
Normec OWS is proud to be part of the REBIOLUTION project, a European initiative in which nine partners from seven EU countries are collaborating. Together, we are developing innovative, bio-based, biodegradable, and recyclable plastics that address the sustainability challenges in the packaging and agricultural sectors.
