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How to Make Informed Packaging Decisions That Truly Align With Your Brand

Posted by Saloni Doshi & Jessica Dowding on Jul 14th 2025

by Saloni Doshi  & Jessica Dowding • published July 15, 2025 • 13 min read At EcoEnclose, we’re not just sustainability purists — we’ … read more

Vela™ Bag 101: Everything You Need to Know to Pilot This Innovative Plastic-Free Poly Bag Alternative

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Jul 8th 2025

by Saloni Doshi published July 9, 2025 • 11 min read The Poly Bag Problem Virgin poly bags are everywhere. From apparel to accessories, they’re the stand … read more

Your Tactical Guide to Preparing for Plastic-Free July — At Any Stage of Business

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Jun 16th 2025

by Saloni Doshi  • published June 17, 2025 • 6 min read Every package is a chance to tell your sustainability story — and in July, brands have a uniq … read more

Recycled vs Recyclable: What's The Difference and Why Do They Matter?

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Jun 2nd 2025

by Saloni Doshi  • published June 3, 2025 • 8 min read “Recyclable.” “Recycled.” These two words look similar at first glance, and … read more

EcoEnclose's Four Key Takeaways From the Certification Process

Posted by Saloni Doshi on May 19th 2025

by Saloni Doshi  • updated May 20, 2025 • 14 min read Since our initial publishing of our Guide to Sustainable Certifications, our depth of knowledge and o … read more

What I’m Hearing (and Feeling) From the Field

Posted by Saloni Doshi  on May 5th 2025

by Saloni Doshi  • published May 6, 2025 • 6 min read Reflections on Circularity, Innovation, and the Road Ahead Over the past few weeks, EcoEnclose … read more

This Earth Day, Make Sure Your Packaging Measures Up

Posted by Saloni Doshi  on Apr 21st 2025

by Saloni Doshi  • published April 22, 2025 • 9 min read Put your sustainability values front and center with packaging that makes an impact. Earth Month a … read more

How to Avoid Greenwashing: Current Legislation, Best Practices, and Real-World Examples

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Apr 18th 2025

by Saloni Doshi  • published April 18, 2025 • 9 min read Greenwashing is a growing concern among eco-conscious businesses and customers alike. While sustai … read more

Tariffs, Trade Wars, and Your Packaging: What Now

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Apr 15th 2025

by Saloni Doshi  • published April 15, 2025 • 6 min read The current economic and political landscape is riddled with uncertainty: rising costs, shifting t … read more

Flexi-Hex®: A Fresh Approach to Packaging

Posted by Saloni Doshi  on Apr 14th 2025

by Saloni Doshi published April 14, 2025 • 6 min read We’re in an exciting era for sustainable packaging. Conscious consumers are more discerning than ever. In … read more

Women In Sustainability: Eight Leaders Who Have Made an Impact for Good

Posted by Jessica Downing on Mar 26th 2025

Women Leading the Way in Sustainability | EcoEnclose by Jessica Dowding • published March 26, 2025 • 9 min read As we reach the close of Women's History Month … read more

Sustainability Decisions In 2025: How an Uncertain Policy Landscape is Influencing ESG Decisions

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Mar 23rd 2025

Navigating Sustainability Decisions in 2025 | EcoEnclose by Saloni Doshi published March 23, 2025 • 10 min read The first few months of 2025 have been tumultuous o … read more

USPS Services and Packaging Requirements in 2025

Posted by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal on Mar 9th 2025

by Saloni Doshi  & Meghan O'Neal • published March, 9 2025 • 10 min read Businesses typically choose between three main shipping partners—USPS, U … read more

How EcoEnclose Evaluates Novel Materials

Posted by Sarah Quirk on Mar 7th 2025

by Sarah Quirk published March 7, 2025 • 10 min read At EcoEnclose, our mission is to create truly sustainable packaging solutions to support the forward-thinking br … read more

EPR Packaging Laws: Frequently Asked Questions

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Mar 4th 2025

by Saloni Doshi published March 4, 2025 • 6 min read This post outlines responses to frequently asked questions about US Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility l … read more

The Global Plastics Treaty: What It Is, Where it Stands, How it Affects Brands

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Feb 7th 2025

Understanding the Global Plastics Treaty | EcoEnclose by Saloni Doshi  • published February 7, 2025 • 6 min read As the world increasingly turns its atte … read more

Deforestation and Forestry Certifications

Posted by Sarah Quirk on Jan 10th 2025

by Sarah Quirk published January 10, 2025 • 14 min read When using paper packaging, brands should opt for recycled content or promising next-generation alternatives … read more

Sustainable Packaging Trends of 2025

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Jan 7th 2025

Top Sustainable Packaging Trends for 2025 | EcoEnclose by Saloni Doshi published January 7, 2025 • 20 min read The past few years have seen significant evolutions … read more

10 Steps to Develop Your 2025 Sustainability Plan

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Dec 11th 2024

by Saloni Doshi  • published December 11, 2024 • 33 min read We know our brands are looking ahead to 2025 and determining how to best set sustainability goals to move the nee … read more

Compostable versus Biodegradable Packaging

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Dec 6th 2024

by Saloni Doshi, & Meghan O'Neal updated December 6, 2024 • 11 min read   Choosing the right sustainable packaging isn’t a simple task. The difference … read more

Paper and Plastic Alternatives That Will Take Off In The Next 5 Years

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Dec 2nd 2024

by Saloni Doshi published December 2, 2024 • 6 min read Choosing the most effective packaging solution for your business takes time and effort, particularly when foc … read more

Tree Planting Initiatives: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Posted by Saloni Doshi & Jessica Dowding on Oct 31st 2024

by Saloni Doshi  & Jessica Dowding  • published October 31, 2024 • 20 min read Tree planting initiatives and organizations have gained the spotlight in recent … read more

What’s the Difference Between Recyclable and Compostable Packaging?

Posted by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal on Oct 28th 2024

by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal • posted October 28, 2024 If you’re interested in sustainable packaging and reducing your brand’s environmental impact, you&rsquo … read more

Lessons from Ethanol: Why Corn Isn’t the Sustainable Fossil Fuel Substitute We Think It Is

Posted by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal on Oct 28th 2024

Lessons from Ethanol: Rethinking Biofuels | EcoEnclose by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal • published October 28, 2024 • 4 min read Ethanol, the fuel that’s made f … read more

Pantone vs. CMYK for Custom Branded Packaging

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Oct 22nd 2024

by Saloni Doshi  • published October 22, 2024 • 10 min read There are many acronyms in the world of colors - PMS, Pantone, CMYK, HEX, and RGB are mentioned frequently. … read more

What is the Most Sustainable Ink?

Posted by Saloni Doshi & Sarah Quirk on Oct 21st 2024

by Saloni Doshi & Sarah Quirk  • published October 21, 2024 • 18 min read We often get the questions: Are your inks soy-based? Are your inks vegetable-based? Are y … read more

Direct-to-Consumer (D2C): What It Means, Challenges, And More

Posted by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal on Oct 20th 2024

D2C: A Complete Guide to Direct-To-Consumer Business Models Find what you needWhat does D2C mean?Challenges of direct-to-consumerSustainable packaging for direct-to-consumer companiesEco … read more

Reverse Logistics Companies and Strategies: How to Optimize Your Return Process

Posted by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal on Oct 17th 2024

Reverse Logistics and Recommerce Strategies | EcoEnclose Reverse Logistics, Returns and Recommerce Reverse logistics is an important consideration in any eCommerce business. You must c … read more

Right-Size Packaging: How to Choose the Correct Packaging Dimensions

Posted by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal on Oct 17th 2024

by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal  • published October 17, 2024 • 5 min read Right-Size Your Sustainable Packaging Choosing sustainable packagin … read more

What is Glassine?

Posted by Saloni Doshi on Sep 30th 2024

by Saloni Doshi  • published September 30, 2024 • 7 min read Have you ever encountered smooth, glossy paper that magically resists air, water, and grease? … read more

The Ultimate List of Eco-Friendly & Environmental Holidays [A Guide to Green Holidays]

Posted by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal on Sep 23rd 2024

by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal   • published September 23, 2024 • 11 min read Most of us already know about Earth Day. But did you know there are many … read more

Here’s What to do With Those Annoying Produce Stickers

Posted by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal on Sep 23rd 2024

by Saloni Doshi & Meghan O'Neal • published September 23, 2024 • 4 min read In the likely chance you’ve bitten into an apple only to discover that you’ve i … read more