food packaging
Coverage of food packaging in the Nexus archive.
- Baton Rouge General’s Health Tip of the Week: Small changes to reduce ‘forever chemicals’
Baton Rouge General highlights ways to reduce exposure to PFAS, known as 'forever chemicals,' which are present in products like nonstick cookware and food packaging. The article suggests using PFAS-free cookware, storing food in glass or stainless-steel containers, and checking community drinking water quality to mitigate risks.
- This industry sounds green, but it could undermine WA climate progress
The article warns that depackaging plants in Washington, despite appearing environmentally friendly, may hinder climate progress by discarding non-recyclable food packaging into landfills, including plastics. Without established standards, these plants risk contributing to landfill waste rather than reducing it.
- EU ban on BPA chemical in food packaging takes effect
The EU will ban BPA in food packaging starting July 2026. BPA is an industrial chemical known to disrupt the human hormonal system.