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Brambles, owner of CHEP and IFCO brands, recognized as leader in sustainable sourcing
Global environmental disclosure platform recognizes Brambles as one of the six global leaders in fighting supply-chain deforestation.

APICS: 1,000 professionals have earned logistics, transportation and distribution certification
Just 15 months after its launch, the CLTD (Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution) credential surpassed 1,000 certifications.

Brewery saves 1 million gallons of water with dry-running conveyor system
Amid a record-setting drought, the company met sustainability and productivity goals. Warehouse Sustainability, Green Warehouse, LEED Certified Warehouse Solutions

Stihl and Goodwill Industries Int’l receive RPA 2017 Excellence in Reusable Packaging Award
Winners to present their submissions at Pack Expo 2017 RPA Reusable Packaging Learning Center | Tuesday, September 26, 2017 | 2:30 pm PDT

USDA certifies Litco’s molded wood products as BioPreferred
The BioPreferred Program was developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help showcase sustainable products and promote use of renewable agricultural resources.

Schneider Electric names Carlos Villa VP of U.S. industry business
Villa brings more than 20 years of automation experience in sales management and global business management roles in Brazil, Mexico and the United States.

Plug Power announces expanded collaboration with Walmart
Walmart to expand use of hydrogen fuel cells in its distribution center material handling fleet by $80 million.

Lyon earns UL GREENGUARD Gold Certification
Recognized and referenced by more than 400 codes, rating systems, and procurement policies worldwide, the GREENGUARD Certification requires that products meet some of the world’s most rigorous and comprehensive limits for low emissions of volatile organic compounds into indoor environments.

Pack Expo to feature interactive drone delivery exhibit
Simulation to showcase automated last-mile packaging distribution.

Corrugated Packaging Alliance releases new report showing industry’s environmental progress
Corrugated container recovery, increased usage of renewable, carbon-neutral energy and decreased overall use of fossil fuels contribute to 35% reduction of greenhouse gases between 2006 and 2014.

PMMI announces Pack Expo Las Vegas features
Education, networking and entertainment options outlined for Pack Expo and co-located Healthcare Packaging Expo.

CHEP: Shared and reusable assets are key to circular economy, sustainability
Data shared yesterday at the Sustainable Brands 2017 conference by Brambles, CHEP’s parent company, demonstrates the possibilities for zero waste and zero emissions economies.

60 Seconds with…Andrew Winston, Winston Eco-Strategies
Modern Materials Handling editors sat down with Andrew Winston, Author and founder of Winston Eco-Strategies. He has 25 years of experience working with executives to understand how managing environmental and social issues creates business value.

Snyders-Lance and Smithfield Foods receive first place at Sustainability Excellence in Mfg Awards
PMMI’s OpX Leadership Network honors consumer packaged goods companies that improved sustainability in production operations.

ProMat 2017: Keynote panel shares green DC design tips
Led by sustainability advisor and author Andrew Winston, a group of supply chain professionals from companies including UPS and REI shared their tips on greener, more efficient supply chains at Monday morning’s keynote.


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