Nestlé’s Strategy on Sustainable Packaging Materials
Global packaging waste is expected to surpass 1.3 billion tons annually by 2030, placing unprecedented pressure on governments, industries, and brands to decarbonize and redesign their material footprint. Nestlé CEO Mark Schneider said, “Plastic waste is one of the biggest sustainability issues the world is facing today. Tackling it requires a collective approach. We are […]
Nestle’s Strategy on Cellulose-based Barrier Packaging
Nestlé is under increasing pressure to find materials that offer the same level of performance as conventional packaging while also being eco-friendly. Nestlé’s cellulose-based barrier materials have emerged as a strong candidate in this area. These materials exhibit impressive barrier properties against oxygen and moisture and promise to be more sustainable than plastic-based alternatives. Cellulose […]
Nestle’s Strategy on Reusable Packaging Systems for Sustainability
Packaging accounts for over one-third of global municipal solid waste, and plastic packaging alone constitutes approximately 36% of all plastics produced, with a mere 9% being recycled globally. As governments tighten regulations and consumers demand transparency, packaging becomes a boardroom priority. For Nestlé, one of the world’s largest food and beverage companies with a packaging […]
Nestle’s Latest Research in Biodegradable Capsules for Sustainable Packaging
In 2018 alone, more than 56 billion coffee capsules were discarded worldwide, with the vast majority ending up in landfills where they may take hundreds of years to decompose. As environmental concerns about single-use packaging grow, coffee pods are being questioned about their sustainability. Nestlé is responding to this with targeted R&D investments in biodegradable […]
Nestle’s Strategy on Developing Compostable Pods
With over 400 million tons of plastic produced annually, the need for alternatives has never been more urgent. Nestlé’s move to develop compostable pods represents an apparent effort to reduce the plastic waste associated with traditional beverage pods. By replacing non-compostable plastic with biodegradable materials, Nestlé actively reduces plastic pollution, directly aligning with the company’s […]
Nestle’s Latest Research in Oxygen-Barrier Substrates for Sustainable Packaging
With food spoilage contributing to 14% of global food production losses, innovations that enhance oxygen resistance while reducing plastic dependency are becoming mission-critical. Nestlé is leading this charge by developing next-gen oxygen-barrier substrates that match or exceed the performance of traditional plastics without the environmental cost. The company is reengineering packaging materials at the molecular […]
Nestle’s Latest Research in Plant-Based Barrier Coatings
With packaging waste under global scrutiny and regulations like the EU’s PPWR aiming for full recyclability by 2030, Nestlé is making plant-based barrier coatings a core R&D priority. The company also has a clear roadmap to make 100% of its packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025. Nestlé’s Quality Street confectionery range is a standout case […]
Nestlé’s Strategy on Recyclable Bag-in-Box Packaging
As sustainability pressures reshape the food and beverage industry, packaging has become a key area of R&D-driven differentiation. Nestlé is advancing this front with a fully recyclable bag-in-box system made from advanced cellulose fibers, a notable shift from the mixed-material formats still common among competitors like Unilever and PepsiCo. This mono-material approach improves recyclability without […]
Nestle’s Strategy on Recyclable Multi-layer Laminates for Sustainable Packaging
The global multilayer flexible packaging market was valued at approximately USD 168.92 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach around USD 283.55 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 5.32% from 2025 to 2034. This surge underscores a fundamental industry tension, as complex multi-material structures preserve freshness and shelf life but remain among […]
Nestle’s Strategy on Compostable Biopolymers for Sustainable Packaging
The global compostable biopolymers market is set to grow rapidly, reaching USD 12.2 billion by 2030. Amidst this shift, Nestlé is making bold strides with a comprehensive innovation pipeline focused on bio-based formulations, scalable pilot programs, and ecosystem partnerships. As regulations tighten and consumer demand for sustainable products rises, compostable biopolymers are emerging as a […]
