PODCAST: Global Packaging Innovation and Sustainability with Luciana Pellegrino

Episode Title: Global Packaging Innovation and Sustainability with Luciana Pellegrino

Guest: Luciana Pellegrino, President of the World Packaging Organization

Summary

In this episode, Cory Connors welcomes Luciana Pellegrino to discuss her journey in the packaging industry, her leadership at the World Packaging Organization (WPO), and the global mission to improve packaging sustainability. Luciana shares her background, starting from her early career in Brazil, her 20-year tenure on the WPO board, and her current role as president. She highlights WPO’s initiatives including the World Star Awards, training programs, and partnerships with organizations like UNIDO and Wageningen University. The conversation also explores packaging’s role in climate impact, food loss, and the importance of collaboration and education.

Key Topics Discussed

• Luciana’s professional journey and leadership in the packaging industry
• The mission and global reach of the World Packaging Organization
• World Star Awards and their role in recognizing packaging innovation
• Training programs and online courses offered by WPO
• Collaborations with UNIDO and Wageningen University on packaging expertise
• Packaging design for recyclability and climate impact
• Food loss and waste as a contributor to methane emissions
• WPO’s participation in COP 28 and COP 30
• Extended producer responsibility and global sustainability legislation
• Consumer behavior and the role of governments in waste management

Resources Mentioned

• World Packaging Organization
• UNIDO (United Nations Industrial Development Organization)
• Wageningen University
• FSSC Foundation
• World Star Awards

Contact

Listeners interested in WPO initiatives or global packaging sustainability can visit worldpackaging.org or follow WPO on social media.

Closing Thoughts

Cory and Luciana emphasize the importance of innovation, collaboration, and education in driving sustainable packaging solutions. They encourage professionals and organizations to engage with WPO and contribute to a more sustainable future through better packaging.

Thank you for tuning in to Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors!

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