In this fourth episode, Jane explores the functions of food packaging. Why is the evolution of human culture closely linked to food packaging functionalities? And what is the role of food packaging in enabling food industry and retail business models? What types of environmental impacts of food packaging should be considered when comparing options? And: Why is recycling not a silver-bullet solution when it comes to addressing the waste from food packaging?
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**Links and References**
Food packaging in the circular economy
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Geueke, B., Groh, K and J. Muncke (2018). “Food packaging in the circular economy: Overview of chemical safety aspects for commonly used materials.” Journal of Cleaner Production 193:491-505.
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Food Packaging Forum’s food packaging materials and recycling fact sheets [ Ссылка ]
Understanding Packaging Scorecard
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UN Food Systems Summit: FPF letter to the Scientific Committee
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Barriers to the circular economy
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Impacts of food contact chemicals on human health: a consensus statement
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