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Exploring the value of reuse for our planet - and modern supply chains.

The Inner Loop™ Library

Discover the latest insights, innovations, and success stories in the world of reusable transport packaging. From sustainability strategies to industry trends and practical tools, the Inner Loop Library is your go-to resource for reducing waste and rethinking logistics. Join us as we explore how reuse is shaping a cleaner, more efficient future.

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December 30, 2021

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Two major government actions to boost the U.S. recycling system occurred in November 2021.  Improvement, actually transformation, is needed on a stagnant 32% solid waste recycling rate especially if efforts…

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December 14, 2021

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Leslie LeMair, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Georg Utz North America, joins Reusable Packaging Association CEO Tim Debus to share the story behind the company’s innovative frame tray product line developed for OSRAM Continental. They also discuss current trends shaping automotive packaging in today’s rapidly evolving marketplace.

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November 15, 2021

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Steve Statler, Senior Vice President of Marketing for Wiliot, joins Reusable Packaging Association Chief Marketing Officer Hillary McCutcheon to discuss the company’s cloud platform and IoT Pixel technology—tiny computers that enable real-time tracking of reusable packaging, from bottles to pallets, enhancing visibility and efficiency across the supply chain.

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November 3, 2021

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RTI Blockchain co-founders Milou Klooster & Yves du Bios join RPA CEO Tim Debus to discuss the RTI dashboard and how the technology is enabling reusable packaging systems and creating new efficiencies in the marketplace.

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November 1, 2021

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Single-use packaging is subject to volatile raw material sourcing, commodity markets, and manufacturing capacities.  Reusable packaging breaks the dependency on incessant resource supply and production means, offering product inventory stability…

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October 14, 2021

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Experts discuss the latest smart packaging technologies for supply chains, showcasing how current solutions enable unit load and case-level visibility. Guests include Shawn Stockman (OnePak), Scott Hurley (Roambee), Tim Watson (SMART Logistics), and Scott Schwalbe (NimbeLink), highlighting innovations that improve efficiency, resilience, and value in operations.

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September 8, 2021

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La Colombe, Thermo King Win the 2021 Excellence in Reusable Packaging Award Reusable packaging product and service suppliers Schoeller Allibert and Black Forest Container Systems (La Colombe) and Reusability (Thermo…

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August 17, 2021

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The Reusable Packaging Pavilion at PACK EXPO Las Vegas takes place September 27-29 in Las Vegas, NV, with RPA member exhibitors of reusable transport packaging products and related services. Here,...

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August 11, 2021

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Walmart made a major commitment in February to reduce the carbon footprint from the lifecycle of its products, including its supply chain, by 20 million metric tons of carbon dioxide between now and 2015. This is equivalent to the annual greenhouse gas emissions of 3.8 million passenger vehicles.

Walmart made a major commitment in February to reduce the carbon footprint from the lifecycle of its products, including its supply chain, by 20 million metric tons of carbon dioxide between now and 2015. This is equivalent to the annual greenhouse gas emissions of 3.8 million passenger vehicles.