The 10 Sustainable Packaging Trends Defining 2026
Sustainable Design Lab · 2026-02-23 · 12 min
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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, Chris and Brodie walk through the 10 biggest sustainable packaging trends shaping 2026 , based on insights gathered from hundreds of suppliers, prototypes, regulatory developments, and real-world design challenges. What You’ll Learn: How to leverage fiber-based formats as a competitive advantage Why natural polymers represent required innovation in 2026 How specialty coatings unlock fiber functionality The path to premium sustainability How to build circular systems from day one Chris Bradley is the Chief Marketing Officer at Veritiv and co-host of the Sustainable Design Lab podcast. As a leading authority in sustainable packaging innovation, he specializes in helping companies navigate Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations and develop cost-effective sustainable packaging solutions.