What’s Your ROI on FPI?

Every year, we ask our members to decide whether or not they will continue to support FPI. Every year, we cross our fingers and hope members see their return on investment – and want to continue to invest. As members consider renewing, or potential members consider joining, it’s helpful to reflect on all that FPI […]

B2 School = Let the “Greening” Begin

It’s that time of year and kids are headed back to classrooms across the country. Big on everyone’s minds will likely be “greening” of the schools. Many schools around the country have a “Green Team” to teach students what to recycle in the cafeteria and promote various recycling and composting initiatives. But even before they […]

Don’t Let Summer Be a Bummer. Make It a Sensible One!

Summer is officially in full swing. How did it get to be July already? Many of us have been breaking out those picnic blankets, beach chairs, coolers and backpacks to enjoy the great outdoors. As you do so, here are a few things to remember when you bring along those much-needed refreshments: Play it safe […]

Legislative Updates – what is the latest?

It has been a tumultuous year for regulations addressing foodservice packaging. FPI has tracked 395 unique bills this year. These proposed regulations have ranged from state-level purchasing program requirements, to all out bans, and finally some iterations of an extended producer responsibility program. This year we saw policies related to single-use bags comprising 31 percent […]

The Packaging Awards are Back!

Although it feels like we were just announcing the winners for the 2017 Packaging Awards, it’s actually been nearly two years! So, once again, it’s time to announce the opening of the 10th bi-annual Foodservice Packaging Awards. Yes, you read that correctly. This is the 10th Foodservice Packaging Awards competition, supported by FPI and QSR […]