Reducing Our Packaging Waste With Elizabeth Corbett

Packaging waste accounts for around 40% of plastic waste around the world. Tens of millions of it go straight to landfills and their recyclability is simply ignored. Sustainable packaging expert Elizabeth Corbett is here to discuss what must be done to reduce our seemingly endless packaging waste. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, she presents innovative and greener solutions that could solve this alarming problem, from reusable containers to accessible refill systems. Elizabeth also discusses how consumers can contribute to boost the use of eco-friendly packaging and what must be changed in the federal government to finally solve the United States’ broken garbage system. About Guest: Elizabeth Corbett is leading a revolution in sustainable packaging, helping brands across cannabis, health & beauty, and consumer goods industries make their packaging smarter and greener. Over her 25+ year career, Elizabeth has built and led $100M+ sales teams, developed growth strategies, and designed packaging solutions for iconic brands like Estée Lauder, Starbucks’ Teavana, Privateer/Tilray, and Martha Stewart CBD, combining elegance with eco responsibility. Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ecorbett/  Guest Website: https://aeglobal.com/  Show Notes: Raw audio • The Alarming Statistics Of Packaging Waste - 02:05 • Innovative Ways In Getting Rid Of Plastic Packaging - 06:08 • Benefits Of Using Reusable Containers - 14:27 • Rise Of Sustainability In Brand And Business Building - 20:23 • Building Brands While Prioritizing Recyclability - 32:41 • Insights On Novel Packaging Materials - 38:06 • How The Federal Government Blocks Plastic Recycling - 40:27 • Building A 100% Sustainable Organization - 43:31 • Appreciating Durability And Prioritizing Reuse Of Goods - 46:10 • Closing Words And Episode Wrap-up - 48:42 Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform – and join the Care More Be Better Community! When you visit our website and join our email list, you’ll receive a FREE 5-Step Guide To Unleash Your Inner Activist! Website: https://www.caremorebebetter.com (https://www.caremorebebetter.com/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better  Twitter: https://twitter.com/caremorebebettr  Join the Care More. Be Better. Community! (Social Links Below) Website: https://www.caremorebebetter.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveJg5mSfeTf0l4otrxgUfg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better  Twitter: https://twitter.com/caremorebebettr  Clubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/care-more-be-better  Support Care More. Be Better: A Social Impact + Sustainability Podcast Care More. Be Better. is not backed by any company. We answer only to our collective conscience. As a listener, reader, and subscriber you are part of this pod and this community and we are honored to have your support. If you can, please help finance the show (https://www.caremorebebetter.com/donate). Thank you, now and always, for your support as we get this thing started!