The Sustainable Packaging Coalition is a membership-based collaborative that believes in the power of industry to make packaging more sustainable. As the leading voice on sustainable packaging, we are passionate about creating packaging that is good for people and good for the environment.

 

 

How2Recycle is a standardized labeling system that clearly communicates disposal instructions to the public. It involves a coalition of forward thinking brands who want their packaging to be recycled and are empowering consumers through smart packaging labels.

 

The Recycled Material Standard (RMS) enables participating brands and suppliers to celebrate their sustainability efforts that collectively advance the use of recycled materials. The standard establishes requirements necessary to assure accuracy and transparency of claims with the support of a robust third party certification system.

 

 

GreenBlue events give all participants a seat at the table, present them with trustworthy and compelling information, and help them prioritize progress across the value chain over any one organization’s agenda.

How2Compost is the sister labeling system to How2Recycle. The two labeling systems are set up to comprehensively communicate disposal instructions to the public when an item has both recyclable and compostable packaging components.

 

CleanGredients is a database of chemical ingredients safe for humans and the environment. Ingredients listed in CleanGredients are evaluated against standards set by the EPA’s Safer Choice program, ensuring they can be used by formulators in products meeting the Safer Choice criteria.

 

As a member of How2Recycle, your team will be taking a real step towards transparency and circularity. Consumers agree: 84% tell us they are more likely to buy a product that includes a How2Recycle label. By making a commitment to better disposal communication on your packaging, you’re showing that you support a future where we empower consumers to recycle with confidence.

Membership Overview

Get In Touch

Get in touch with us at how2recycle@greenblue.org. Whether your company is a brand, material manufacturer, or converter, our team will guide you through the process of joining How2Recycle. You will need to sign an agreement with How2Recycle and may need to fulfill an annual membership fee, depending on your company type.

You’re A Member!

Submit unique package specifications on the H2R Member Platform and receive a customized label + feedback. Depending on your membership type, this will be the label that is suited for on-package use or a Pre-qualification of the How2Recycle label.

Measure + Expand

The H2R Member Platform allows you to analyze the recyclability of your packaging, make R&D requests, and continue to improve the recyclability of your portfolio. You may request as many How2Recycle labels as you’d like; set goals for scaling up that make sense to your team and timelines.


Membership Dues