Bio-based plastic to cover Sam's produce

Oct. 24, 2005
NatureWorks LLC and the Sam's Club division of Wal-Mart Stores Inc co-presented the results of a year-long program to introduce NatureWorks PLA in fresh-cut produce packaging at Sam's Club and Wal-Mart Super Centers.

At the 2005 Sustainable Packaging Forum, NatureWorks LLC and the Sam's Club division of Wal-Mart Stores Inc co-presented the results of a year-long program to introduce NatureWorks PLA in fresh-cut produce packaging at Sam's Club and Wal-Mart Super Centers. The clear, thermoformed packaging will begin to appear in stores nationwide beginning in November 2005, starting with fresh-cut fruit, herbs, strawberries, and Brussels sprouts.

“With this change to packaging made from corn, we will save the equivalent of 800,000 gallons of gasoline and reduce more than 11 million pounds of greenhouse gas emissions from polluting our environment,” said Matt Kistler, vice-president–product development and private brands with Sam's Club.

Made from Midwestern field corn, NatureWorks PLA is a bio-based plastic that can be used in packaging applications from clear food containers to beverage bottles. The material provides the convenience, look, feel, and performance of petroleum-based plastic packaging—while being made from a 100% annually renewable natural resource.

About the Author

from staff and wire reports

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of FleetOwner, create an account today!

Sponsored Recommendations

The Road Ahead: 2025 Trucking and Fleet Insights

Discover how fleet operators are impacted by challenges like driver onboarding delays and complex compliance, and the critical need for technology to boost efficiency and cut ...

Driving Growth: How to Manage More Freight

Ready to grow your trucking business? Whether you have 25 or 200 trucks, this guide offers practical tips and success stories to help you expand with confidence. Discover how ...

How to Maximize Fleet Management with Vehicle Bypass

Join us on February 18th to learn how truck weigh station bypass systems boost fleet performance and driver satisfaction.

Optimizing your fleet safety program using AI

Learn how AI supports fleet safety programs with tools for compliance monitoring, driver coaching and incident analysis to reduce risks and improve efficiency.