sustainable material choice for packaging is . There are so many variables to consider around raw material sourcing , functionality , recyclability and the like . Paper , plastic , glass , metal – each material has its advantages depending on use , and a different environmental impact .

Many Life Cycle Assessments do not take into consideration waste pollution or the end-of-life impacts of materials , nor the benefits of using a truly renewable raw material in production , like wood for producing paper . At Mondi we believe paper should be used wherever possible , and plastic only when useful . There is no doubt that plastic has an important role to play , for example , for medical

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