Ep. 37 - "Are Labels Really Sustainable?” with Christopher Doerr, President of Validators

Product & Packaging Powerhouse

In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" episode featuring Megan Young Gamble and powerhouse guest Chris Doerr, conversation explores sustainable labeling and packaging technologies. With over thirty years of experience, Chris shares insights on the various types of labels and the shift to sustainable practices. He emphasizes the importance of recycling and offers practical tips on reducing landfill waste through methods like composting, recycling LDPE bags, and leveraging digital technologies such as RFID and NFC to educate consumers. As labels are vital in multiple industries, Chris's expertise provides valuable guidance on incorporating sustainability and technology in packaging.

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdoerrprofile/
• Company Validators for Full-Service Packaging Services : https://www.validatorsllc.com
• Company Simplify INC for Print & Packaging Consulting : https://www.validatorsllc.com/products-and-services/simplify-ink/
• View Chris Patents U.S Patent #'s: 5,658,648; 6,267,152 B1; and 6,845,581 B2:
• https://youtu.be/L2Rc8oTOtd8?si=lSO3sNVvdvofbZXW
• Composting in Atlanta : https://www.compostnow.org/growth/compostnow-compost-services-atlanta

Quotes and Hooks

1. After a while, I realized there's no new technology on the horizon that's gonna replace labels.
2. Less is just smart, and using less and being smart has been around since the beginning of time.
3. Your packaging has to be more than recyclable; it has to actually get recycled.
4. Zero landfill should be the real goal; not just recycling claims.
5. Most people don’t know if a label should be removed before recycling, and that’s a problem.
6. Just because you use less material doesn’t mean it’s sustainable.