Welcome to Tissue Weekly North America! Your new weekly newsletter on LinkedIn about the tissue market. Below, take a look at this week’s highlights: Company’s commitment to ethical business practices highlighted by Ethisphere for ninth yearKimberly-Clark, a leading company in the consumer products industry, has been awarded the World’s Most Ethical Companies® 2024 recognition by… read more
Jan/San & Disposables News
Why Statewide Needs Assessments Are Needed Before EPR
Understanding the Current State of a Recycling System is Key Extended producer responsibility, or EPR, is a waste management strategy typically used for hard-to-recycle materials. EPR is gaining attention in the U.S., mostly at the state level. State EPR legislation varies, but bills are focused on improving the recycling rates of materials commonly found in… read more
How New SEC Rules Impact Professional Cleaning Industry
On Wednesday, March 6, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) “adopted rules to enhance and standardize climate-related disclosures by public companies and in public offerings,” according to their press release. The news story says that the rules reflect the SEC’s continued efforts to respond to global investors “who demand consistent, comparable, and reliable information… read more
3 Reasons Why Compostable Cutlery is The Best Choice For Takeout Orders
Compostable and Biodegradable Cutlery is Better for the Environment Compostable cutlery is a great option because it is compostable, meaning it can be used to enrich soil for better plant growth. Our compostable cutlery is also biodegradable. Unlike traditional plastics, which can take hundreds of years to decompose, compostable cutlery will break down naturally in… read more
Global Foodservice News — March 1, 2024
Foodservice Equipment & Supplies Parts Town Adds Another Maker’s Parts To Inventory With customers on six continents, the manufacturer says international reach was a decisive factor in the new distribution partnership. Parts Town is now the exclusive distributor of OEM parts for Frontline Int’l., a manufacturer of oil management equipment. “The international reach of Parts… read more
Key Drivers Behind a Booming Cleaning Chemicals Market
According to findings from Research and Markets, the U.S. cleaning chemical products market is expected to grow from 2023-2028 due to several factors. These include a growing hygienic awareness among individuals and the rising incidents of various viral infections across the country, especially after the COVID-19 outbreak. The pandemic has raised awareness about the importance… read more
Sodexo, AstraZeneca Agree to Extension
Sodexo reinforced its contract of Food and Facilities Management Services with AstraZeneca in the UK, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Norway for a further 5-year period. Sodexo and AstraZeneca have built a trusting relationship over the years, with significant advances implemented to improve the daily lives of consumers. The collaboration between Sodexo and AstraZeneca began in… read more
Facts About Energy Use and The Paper Industry
Advancing Sustainability Through Energy Efficiency The paper industry plays a vital role in our daily lives. Paper is all around us in our homes, schools and offices. It’s a product to feel good about because the industry has taken steps to advance sustainability through energy efficiency. Understanding Energy Consumption in the Paper Industry Purchased energy… read more
Sofidel opens production in Duluth, Minnesota
The company celebrates the start of operations at its new facilities, promoting local development and community collaboration Sofidel, a leader in the paper products industry, celebrates a significant milestone with the start of its first production at its newly opened facility in Duluth, Minnesota. The company marks this moment as the beginning of a new… read more
Essity featured in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook for third consecutive year
Recognized company stands out among the top 10% selected globally for sustainable excellence Essity has been included, for the third consecutive year, in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook. Within the review of more than 9,400 companies worldwide, the company is part of the top 10% selected for this year’s Yearbook. S&P Global, an international financial… read more