A recently published article in the magazine Neue Verpackung 06/2024 and on the website www.neue-verpackung.de highlights the company BFT Verpackungen GmbH and its examination of the advantages and disadvantages of plastic packaging.
The article emphasizes that plastic packaging offers significant advantages in transport and storage due to its lightweight and flexibility, which can reduce both costs and environmental impact by lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, it provides an efficient barrier against air, moisture, and microorganisms, extending the shelf life of food and thus contributing to minimizing food waste.
Here is the link to the full article.
https://www.neue-verpackung.de/food/vor-und-nachteile-von-kunststoffverpackungen-231.html