Chicago, IL; May 7th, 2025 - In a world increasingly focused on packaging sustainability and circularity, Packaging World's Packaging Recycling Summit (PRS) offers packaging professionals a premier opportunity to advance their sustainability goals. Scheduled for June 25-27, 2025 at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas Resort & Spa in Irving, TX, PRS presents a focused agenda for education and collaboration with key stakeholders across the CPG packaging supply chain.

The third annual Packaging Recycling Summit will bring together brand owners, retailers, packaging material and equipment suppliers, reprocessors and materials recovery facilities (MRFs). Over 40 educational sessions will explore topics including designing for recyclability, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations, advanced recycling technologies, materials innovation, and effective consumer education strategies.

Leading industry experts from across the packaging value chain will share insights on navigating the evolving sustainability landscape. The program features keynote presentations, industry spotlights, CPG talks, interactive roundtables, and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Matt Reynolds, Chief Editor of Packaging World, will deliver the welcome address, setting the stage for three days of in-depth discussions on packaging circularity. "As we head into year three, PRS25 will build on the momentum of previous summits by addressing the most pressing opportunities and challenges in designing packaging for circularity and recyclability," said Reynolds.

Among the standout sessions, Jeff Fielkow, CEO of Circular Action Alliance, will share valuable insights on EPR initiatives in the United States, exploring program development, regulatory frameworks, and implementation strategies. Additional EPR-focused sessions will examine programs in Oregon, Colorado, and California, offering critical knowledge for brands preparing for new compliance requirements.

The summit will feature practical case studies on material innovations, including Duracell's transition to paper-based packaging that has significantly reduced plastic use and carbon emissions. Attendees will also learn about advancements in flexible packaging recyclability, PCR content integration, and AI-powered waste recovery systems.

Exclusive research findings will be presented in several sessions, including a roundtable on evolving trends in sustainability and materials use, featuring the latest data from PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. Another session will showcase a study on post-consumer recycled stretch film that demonstrates how businesses can improve sustainability without sacrificing performance or cost efficiency.

Morning roundtable discussions will provide intimate forums for attendees to engage with experts on topics ranging from recycling education strategies to deposit return systems and ways for CPG companies to improve recycled content returns.

Registration is now open, with Early-Bird rates extended until May 16, 2025. A limited number of sponsorship opportunities are also available.

For more information, please visit: www.packagingrecyclingsummit.com

About PMMI
PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, represents more than 1,000 manufacturers and suppliers of equipment, components, and materials as well as providers of related equipment and services to the packaging and processing industry. We work to advance a variety of industries by connecting consumer goods companies with manufacturing solutions through the world-class PACK EXPO portfolio of trade shows, leading trade media, and a wide range of resources to empower our members. The PACK EXPO trade shows unite the world of packaging and processing to advance the industries they serve: PACK EXPO International, PACK EXPO Las Vegas, PACK EXPO East, PACK EXPO Southeast, EXPO PACK México, and EXPO PACK Guadalajara. PMMI Media Group connects manufacturers to the latest solutions, trends and innovations in packaging and processing year-round through brands including Packaging World, ProFood World, Healthcare Packaging, OEM, Contract Manufacturing and Packaging, and Mundo EXPO PACK. PMMI Business Drivers assist members in pursuing operational excellence through workforce development initiatives, deliver actionable business intelligence on economic, market, and industry trends to support members' growth strategies, and actively connect the supply chain throughout the year.

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