Circular Solutions in Cosmetic Wooden Packaging: The Road to Cradle to Cradle Certification – Moderated by Brodie Vander Dussen

Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring Charles van Reij, Global Lead Packaging at the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute, and Marleen Swart, Sustainability Director at Quadpack. Together, they will explore the journey of Woodacity®, Quadpack’s innovative and patented wooden packaging solution, as it moves towards Cradle to Cradle certification. The conversation will focus on the role of circularity in cosmetic wooden packaging, highlighting how Woodacity® aims to align with both the biological and technical loops of a circular economy. Charles will share insights into the rigorous certification process and what it means for safe, circular, and responsibly made products. Marleen will provide a behind-the-scenes look at how Quadpack is integrating sustainability at every stage of production, from responsible sourcing to design and end-of-life considerations. This discussion will delve into the challenges and opportunities of creating packaging that not only reduces environmental impact but also serves as a model for circular innovation in the cosmetics industry.