We have resumed publication of The ULS Report! The new, April-May-June 2008 issue is available at www.use-less-stuff.com.
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Bob Lilienfeld, Editor
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Glad for the blog. Need more participation!
I had spoken with you after the publication of the 2007 Packaging Efficiency Study. My question at that time was whether any deeper studies were available on the total energy used/waste produced equation comparing one type of packaging to another.
As as example of what I am looking for: Does it take more overall resources (energy/waste/pollution produced) to manufacture multi-layered flexible packaging plastics versus a chipboard carton and medium density poly bag?
I believe the results of the 2007 PES, but I think it is only part of the picture and a "total impact" evaluation might be very interesting.
Hi
Just wanted to make you aware of two products I manufacture right out here in Iowa, USA.
One is a standalone degradable packing material that offers superb protection all by itself, for the the most fragile, heavy and liquid valuables. Made from lightly used and specially shredded corrugated cardboard, PrairieEcoPak closes the loop between trash and packaging. We've been tested and approved by UPS and the Michigan State University School of Packaging. AND we were evaluated by the FDA's BEES analysis for manufacturing carbon footprint and life cycle analysis, all with good grades. Check us out at www.PrairieEcoPak.com.
Also we make Prairie Bug Fire Starters made chemical free (no formaldehyde or arsening) with no carbon monoxide emissions (like most commercial firestarters). They too are made from our specially shredded recycled cardboard and natural hand-poured soy wax. These little bugs make great gifts for anyone who likes sitting round a fire, fireplace, wood stove, bonfire, firepit or chiminera. They are in an attractive box of 12 that light 12 separate fires. The box itself is cute and engages folks around stories they tell around campfires or inside fires.... and the idea of fire as a creative spark or the symbol for indominable human spirit. Check them out at www.PraireFireBugs.com.
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