July 2025 – Page 72

Trane Technologies Recognized as a Leading Employer in the U.S. and India by Great Place to Work®

Posted on July 9, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

SWORDS, Ireland, July 9, 2025 /3BL/ – Trane Technologies (NYSE:TT), a global climate innovator, has been recognized for its dedication to fostering an empowering and uplifting workplace culture by Great Place To Work®. The company recently achieved Great Place To Work® Certification™ in the United States for the fifth consecutive year and secured a spot on India’s Best Companies To Work For list for the second consecutive year.

“Delivering on our purpose-driven strategy starts with our people and inclusive culture,” said Mairéad Magner, senior vice president and chief human resources officer, Trane Technologies. “Being recognized as a Great Place To Work® in the United States and India is a testament to the passion and commitment of our global team members. The more we prioritize and invest in their growth and development, the better we’re able to fuel our innovation, strengthen our culture and drive our overall growth as a company.”

To ensure our employees thrive, Trane Technologies offers comprehensive benefits to address the physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being needs of team members, their partners and dependent children, ensuring inclusive coverage that reflects the company’s culture. Trane Technologies also provides team members comprehensive learning and development solutions designed to further support career growth, including its tuition advancement program and Technician Apprenticeship Program (TAP) for aspiring technicians.

Trane Technologies is consistently recognized as a top employer globally with recent awards including being named to the Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list for the 13^th consecutive year and was ranked 6^th overall in the 2025 JUST 100. The company was also named to Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® list for the second consecutive year.

Trane Technologies is looking for passionate, pioneering people connected by a bold purpose. Visit our careers page to learn more.

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About Trane Technologies
Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator. Through our strategic brands Trane® and Thermo King®, and our portfolio of environmentally responsible products and services, we bring efficient and sustainable climate solutions to buildings, homes and transportation. Visit tranetechnologies.com.

About Great Place To Work®
As the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place To Work® brings 30 years of groundbreaking research and data to help every place become a great place to work for all. Their proprietary platform and For All™ Model helps companies evaluate the experience of every employee, with exemplary workplaces becoming Great Place To Work Certified™ or receiving recognition on a coveted Best Workplaces™ List. Learn more at greatplacetowork.com and follow Great Place To Work on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

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Retired Public Employees’ Association of California: Alleged CalPERS Financial Mismanagement Sparks Landmark Crowdfunding for Investigation

Posted on July 9, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

Retired Public Employees’ Association of California Demands Fiscal Accountability

SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a landmark move to ﬁnance a forensic investigation of CalPERS investment and management practices, the Retired Public Employees’ Association of California launched a crowdfunding effort into the nation’s largest public employee retirement system.

“CalPERS is underfunded, which is dangerous. This sends a clear message that our ﬁnancial futures are not negotiable.”

“For too long, questionable investment decisions and excessive management fees have raised red ﬂags without sufficient accountability,” stated RPEA President Margaret Brown. “This is a necessary action exposing possible wrongdoing, encouraging reform, and protecting our retirement beneﬁts from irresponsible actions,” Brown said.

RPEA’s advocacy and pressure through its membership and the public has caused CalPERS to make meaningful course corrections in the past. RPEA’s goal with this investigation is to compel a reduction of investment fees, curtail exposure to high-risk assets, and increase transparency of CalPERS operations.

“Our goal is not to criticize but to catalyze reform,” said J.J. Jelincic, former CalPERS Board Member and RPEA Health Beneﬁts Director. “CalPERS is underfunded, which is dangerous. This action sends a clear message that our ﬁnancial futures are not negotiable.”

RPEA believes CalPERS owes accountability to its 2.3 million members and can bolster reform for other retirement systems. To see the NBC breaking story about RPEA’s crowdfunding initiative, visit the RPEA website (https://www.rpea.com/). You may donate to the initiative at the website or visit: https://gofund.me/74000e82

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GameChange Solar Highlights Module Flexibility as Key Advantage in Safe Harbor Strategy for Utility-Scale Solar Projects

Posted on July 9, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

Module-flexible solar trackers enable developers to lock in tax credits while allowing future project changes

NORWALK, Conn., July 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Following the recent passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill”, GameChange Solar is ready to support utility-scale solar developers to establish “start of construction” for new projects to secure their eligibility for the full Investment Tax Credit (ITC). To preserve future project options, GameChange emphasizes the critical importance of designing projects with module flexibility to accommodate potential future module changes.

A key challenge for developers is how to proceed with procurement when final module selection has not been made. GameChange Solar addresses this issue with the module-flexible design of its Genius Tracker system. Featuring unpunched torque tubes, low-profile bearings, and SpeedClamps or flexible purlins, the system accommodates changes in module dimensions or mounting hole patterns without requiring costly field rework. This built-in flexibility allows developers to procure equipment early to secure ITC qualification, while preserving the option to finalize module selection at a later stage.

“Purchasing tracker components early, before final module selection, is one of the smartest ways developers can maintain ITC eligibility without locking themselves into a specific module supplier prematurely,” said Phil Vyhanek, President of GameChange Solar. “Our flexible designs allow developers to move forward with confidence, knowing they won’t face costly redesigns or construction delays later. In addition, we offer the protection of a fully USA domestic supply chain.”

This design approach supports both financial predictability and long-term ROI, especially in a landscape where evolving trade rules and market dynamics continue to affect module availability and pricing.

“The GameChange team is ready to help customers navigate these changes,” Vyhanek added. “Early action, paired with flexible hardware, can protect project economics and reduce regulatory uncertainty.”

For more information on safe harbor strategies and how GameChange Solar equipment supports flexible procurement and tax credit compliance, contact Brad Sherman, VP Business Development, GameChange Solar.

About GameChange Solar

GameChange is one of the top three global providers of solar tracker solutions used in utility-scale and ground-mounted distributed generation solar projects around the world. We have delivered over 43 GW of solar tracker and fixed tilt systems that combine fast installation, bankable quality, and unbeatable value through superior engineering, innovative design, and high-volume manufacturing. Our products enable solar panels at power plants to follow the sun’s movement across the sky and optimize plant performance while protecting the array from damaging weather conditions.

For more information, visit www.gamechangesolar.com.

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Taipower and RTL’s GridMetrix® demonstrate that the Taiwan grid can integrate more renewable energy safer and faster

Posted on July 9, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

LONDON, July 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) and Reactive Technologies (RTL) have published findings from their pioneering real-time inertia measurement initiative launched last year. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Taiwan’s green energy transition, ensuring grid reliability as more renewable energy sources are integrated into the grid. It also deepens the long-standing relationship between Taipower and RTL, following successful projects on frequency monitoring and spot inertia measurement.

System inertia is the power grid’s natural resistance to sudden changes in frequency, provided by the stored energy in rotating machines and other sources like motors and grid-forming inverters. It plays a critical role in maintaining grid stability by buffering against sudden fluctuations in electricity supply and demand. Traditionally provided by fossil fuel plants through the rotating mass of turbines, this inertia is declining as the use of renewable energy sources like wind and solar increase. As Taiwan transitions to greener energy, it needs to better understand this trend and identify new solutions to manage it.

Although renewables currently make up just 12% of Taiwan’s electricity mix (Taiwan Power Company, 2025), Taipower has proactively adopted RTL’s GridMetrix® platform to enhance system visibility and prepare for higher renewable penetration. The platform provides real-time grid stability insights, enabling data-driven decisions to optimize planning, save costs, and advance its 2050 goal of 60–70% renewable generation.

As part of this initiative, Taipower successfully measured grid inertia across its entire power network, uncovering a significant amount of “residual inertia”, the stabilizing force that remains in the system even when generation drops. This hidden reserve made up 34% of total system inertia, revealing that Taiwan’s grid is more robust than previously estimated. The finding confirms Taiwan’s strong position to safely and efficiently integrate more renewable energy.

This project is also notable as Taipower is one of the first grid operators globally to use a battery energy storage system (BESS) as a modulator for active, real-time inertia measurement.

Marc Borrett, CEO of Reactive Technologies says:

“This partnership with Taipower marks a pivotal moment in the global energy transition. By successfully demonstrating real-time inertia measurement across Taiwan’s grid, we’ve proven that it is possible to integrate renewable energy at scale without compromising stability. Taipower’s leadership and commitment to innovation is setting a powerful example for grid operators worldwide.”

Dr Wu Chin-Chung Ph.D, Vice President and Chief Digital Officer, Taiwan Power Company

“Through our collaboration with Reactive Technologies, we have gained better visibility into system inertia, allowing us to make smarter, data-driven decisions about renewable integration. We are proud to be at the forefront of innovation, working to deliver a secure and sustainable energy future for the people of Taiwan.”

The next phase of the project will see the deployment of a system inertia forecasting tool in late 2025. Leveraging AI and machine learning, the tool will analyze historical patterns alongside real-time grid data to generate day-ahead inertia forecasts, supporting more informed and proactive grid operations.

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TotalEnergies Joins PJM Interconnection, the Largest Power Grid in the United States

Posted on July 9, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

HOUSTON, July 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TotalEnergies has become a member of PJM Interconnection, enabling the Company’s U.S. trading arm to engage in both physical and financial product transactions in the largest wholesale electricity market in North America. The PJM grid meets the demand of 65 million end-users across the northeastern and mid-Atlantic United States.

Spread across 13 states, PJM offers an extensive network and resources, including real-time and day-ahead energy markets. TotalEnergies can now access PJM’s advanced market tools and data, enabling its Houston-based power trading hub to serve its customers and optimize its energy portfolio.

TotalEnergies in the United States
TotalEnergies is deploying its integrated energy model across the United States, where it has been active since 1957. The Company has invested nearly $11 billion in the U.S., in the past three years alone, to accelerate development in oil, LNG, and low carbon electricity. With over 10 million tons of output in 2024, TotalEnergies is the leading exporter of U.S. liquefied natural gas and is integrated throughout the LNG value chain, with upstream gas production assets in Texas and offshore U.S. The U.S. is also a key market for the deployment of TotalEnergies’ Integrated Power strategy – with 10 GW of onshore utility-scale solar, wind and battery storage, installed and under construction. In March 2025, S&P Global Ratings assigned an ‘A+’ issuer credit rating to TotalEnergies Holdings USA, with a stable outlook, reflecting the 100% owned affiliate’s strong financial position. Find out more about TotalEnergies’ U.S. presence here.

About TotalEnergies
TotalEnergies is a global integrated energy company that produces and markets energies: oil and biofuels, natural gas, biogas and low-carbon hydrogen, renewables and electricity. Our more than 100,000 employees are committed to providing as many people as possible with energy that is more reliable, more affordable and more sustainable. Active in about 120 countries, TotalEnergies places sustainability at the heart of its strategy, its projects and its operations.

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A Look at How Healthcare Technology Is Improving Wildlife Conservation

Posted on July 9, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

Geoff Martha, Medtronic CEO, and his wife recently visited the Wildlife Science Center to see how Medtronic healthcare technology is helping improve wildlife conservation. Read Geoff’s post on LinkedIn:

Recently, my wife and I had the chance to visit the Wildlife Science Center in Minnesota and see something truly special. Over the past few years, Medtronic has been collaborating with the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute and the Wildlife Science Center to use our LINQ™ cardiac monitors in a completely unexpected way — on wolves and other wild species. With the help of Tim Laske and the amazing team at the Center, research is well underway to build a deeper understanding of wolf physiology that can help improve both wild conservation and captive care, including for critically endangered species like the red wolf and Mexican grey wolf. Animals around the world are being implanted with our LINQ™ cardiac monitors to continue learning more about their physiology, response to the environment and help track endangered species as well.

What makes this project particularly special is the dedication of Medtronic employees who volunteer their time and expertise to support this important work. Their commitment exemplifies Tenet 6 of our Mission: to be a good citizen — globally. I left inspired by the passion of our people, our research partners, and reminded how far technology and compassion can reach — even into the wild.

Watch how LINQ is advancing conservation science and helping to improve quality of life in wolves: https://bit.ly/4dOKL7G
Learn more about the Wildlife Science Center: https://bit.ly/4dRugb5

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FedEx Cultivates Young Entrepreneurs at the 2025 FedEx/JA International Trade Challenge

Posted on July 9, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

TOKYO, July 9, 2025 /3BL/ – Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, announced the six winners of the 2025 FedEx/Junior Achievement International Trade Challenge (FedEx/JA ITC) Japan Finals. These talented individuals will move forward to compete in the FedEx/JA ITC Asia Pacific regional finals, scheduled for August 2025.

For 17 years, FedEx has partnered with JA Japan to nurture the future leaders of Japan’s business community. The ITC program involves students in team-based activities and specialized workshops, focusing on global trade, and facilitated by FedEx and JA Japan. This initiative aims to provide young entrepreneurs with essential skills for their future success.

This year, the students were challenged to develop a market entry strategy targeting China for a sustainable product that reduces fast fashion waste from returns. Their ideas showcased critical thinking, creativity, and a deep understanding of sustainable business solutions relevant to today’s global landscape.

The six students who will represent Japan at the regionals are:
Names of students: Miki Kamochi, Haruki Kawamata
School location: Tokyo, Japan
Product: DimensionView
Product presented: A compact stick device that connects to monitors to display clothing images in actual, real-world sizes on screens. This allows online shoppers to view garments in true scale, minimizing sizing errors and contributing to lower return rates.

Names of students: Tomoharu Hayakawa, Yui Motoishi
School location: Tokyo, Japan
Product: SnapFit
Product presented: An app-enabled solution that captures body measurements and applies them to a personalized avatar, allowing users to try on clothing virtually. This tool is designed to reduce return rates caused by inaccurate sizing or mismatched style preferences.

Names of students: Sumire Yamamoto, Riyo Shimizu
School location: Tokyo, Japan
Product: StitchSnap
Product presented: A service that prints photos onto fabric using images submitted by users. Inspired by the fan culture boom in China, users can create customized items like t-shirts and bags with their favorite photos. By utilizing fabric from discarded clothing, this solution also helps reduce textile waste resulting from product returns.

At the regional finals in Singapore, the winners from Japan will be paired with students from other markets and compete against finalists from Hong Kong, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. This offers a unique opportunity for Japanese students to collaborate, exchange ideas, and engage in constructive discussions with peers from diverse cultural backgrounds.

“We are truly impressed by the creativity and dedication displayed by all of the ITC student participants this year. Their critical thinking skills and ability to develop innovative solutions highlight their potential as future business leaders for Japan and the global community,” said Ken McMahon, Managing Director, Asia-Pacific Customer Solutions & Special Services, FedEx. “The FedEx/JA ITC program is an important step in helping students develop the skills and confidence needed to navigate the complexities of the global marketplace and an increasingly uncertain future.”

Since its introduction to Japan in 2008, FedEx/JA ITC has continued to strengthen its commitment to helping students better understand the nuances of international trade. So far, the program has attracted over 2,400 high school students.

More information about the 2025 FedEx/JA ITC can be found on the JA Japan website https://www.ja-japan.org/contests/ITC.html.

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EVerged Partners with AMPECO to Deploy 5,000+ EV Charging Points Across North America

Posted on July 9, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

VIENNA, Va., July 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EVerged, a North American energy technology company, today announced a strategic partnership with AMPECO, a leading EV charging management platform provider, to rapidly scale EV charging infrastructure, targeting over 5,000 points within two years across public and private networks.

The partnership addresses a critical industry challenge: charging reliability. EVerged will leverage AMPECO’s comprehensive EV charging management platform to deliver consistent uptime and enhanced EV driver experiences while maintaining rapid deployment schedules across both AC and DC charging solutions.

“AMPECO’s platform gives us instant visibility when chargers go down and resolves most issues remotely, dramatically improving our operational efficiency,” said Peter Ruzich, COO at EVerged. “We can now provide the reliable charging experience drivers expect while scaling at the pace the market demands.”

The collaboration began with EVerged managing San Diego’s public charging network, which required a unified platform for all municipal EV chargers. In the approved agreement, the San Diego City Council aimed to add hundreds of new charging stations at public facilities throughout the city in the next five years, approximately 4000 charge points in total: 2500 public and 1500 municipal. This initial deployment demonstrated AMPECO’s capabilities and now serves as the foundation for EVerged’s national expansion strategy targeting key metropolitan areas across the United States. The partnership addresses industry-wide reliability problems where charging stations can remain offline for weeks, resulting in significant revenue losses and poor driver experiences that hinder EV adoption.

“This partnership marks a turning point in how we approach EV charging at scale,” said Jefferson W. Smith, CEO of EVerged. “By integrating AMPECO’s powerful platform, we’re eliminating the reliability issues that have plagued the industry and building a foundation for EV infrastructure that is resilient, scalable, and driver-first. It’s a leap forward not just for EVerged, but for the future of clean transportation across North America.”

AMPECO’s platform provides real-time monitoring with instant alerts, remote diagnostics that automatically resolve 70-80% of issues without costly on-site visits, and comprehensive analytics for proactive customer support. Beyond basic charging management, the platform enables EVerged to transform charging stations into customer engagement tools through integrated promotional capabilities, with successful promotions including free charging initiatives that drive utilization and create memorable experiences. The system’s advanced partner management features also provide customized dashboards and reporting capabilities, allowing EVerged to efficiently scale operations while meeting diverse stakeholder requirements across its expanding network.

“EVerged exemplifies the forward-thinking companies driving change in North America’s EV charging landscape,” said Michael Greenberg, Senior Vice President Growth at AMPECO. “Their focus on reliability and driver experience aligns perfectly with our mission to provide flexible, scalable software for successful EV charging operations. We’re proud to support their ambitious growth with our hardware-agnostic platform.”

The partnership demonstrates how combining advanced EV charging software with innovative deployment strategies can solve the industry’s reliability challenge while accelerating sustainable transportation adoption. As EVerged continues its rapid expansion, the collaboration sets new standards for operational excellence in North American EV charging infrastructure.

About AMPECO

AMPECO enables large-scale EV charging providers to launch and scale their business operations under their brand. The company offers a white-label and hardware-agnostic EV charging management platform to cover all EV charging business cases. It has a comprehensive out-of-the-box feature set that allows quick go-to-market while providing unmatched flexibility and extensibility via API to enable businesses to build their differentiators. AMPECO supports more than 160 charging network operators in over 65 countries. It has been globally recognized by Frost & Sullivan, Financial Times, Forbes, Deloitte, and PwC for its technological product innovation and strategic business development. https://www.ampeco.com/

About EVerged

EVerged is a leading energy solutions company specializing in renewable energy and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. EVerged develops eco-friendly EV charging systems that integrate with renewable energy and smart grid technology, reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable transportation. Offering consultation, design, implementation, and support, EVerged aims to create a grid-positive operating environment. EVerged is scaling its efforts to deploy EV supply equipment nationwide, reinforcing its role in advancing clean energy and sustainable mobility. Learn more at everged.com.

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Cascale Supports Launch of Apparel and Textile Transformation Initiative (ATTI)

Posted on July 9, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

Cascale was proud to join global apparel leaders in London for the official launch of the Apparel and Textile Transformation Initiative (ATTI) – a manufacturer-led, nationally grounded, and globally coordinated effort to accelerate environmental transformation across the apparel and textile sector.

Convened by the International Apparel Federation (IAF) and the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF), the event drew manufacturers, brands, federations, and civil society into a unified call for bold, localized action and a rebalancing of industry systems to better support those driving production.

Opening remarks from Matthijs Crietee (IAF secretary general) and Cem Altan (IAF president) laid the foundation for a day focused on structural change, while Christian Schindler (ITMF director general) emphasized that ATTI is designed not to compete with existing initiatives but to fill a critical gap; centering manufacturers in transformation efforts that have often been brand-led or fragmented.

Lindita Xhaferi-Salihu, business engagement lead for global climate action at UN Climate Change, spoke to the complexity of the current moment, urging the industry to move beyond isolated efforts and toward truly collaborative models that include policy, finance, and operational stakeholders. She emphasized that the pressure cannot fall solely on sustainability teams, and that systems change demands cross-functional and cross-sector alignment.

The core focus of the event was unpacking the ATTI model, which first prioritizes a needs assessments and collaborative solution design. From there, implementation can expand toward national chapters, which are to be decided. Speakers such as Miran Ali (ATTI global council, Bangladesh) and Selçuk Mehmet Kaya (İHKİB sustainability committee president) spoke candidly about the ongoing mismatch between brand expectations and manufacturer realities, citing rising demands with little corresponding support. Both emphasized the need for greater accountability from brands and a commitment to shared investment in decarbonization.

From the brand side, Fernando de Bunes (Inditex’s chief risk officer) and Felicity Tapsell (BESTSELLER’s head of responsible sourcing) affirmed their support for ATTI’s practical, country-focused structure. They stressed the importance of building transformation plans that respond to the national context and working directly with manufacturers to identify systemic barriers.

Later in the program, Eva von Alvensleben, executive director of The Fashion Pact, framed ATTI as a much-needed mechanism to connect initiatives, scale impact, and ensure manufacturers have a seat at the table. She highlighted the role of coalition-building to unlock industry-wide transformation, even when the path is complex and sometimes messy.

Andrew Martin, executive vice president at Cascale, highlighted the alignment between ATTI and the Industry Decarbonization Roadmap (IDR), a collaborative, industry-wide initiative to accelerate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions across the textile, apparel, and footwear value chain, aiming for a 45 percent reduction by 2030. It moves the industry from ambition to measurable action — prioritizing high-impact facilities while supporting scalable, inclusive, and commercially viable pathways to decarbonization. Initially catalyzed by Cascale and the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii), the IDR is now designed as an open, evolving platform for collective industry leadership and action.

Martin described ATTI as a natural complement to the IDR’s goals of supporting national transformation pathways with global coordination: “Manufacturers know what needs to be done. What they’re asking for is alignment. Not ten different targets and twenty different timelines from brands. Brand alignment came out as the top barrier in our recent polling of manufacturers at our Cascale Forum event in Ho Chi Minh City – not finance, not tech. Alignment.”

He also emphasized the importance of avoiding duplication and building trust through meaningful support. “We’re bringing what we can — harmonized data, brand engagement, and credible partnerships. But this only works if manufacturers are the ones leading the agenda.”

Andres Bragagnini, senior manager of strategic engagement at Aii, underscored the need for coordinated action that integrates technical solutions, financing mechanisms, and manufacturer-led planning. He outlined how ATTI complements the IDR’s intent to focus action in high-impact production countries by putting solutions directly into manufacturers’ hands.

As the event concluded, speakers and participants agreed that ATTI represents a fresh opportunity to address climate targets through grounded, practical collaboration. With manufacturers leading, brands aligning, and organizations like Cascale and Aii providing trusted support, the industry has a clearer path to deliver on its 2030 climate goals.

“This is a dream come true,” Martin concluded. “For years, we’ve been trying to connect the dots – harmonizing data, aligning with brand expectations, and localizing implementation. ATTI brings all of that together, but crucially, it puts manufacturers in the driver’s seat.”

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Why Aseptic Cartons Matter in Global Food Systems

Posted on July 9, 2025 by sHq_LoGiNz

We explore why packaging matters—how cartons ensure food safety, what happens after they’re used, and how we can keep their materials in circulation.

Most of us don’t often consider what happens to our milk or juice cartons once they’re empty. But the truth is, cartons do more than just contain food and drink—they protect it. Through a combination of aseptic technology and packaging-material structure, they help preserve the colour, texture, and taste of perishable food, keeping it safe for longer without the need for refrigeration or preservatives.

By extending shelf-life and allowing perishable food to be transported and stored without cooling, cartons help increase food accessibility while reducing food waste—a win for both people and the planet.

“People tend to take food packaging for granted,” says Lars Holmquist, Executive Vice President Sustainability at Tetra Pak. “But as the global population grows and pressures on resources increase, it is crucial to view food packaging in a holistic way. Packaging must provide better access to perishable food while protecting people and the planet.”

A circular future for materials

Unlike fossil fuel-based single-use packaging, cartons are primarily made from paperboard sourced from FSC™-certified forests and other controlled sources. This means they come from renewable materials that can be replenished, when sourced responsibly. It also gives them a lower carbon footprint compared to single-use packaging made primarily from fossil fuel-based materials in the dairy and juice categories¹—a small switch that can make a big difference.

“As the global population grows and pressures on resources increase, it is crucial to view food packaging in a holistic way. Packaging must provide better access to perishable food while protecting people and the planet.”

A carton’s value doesn’t end after it is used. Where collection, sorting, and recycling infrastructure exists at scale, cartons can be recycled. When repurposed, their high-quality paper fibres can be transformed into new products like boxes and shopping bags, while non-fibre materials can find new life in warehouse pallets, crates, outdoor furniture, floor panels, and even car parts.

The power of collective action

The challenge of transforming an empty carton into something else of value requires more than just infrastructure—it demands awareness, participation, and collective action.

“As a world leader in food processing and packaging solutions, we are in a unique position to drive the sustainability transformation of food systems,” says Lars Holmquist. “We are constantly working with stakeholders across the recycling value chain to strengthen carton-recycling infrastructure as well, making it more efficient and widely available.”

Governments, businesses, and consumers must work together to ensure that recycling systems are efficient, accessible, and widely adopted. Investments in sorting and collection technology are critical, and so is fostering a culture where recycling is second nature.

The power of the carton

Sustainability is not a destination, but a journey—one that evolves with innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment. By continuously developing new materials, helping to improve recycling processes, and working alongside communities and policymakers, leaders in the packaging industry are shaping the future of the food system for generations to come.

Because when you recycle a carton, you’re not just disposing of something you no longer need: you’re actively keeping valuable materials in use and contributing to a more resilient and sustainable world. And that’s a simple choice that makes a lasting impact.

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