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Montana’s Fight Over Single-Use Plastic Bans: A Case with National Implications

Efforts to regulate single-use plastic packaging are gaining momentum nationwide, but Montana stands out as a battleground for this contentious issue. The “Big Sky Country” state has become a microcosm of the larger debate over who should have the power to regulate plastic packaging — state governments or local communities. State-Level Pushback: A Ban on Bans With legal battles, citizen initiatives and legislative roadblocks, the cases and situation in Montana could set a precedent for how other states — and even the nation — approach single-use plastics. House Bill 407 (2021): Montana’s legislature passed HB 407 in 2021, a “ban…

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Montana’s Fight Over Single-Use Plastic Bans: A Case with National Implications
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Elyse Blye

Jan 28, 2025

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Montana’s Fight Over Single-Use Plastic Bans: A Case with National Implications
Packaging & Containers
Elyse Blye • Jan 28, 2025

Montana’s Fight Over Single-Use Plastic Bans: A Case with National Implications

Efforts to regulate single-use plastic packaging are gaining momentum nationwide, but Montana stands out as a battleground for this contentious issue. The “Big Sky Country” state has become a microcosm of the larger debate over who should have the power to regulate plastic packaging — state governments or local communities. State-Level Pushback: A Ban on Bans With legal battles, citizen initiatives and legislative roadblocks, the cases and situation in Montana could set a precedent for how other states — and even the nation — approach single-use plastics. House Bill 407 (2021): Montana’s legislature passed HB 407 in 2021, a “ban…
The Future of Plastic Recycling: Game-Changing Innovations and Policies
Recycling & Waste Management Services
Yee-Wah Chow • Jan 22, 2025

The Future of Plastic Recycling: Game-Changing Innovations and Policies

Plastics have become an indispensable part of modern life. From keeping food fresh to ensuring medical supplies remain sterile, their versatility, light weight, durability, and cost-effectiveness make them essential. Yet the very attributes that make plastics so valuable — strong and long-lasting — are creating an environmental crisis. Why Does Plastic Recycling Matter? The staggering statistics of plastic’s lifecycle underscore the urgency to address plastic waste efficiently. According to a UN report, the world produces 400 million tons of plastics every year, yet only 9% of plastic waste gets recycled, 12% is incinerated, and the remainder finds its way into…
Competitive Intelligence in a Dynamic Business Market
Computing & Information Technologies
Yee-Wah Chow • Jan 15, 2025

Competitive Intelligence in a Dynamic Business Market

To succeed in business and deliver results in highly competitive markets, you need timely and relevant intelligence. Decisions and planning should be based on data, and you need the perspective and insight gathered through market intelligence. But staying on top of competitor movement can be challenging, and many companies struggle with creating an effective competitive intelligence process. This can leave the business at risk. What Is Competitive Intelligence? Competitive intelligence is the systematic process of gathering and analyzing information about your competitive environment. This practice goes beyond creating profiles of key competitors using static data, such as annual financials, employment…
Harnessing the Power of AI for Market Intelligence: a CEO's Vision
Computing & Information Technologies
Yee-Wah Chow • Dec 11, 2024

Harnessing the Power of AI for Market Intelligence: a CEO's Vision

Artificial intelligence, once a science fiction concept, is now reshaping industries and revolutionizing the way business decision-makers tackle complex challenges. As we approach a new year, the integration of AI into business operations is not only enhancing workforce productivity, but also transforming how companies uncover market insights, understand their customers and analyze competition. To explore this shift, the Industry Intelligence communications team recently spoke with CEO Rami Ghandour about the potential of AI-enabled market intelligence. AI in Market Intelligence Industry Intelligence: Before we dive into what the future holds, let’s start with the present. Since the emergence of generative AI,…
The State of the Single-Use Packaging Industry: Paper, Plastic or Bioplastic?
Packaging & Containers
Yee-Wah Chow • Dec 4, 2024

The State of the Single-Use Packaging Industry: Paper, Plastic or Bioplastic?

The packaging industry continues to evolve as governments, consumers and businesses rush to become more environmentally conscious. Demand for sustainable packaging solutions has accelerated, paving the way for advancements in material technology that will allow organizations to move away from single-use plastic packaging and other non-recyclable materials. The Pressure to Reduce or Replace Plastics According to the World Economic Forum, more than 300 million tons of plastic are produced every year, but only about 9% of that is recycled. Plastic waste in nature degrades into fragments that never fully decompose. Many countries have policies to combat plastic waste. The European…
Future Trends in Environmentally Safe Chemicals
Chemicals
Industry Intelligence • Nov 12, 2024

Future Trends in Environmentally Safe Chemicals

Driven by increasing consumer awareness and regulatory pressure to reduce the use of hazardous substances, the chemicals industry is shifting to greener, environmentally safer chemicals and replacing traditional ones. As a result, new, non-toxic chemicals are being developed. Environmentally safe chemicals present several advantages over their traditional counterparts. They reduce the risk of toxic exposure, minimize air and water pollution, and often result in lower greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, these safer chemicals often leave behind fewer harmful residues once they degrade. Key market categories driving this initiative include: Bio-Based Chemicals Bio-based chemicals replace traditional fossil fuel-based stocks with biologically sourced…
Harnessing Packaging Innovation to Drive Sales and Efficiency
Packaging & Containers
Elyse Blye • Oct 29, 2024

Harnessing Packaging Innovation to Drive Sales and Efficiency

In today’s fast-paced market, packaging does more than just hold a product. For consumers, it’s a critical component that can sway purchasing decisions and elevate user experience. For industry professionals, it affects supply chain management throughout every lifecycle stage, from conception to end of life. Understanding the impact of innovative packaging is essential for all decision-makers. Packaging innovation matters to business stakeholders, reshaping industries through megatrends. Innovative Packaging Design Is a Game-Changer for Brands Packaging often serves as the first handshake between a product and its potential buyer, acting as a silent brand ambassador. It’s not just about aesthetics; it’s…
The State of the Chemical Industry and the Environment
Chemicals
Industry Intelligence • Oct 16, 2024

The State of the Chemical Industry and the Environment

Concerns about air and water pollution, chemical toxicity, sustainability, resource depletion and product end-of-life issues have placed the chemical industry under increasing pressure to produce more environmentally friendly products, adopt greener production methods and commit to sustainability initiatives. Current Trends in the Chemical Industry The industry is responding. Let’s examine some of the ways the chemicals sector is addressing these demands. Green Chemistry Green chemistry aims to eliminate or reduce the use of harmful substances in chemical manufacturing while also minimizing waste. Green processes can be employed to produce various products, including water-based solvents, bio-based plastics, green catalysts such as…

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