Alternative Fibre Integration: From Early Adoption to End of Life 
October 8, 2024  |  1:00 pm EST  |  $349.00 USD

Speakers: 

• Jordan Giaconia, Strategic Lead, Next Generation Solutions, Canopy (MC)
• Phil Harding, Professional Engineer and Consultant, IntraCube Solutions
• Kelly Tiller, Founder & Chief Strategy Officer, Genera
• Lucas Hildebrand, Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer, Restalk 

The workshop will address the practical applications of alternative fibre packaging, key considerations for procurement teams; and innovative strategies to integrate Next Gen fibres into company value chains (novel blends, circular design, etc.)

What will the workshop cover?

In the face of increasing regulatory pressures, shifting supply chains, and green consumer habits, many consumer-packaged goods companies are looking to make the leap into the world of alternative fibre-based packaging as a means to reduce their environmental footprint, boost supply chain resiliency, and strengthen their market presence, but where to get started? 

Objectives: 

• Provide viewers with an overview of the benefits of alternative fibres with respect to performance and environmental impact reduction. 
• Inform companies how best to begin to exploring alternative fibre integration with respect to…
  1. Internal case making to design, procurement, and sustainability teams. 
  2. Trials and pilot project opportunities 
  3. Product performance evaluation and monitoring 
  4. Commercial scale integration 

• Welcome/Introductions 
• Overview alternative fibre benefits 
• Overview of alternative fibre feedstock availability in North America 
• Genera commercialization journey and product offerings 
• Panel questions 
• Audience Q&A 
• Closing remarks