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A global food and beverage company wanted to reduce the CO₂ footprints of its packaging portfolio. The objective was to identify advanced materials, circular solutions, and design approaches that deliver measurable environmental impact without compromising performance or cost.

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Client Success Details

The client needed foresight to balance CO₂ footprint reduction, recyclability, and durability in future packaging. The engagement focused on:

  The engagement  insights enabled us to focus on packaging innovations that directly reduce CO₂ impact, while staying aligned with performance and cost requirements.”
  • Which materials and technologies have the biggest impact on reducing packaging CO₂ emissions?
  • How are suppliers, startups, and researchers driving low-carbon innovations?
  • What trade-offs exist between carbon reduction, cost, and performance?
  • Where are the white spaces to differentiate through carbon-efficient packaging?

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Solution Details

FutureBridge delivered a Strategic Foresight & Innovation Observatory centered on CO₂ footprint reduction in packaging:

  • Mapping of materials and technologies with quantified CO₂ impact potential (bio-based polymers, lightweight designs, recyclables).

  • Analysis of ecosystem players — suppliers, startups, and innovators advancing low-carbon packaging.

  • Comparative benchmarking of packaging options on carbon reduction, recyclability, and cost.

  • Identification of innovation white spaces where CO₂ impact could be significantly lowered.

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FutureBridge Impact

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  • Delivered a clear roadmap to lower packaging CO₂ footprints while aligning with market and regulatory needs.

  • Identified disruptive technologies and partnerships to accelerate low-carbon packaging.

  • Enabled cross-functional teams to prioritize carbon-efficient innovation bets with confidence.

  • Strengthened the company’s position in achieving sustainability and carbon reduction targets.

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