Commitments and memberships

Dedicated to perfecting fiber-based packaging circularity, 4evergreen unites over 100 members across the value chain. This alliance aims for a 90% recycling rate by 2030 by developing tools like recyclability protocols and design guidelines. They champion collaboration to boost the sustainability of fiber-based packaging throughout Europe.

The Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility (AIM) is an international association that standardizes, connects and advances automatic identification technologies, including RFID labels and smart devices. By serving as an ally that advocates for member needs, it helps businesses expand and develop, providing them with the knowledge and support required for growth.

The American Chamber of Commerce to the European Union (AMCHAM EU) serves as the voice for American companies in Europe, advocating for their interests to EU institutions. They promote transatlantic cooperation and a competitive business environment. They engage on key policy matters, fostering dialogue to support investment, innovation and a strong transatlantic economic relationship.

The RFID Lab at Auburn University is a research institute that studies how RFID technology can impact different sectors — including aviation, retail and manufacturing — from a business and technical perspective. Additionally, it oversees ARC, a program that develops quality testing practices to ensure RFID tags meet or exceed performance standards.

The Circular Economy for Labels (CELAB) is helping build a sustainable self-adhesive labeling industry. By facilitating international cooperation, fostering regional initiatives and finding and encouraging industry best practices, it aims to improve circularity by innovating and promoting matrix and release liner recycling worldwide.

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN), is an association that brings together the national standardization bodies of 34 European countries. It provides a platform for the development of European Standards and other technical documents in relation to various kinds of products, materials, services and processes.

Cetie, the International Technical Centre for Bottling and Associated Packaging, develops voluntary industry standards and guidelines, particularly for glass and PET. With over 120 members, they facilitate pre-standardization and share technical best practices. Cetie aims to enhance quality, safety and interoperability in the global bottling industry.

The Circular Plastics Alliance (CPA) is an initiative under the European Strategy for Plastics (2018). Their mission is to drive sustainable solutions to cut waste, boost recycling and protect the environment. The European Commission launched the CPA in December 2018 to help plastics value chains boost the EU market for recycled plastics to 10 million tons by 2025.

EcoVadis is a universal sustainability ratings provider on a mission to help their customers improve their environmental, social and ethical performance. By creating a reliable and easy-to-use system that can be adopted worldwide, Ecovadis helps organizations manage risk and continuously improve while developing eco-centric innovations.

The European Organization for Packaging and the Environment (EUROPEN) champions packaging solutions that are both protective of products and environmentally responsible. They engage with EU policymakers to advocate for an evidence-based regulatory framework. EUROPEN promotes innovation and resource efficiency to support a circular economy for packaging.

FEICA represents Europe’s adhesive and sealant industry and provides guidance on EU regulatory policy while keeping members informed about new developments and changes. Sustainability and the creation of a circular economy form one of their four strategic areas of focus, prioritizing the protection of both the environment and human health.

For over 60 years, the International Federation of Self-adhesive Label Manufacturers (FINAT) has represented the interests and needs of the European self-adhesive label industry. They focus on “leading the way to future success for international label businesses” and encourage recycling, provide guidance on regulatory developments and work to shape legislation and standards.

Established in 1993, the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is an international non-profit organization that promotes responsible forest management. Using their labeling and certification system, consumers can easily identify responsibly-sourced paper, wood and other products that are manufactured in a way that safeguards biological diversity and protects the lives of local workers and people.

GS1 was founded in 1973 and manages the barcode standard used by retailers, manufacturers and suppliers. With 114 local member organizations and roughly 1.5 million user companies, it is a driving force that creates supply chain standards for various sectors, including retail, transportation, logistics and healthcare.

The Near Field Communication (NFC) Forum advances the use of NFC technology through education, the development of specifications and ensuring interoperability between services and devices. Since it was founded in 2004, the organization has welcomed more than 170 members who come together to build the NFC market and ecosystem.

Plastics Recyclers Europe (PRE) represents European plastics recyclers who reprocess plastic waste into high-quality material destined for the production of new articles. Their mission is to improve recyclability of plastic products, harmonizing recycling standards and practices across Europe and facilitating a genuine transition towards the circular economy.

Part of Plastic Recyclers Europe, RecyClass is a cross-industry initiative for advancing plastic packaging recyclability and creating a harmonized approach towards the use of recycled material. By bringing brands, converters, retailers, recyclers and raw materials producers together, RecyClass is delivering lasting change and helping create a circular economy for plastics.

As the national charity for developing plastics recycling in the UK, RECOUP promotes best practices and provides educational and training tools for businesses and members of the public. Through research and analysis, they work to remove barriers to efficient recycling while supporting the development of sustainable waste and resource management.

An industry alliance, RAIN RFID promotes the international adoption of UHF RFID. It promotes awareness and offers educational opportunities, programs and initiatives to speed up the growth and use of ISO–IEC 18000-63 / EPC™ Gen2 RFID technology in consumer and business applications, with the goal of creating a more connected world.

Samen Tegen Voedselverspilling (STV) is the non-profit behind Food Waste Free United, a public-private movement in the Netherlands that is committed to SDG 12.3. Food Waste Free brings together businesses from the entire supply chain, as well as knowledge institutions, national and local governments, and NGOs to collaborate on halving food waste by 2030 (as compared to 2015).

The United Nations Global Compact is mobilizing an international movement of sustainable stakeholders and companies to make a better world. Through ten principles focused on the environment, human rights, anti-corruption and labor, they promote a responsible approach to business with the help of more than 12,000 partner organizations.

The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) is a community of over 225 businesses committed to implementing transformational change across global business value chains. Working with governments and organizations, its mission is to advance sustainable development through climate, nature and equity action.