Key Topics 

At the Environmental Packaging Summit 2025, we’re addressing the most pressing issues in sustainable packaging. This year’s line-up dives into legislative updates, data-driven compliance and practical strategies from industry leaders to meet sustainability goals. Explore the topics that will shape the future of packaging below.

Keynote: Margaret Bates: EPR Roll-Out and the Packaging Industry

Margaret Bates will update the packaging sector on key legislative changes that are taking place throughout 2025

Using Data to Mitigate EPR Costs and Compliance

Data gathering and reporting is crucial as legislative changes take place this year

Sustainability Challenges for Global Brands

Global brands update the audience on their sustainability initiatives and achievements

The State of E-Commerce

E-commerce continues to play a huge part in the B2B and B2C sectors, key players will discuss the trends

The Foodservice Sector: Marrying Cost Pressures with Sustainability Demands

Martin Kersh from the FPA will host a debate on the various pressures and sustainability challenges in the Foodservice packaging sector

The Recycling Sector: Challenges and Opportunities

A look at the infrastructure, collections and local authority targets for recycling

Fireside Chat: DEFRA

Keynote: Packaging Performance Citizens Can Rely On

Paul Vanston, Chief Executive, INCPEN, discusses the functional aspects of packaging and reviews the packaging performance results from the new EPR system and how it should boost recycling rates.

The supply chain’s Role in Reducing Carbon

Benchmark Consulting insists to be credible the packaging sector can take verifiable steps to cut its carbon footprint whilst also reducing commercial costs.

Supermarket Sustainability Strategy

Packaging specialists from supermarkets update the audience on their sustainability targets

Re-Use and Refill: When Will Go to Scale?

The packaging industry is challenged to provide a roadmap for more refill and reuse options that consumers will adopt

Fireside Chat: Packaging, Litter and the Public

Labelling and Recycling Trends

Packaging Sector Overview – CEO Vision for Sustainability

Packaging CEOs and MDs address the audience on trends, challenges, and opportunities