"The Packaging Paradox: An Open Dialogue on Packaging's Role in Food Waste"

Packaging is one of the most powerful—and paradoxical—tools in the fight against food waste. Done well, it extends shelf life, protects against damage, enables portion control, and communicates critical information to consumers. Done poorly, it forces unnecessary bulk purchases, fails to protect its contents, and creates additional headaches for food recovery and recycling efforts. Our featured speakers will discuss how they are navigating the thorny issue of packaging, but we want to hear from you, too. Come ready to listen, share, and shape the dialogue around one of the food system's most complex and consequential design challenges.