Module #1 Introduction to Sustainable Food Packaging Overview of the importance of sustainable food packaging, its impact on the environment, and the role of design in reducing waste.
Module #2 The Current State of Food Packaging Analysis of the current food packaging landscape, including material usage, waste generation, and regulatory frameworks.
Module #3 Design Principles for Sustainable Packaging Introduction to design principles for sustainable packaging, including reduce, reuse, recycle, and upcycle.
Module #4 Material Selection for Sustainable Packaging Exploration of sustainable material options for food packaging, including bioplastics, paper, glass, and metal.
Module #5 Bioplastics:Opportunities and Challenges In-depth look at bioplastics, including their advantages, limitations, and potential applications in food packaging.
Module #6 Paper-Based Packaging:Design and Innovation Design and innovation strategies for paper-based packaging, including paperboard, cartons, and molded pulp.
Module #7 Glass and Metal Packaging:Sustainability Benefits Discussion of the sustainability benefits of glass and metal packaging, including their recyclability and reuse potential.
Module #8 Packaging for Fresh Produce:Minimizing Waste Strategies for reducing packaging waste in the fresh produce sector, including minimal packaging designs and edible packaging.
Module #9 Food Packaging Regulations and Standards Overview of regulations and standards governing food packaging, including food safety, labeling, and environmental requirements.
Module #10 Sustainable Packaging for E-commerce and Direct-to-Consumer Sales Design considerations for e-commerce and direct-to-consumer sales packaging, including customization, personalization, and reduced waste.
Module #11 Designing for Recyclability and Upcyclability Design strategies for creating recyclable and upcyclable packaging, including design for disassembly and material separation.
Module #12 Compostable Packaging:Benefits and Challenges Exploration of compostable packaging, including its benefits, challenges, and potential applications in food packaging.
Module #13 Edible Packaging:The Future of Food Packaging? Innovative edible packaging solutions, including algae-based packaging, and their potential to reduce waste and increase sustainability.
Module #14 Packaging for Food Waste Reduction Design strategies for packaging that helps reduce food waste, including vacuum-sealing, controlled atmosphere packaging, and active packaging.
Module #15 Sustainable Packaging for Beverages Design considerations for sustainable beverage packaging, including refillable and returnable systems, and innovative materials.
Module #16 Supply Chain and Logistics Considerations Impact of packaging design on supply chain and logistics operations, including transportation, storage, and distribution.
Module #17 Consumer Behavior and Perception of Sustainable Packaging Understanding consumer behavior and perception of sustainable packaging, including willingness to pay and perceived value.
Module #18 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for Sustainable Packaging Introduction to Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and its application in evaluating the environmental impact of food packaging.
Module #19 Circular Economy and Closed-Loop Systems Designing packaging systems that facilitate the circular economy and closed-loop production, including recycling, upcycling, and waste reduction.
Module #20 Case Studies in Sustainable Food Packaging Real-world examples of sustainable food packaging design, including successes, challenges, and lessons learned.
Module #21 Innovative Technologies for Sustainable Packaging Exploration of emerging technologies and innovations in sustainable food packaging, including nanotechnology and biotechnology.
Module #22 The Role of Packaging in Food Security and Access Discussion of the role packaging plays in ensuring food security and access, particularly in developing countries and marginalized communities.
Module #23 Government Policy and Legislative Frameworks Overview of government policies and legislative frameworks supporting sustainable food packaging, including extended producer responsibility and taxation.
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Design for Sustainable Food Packaging career
