Sonoco Achieves Prestigious Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) Accreditation
Sonoco Products Company (NYSE: SON) has received accreditation from the Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC), validating its commitment to sustainable packaging solutions in the pet industry. The company joined PSC in 2024 to advance sustainable business practices in the pet sector.
Sonoco's sustainable packaging portfolio includes two- and three-piece steel cans offering full recyclability, and rigid paper containers featuring up to 90% recycled fiber. A notable example is their GREENCAN® container, containing 92-98% fiber, which was successfully implemented by German pet snack start-up DoggyLove.
Beyond packaging initiatives, Sonoco's community engagement includes partnering with the Darlington County Humane Society through their Sonoco in Action foundation.
Sonoco Products Company (NYSE: SON) ha ottenuto l'accreditamento dalla Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC), confermando il suo impegno verso soluzioni di packaging sostenibili nel settore degli animali domestici. L'azienda è entrata a far parte della PSC nel 2024 per promuovere pratiche aziendali sostenibili nel comparto pet.
Il portafoglio di packaging sostenibile di Sonoco comprende lattine in acciaio a due e tre pezzi completamente riciclabili e contenitori rigidi in carta con fino al 90% di fibra riciclata. Un esempio significativo è il contenitore GREENCAN®, contenente dal 92 al 98% di fibra, adottato con successo dalla start-up tedesca di snack per animali DoggyLove.
Oltre alle iniziative sul packaging, Sonoco si impegna nella comunità collaborando con la Darlington County Humane Society tramite la fondazione Sonoco in Action.
Sonoco Products Company (NYSE: SON) ha recibido la acreditación de la Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC), validando su compromiso con soluciones de embalaje sostenibles en la industria de mascotas. La compañía se unió a PSC en 2024 para promover prácticas comerciales sostenibles en el sector de mascotas.
El portafolio de embalajes sostenibles de Sonoco incluye latas de acero de dos y tres piezas completamente reciclables y envases rígidos de papel con hasta un 90% de fibra reciclada. Un ejemplo destacado es su envase GREENCAN®, que contiene entre un 92 y 98% de fibra, implementado con éxito por la startup alemana de snacks para mascotas DoggyLove.
Más allá de las iniciativas de embalaje, Sonoco participa en la comunidad asociándose con la Darlington County Humane Society a través de su fundación Sonoco in Action.
Sonoco Products Company (NYSE: SON)는 Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC)로부터 인증을 받아 반려동물 산업에서 지속 가능한 포장 솔루션에 대한 헌신을 인정받았습니다. 이 회사는 2024년에 PSC에 가입하여 반려동물 분야에서 지속 가능한 비즈니스 관행을 촉진하고 있습니다.
Sonoco의 지속 가능한 포장 제품군에는 완전 재활용이 가능한 2피스 및 3피스 강철 캔과 최대 90% 재활용 섬유를 사용한 단단한 종이 용기가 포함되어 있습니다. 주목할 만한 예로는 92~98% 섬유를 함유한 GREENCAN® 용기가 있으며, 독일 반려동물 간식 스타트업 DoggyLove에서 성공적으로 도입되었습니다.
포장 이니셔티브 외에도 Sonoco는 Sonoco in Action 재단을 통해 Darlington County Humane Society와 협력하여 지역사회 참여를 확대하고 있습니다.
Sonoco Products Company (NYSE : SON) a reçu l'accréditation de la Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC), confirmant son engagement en faveur de solutions d'emballage durables dans l'industrie des animaux de compagnie. L'entreprise a rejoint la PSC en 2024 pour promouvoir des pratiques commerciales durables dans le secteur des animaux de compagnie.
Le portefeuille d'emballages durables de Sonoco comprend des boîtes en acier deux et trois pièces entièrement recyclables, ainsi que des contenants rigides en papier contenant jusqu'à 90 % de fibres recyclées. Un exemple notable est leur contenant GREENCAN®, composé de 92 à 98 % de fibres, qui a été mis en œuvre avec succès par la start-up allemande de snacks pour animaux DoggyLove.
Au-delà des initiatives d'emballage, Sonoco s'engage dans la communauté en partenariat avec la Darlington County Humane Society via leur fondation Sonoco in Action.
Sonoco Products Company (NYSE: SON) hat die Akkreditierung von der Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) erhalten, die ihr Engagement für nachhaltige Verpackungslösungen in der Heimtierbranche bestätigt. Das Unternehmen trat der PSC im Jahr 2024 bei, um nachhaltige Geschäftspraktiken im Heimtierbereich voranzutreiben.
Das nachhaltige Verpackungsportfolio von Sonoco umfasst zwei- und dreiteilige Stahlblechdosen, die vollständig recycelbar sind, sowie starre Papierbehälter mit bis zu 90% recycelter Faser. Ein bemerkenswertes Beispiel ist der GREENCAN®-Behälter, der 92-98% Faser enthält und erfolgreich vom deutschen Heimtier-Snack-Start-up DoggyLove eingesetzt wurde.
Über die Verpackungsinitiativen hinaus engagiert sich Sonoco in der Gemeinschaft durch die Partnerschaft mit der Darlington County Humane Society über ihre Stiftung Sonoco in Action.
- Achieved Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) accreditation, demonstrating commitment to environmental stewardship
- Portfolio includes fully recyclable steel cans and paper containers with up to 90% recycled fiber content
- GREENCAN® container offers 92-98% fiber content with strong curbside recyclability
- Successfully implemented sustainable packaging solution for DoggyLove pet treats
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HARTSVILLE, S.C., July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sonoco Products Company (NYSE: SON), a global leader in value-added sustainable packaging, today announced it has earned accreditation with the Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC).
Sonoco joined PSC in 2024 to align its packaging innovations with PSC’s mission of advancing sustainable business practices across the pet industry. PSC accreditation is awarded to companies demonstrating tangible progress in environmental stewardship, social responsibility and transparent reporting.
“As a packaging provider with more than a century of experience, we see the pet sector as a powerful opportunity to apply our sustainability expertise where it matters most—to people, pets and the planet,” said Scott Byrne, Sonoco’s Vice President of Global Sustainability. “This recognition validates the work we’re doing to offer scalable, circular solutions that deliver on both performance and environmental responsibility.”
Sonoco’s portfolio reflects this commitment with options that balance quality, freshness and recyclability. Its two- and three-piece steel cans offer durability, moisture protection and full recyclability. Meanwhile, its rigid paper containers feature up to
“Every step toward becoming a more sustainable packaging solutions provider must be informed by a clear vision,” said Sonoco President and CEO Howard Coker. “Our people are the driving force behind these initiatives and product innovations.”
Sonoco’s accreditation goes beyond packaging. Through the Sonoco Foundation (now known as Sonoco in Action), the Company has partnered with the Darlington County Humane Society to reshape the trajectory of animal welfare and education in Hartsville, South Carolina, where the Company is based.
Learn more about Sonoco packaging and the PSC partnership at Sonoco’s Insights.
About Sonoco
Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value-added, sustainable metal and fiber consumer and industrial packaging. The Company is now a multi-billion-dollar enterprise with approximately 23,400 employees working in 285 operations in 40 countries, serving some of the world’s best-known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life.,® we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future. Sonoco was proudly named one of America’s Most Trustworthy and Responsible Companies by Newsweek in 2025. For more information on the Company, visit our website at www.sonoco.com.
About the Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC)
The Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating environmental and social sustainability in the pet industry. By providing tools, resources, and support, PSC helps member companies implement sustainable practices and achieve meaningful impact.
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