Circularity in Packaging – Self-paced online lecture

Circularity in Packaging – Self-paced online lecture

A practical industry perspective on sustainable packaging and the circular economy

How can packaging contribute to a more sustainable future? What role do regulation, innovation and the circular economy play in reducing resource consumption and environmental impact?

This recorded online lecture by Peter Görlitz, Sustainability Manager Europe at Sonoco Consumer Products Europe GmbH, offers a practical industry perspective on one of today’s key sustainability challenges.

Learn at your own pace – anytime, anywhere

The lecture is fully asynchronous, meaning you can watch the recording at any time that suits you. There is no fixed date or live session to attend. Simply register, access the recorded lecture online and complete the accompanying quiz at your own pace.

REGISTER HERE!

What will you learn?

The lecture explores:

  • current regulatory developments affecting the packaging sector;
  • the advantages and limitations of different packaging materials;
  • approaches to increasing circularity and reducing environmental impact;
  • the role of industry associations and standardisation bodies in shaping sustainable packaging practices; and
  • future challenges and opportunities for more circular packaging solutions.

The lecture also highlights the important role that research and educational institutions can play in developing and advancing circular solutions.

Whether you are interested in sustainability, materials, manufacturing, environmental policy or the circular economy, this lecture provides practical insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of packaging.

Key information

Format: Recorded online lecture – fully asynchronous
Access: Watch the lecture any time, at your own pace
Language: English
Target audience: Bachelor’s and Master’s students, doctoral students and researchers
Assessment: Online quiz following the lecture
Certificate: Certificate of completion available after successful completion of the lecture and quiz

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Lecture: Circularity in Packaging

Circularity in Packaging - Self-paced online lecture

Start
22.09.2026 - 12:00
End
10.03.2027 - 19:00
Event category
Learning
Event location
online, asynchronous
Event language
English
Registration
Registration required
Mariia Machevariani
Institut für Bergbau und Spezialtiefbau, Gustav-Zeuner-Straße 5, Raum 3.02
Mariia.Machevariani [at] mabb.tu-freiberg.de