Guest: Saloni Doshi, CEO & Chief Sustainability Officer, EcoEnclose and featuring product packaging by ORLONutritionWhat does truly sustainable packaging look like—and how can we move beyond “recyclable” to truly circular?In this thought-provoking conversation, Corinna Bellizzi interviews Saloni Doshi, CEO of EcoEnclose, a trailblazing company dedicated to creating eco-friendly packaging that doesn't sacrifice performance or purpose. Together, they explore what it takes to reduce plastic use, elevate responsible sourcing, and build a business grounded in regenerative principles.Key Topics Discussed:The hidden environmental costs of both plastic and paper packagingHow EcoEnclose sources and evaluates next-gen fibers (like hemp, wheat straw & miscanthus)Why “compostable” plastics and bamboo solutions aren't always what they seemThe journey to scaling algae ink and carbon-sequestering packagingThe role of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws in reshaping our waste systemsCircular thinking in practice: How businesses and consumers can close the loopEpisode Highlights:[03:45] Saloni’s journey from sustainable agriculture to packaging innovation[13:12] Breaking down “fiber hierarchy” and what makes packaging truly circular[21:50] The truth behind bamboo, bioplastics, and wishcycling[30:10] EcoEnclose’s algae ink breakthrough and collaboration with Living Ink[41:00] New developments: stamp ink, zero-waste adhesives, and the future of circular mailers[49:20] Final thoughts: balancing data, nuance, and idealism in sustainability decisionsConnect with EcoEnclose: 🌐 ecoenclose.com 📸 Instagram: @ecoenclose 🔗 LinkedIn: EcoEncloseConnect with ORLO Nutrition:🌐 orlonutrition.com📸 Instagram: @orlonutrition🔗 LinkedIn: @orlonutritionJOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE:🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://caremorebebetter.com🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMoreBeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caremorebebetter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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