Across the food and beverage industries and beyond, countless brands are now rethinking their use of single-use plastic packaging, including McDonald's, as the iconic McDonald's McFlurry is even now being served in a waste-reducing container. As of the fall, McDonald's has plans to serve its McFlurry treats without lids and with containers made from carton board made with 50% recycled content and other sustainable materials.
Ultimately, McDonald's is working towards its goal of sourcing all of its packaging from renewable sources by the year 2025 and is further committing to eco-friendly measures by aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 36% by 2030.
While many fans will appreciate the waste-reducing packaging designs, they will also be elated to hear that McDonald's is planning to bring back its Oreo, Maltesers and Smarties McFlurry flavors.
Reduced Plastic Dessert Packaging
McDonald's McFlurry Will Soon Be Served Without Plastic Lids
Trend Themes
1. Reduced Plastic Packaging - Brands are rethinking their use of single-use plastic packaging to reduce waste and environmental impact.
2. Sustainable Packaging Materials - Companies are exploring the use of sustainable materials like carton board made with recycled content to reduce their environmental footprint.
3. Renewable Packaging Sources - Businesses are working towards sourcing all of their packaging from renewable sources to reduce their dependence on fossil fuels and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry is rethinking its use of single-use plastic packaging to reduce waste and environmental impact.
2. Packaging - The packaging industry is exploring the use of sustainable materials and renewable sources to reduce its environmental footprint and help its clients meet their sustainability goals.
3. Fast Food - Fast food companies like McDonald's are taking steps to reduce their waste and environmental impact by rethinking their packaging materials and sources.