# Sustainable Takeout To-go food packaging focuses on environmentally friendly designs and concepts. By [Jordy E](https://www.trendhunter.com/JordyEleni) | Published Jun 2, 2015 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sustainable-takeout-togo-food-packaging-focuses-on-environmentallyfriendly- ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.9/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Sustainable Takeout trend? **Sustainable Takeout:** Popular food packaging is becoming all the more responsible with sustainable takeout concepts. Despite the disposable one-time nature of these goods, companies are finding ways to reduce their environmental impact. By extension, brands are able to deepen relationships with consumers who value eco-friendliness. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 23, 2015 to Oct 11, 2016 - Published: Jun 2, 2015 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Sustainable Takeout trend ### Eco-Friendly Packaging The rise of environmentally friendly packaging is driving companies to explore biodegradable materials and reduce their environmental impact. ### Creative and Convenient Packaging Flexible and collapsible packaging solutions are becoming increasingly popular as consumer lifestyles become more on-the-go. ### Personalized and Portable Packaging Customizable and portable packaging designs are catering to individual preferences and lifestyles, making takeout more convenient and enjoyable for the consumer. ## What the Sustainable Takeout trend means for industry ### For Packaging Industry Innovations in sustainable, creative and personalized packaging design are driving growth in the packaging industry. ### For Food and Beverage Industry Packaging design is becoming an increasingly important factor in the food and beverage industry as brands seek to differentiate themselves and improve the consumer experience. ### For Fast Food Industry Creative and convenient takeout packaging solutions are disrupting the fast food industry by improving the consumer experience and reducing environmental impact. ## Workshop question In what ways is your brand prioritizing environmental efforts, that are visible to the consumer? ## Trend signals for Sustainable Takeout Trend score 5.9 out of 10, from popularity 83%, activity 85%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 83% - Activity: 85% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Sustainable Takeout trend 5 featured examples from Feb 23, 2015 to Oct 11, 2016. - [Personal Takeout Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wrbr): These WR/BR To-Go Kits Turn Cafeteria Grub Into Convenient Fast Food (Category: Eco) Implication: The food packaging industry has opportunities to develop eco-friendly, reusable, and innovative packaging designs that cater to the needs of modern diners. - [Eco-Friendly Takeout Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-takeout-packaging): This Sustainable Food Packaging is Perfect for a Picnic (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunity for food packaging companies to develop eco-friendly packaging options that cater to the growing demand for sustainable solutions. - [Burger Delivery Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delivery-box): Sierra Nevada Takeout Packaging Arranges Your Combo Meal Compactly (Category: Eco) Implication: Design packing solutions that address the unique challenges of food packaging and delivery. - [Flexible Biodegradable Paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiberform): FiberForm by Billerud Allows Companies to Get Creative with Packaging (Category: Eco) Implication: Companies in the packaging industry can explore the use of flexible and biodegradable materials to create new and innovative packaging solutions. - [Collapsible Sushi Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-packaging): Artist Jordan Hau Creates Holders Inspired by Japanese Lanterns (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: There is an opportunity for food and beverage companies to invest in sustainable and innovative packaging solutions, such as collapsible sushi packaging, that cater to on-the-go c… ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)