# Sustainable Snack Packaging Amcor and Lorenz Snacks Partnered for Recycle-Ready Packaging By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-07-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amcor-and-lorenz-snacks References: [foodanddrinktechnology](https://www.foodanddrinktechnology.com/news/53935/amcor-and-lorenz-snacks-establish-new-benchmarks-for-sustainable-snack-packaging/) & [amcor](https://www.amcor.com/)  [Amcor and Lorenz Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclable-paper-confectionery-packaging) collaborated on new [recycle-ready packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycle-ready-films) as part of a commitment to sustainability that will also catch the attention of today's eco-friendly consumer. The new packaging, known as Amcor AmPrima, is observed for Lorenz Snacks' Lentil Coated Peanuts and is rated as having a 51% lower carbon footprint than alternatives, a 51% reduction in water use and a 41% reduction in energy use from non-renewable sources. The packaging is suited for performance to ensure it will work well with the brand's Lentil Coated Peanuts when it comes to product protection as well as shelf life. Sales & Marketing Director for Snacks & Confectionery Piotr Nagalski spoke on the Amcor and Lorenz Snacks partnership saying, "The successful implementation of Amcor’s AmPrima packaging for Lorenz Lentil Coated Peanuts is a testament to the feasibility of more [sustainable packaging in the snack industry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonoco-paper-can). Amcor’s innovative expertise, coupled with Lorenz’s deep understanding of the snack market, has pushed the boundaries of what is possible." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 26% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Recycle-ready Packaging:** The shift towards recycle-ready packaging aligns with increasing consumer demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products. - **Carbon Footprint Reduction:** Packaging innovations that document significant reductions in carbon footprints resonate with environmentally-conscious consumers and stakeholders. - **Energy-efficient Production:** Developments in packaging that minimize the use of non-renewable energy sources reflect a broader industrial trend towards sustainability and resource efficiency. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Snacks & Confectionery:** The snacks and confectionery industry is integrating sustainable packaging to meet modern eco-friendly standards while maintaining product integrity. - **Packaging:** Innovations in the packaging industry are driven by the need to reduce environmental impact and cater to eco-conscious consumers. - **Sustainable Materials:** The sustainable materials industry is advancing rapidly, with new solutions providing significant reductions in carbon footprints and resource usage. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recyclable Paper Confectionery Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclable-paper-confectionery-packaging.md) - [Peelable Snack Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proampac.md) - [Efficiency-Optimized Snack Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kellanova-snack-packaging.md) - [Hassle-Free Snack Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easypeel-open-packaging.md) - [Paper-Made Confectionery Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saica-group.md) - [Plant-Based Packaging Agreements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avantium.md) - [Reusable Packaging Supermarket Trials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amcor-and-ocado.md) - [Reduced Plastic Snack Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specially-selected-hand-cooked-chips.md) - [Sustainable Snack Chip Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepsico-europe.md)