RENW Launches Sustainable Soil-to-Shelf Solution for Brands
RENW has launched an innovative, sustainable solution for brands aiming to reduce plastic use and deforestation. Their industrial hemp-based materials are biodegradable, compostable, and recyclable, offering an eco-friendly alternative without compromising on cost or performance. By partnering with U.S. farmers and building bioregional manufacturing facilities, RENW is also boosting rural economies. With a focus on lowering environmental impact, RENW's hemp-based solutions enable companies to meet consumer demands for sustainable packaging while maintaining regulatory compliance.
William Carlin
24 Sep 2024 3:39 PM
RENW Launches Sustainable Soil-to-Shelf Solution for Brands
With packaging making up nearly 40% of global plastic production, brands and consumers alike are seeking sustainable alternatives. RENW, a new company launched today, offers an industrial hemp-based solution aimed at reducing plastic use and deforestation while providing cost-effective, high-performance materials.
A Game-Changing Approach to Sustainability
RENW’s solution is built on 20 years of material science advancements and over 75 patents. Their core innovation revolves around using a whole-plant industrial hemp approach, with a proprietary sulfur-free technology that reduces CO2e emissions and minimizes waste. RENW’s products are biodegradable, compostable, and recyclable, offering an environmentally friendly way to eliminate plastic and reduce dependency on tree-based materials in supply chains.
Rural Communities Benefit from Hemp Production
RENW is also committed to supporting rural communities by partnering with U.S. farmers to grow industrial hemp as a rotational crop. The company plans to build 10 bioregional manufacturing facilities, each expected to create around 50 jobs, contributing to economic growth in these regions.
“Our mission is to revolutionize the packaging industry by providing solutions that don’t force brands to choose between environmental responsibility and cost-effectiveness,” said Kimberly Kovacs, CEO of RENW and element6 Dynamics. Leading brands like Patagonia, Veuve Clicquot, and VW have already embraced hemp-based materials, and RENW aims to help other companies follow suit.
Collaboration with PAPACKS®
RENW was formed through a partnership with European packaging leader PAPACKS®. This collaboration seeks to expand the market for sustainable, hemp-based packaging across industries such as food, cosmetics, and retail.
“At PAPACKS®, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of sustainable packaging to help end humanity’s reliance on plastic,” said Tahsin Dag, CEO of PAPACKS®. “This partnership enables us to bring cutting-edge hemp-based solutions to a variety of industries.”
About RENW
RENW Inc. is a U.S.-based company focused on manufacturing plastic-free products and advanced biomaterials from industrial hemp. Their products are tailored for leading consumer brands, and they are committed to improving the environment through sustainable, hemp-based solutions.
About element6 Dynamics
element6 Dynamics specializes in industrial hemp research and product development, focusing on hemp-based packaging solutions.
About PAPACKS®
PAPACKS® is a leader in developing plastic-free packaging solutions, utilizing renewable raw materials like industrial hemp to reduce global plastic pollution.