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Sustainable Design Lab

Veritiv
Seaweed
Recology
Ocean Plastic Pollution
Packaging Design
Cold Chain
Biopharmaceutical Cold Chain
Veritiv
Sustainability Value Commitment
Fibrestrap
Natural Polymers
Compostable Packaging
Composting
Recycling
California
Lonely Whale
Plastic Neutrality
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
Plastics Treaty
Glp-1 Therapies
Phase Change Material

Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Each episode dives deep into advanced materials, circular economy strategies, and real-world innovations, offering clear, actionable guidance for packaging engineers, brand leaders, and decisi... more

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovati... more

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovati... more

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovati... more

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley and Brodie Vander Dussen, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovati... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Marsh
Co-founder and CEO of Sway
Sway
Episode: How Sway Is Turning Seaweed Into Scalable Packaging with Julia Marsh
Dillon Baxter
Representative from PlantSwitch
PlantSwitch
Episode: From Bacteria to Biodegradable: The Science and Strategy Behind PlantSwitch with Dillon Baxter
Sigrid Svedberg
Representative from FibreStrap
FibreStrap
Episode: 300 Billion Reasons to Rethink Plastic Zip Ties with Sigrid Svedberg
Amanda Yates
Senior Director of Global Sustainability at 3M
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Episode: Inside 3M’s Innovation Machine with Amanda Yates
Michael Marszalek
Representative from Packsize
Packsize
Episode: How Right-Sized Packaging Reduces Waste, Freight Costs, and Complexity
Cameron Stout
Representative from Packsize
Packsize
Episode: How Right-Sized Packaging Reduces Waste, Freight Costs, and Complexity
Scott Fulbright
CEO and Co-founder of Living Ink Technologies
Living Ink Technologies
Episode: Color Is Carbon: Rethinking Inks with Living Ink
Leah Ford
Director of Global Marketing and Communications at CJ Biomaterials
CJ Biomaterials
Episode: The PHA Toolbox: CJ Biomaterials on Performance, Proof, and End-of-Life
John Licata
Chief Technology Officer at CJ Biomaterials
CJ Biomaterials
Episode: The PHA Toolbox: CJ Biomaterials on Performance, Proof, and End-of-Life

Hosts

Brodie Vander Dussen
Host of Sustainable Design Lab with a focus on sustainable packaging design and systems thinking
Chris Bradley
Co-host and lead host, providing engineering-driven packaging insights and industry perspectives

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Amazing podcast!

    Such an impressive podcast, Chris and Brodie are so great! And super helpful information about sustainable packaging!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LXVE__LOVE
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • My go-to

    This is the podcast our industry has been missing - can’t wait for episode 2!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nina.2307
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Amazing podcast!

    Such an impressive podcast, Chris has a great voice and easy to listen too. And super helpful information about sustainable packaging!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LXVE__LOVE
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • ..

    Clear, credible, and straight to the point—this podcast is a breath of fresh air for sustainability pros.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Viviennevivid
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Real Lab Insights

    Very cool to hear insights from a REAL lab! Looking forward to the rest of the podcast helping us prepare for EPR!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HannahKW444
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Designed to Disappear: Notpla’s Approach to Natural Polymer Engineering
Q: How does Notpla view the balance between replacing plastic and finding practical, scalable applications?
Notpla aims for targeted, high-impact substitutions where plastic is overkill, such as specific food-service packaging, while acknowledging that not all plastic use can or should be replaced. They pursue scalable, pilot-tested solutions that fit existing manufacturing lines to reduce plastic reliance without creating new bottlenecks.
How Sway Is Turning Seaweed Into Scalable Packaging with Julia Marsh
Q: From your perspective, what signals indicate a material is ready to move from innovation to real adoption?
Procurement buy-in is crucial; if the materials perform, are easy to use, and integrate with existing fulfillment, brands are more likely to pilot and scale. It's about balancing performance with end-of-life outcomes and data transparency that proves impact.
The PHA Toolbox: CJ Biomaterials on Performance, Proof, and End-of-Life
Q: What are credible signals that a compostable material will integrate well with composting infrastructure and not be a 'regrettable substitution'?
Key signals include feedstock value to composters, ability to obtain certification (e.g., BPI), alignment with local regulations, backing by lifecycle data and field trials, and clear, verifiable end-of-life performance across relevant environments.
The PHA Toolbox: CJ Biomaterials on Performance, Proof, and End-of-Life
Q: What should designers ask when evaluating a compostable solution to avoid greenwashing and ensure end-of-life fit?
Designers should first determine the intended end-of-life scenario (industrial vs home composting, biobased content, or non-compostable options) and then align material choices with feedstock value to the composter, certification, and realistic performance in target environments.
The PHA Toolbox: CJ Biomaterials on Performance, Proof, and End-of-Life
Q: How did CJ first decide to invest in this PHA technology and connect science with brand partners?
CJ's PHA origins trace back to Metabolics; CJ acquired the Metabolics' assets in 2016 after Metabolics ceased operations, then progressively improved the technology and brought it to market, bridging fermentation-based production with collaboration with brands.

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What is Sustainable Design Lab about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently centers on sustainable packaging, focusing on advanced materials, circular economy strategies, and practical steps for brands and engineers to reduce environmental impact. Episodes frequently explore seaweed-based packaging, compostable alternatives, fiber-based packaging components, and the regulatory landscape (including EPR) as levers for real-world adoption. A standout trait is the blend of technical depth with actionable guidance, featuring lab-informed perspectives, industry partnerships, and case studies that connect material science to scalable packaging solutions.

Noteworthy elements include interviews with leaders from CJ Biomaterials, 3M, FibreStrap, and Sway, plus in-depth discussions on cold chain design ... more

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1. Julia Marsh
2. Dillon Baxter
3. Sigrid Svedberg
4. Amanda Yates
5. Michael Marszalek
6. Cameron Stout
7. Scott Fulbright
8. Leah Ford

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