Guest: Saloni Doshi, CEO & Chief Sustainability Officer, EcoEnclose and featuring product packaging by ORLONutrition

What does truly sustainable packaging look like—and how can we move beyond “recyclable” to truly circular?

In this thought-provoking conversation, Corinna Bellizzi interviews Saloni Doshi, CEO of EcoEnclose, a trailblazing company dedicated to creating eco-friendly packaging that doesn't sacrifice performance or purpose. Together, they explore what it takes to reduce plastic use, elevate responsible sourcing, and build a business grounded in regenerative principles.

Key Topics Discussed:

• The hidden environmental costs of both plastic and paper packaging
• How EcoEnclose sources and evaluates next-gen fibers (like hemp, wheat straw & miscanthus)
• Why “compostable” plastics and bamboo solutions aren't always what they seem
• The journey to scaling algae ink and carbon-sequestering packaging
• The role of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws in reshaping our waste systems
• Circular thinking in practice: How businesses and consumers can close the loop

Episode Highlights:

• [03:45] Saloni’s journey from sustainable agriculture to packaging innovation
• [13:12] Breaking down “fiber hierarchy” and what makes packaging truly circular
• [21:50] The truth behind bamboo, bioplastics, and wishcycling
• [30:10] EcoEnclose’s algae ink breakthrough and collaboration with Living Ink
• [41:00] New developments: stamp ink, zero-waste adhesives, and the future of circular mailers
• [49:20] Final thoughts: balancing data, nuance, and idealism in sustainability decisions

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📸 Instagram: @ecoenclose

🔗 LinkedIn: EcoEnclose

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🔗 LinkedIn: @orlonutrition

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