Recent News

NOVEMBER, 2009
ULS Launches CalcuLess™ Environmental Impact Analyzer
We have just launched CalcuLess, which allows packaging professionals to get a quick read on the environmental impact of various packaging options. It's easy to use, fast — and free!
(Read the press release.)

ULS Week is November 19-25, 2009
In 1995, we reported that Americans create an additional 5 million tons of waste during the holidays. That number has grown to 6 million tons, so we're back with more statistics, tips and ideas. Read our latest newsletter.

SEPTEMBER, 2009
Preventing "Greenwashing"
Greenerpackage.com is working to help the packaging industry improve the accuracy and legality of its environmental marketing claims. ULS Editor Bob Lilienfeld was asked to provide a few tips, and here they are.

AUGUST, 2009
How Green Are Reusable Bags?
Not all recyclable bags are the same, or are they? ULS Editor Bob Lilienfeld was interviewed on the subject by NPR. Read the article and listen to the broadcast.

MARCH-APRIL, 2009
ULS on the New Blogtalk Radio Green and Gorgeous Show,
Wednesday, April 29 from 8:30-10:00pm EST
Give a listen and join the discussion! We'll be talking about products that save financial and environmental resources.

"ULS Announces Sustainable Products Certification Program"
Packaging World magazine has produced a great story on the web, in print, and via podcast. To learn more, go to our Sustainable Products page, April-May-June newsletter, or read the press release. We're also pleased to be mentioned in a new story on Earth911.com.

State of Oklahoma Proclaims ULS Week
The Governor of Oklahoma has once again proclaimed the week adjacent to Earth Day (April 22) to be "Use Less Stuff Week". We're tickled!

FEBRUARY, 2009
"10 Things Green Companies Won't Tell You"
This is a great roundup piece by Elizabeth O'Brien in SmartMoney magazine. Editor Bob Lilienfeld helped with the research. Read the article.

"Whittler of Stuff" and More...
Editor Bob Lilienfeld is now a featured blogger for KABC TV in Los Angeles and other stations. He's also been named to the Greener Package Advisory Board and Expert Network.

2008

ULS on Voice of America
Editor Bob Lilienfeld was interviewed on V of A, and the ULS website was named Site of the Week. Read the interview, or listen to it.

"An Inconvenient Bag" and "Losing Weight and Keeping It Off"
We spoke to the Wall Street Journal about the value of reusable vs. disposable bags, and the need to keep reusing. Editor Bob Lilienfeld spoke with Food & Beverage Magazine about the environmental and economic value of recyclable slipsheets vs. wood pallets.