Katie Pyzyk
Reporter | @_PyintheSkyKatie is a reporter for Packaging Dive. She worked as a TV news producer earlier in her career and later transitioned to print and online journalism. Katie especially enjoys writing stories about innovation, science and sustainability. Her freelance work has appeared in a plethora of publications including National Geographic, Bloomberg CityLab, Waste Dive, local news outlets and other trade publications. Katie enjoys traveling, running, anything outdoors and eating ridiculous amounts of spicy foods.
189 articles by Katie Pyzyk
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Oregon Gov. Kotek signs foam ban, allows customers’ reusable containers at restaurants
May 10, 2023 -
Curbside film recycling can be a reality with the right equipment and policy updates, pilot suggests
April 12, 2023 -
Sonoco biogas equipment upgrade to aid emissions targets, RNG capabilities
April 6, 2023 -
For OCC demand and pricing, economic uncertainty puts quick recovery in question
March 21, 2023 -
Refill and reuse sectors strive for scale to upend single-use packaging’s stronghold
March 17, 2023 -
LRS’ new $50M Chicago MRF is heavy on automation, with room for expansion
March 15, 2023 -
Innovation takes center stage at Sustainability in Packaging conference
March 15, 2023 -
Colorado’s lead composter imposes stricter accepted materials rules to curb contamination
March 6, 2023 -
GFL says ‘exceptional year’ of growth driven by acquisitions, but M&A expected to slow in 2023
Feb. 22, 2023 -
Production begins at Circularix’s inaugural rPET facility
Feb. 14, 2023 -
Sonoco reports ‘pivotal year’ of growth driven by consumer packaging demand and M&A
Feb. 13, 2023 -
Loop touts retail store expansion as standalone e-commerce program sunsets
Jan. 10, 2023 -
Stadiums pursue new technologies and tactics to boost waste diversion
Jan. 9, 2023 -
Next steps for the Great Lakes region’s circular economy strategy
Dec. 21, 2022 -
Specialty recycling pick-up services flip the script on items accepted curbside
Dec. 13, 2022 -
Why WM and Dow are launching a curbside plastic film recycling pilot
Nov. 21, 2022 -
Why are PET prices declining? Experts cite a ‘confluence of events’ tied to the shifting economy
Oct. 19, 2022 -
Domino’s and WestRock launch initiative to boost pizza box recycling
Sept. 22, 2022 -
How the Inflation Reduction Act is heating up an already active market for critical metals in EV batteries
Sept. 22, 2022 -
Glass Packaging Institute launching MRF equipment leasing program, eyeing Midwest and Southeast
Aug. 24, 2022 -
Domestic destinations for recycled paper and plastic are growing. Is National Sword the reason?
Aug. 22, 2022 -
Lithium-ion battery industry ramps up recycling focus as geopolitical events challenge supply chain
May 17, 2022 -
How Republic's investment in secondary plastics processing puts a 'different twist' on vertical integration
March 30, 2022 -
The pandemic pushed paper markets to record levels. How long will those prices continue?
Feb. 23, 2022 -
Glass recycling revival relies on a growing number of specialty drop-off and collection programs
Jan. 31, 2022