More and more entrepreneurs want to get started with sustainable packaging, because they see the importance and the opportunities of a circular economy for packaging material. That is why the Knowledge Institute for Sustainable Packaging (KIDV) advises and inspires companies with tailor-made advice. We provide factual knowledge and practical tools, based on applied scientific research, current trends and knowledge of the packaging chain.

Organization

The KIDV consists of a Supervisory Board, a Board of independent experts and the KIDV office. The Supervisory Board consists of representatives of the packaging industry. The College of Independent Experts consists of scientists from various universities.

The KIDV is funded by the Packaging Waste Fund with two million euros per year for a period of ten years. This amount comes from the Packaging Waste Management Contribution. The content of this budget is determined on the basis of annual plans.