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Target adopts five new sustainable packaging goals for green future

As part of this strategy, it will eliminate usage of polystyrene, or foam packaging

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Last Updated : Jun 01 2017 | 3:55 PM IST

Target Corporation, the second-largest discount store retailer in the US with net income of $ 2.737 billion in 2016, has announced five new sustainable packaging goals as part of its strategy to make packaging more eco-friendly.

“We know our guests pay attention to packaging and its impact on the environment. When we provide them with thoughtfully designed, environmentally friendly packaging, we are able to help them take another step toward sustainable living,” said Jennifer Silberman, chief sustainability officer, Target.

The company began the work on its first packaging goal in 2013 - to enhance at least 50 of its owned

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