Mike Burns

Mike Burns

@Earthrings

Environmental advocate committed to reducing plastic pollution and promoting sustainable alternatives. Passionate about supporting eco-conscious businesses, sharing practical solutions, and encouraging everyday actions that help protect our planet for generations to come. 🌎

Joined Apr 2026 Elgin, United States
16 Writeups
Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Business 1d ago
The Brewer Who Swung a Six-Pack Over His Head (For Science)
Business The Brewer Who Swung a Six-Pack Over His Head (For Science)

Big Rock Brewery needed a plastic-free alternative when Canada banned six-pack rings. Instead of trusting spec sheets, they ran their own tests, including a “wi…

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Future Sep 24, 2026
How to Choose the Right Can Carrier Applicator for Your Brewery
Future How to Choose the Right Can Carrier Applicator for Your Brewery

Choosing the right can carrier applicator depends on your brewery’s production volume, can format, carrier configuration, available space, and equipment require…

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Future Sep 23, 2026
How to Choose the Right Can Carrier Applicator for Your Brewery
Future How to Choose the Right Can Carrier Applicator for Your Brewery

Choosing the right can carrier applicator depends on your brewery’s production volume, can format, carrier configuration, available space, and equipment require…

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Business Sep 16, 2026
Thinking About Ditching Plastic Rings? Here's What Breweries Need to Know
Business Thinking About Ditching Plastic Rings? Here's What Breweries Need to Know

Brown fiber cardboard can carriers displayed in 4-pack and 6-pack formats, highlighting a plastic-free packaging option for beverage brands.

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Legal Sep 9, 2026
Plastic Can Ring Bans by State: What Breweries Need to Know in 2026
Legal Plastic Can Ring Bans by State: What Breweries Need to Know in 2026

With regulations surrounding plastic packaging shifting rapidly, breweries must act now to avoid being caught off guard. From distribution complexities to the d…

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Business Sep 3, 2026
How Cardboard Can Carriers Are Ending the Plastic Six-Pack Ring Era
Business How Cardboard Can Carriers Are Ending the Plastic Six-Pack Ring Era

As environmental regulations tighten and consumer preferences shift, the iconic plastic six-pack ring is facing its decline. Enter a new generation of paperboar…

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Business Aug 20, 2026
What to Do When Your Product Launch Goes All Wrong (A Founder's Honest Story)
Business What to Do When Your Product Launch Goes All Wrong (A Founder's Honest Story)

For many business owners, a failed product launch could signal disaster, but Jim Rouzer saw it as a chance to pivot. With multiple setbacks occurring during a l…

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Environment Aug 11, 2026
Smart Sustainable Packaging: Why Beverage Brands Are Ditching Plastic Rings
Environment Smart Sustainable Packaging: Why Beverage Brands Are Ditching Plastic Rings

Plastic can rings are rapidly becoming a thing of the past, replaced by eco-friendly cardboard carriers that promise durability and sustainability. With consume…

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Environment Jun 22, 2026
The Day I Noticed Plastic Waste on Every Street I Walked
Environment The Day I Noticed Plastic Waste on Every Street I Walked

An ordinary walk through the city turned into an unexpected lesson about plastic waste. What began as a simple attempt to clear my mind became a moment of aware…

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Environment Jun 16, 2026
How to Choose a Can Carrier Applicator (And Why Biodegradable Rings Matter)
Environment How to Choose a Can Carrier Applicator (And Why Biodegradable Rings Matter)

applicationsQuick answer: Choosing the right can carrier applicator comes down to five factors: your current and target line speed, compatibility with the ri...

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Business Jun 10, 2026
Best Sustainable Packaging for U.S. Businesses: A Complete Guide
Business Best Sustainable Packaging for U.S. Businesses: A Complete Guide

As sustainability becomes a critical factor for consumers, U.S. brands must adapt or risk losing market share. With over 74% of shoppers willing to pay more for…

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Business May 25, 2026
What Are Recyclable Beverage Rings? Types, Benefits, and Top Brands Using Them
Business What Are Recyclable Beverage Rings? Types, Benefits, and Top Brands Using Them

The beverage industry is changing fast. As consumers become more environmentally conscious, brands are under pressure to replace traditional plastic packagin...

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Business May 20, 2026
What Makes a Can Carrier Truly Recyclable?
Business What Makes a Can Carrier Truly Recyclable?

Sustainability has become one of the biggest priorities in modern beverage packaging. As consumers become more environmentally conscious, beverage brands are...

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Environment May 15, 2026
Why Packaging Waste Is Becoming a Business Risk for Beverage Brands
Environment Why Packaging Waste Is Becoming a Business Risk for Beverage Brands

Packaging waste is becoming a major problem in the beverage industry. For many years, companies focused only on product quality and packaging design. But now...

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Environment May 11, 2026
How Beverage Brands Are Rethinking Sustainable Packaging in 2026
Environment How Beverage Brands Are Rethinking Sustainable Packaging in 2026

As consumers demand more sustainable options, the beverage industry is rising to the challenge in 2026. From cardboard carriers to innovative materials, brands …

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Mike Burns posted a new writeup in Business Apr 22, 2026
The Growing Shift Toward Eco-Friendly Beverage Packaging
Business The Growing Shift Toward Eco-Friendly Beverage Packaging

 The beverage industry is going through a major shift as sustainability becomes more important than ever. One of the biggest changes is in eco friendly ...

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