principles of
eco-friendly packaging

principles of
eco-friendly packaging

However, whether we invent a more sustainable packaging solution, it is always only one side of the coin. The second, equally important, is how the packaging is actually used in practice. In this case too, we have therefore defined five basic approaches to maximize packaging sustainability.

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Use appropriate packaging - size and parameters.

Do not send air and look for a solution that fits the nature of the goods being sent.

2.

2.

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Choose a suitable filling material.

Choose the fixation and filling to protect your shipment well. It definitely helps if it’s made of the same material as the outer wrapping and you don’t overdo it unnecessarily. Not only nature will thank you, but also your customers.

3.

3.

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Reuse the packaging and recommend the same to your customers.

For example, multiple-way packages or boxes allowing return shipment are possible.

4.

4.

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Look for more environmentally friendly alternatives to existing packaging.

You don’t always need plastic. Look for packaging that is at least easily recyclable, ideally as lightweight as possible while retaining the necessary properties – this is where there is great scope for saving by using corrugated cardboard.

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5.

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Don't be afraid to consult us.

It may sound like self-praise, but we have gathered some experience in these three decades. We will be happy to recommend a suitable, sustainable solution.

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FAQ

By engaging in targeted environmental activities (e.g. waste sorting), you are helping the environment. You are increasing the chances of the present and future generations to live in comfortable conditions.

In addition, non-compliance with certain environmental principles is subject to sanctions due to non-compliance with applicable legislative standards.

The carbon footprint is the sum of released greenhouse gases expressed in CO2 equivalents. This measure can be applied to all activities and products. It can refer to an individual, a product or an event.

Efforts to reduce the carbon footprint can be made by a company as part of corporate projects and do not have to be certified projects. Just a local “mini-project”, such as collecting rubbish around the company, can help.

But above all, it depends on each individual how they approach this issue. Do I sort waste? Is there anything I can do to reduce my paper consumption? How do I get to work? Even such seemingly trivial matters affect the CO2 footprint.

In more demanding cases, you as a company can have a certified company calculate the amount of emissions you produce. These emissions can then be offset by investments in climate protection projects (e.g. afforestation).

Corrugated board is made from natural, biodegradable materials such as paper fibres and organic starch adhesive. It is therefore degradable without negative consequences for the environment.

Plastic is a material made from petroleum derivatives and is almost indestructible in nature, unfortunately it is one of the biggest polluters of the environment. It is therefore necessary to sort it so that it is recycled and the negative consequences for biodiversity are eliminated as much as possible.

EKO-KOM is an authorised packaging company, founded in 1997 by industrial companies producing packaged goods. This non-profit joint-stock company has created and effectively operates a nationwide system that ensures the sorting, recycling and recovery of packaging waste at a high European level. The name “EKO-KOMSystem”was adopted for the entire complex of activities provided by the company

The company also provides a number of support projects encouraging municipalities and companies to collect and sort waste and is actively involved in awareness-raising activities in this area.

More information can be found on EKO-KOM website.

 

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