Steps Towards Net Zero: Carbon Offset
Since 2000, we have taken steps to reduce the environmental impact of our cardboard manufacturing processes. While we have achieved many of our goals, this is a process of continuous improvement. As such, we are now focused on becoming a Net Zero packaging company. And, with this in mind, we have cautiously explored carbon offset. […]
Count Your Plastic Packaging
A recent YouGov poll reveals that 71% of consumers think retailers and supermarkets use too much packaging. If you agree that there is too much packaging waste, what action can you take to drive change? Reduce and Recycle to Minimise Packaging Waste The majority of consumers are aware of the environmental impact of excessive and/or […]
Environmental Good News
We know that there are many environmental issues impacting our world. However, many of us have made multiple changes to reduce the escalation of environmental problems. So, are our efforts making a difference? Let us share some environmental good news! Prioritising Sustainability Over recent years, a growing number of our customers have stated sustainability as […]
Sustainable Buckinghamshire Businesses
Many of our customers are sustainable Buckinghamshire Businesses. They are typically looking for a local, responsive packaging manufacturer, who can meet their requirements. In addition, keeping it local reduces delivery costs and environmental impact. As we are based in a county full of SMEs, it is always exciting to learn about the small enterprises on […]
The Importance of Supply Chain Sustainability
The availability and cost of imports mean millions of goods are shipped around the globe every day. This generates considerable carbon emissions, an issue which needs to be addressed. In addition, it distances retailers from suppliers, which can mean a lack of awareness about unethical production. These reasons highlight the importance of supply chain sustainability, […]
Changing Drinks Packaging
Plastic and glass bottles are popular types of drinks packaging, but there is a growing demand for beverage cans. So, what is driving this change? Facts about Canned Drinks Packaging Around 370 billion beverage cans a year are produced globally, with 75% made from aluminium and 25% from tin-plated steel. In the UK, 73% of […]
What Causes Deforestation?
Forests have always provided resources for the people and animals that live on Earth. However, the demand for certain products has made it profitable to chop down significant areas of forest, replacing the trees with agriculture. Can the actions we take as businesses in Europe have any impact on reducing deforestation in tropical rainforests? What […]
How to Spot Eco Packaging
The majority of consumers are now seeking out sustainably sourced and widely recycled eco packaging. Given the choice, we are keen to do our bit. However, it’s difficult to understand all the packaging labels! What’s more, many brands suggest green credentials without these being backed up with substance. So, how do we know whether claims […]
Why is FSC® Certification Important?
How can we have paper-based packaging without environmental destruction and what has FSC® certification got to do with it? We know that trees are essential to the global ecosystem, yet trees have to be felled to provide many of the items we use every day. Sustainable Packaging Supplies We’re aware that plastic packaging is damaging […]
How to Reduce Packaging Waste
Zero Waste Week This week is Zero Waste Week, an opportunity to consider what happens when we dispose of packaging waste and other rubbish. We explore if there are alternative options to reduce the volume of rubbish being sent to landfill. Where does the Litter Go? During the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the refuge collectors went […]
Printed Packaging Reduces Waste
Are you fully confident about what packaging can be recycled? Research conducted by the Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP) suggests that at least half of us regularly bin recyclable materials in the general waste. This suggests that there is still confusion about what packaging materials can be recycled and what can’t. In 2009, the […]
