We live in a world where we are surrounded by packaging. No matter what you order, and no matter where you order from there is no doubt that the item/s will be covered in packaging.
This can be said for gift ware, electronics, clothing and even food. We need packaging to protect our items from damage and wastage.
But did you know that excessive packaging is harming our planet way more than we think?
That is why using compostable and biodegradable packaging is very important for your business, your customers and our future generations,
What Is Compostable and Biodegradable Packaging?
Traditionally, packaging is made from, or weaved with some form of plastic simply due to it’s adaptability and cost effectiveness. However we are soon learning that plastic is actually more sturdy than first thought and simply does not break down easily enough. This is now taking its toll on the planet; you cannot drive down a road without seeing plastic waste piling up in the roadside, and some of that packaging can be dated back 20/30 years or even more.
Biodegradable and compostable packaging is made in a way that is much kinder to than environment. They tend to be made from plant based, recycled materials. This means that when they are disposed of, they can return to the earth much quicker and therefore will help to secure the right environmental conditions for our future generations.
What Are the Benefits to Biodegradable and Compostable Packaging
As we are sure you can imagine, there are plenty of benefits to Biodegradable and Compostable Packaging, and these should seriously be considered if you are ever using packaging products, or even if you are buying products too.
Environmental Benefits
As we mentioned earlier in this article, one of the main benefits for using Biodegradable and Compostable Packaging is the fact that they break down much easier therefore can go back into the earth in a much shorter time than alternatives.
Beyond that, compostable packaging requires less carbon to produce, reduces the amount of waste sent to landfill.
Social Benefits
We are living in a world where consumers are making buying decisions based on more than just price and the product features. They also want to understand the product’s impact on the environment.
A recent study found that 61% of consumers consider green packaging when deciding where to shop. This is a statistic destined to grow as future generations start to grow up and are educated in the their awareness of the environment.
Financial Benefits
A large proportion of businesses have suggested that they have seen a decline in their waste costs when using biodegradable and compostable packaging. Put this alongside a more attractive proposition for your customers, and using this form of packaging could most certainly bring a very attractive ROI for you and your business.
