We all need to do our bit for the environment. There is no excuse anymore. We have all seen the science, the conferences between world leaders, and the impact our habits are having on the world around us. This is why we all need to have a dedicated and proactive approach when it comes to caring for the environment.
One of the things that businesses can do in order to make a positive step is to switch to eco-friendly packaging. Here at TrakRap we hope to make this process as easy as possible. With that being said, in this blog post, we are going to take a look at some of the best uses for eco-friendly packaging and, therefore, which industries would benefit from moving to a more eco-friendly approach for secondary packaging.
Chilled food
There is only one place to begin, and this is with chilled food. In recent times, we have seen a lot of grocery stores and supermarkets commit to a more eco-friendly approach. With Waitrose and Aldi being two brands that have both set goals and targets in this regard and started to make changes. Of course, the nature of chilled products means that the packaging must be 100 per cent waterproof. No one wants to purchase meat that has a soggy package, right? Consequently, some food manufacturers think there are no eco-friendly alternatives, but this could not be further from the truth!
Frozen food
Not only do you need to consider chilled food packaging but frozen food packaging as well. There are many different options here. Eco-friendly stand-up pouches are popular because they don’t require as much material. We have also seen many food manufacturers make the switch to biodegradable plastic. The options don’t end there; you have everything from bubble wrap that has been created from recycled polyethylene for protection during transport to packaging that has been made from corn starch. Work with a reputable supplier to determine the best solution for your product.
Health/beauty products
We are seeing a move to more natural, cruelty-free, and vegan healthcare products. After all, we all care about what ingredients we are putting on our skin, right? Well, it is important to have this same approach and level of care when it comes to packaging. Brands need to look for eco-friendly ways of packaging their beauty items while ensuring the freshness and integrity of the product remains intact. Luckily, there are many different eco-friendly packaging products that have been designed with the beauty market in mind.
Laundry/household products
A lot of household products, such as laundry tablets, come in plastic packaging, which is bad for the environment. However, as we see more and more zero-waste laundry detergents and natural cleaning products on the market, there is simply no excuse to not carry this level of care through to the packaging chosen.
Alcoholic beverages
Last but not least, we are seeing a new generation of products hit the market in the alcohol sector. We’re not only talking about the outer packaging in this regard but also the bottles and cans themselves. From new-wave plastics to cellulose-fibre solutions, companies are working hard to replace glass packaging in the alcohol sector.
As you can see, there are many different industries that would benefit from having eco-friendly packaging options. Every move to a more eco-friendly way of doing things is to be applauded, and it’s something we should all be working toward. Get in touch to find out more about how we could help you to make a difference.
