Of course, as an organization, we also critically examine our ecological footprint. We do not want to take from the earth but hand it back where possible. In that way, we hope to create a balance so our planet can provide us with its pleasures for a longer time.

What are we doing?

Last year we chose to change our packaging. 

Firstly, we want the look & feel to match the brand we have in mind. 

Secondly, we want to ship our packaging more sustainably. Because in the past there was a lot of unnecessary air lost to our packaging. 

For example, we are examining which retail boxes can be smaller, which products fit on a retail card, and which products only need a label or sticker. This means that the container space is utilized more efficiently. In this case, you fill each pallet entirely with products that leave as little air as possible between the container and pallet. This form of transport reduces our CO2 emissions. 

Besides, we try to market as much FSC packaging as possible, which is more sustainable for the planet. FSC stands for The Forest Stewardship Council. They offer a seal of approval for products, certifying them as having met the "gold standard" in ethical production. This means that all wood used is from carefully managed forests with positive impacts on the environment and local communities—and still economically viable!

In addition, we received a circular workshop on January 17. During the workshop, we learned about 'the world of circularity' and what we can contribute. Information was shared about the worldwide increasing demand for raw materials. That is why the Dutch government is working with knowledge institutes, nature, and environmental organizations, governments, and other social organizations to use raw materials more efficiently. This results in a crucial goal that the Netherlands will run on a fully circular economy by 2050.

Furthermore, we are investigating the possibility of making products from recycled material instead of virgin material (entirely new raw materials). Because using recycled materials drastically reduces carbon emissions and pollutants. In fact, a study conducted by the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) found a reduction in CO2 emissions from recycled resin production compared to virgin materials; 67% for PET and 71% for polypropylene are two examples.

Finally, metals showed even greater savings: air pollution by 86%, water consumption by 40%, and 76% less water pollution when using recycled steel instead of virgin materials. Also, the energy-saving benefits should not be overlooked. For example, producing cast recycled aluminum uses 95% less energy, and steel 70% less!

A good question to ask yourself

What can your organization do?

• Consume less, taking back products for reuse 
• Lending products as a service 
• Check waste contribution 
• Efficient shipping (think about what we told you before; the reduced packaging)
• Use green transport where possible. 
• Check the sustainability of the business premises; Think, for example, about LED lighting

And when it comes to our cooperation, we suggest bundling orders. When you bundle orders, there are fewer CO2 emissions because less transport movement is needed. A large order that is placed once a month instead of placing orders every day or week can already have a significant impact. It is better to fill a container full of pallets than a container with just a few products. To do this type of shipping indicates that the order frequency decreases and the order size increases.

We are taking small steps that have a significant impact on our precious earth.

We hope to have inspired you with a small bundle of information. With a few small and simple solutions, you can already contribute to a circular economy and more importantly: the reduction of CO2 emissions.

Will you join us? Say yes to circularity!

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