{"id":1210,"date":"2019-01-27T15:00:44","date_gmt":"2019-01-27T20:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/?p=1210"},"modified":"2025-01-02T07:03:38","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T12:03:38","slug":"recycling-facts-resources","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/recycling-facts-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Choose Eco-Friendly Packaging: Interesting Recycling Facts and Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every single day, brown boxes and packages with a smile logo are circling around the globe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few years ago, all of this cardboard would have been carelessly flung in the garbage. Curbside recycling pickup was a faraway dream and most of us gave our consumption habits little thought.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, times have changed. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nowadays, we\u2019re all aware of our overwhelmed landfills and we dutifully recycle what we can. And it\u2019s easy to do so. Nearly <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dosomething.org\/us\/facts\/11-facts-about-recycling#fnref8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">90% of Americans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have access to curbside pickup or drop-off paper recycling programs. So there are no excuses. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a business, it\u2019s important to reflect your customers\u2019 changing sensibilities and understand their priorities. Things like sustainability now rank high for many consumers. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s essential \u2013 and not difficult \u2013 to show your commitment to the environment. An effective place to start is with your packaging. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Let\u2019s jump into some interesting recycling facts and resources, that may make it easier to choose eco-friendly packaging.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><b>Some Shocking Stats<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you don\u2019t really follow the news, you\u2019ve probably heard about the numerous environmental crises that are threatening the globe. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have an exploding population, water shortages, a changing climate, overflowing garbage dumps, plastic clogging our oceans \u2013 and the list goes on. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Just look at some of these depressing numbers about our environment:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average person generates about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dosomething.org\/us\/facts\/11-facts-about-recycling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">four pounds of trash every day<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubiconglobal.com\/blog-statistics-trash-recycling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25 trillion pieces of plastic debris<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the ocean.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubiconglobal.com\/blog-statistics-trash-recycling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">amount of plastic film and wrap produced annually<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could shrink-wrap the state of Texas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubiconglobal.com\/blog-statistics-trash-recycling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">80% of the items in our landfills<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could be recycled.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usi.edu\/recycle\/solid-waste-landfill-facts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Packaging represents about 65% of household trash<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and it makes up about one-third of the waste in an average dump. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those numbers paint a bleak picture. But it\u2019s not all gloom and doom. As a business, there\u2019s a lot you can do to counteract some of this devastation. Even small steps can make a difference. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Just consider these hopeful stats:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2014, we generated nearly 70 million tons of paper and paperboard waste. \u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebalancesmb.com\/recycling-facts-and-figures-2878049\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But around two-thirds was recycled<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2014, only <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebalancesmb.com\/recycling-facts-and-figures-2878049\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28.4 percent of paper and paperboard waste<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> went to our landfills.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recycling 2,000 pounds of paper, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditdonkey.com\/recycling-statistics.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">saves 17 trees and 3.3 cubic yards of landfill space<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recycling one ton of plastic can save <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebalancesmb.com\/recycling-facts-and-figures-2878049\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">one to two thousand gallons of gasoline<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Consumers Do Care About the Environment<\/strong><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"616\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1212\" src=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/eco-friendly-packaging-trash-recycling-facts.png\" alt=\"eco friendly packaging trash recycling facts\" srcset=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/eco-friendly-packaging-trash-recycling-facts.png 924w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/eco-friendly-packaging-trash-recycling-facts-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to helping the planet, using eco-friendly packaging is a smart branding and marketing decision. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no mistaking the environment is of growing importance to consumers. If you chose to ignore green concerns you\u2019ll likely shed some customers. How you choose to package your goods says a lot about your commitment to the environment. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consumers are weighing how eco-conscious a brand is when debating making a purchase. If you\u2019re running a business that\u2019s an important fact to keep in mind. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a DotCom Distribution study, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edie.net\/news\/5\/Survey--Online-shoppers-want-greener-products\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">57% of respondents said that green packaging is important to them<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecoenclose.com\/eco-friendly-strengthens-your-brand\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">48% of people polled said they would consider switching brands<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if a product they received contained excessive or unsustainable packaging<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ouch. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s a quick way to lose customers<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making a commitment to green packaging is a great start, but don\u2019t stop there. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make a full eco-commitment. Have it permeate your whole business. Sometimes it pays to be a little braggy. So, go on, get credit for your work and tout your efforts on your website \u2013 or even on your product packaging. 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But it doesn\u2019t need to cost a fortune. By taking some eco-friendly steps, you may save money. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First off, choose your materials carefully. But don\u2019t confuse eco-friendly materials with boring. There are still plenty of opportunities to infuse your own brand style. Here are some easy steps businesses of all sizes can take:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opt for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/corrugated-boxes\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">corrugated cardboard boxes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/eco-friendly-boxes\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and other eco-friendly boxes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) using\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/what-is-kraft-paper\/\">Kraft paper<\/a>. Did you know it\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corrugated.org\/recycling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the most recycled material in the United States<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use biodegradable peanuts instead of nasty styrofoam. As a bonus people will appreciate the easy disposal. Just splash with water and they\u2019ll go right down the drain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try Geami paper. It\u2019s one hundred percent recyclable. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use corrugated bubble wrap or recyclable air pillows for added protection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try innovative materials made from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebalancesmb.com\/corn-starch-packaging-2221071\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">corn starch<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/sustainable-business\/mushrooms-new-plastic-ecovative\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mushrooms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or even <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thespoon.tech\/in-2018-seaweed-is-the-new-plastic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">seaweed<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your packaging needs. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And how about the easiest option of all? Use less packaging. Obviously, you still want to protect your items, but excess padding is unnecessary. This will save you on shipping costs, as well. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See? It\u2019s not that hard to be eco-friendly. And the rewards are awesome \u2013 more customers, cheaper shipping, and doing a good turn for the planet. That\u2019s a win-win. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Examples of Companies That Get It<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More and more companies are making a concerted effort to use sustainable practices when it comes to their packaging. Here are two companies that are doing it right:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Green Chef<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"975\" height=\"331\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1213\" src=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/green-chef-recycling-resources.png\" alt=\"green chef recycling resources\" srcset=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/green-chef-recycling-resources.png 975w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/green-chef-recycling-resources-966x328.png 966w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/green-chef-recycling-resources-768x261.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food subscription boxes is a booming industry these days. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a competitive niche, with many trying to capitalize on a healthy, organic, natural trend. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/greenchef.com\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green Chef<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one such company. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, they realize that if you want to tout your company as being natural and good for the environment you need to make sure all facets of your business adhere to this vision \u2013 including your packaging.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prove they\u2019re walking the walk, nearly all of Green Chef\u2019s packaging is recyclable, reusable or compostable. In addition, they offset 100% of their carbon emissions \u2013 including the shipment of every box. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green Chef even goes so far as to tell you <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/greenchef.com\/eco-friendly-packaging\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to recycle every piece of packaging<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you might receive from them. So, if you\u2019re unsure with how to responsibly dispose of that plastic bag or jar, just hop on over to their website and they\u2019ll tell you how to recycle it. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>REI<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s no surprise that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">REI<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 a company that promotes getting people out into nature \u2013 takes its commitment to eco-friendly packaging seriously. \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As part of this effort, REI uses and promotes the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.how2recycle.info\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How2Recycle<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> label, a standardized labeling system than clearly tells people how to recycle their packaging. Sadly, so many recyclable items end up in the landfill because people simply don\u2019t know what to do with them. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"975\" height=\"419\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1214\" src=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/how2recycle-facts-resources-recycling.png\" alt=\"how2recycle facts resources recycling\" srcset=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/how2recycle-facts-resources-recycling.png 975w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/how2recycle-facts-resources-recycling-966x415.png 966w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/how2recycle-facts-resources-recycling-768x330.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">REI also provides packaging guidelines to its vendors. They want to protect their goods in transit, but REI balances this by using less packaging. And, of course, almost all of their packaging is made from recyclable materials and can be easily recycled. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t worry if, up to now, environmental considerations have taken a backseat in your business strategy. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s never too late to jump on the eco-bandwagon \u2013 and it\u2019s essential that you do. Your customers are counting on you. The important thing is to make a start. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all need to do what we can to preserve the earth\u2019s finite resources and make the world a beautiful place for us all. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every single day, brown boxes and packages with a smile logo are circling around the globe.\u00a0 A few years ago, all of this cardboard would have been carelessly flung in the garbage. Curbside recycling pickup was a faraway dream and most of us gave our consumption habits little thought. Fortunately, times have changed. 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