Is one of the trends this year 100% linked to the social and cultural changes of recent times. Packaging design is important (I want pretty wrappers!), but so is sustainability.
Personally, I leave plastics behind and keep what can be recycled or reused.
And you, do you sign up for the the packaging sustainable?
Why do I bet on him? the packaging sustainable financing model
Do you also think that every little gesture counts? So, we're on the same team.
I do, and that's why I try to make my habits more respectful of the environment every day. How do I do it? To start, by making small daily decisions that make a difference:
- Choosing products consciously and informing me about its composition.
- avoiding the raw materials that are not natural.
- Prioritizing proximity to reduce the ecological footprint.
- Trying to reduce waste to the maximum.
- Looking for companies and brands that tcheat the same values as me
I think that all actions, however discreet they may seem to us, add up. And that the necessary change of mentality goes through start making smarter and more selective decisions.
And how to completely eliminate the packaging is somewhat difficult (although not impossible, another day I will talk to you about the philosophy zero waste and what you and I can do to contribute to change) at least we will choose a the packaging sustainable financing model that contributes to the reduction of the environmental impact.
Bye to plastics
The most important is stop contributing to the deterioration of the planet sooner. And one of the main decisions I have made as a consumer is Say goodbye (as far as possible) to plastic packaging.
Have you seen those images of the seabed full of bottles of mineral water?
This data will shock you: in 2020 we generated more than 500 million tons of plastic, and it is estimated that there are about 150 million tons in the sea.
If you find this as worrying as I do, start making decisions today.
Some are very simple to incorporate into everyday life, for example: I I always carry a reusable bottle with me. In this way, I avoid having to resort to the usual plastic containers.
In addition, I have several multipurpose bags They have saved my life more than once. Carrying a folded one in the bag does not take up anything and with that simple habit I practically reduce plastic bags to zero that pass through my hands throughout the year.
What are the trends in the packaging sustainable you should know?
The truth is that in this area we have seen many changes in recent years. Goodness: the industry and the brands are getting their act together to tune in with changing consumer habits.
For this reason, we will see less and less plastic and more environmentally responsible materials. For example:
The compostables: back to the earth
As their name indicates, they can break down to create compost and be used as fertilizer.
This type of packaging is replacing those used in food, mainly. In addition to being sustainable, they are pleasant to the touch and the design is very careful.
Check out these compostable trays! They can be put in the oven, in the microwave, in the fridge and in the freezer. Very practical.
Packaging to reuse
Especially in the last year, and for safety, disposable containers have greatly increased. Greenpeace already raised the alarm months ago and recommended betting on reusable ones.
But is it possible to do it? It's possible, if consumers ask for it and companies listen to us.
At this point plays an important role the design of the products. The truth is that we are used to opening a package and making the gesture of getting rid of it, but would we do it if we could reuse it? Probably not.
Here a few ideas to improve habits choosing better all the containers.
And look at this idea of Lékué, what is original? The same product packaging (its famous steam cooking cases) It is also an apron for cooking.
Recycled materials
The composition is already indicated on many packages. For example, labels that indicate that a paper is recycled. So pay attention and give priority to those that indicate that they are 100% recycled
That includes from padding to protect fragile items to box tape.
Everything can be recycled!
I hope my ideas have inspired you. Tell me how you choose the the packaging of what you buy? Do you have any ideas for incorporate sustainable habits? I would love for you to share it!