Eco Friendly Packaging

During the last half of the twentieth century chemical-based plastic styrofoam packing peanuts were the go-to packaging materials for companies and small businesses around the world for shipping their product to their customers. They were light weight, cheap and easy to use and no one seemed to care that they have a life of hundreds of years and their production and use may cause harm to humans and our environment. In the last decade, people have become increasingly alarmed at the amount of plastic packaging waste showing up in our oceans and once pristine beaches around the world and demand for more earth friendly packaging and eco friendly materials began to rise. In today's world, it is essential to prioritize environmental sustainability. One of the ways that companies can make a difference is by using earth-friendly packaging materials. These materials are designed to reduce waste and minimize the impact on the environment.

Many companies are now using eco-friendly materials in their products and packaging. This is good news for the environment, as it means less waste and fewer harmful chemicals entering our air and water. Small businesses, in particular, can benefit from using these materials. Not only does it show customers that they care about the environment, but it can also save money in the long run.

There are many different types of environmentally friendly packaging materials available, some are more eco-friendly than others. Many manufacturers and suppliers are claiming to have earth friendly packaging products, and many are environmentally better to some degree than traditional plastic and styrofiam, but we need to look at products closely to know for sure. Sylvacurl tops the list as an earth friendly packaging product because it is made only of wood, which is responsibly sourced from the Northern Forests of Vermont. We use an eco-friendly process that includes working with local Vermont loggers to use a type of wood that does not have many uses, helping the forestry industry as well as offering an earth friendly packaging product,

Using eco-friendly packaging materials is not just good for the environment; it can also be good for business. Many consumers are looking for products that are made with sustainable materials and packaged in an eco-friendly way. Companies that prioritize sustainability are more likely to attract and retain these customers. The boxes need to be eco friendly or FSC certified, as does the packaging material inside. They both have to perform their primary function of keeping the product from getting broken during shipping. And now because of environmental rules and consumer demands, they need to be eco friendly as well. 

When it comes to shipping products, using eco-friendly materials can also help companies save money. For example, switching to smaller boxes can reduce shipping costs while also reducing the amount of waste generated. Additionally, companies can consider using reusable packaging materials that can be returned and reused multiple times. Sylvacurl is ideal in that it can be reused multiple times for shipping, and then can be used as pet bedding, fire starter, or garden mulch before being composted in backyards or home compost piles. 

As more companies prioritize sustainability, the demand for eco-friendly packaging materials is likely to increase. Even governments are beginning to ban certain products in their jurisdictions such as New York City banning single use styrofoam food containers. This is good news for the environment, as it means less waste and fewer harmful chemicals entering our air and water. It also presents an opportunity for small businesses to differentiate themselves and attract customers who care about the environment.

Using earth-friendly packaging materials is an important step towards creating a more sustainable future. Companies of all sizes can benefit from using these materials in their products and shipping supplies. By prioritizing sustainability, businesses can make a positive impact on the environment while also attracting and retaining eco-conscious customers.