The ecological footprint of packaging
Packaging has a significant impact on the environment. From high resource consumption to non-recyclable waste such as plastic and polystyrene. But there is another way: with packaging made from 99% recycled waste paper, climate-neutral production and energy-efficient operation, we are setting new standards in sustainability.
The importance of the environmental footprint of packaging
The packaging industry is responsible for a significant proportion of global greenhouse gas emissions. From the extraction of raw materials to production and disposal - packaging leaves traces that often remain visible for decades. Conventional packaging materials such as plastic and polystyrene require enormous resources and release harmful gases during production and disposal. But there are alternatives: companies such as SUPASO show that sustainable packaging is not only possible, but also makes economic sense.
The environmental costs of conventional packaging materials
Resource consumption: The production of plastic packaging requires large quantities of fossil raw materials such as oil and gas. This puts a considerable strain on the earth's natural resources.
Greenhouse gas emissions: The production and disposal of plastic causes around 400 million tons of CO₂ per year worldwide.
Waste problems: Plastic takes centuries to decompose and causes serious environmental problems, from polluted oceans to the impairment of ecosystems.
End-of-life issues: Styrofoam and other materials are often not recyclable and end up in landfills, where they release methane, or are incinerated, causing additional emissions.
SUPASO's approach: Minimizing the ecological footprint
Climate neutrality as a cornerstone
SUPASO's products have been certified climate-neutral since 2022. Our goal is to minimize the environmental footprint of every packaging - from production to end-of-life.
Sustainable materials
Our packaging is made from 99% recycled waste paper. This raw material is not only available regionally, but is also fully recyclable. This saves energy and significantly reduces CO₂ emissions compared to conventional materials.
Energy-efficient production
Our production facility in Hartberg, Austria, is powered by renewable energy. A photovoltaic system covers the majority of our energy requirements, avoiding the use of fossil fuels.
Durability and reusability
Products such as our reusable box are designed so that they can be used several times. This reduces the need for disposable packaging and lowers the environmental impact in the long term.
Concrete figures: Our impact
CO₂ savings: Our packaging reduces CO₂ emissions by up to 80% compared to polystyrene boxes.
Waste avoidance: By using recycled materials, we prevent the disposal of thousands of tons of old materials every year.
Conserving resources: Using recycled waste paper saves water, energy and wood resources compared to using new raw materials.
Sustainability that pays off
Our solutions such as the Ecoliner and the Ecobag combine functionality, durability and sustainability. They offer maximum performance in refrigerated shipping while reducing the environmental footprint of each individual product.
A sustainable future with SUPASO
The ecological footprint of packaging can be drastically reduced if companies and consumers choose sustainable alternatives. SUPASO shows that packaging can not only be safe and efficient, but also climate-friendly. With our climate-neutral solutions, we make an active contribution to the circular economy and set new standards in the packaging industry.
Find out more about our sustainable solutions: Our products