Environment - "Green Packaging Design"

Assessing packaging alternatives in regards to each method's environmental performance is very complex process that often involves many trade-offs. When designing a "Green" package, one must assess not only the material type and quantity, but the mode of transport, the ease of recyclability, and other factors.

At Molded Fiber, we work with companies of all sizes in their search to develop and implement sustainable packaging solutions. Listed below are some common guidelines to use when evaluating a packaging design for its environmental impact.

Design to reduce packaging material use while protecting products.
Independent studies have shown that molded pulp reduces G forces significantly and dampens vibration more effectively than many packaging alternatives, yet takes up less space.
Eliminate the use of restricted materials ozone-depleting substances (ODS) in packaging materials.
Since molded pulp is made from recycled paper, it contains no substances that are harmful to the environment.
Design packaging components with the consumer in mind.
Molded pulp is easy to disassemble and does not shred like many foam packaging alternatives.
Maximize the use of post-consumer recycled content in packaging materials.
Molded pulp is made almost entirely from recycled paper.
Use readily recyclable packaging materials when possible.
While many forms of plastic packaging can be recycled, molded pulp is easily recycled in nearly every community even at the consumer level.
Reduce packaging size and weight to improve transportation fuel efficiency.
Not only do the nesting properties of molded pulp packaging save on shipping and storage costs, but packaging can often be made smaller due to the excellent cushioning properties inherent in the material.

See how Molded Pulp compares to Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Packaging