In a world of waste, dirt, and public chaos, we need a savior. Unfortunately, this savior would not drop out from the skies. No. We are our savior, and that makes it harder. Many of us consumers have never had a say in choosing the packaging material that comes with our vendors’ products. However, we can change the narratives by opting for brands that offer sustainable options such as eco-friendly packaging. While making this decision, you may drop suggestions for your previous vendor as to why you are opting for a new one. If we do not make the hard choices now, it would be much more challenging to survive in the coming years. Here is some eco-friendly packaging to watch out for.
- Eco-friendly fillers: Fillers are pieces of packaging substances used to pad fragile products in containers to prevent damage. The most popular ones include the air bubble wrap and packaging peanuts. There are biodegradable packing peanuts. Yes, they have found use in hundreds and thousands of firms. They replace styrofoam peanuts which are non-degradable. Eco-friendly peanuts are better for mother earth and work better often. Bubble wraps don’t decompose but can be recyclable in some areas.
- Organic packaging materials: Corn starch is one popular organic product and material used in packaging. It is made from grain and possesses an extent of plasticity. It makes for good sustainable packaging, whether as a container or padding material. Mushroom packaging is another option in this category. Mushrooms are totally biodegradable, and you never have to worry about them. They decompose after a while. They are made from mushrooms with some other agricultural, organic waste. Seaweeds are another nature-abundant packaging option that is eco-friendly and can be considered.
- Organic Fiber: Smart vendors use organic fiber for product packaging these days. Several of them are made of recycled cotton, palm frond and leaves, tapioca, and even helps. You can make use of them over again, even for some other things of your own. Apart from the reuse, see them as an eco-friendly packaging option!
- Wraps and Corrugated Bubble: It is time to also think of biodegradable cushioning. Since air-bubble wraps can be challenging to recycle, an easy option is to look out for vendors who use corrugated bubbles and wraps for padding their products. Both are usually made from recycled paper products, can be recycled, and are compostable. So, whether you are looking to recycle it or you just want to feel at peace knowing it would decompose, you have nothing to worry about.
