This month's newsletter you will find:

• Exclusive offers - Wrap up the year with savings on our great packaging range
• Eco Spotlight -How can you make Black Friday greener?
• Packaging Heroes - The award winning cleaning products that are better for the planet
• Proud to be B - B Corp of the Month - Meet the food delivery company committed to environmental responsibility
• Brighten your day - How one man single-handedly saved a rare butterfly species
• Join the conversation - Green Rush Reality: A wake-up call for business leaders - Wednesday 6th December

 

Eco Spotlight

Beyond Discounts: Eco-Friendly Black Friday Practices

The Black Friday landscape is changing where the excitement of shopping meets the responsibility of sustainability. In recent times, consumer behaviuor has undergone a remarkable shift, with sustainability taking centre stage in purchasing decisions. Traditionally a period of frenzied shopping, the trends of sustainable packaging and eco-conscious choices are reshaping the retail landscape.

Sustainable packaging is no longer a niche concept but a mainstream expectation. Consumers are actively seeking eco-friendly options, pushing businesses to adopt packaging solutions that align with environmental values. Studies reveal that 43% of consumers prefer brands with environmentally sustainable practices, with a significant focus on packaging choices. Nearly 70% are willing to pay more for products in sustainable packaging, and 35% would buy more sustainably packaged products if available.

In the era of conscious consumerism, shoppers are becoming more discerning, seeking brands that reflect their values. The demand for sustainable and ethically sourced products has driven businesses to embrace eco-friendly practices, from sourcing raw materials to implementing sustainable packaging solutions. Black Friday, historically synonymous with excess and consumerism, is undergoing a transformation as consumers seek meaningful purchases aligned with their values.

However, Black Friday poses environmental challenges due to the sheer volume of purchases and traditional packaging practices that contribute to excess waste and carbon emissions. Navigating the shopping season sustainably is not only possible but increasingly necessary.

Here are some actions businesses can take to be more environmentally friendly this Black Friday:

1. Right Size Packaging: Prioritize packaging that precisely fits product dimensions to reduce waste and transportation emissions. This approach enhances efficiency throughout the supply chain.
2. Eliminating Plastic: Take a stand against plastic by exploring easily recyclable, biodegradable, and compostable packaging materials, such as paper and cardboard.
3. Low Carbon Shipping: Embrace low carbon alternatives like locker boxes and click-and-collect models to minimize individual home deliveries and contribute to a more sustainable last-mile delivery process.
4. Communicate Recycling: Educate consumers on recycling symbols and guidelines to facilitate responsible waste disposal. Clear communication enhances recycling literacy and reduces contamination in recycling streams.
5. Choose Low Harm Products: Opt for planet-friendly packaging materials, such as paper mailing bags and paper tape. Explore alternatives like Puma's shoe box that doubles as a bag, reducing plastic waste.
6. Innovative Packaging Solutions: Highlight brands like Lush, which designs products that avoid the need for packaging or use recycled materials that can be recycled or composted.

So, let's redefine the narrative. We all love a bargain, but it's not just about finding the best deals anymore; it's about making mindful choices that resonate with our commitment to a sustainable future. By embracing right-sized packaging, eliminating plastic, opting for low carbon models, communicating recycling practices, and choosing eco-friendly products, we have the power to transform Black Friday into Green Friday.

Oceans of Plastic

In case you missed it, last Wednesday was Oceans of Plastic, a global campaigned aiming to shine a light on the pressing issue of plastic pollution in our oceans. The figures are pretty grim. According to recent data, it is predicted that if current trends continue on the same trajectory, the amount of plastic in the oceans would look to nearly triple by 2040. This not only poses a threat to marine life, but also raises concerns for human health. Unfortunately, our oceans are becoming a bin for waste including the largest plastic debris to the smallest microplastics.

So, what can businesses do to help? Currently, plastic packaging in the UK accounts for nearly 70% of our plastic waste. Choosing sustainable, plastic-free packaging isn't just a trend; it's a vital step to protect marine life and our ecosystems. 

1. Consider using paper tape over plastic tape - Each year, we consume 915 billion meters of plastic tape. Enough to travel to Mars and back, twice. When using cardboard or paper packaging, make your despatches 100% plastic-free and easily recyclable.
2. Ditch the poly mailers for recyclable paper mailing bags - Whilst poly mailers are often labelled as recyclable, actually recycling LDPE is not as straightforward as it seems. Over 95% of soft plastics generated by e-commerce businesses for consumers end up in landfills or the open environment. Consider switching to paper mailing bags for a greener solution to LDPE packaging.
3. Use phenol-free thermal printer labels - Did you know one of the most popular shipping labels, thermal labels, often contains a BPA coating, which breaks down into microplastics that end up in our waterways and oceans - try opting for a BPA-free alternative instead.

Packaging Heroes

Introducing our Packaging Heroes feature, where we shine a spotlight on brands making a difference, and this month, it's all about Smol. They're on a mission to revolutionize the way we buy cleaning products, offering award-winning formulations that work brilliantly in your home while being better for the planet.

What sets Smol apart is their commitment to sustainable packaging. They've achieved an impressive 77% reduction in plastic with their recyclable and compostable materials. From fully home-compostable tablet sachets to PET plastic bottles made from 100% post-consumer recycled material, Smol ensures that their packaging choices prioritize the planet.

Their dedication extends to Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) approved boxes, sourced from responsibly managed forests, underlining their commitment to biodiversity, zero deforestation, and fair practices. Smol's plastic-free laundry and dishwasher packs, a world-first, have already saved a significant amount of plastic, leading the charge in plastic-free solutions within household cleaning.

Taking a bold step towards reducing single-use plastic waste, Smol introduces refillable surface spray bottles for life, putting an end to the cycle of disposable cleaning bottles. Crafted from 100% recycled PET, these bottles not only help in waste reduction but also contribute to a circular economy.

Smol are a brand that proves sustainable swaps can be effortless, accessible, and affordable, making a significant impact on our environmental footprint.

B Corp of the month – Proud to be B

Abel & Cole, a standout in the food delivery industry, is dedicated to providing organic, seasonal, and sustainable food options. Their commitment to environmental responsibility is evident in their practices, with a remarkable 77% reduction in plastic usage within their boxes. Customers can customise their Fruit & Veg Boxes to meet their preferences, offering a personalised and flexible approach to organic eating. Not only does Abel & Cole prioritize the quality of their products, but they also ensure reliable carbon-neutral deliveries, minimising their impact on the environment.

Setting themselves apart from conventional food suppliers, Abel & Cole takes significant strides to reduce their carbon footprint. They proudly boast zero air freight, opting for sustainable delivery methods to cover fewer food miles. Additionally, the company goes the extra mile by actively collecting hard-to-recycle plastics directly from customers' doors, showcasing a commitment to closing the loop on plastic waste. Abel & Cole's holistic approach to sustainability, from product sourcing to eco-friendly packaging and delivery methods, reflects a genuine dedication to providing a conscious and earth-friendly food experience.

 

Brighten your day

Tim Wong, a senior biologist at the California Academy of Sciences, played a crucial role in reviving the California Pipevine swallowtail butterfly species in San Francisco. Recognising the species' decline in his city, Wong embarked on creating a pollinator habitat in his backyard, discovering that native butterflies needed assistance. Although the butterfly was still common in specific areas, it had vanished from San Francisco due to a scarcity of its host plant, the California Pipevine.

Wong, determined to help, obtained clippings of the plant from the San Francisco Botanical Garden and constructed a screen enclosure for outdoor mating conditions. He carefully sourced 20 caterpillars, allowing them to feed as a group on the Pipevine plant. After pupating and forming chrysalises, Wong continued caring for the butterflies as they hatched, laid eggs, and raised new caterpillars in the habitat. Wong emphasizes that conservation efforts can begin anywhere, highlighting the potential for individuals to improve native fauna habitats in their own backyards.

Join the conversation

Green Rush Reality: A wake-up call for business leaders – Wednesday 6^th December

Get ready for a thought-provoking journey in the upcoming webinar, "Green Rush Reality: A Wake-Up Call for Business Leaders." In this session, we will take a look at the results of a survey involving 500 sales, marketing, and sustainability leaders. An eye-opening 63% of respondents acknowledge their contribution to greenwashing, raising questions about the authenticity of sustainability claims. Additionally, 62% express concerns about the credibility of their own sustainability messages. Join us as we discuss challenges businesses encounter in communicating their sustainability initiatives, providing valuable insights and strategies to navigate the complex landscape of sustainable business practices.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain actionable insights and foster genuine, impactful sustainability practices within your organization. Join us in redefining the conversation around sustainability in business.

 

Exclusive offers

‘Tis the season of giving, and we've got something special for you this December. Wrap up the year with a 10% discount on our fantastic range of bottle boxes. These aren't just boxes; they're a statement – a statement of your commitment to a greener planet. Our sustainable packaging not only protects your precious bottles but also takes a step towards a more eco-friendly world. Simply use the code BOTTLE10 at checkout to redeem your discount.

In today's world, where environmental sustainability is more critical than ever, finding ways to reduce packaging waste has become a top priority for businesses and consumers alike. As a sustainable packaging supplier at Priory Direct, we understand the importance of making eco-conscious choices when it comes to packaging. We're going to explore nine effective ways to reduce packaging waste and minimise your environmental impact.

Right Size Your Packaging

One of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce packaging waste is to use the right-sized packaging for your products. Avoid oversized boxes or excessive padding and void fill that only adds unnecessary material and weight to your shipments.

For instance, if you're shipping a small item like a smartphone case, there's no need for a large box with excessive padding. Instead, opt for a snug-fitting package or mailer that protects the item without wasting materials. Products like book wraps are a great invention for this as they are made from corrugated cardboard and wrap snugly around your product to minimise movement and damage in transit. 

Many companies use custom packaging solutions that are tailor-made for their products to minimize waste further. By selecting appropriately sized packaging, you not only reduce waste but also lower shipping costs.

Reusable & Recyclable Packaging

Opt for packaging materials that are reusable and recyclable. Reusable packaging options are a great way to reduce waste. And when it comes to recyclable materials, choose packaging made from materials like corrugated cardboard or paperboard, which are widely accepted in recycling programs. 

Whilst many types of plastic packaging are advertised as recyclable, the actual recyclability statistics are a surprising result. For instance, poly mailers - a much loved and used packaging staple for thousands of businesses for sending a great variety of products like clothes - aren't as recyclable as you think. In fact, municipal soft plastic recycling capactiy is a shockingly small percentage at less than 5% and over 95% of soft plastics generated by e-commerce businesses for consumers will end up in land fill or the open environment.

So whilst your plastic packaging like poly mailers might appear to be recyclable, the likelihood is it won't get recycled due to a lack of capacity. So, choosing products like paper mailing bags over LDPE (soft plastics) poly mailers can help divert more waste from landfills and reduce the burden on limited landfill space.

Paper is one of the most widely recycled materials in the UK and the infrastructure in place to cope with capacity is well-established, meaning we have excellent recycling rates in comparison to LDPE. Curbside collection for paper is widespread and commonplace practice throughout the UK and plays an integral part of the waste management infrastructure. 

Source Sustainable Raw Materials

Consider sourcing packaging materials from suppliers that prioritise sustainable practices and use eco-friendly materials. Sustainable forestry, recycled content, and responsibly sourced materials are excellent options to explore. 

For example, opt for FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper products, which ensure responsible forestry practices. You can also explore recycled content options, like paper packaging made from post-consumer recycled materials.

Eco-Friendly Packaging

Explore innovative eco-friendly packaging options such as biodegradable materials, compostable packaging, or packaging made from renewable resources like bamboo or sugarcane. These choices have a significantly reduced environmental impact compared to traditional plastics. A prime example are grass paper mailing bags, which break down naturally and leave no harmful residues in the environment. Make sure to label these materials clearly to guide consumers on their proper disposal.

Invest in an Industrial Shredder

For businesses that generate a significant amount of packaging waste, investing in an industrial cardboard shredder can be a smart move. By shredding cardboard, you can significantly reduce its volume, making it easier to transport for recycling. This practice also saves on disposal costs. Plus, if you require void fill, this waste can be repurposed into new packaging. 

Switch from Paper to Digital

Reduce unnecessary paper waste by transitioning to digital solutions where possible. Digital invoices, receipts, and communication not only save paper but also streamline your operations. Transitioning to digital solutions not only saves paper but also offers convenience. For instance, instead of printing product catalogs, consider creating interactive digital catalogues that customers can access online. This reduces the need for physical copies and saves on printing expenses. 

Peel & Seal Packaging

Choose packaging options with easy-open and sealable features. This ensures that your customers can reuse the packaging or dispose of it more responsibly. Peel and seal packaging options, like paper mailing bags or ColomPac postal boxes with adhesive strips, enhance the usability of packaging. With this type of packaging there's no need for additional adhesives like packing tape.

Provide the Right Training

Ensure that your employees understand the importance of reducing packaging waste. Conduct training sessions on proper recycling and disposal practices. Encourage them to be mindful of waste reduction in their daily tasks, such as using reusable coffee cups and avoiding single-use plastics.

Create a Recycling Scheme

Implementing a recycling scheme within your organisation involves setting up designated recycling bins for various materials, such as paper, cardboard, plastics, and electronics. For instance, you can have a bin specifically for cardboard packaging waste generated during shipping and another for office paper waste. Regularly educate employees about the recycling program and its goals.

Reducing packaging waste is not just a responsibility but an opportunity for businesses to make a positive impact on the environment. By implementing these nine strategies, you can contribute to a greener future while also enhancing your brand's reputation as a socially responsible company.

Christmas is just around the corner and the most wonderful time of year can also be one of the most wasteful. With an estimated 50,000 trees needed to make the over 100 million rolls of wrapping paper[1] used over the festive period in the UK alone, your choice of wrapping paper should be about more than what co-ordinates with the baubles on your tree and instead the focus should be on how environmentally friendly it is and whether it can be recycled or not.

With a nation of more sustainable savvy shoppers, recyclable Christmas wrapping paper is widely available this year from a whole host of retailers – but who comes out on top? We’ve compared the most popular festive wrap sellers to see who’s going to be Christmas number one in the eco wrapping paper charts:

B&M

B&M are famous for their bargains, and their Christmas wrapping paper is certainly no exception here. At just £1 for 12 metres of wrapping paper, it’s certainly the cheapest we’ve seen. However, the real cost comes at the expense of the planet as none of the low-cost wrap can be recycled. When we asked B&M why, they explained it was due to the combination of materials used and advised that availability of recyclable wrapping paper options is something they’re looking to improve on.

Paperchase

A stationery supplier who are, in their own words, ‘keen to be green’ it may come as a surprise that only just over half of their Christmas wrapping paper can be recycled. Shiny foil wrapping paper is Paperchase’s downfall and unfortunately makes up a not insignificant amount of their range. It is a shame that a retailer with sustainability supposedly so high on their agenda needs to stock so many different types of unrecyclable foil wrapping paper when alternatives are easily available. Even more so that the foil options are mainly aimed at children – and even the most angelic of children are really only interested in what’s underneath the paper.

WH Smith

As usual, WH Smith have a huge range of Christmas wrapping paper this year with almost 60 different patterns available. 60% of the wrapping papers are recyclable which does raise the question why stock more than the 35 recyclable papers as that number still offers a comprehensive range to shoppers. WH Smith are also stocking wrapping paper which is decorated with biodegradable glitter which is a great swap – however these papers aren’t recyclable. So close yet so far!

Next

Next have been silently making moves with their sustainability journey and have already achieved a 50% reduction in their carbon emissions and diverted 97% of waste from landfill, so our expectations were high when it came to the eco credentials of their wrapping paper. Almost 80% of Next’s wrapping paper is recyclable this year, with their foil-based luxury wraps letting them down. Whilst wanting a premium looking and feeling wrapping paper is understandable, it shouldn’t come at a cost to the planet as even just a thicker paper can translate the luxury look and feel without contaminating the paper with unnecessary extra unrecyclable materials.

John Lewis

For many of us, watching the John Lewis Christmas advert marks the start of the holiday season, it’s safe to say we expected them to take the festive period seriously – and we weren’t disappointed. With their sister brand Waitrose leading the way with eco-friendly package free food shopping, they clearly understand their responsibility to influence consumer behaviour for the better, and as such, John Lewis and Waitrose have ensured all of their Christmas wrapping paper is fully recyclable. They’ve also ditched glitter this year to guarantee the recyclability of their paper, proving they are a conscious retailer wanting to help their customers make better choices for the future of our planet.

Marks & Spencer

Taking home the prestigious Christmas number one this year is Marks and Spencer. And if you’re wondering how you top John Lewis’ offering of only stocking fully recyclable paper; M&S have the answer - going plastic free. Recognising that not only is the used wrapping paper a source of waste but the plastic the paper is wrapped in is as well, M&S have made the decision to bare it all and are opting to add an extra 15cm of paper to every wrapping paper roll to limit any damage instead. And they haven’t stopped there – they’ve also included reusable wrapping paper in their range this year. It is quite pricey coming in at £12 for just two wraps, so it may not be the most practical for those who are particularly generous at Christmas time, but... it’s £12 for 2 wraps for life... so definitely a step in the right direction.

The Upshot

Sustainable wrapping paper solutions are far more accessible ahead of Christmas 2021 as retailers are taking their responsibility to the environment more seriously this year – although some are more than others. The most important thing to remember here is that buying recyclable wrapping paper isn’t job done, it’s making sure you and your family and friends knowing it’s recyclable and acting accordingly – don’t forget to do the scrunch test!

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References

[1] https://pebblemag.com/magazine/doing/5-reasons-why-its-time-to-bin-the-wrapping-paper-this-christmas

With the festive season fast approaching, as a nation we’re set to make up for the disappointment of last year which will see even more gifts being exchanged than ever before.

Over 100 million rolls of wrapping paper are used every single Christmas in the UK alone, all of that paper has to go somewhere. But with it roughly equating to over 227,000 miles worth of paper from around 50,000 trees - it’s safe to say that if your Christmas wrap can be recycled, it should be.

But of course, this raises the question, how do you know if the wrapping paper you receive can be recycled? The good news is there’s a simple test:

The Scrunch Test

The quickest and easiest way of knowing if wrapping paper is recyclable is by doing the scrunch test. If you can scrunch wrapping paper into a ball and it stays scrunched, it can be recycled normally with your standard paper recycling provided there is no glitter on it. If the paper can’t be scrunched or springs back open, it can’t be recycled – this is because there’s plastic or foil content in with the paper.

Just remember: if you find your wrapping paper to be recyclable, remove any plastic tape, tags, bows, or ribbon attached to the paper as this will prevent the paper from being recycled.

Stick or Twist

If you’re making the effort with researching and buying recyclable wrapping paper, then don’t ruin it by putting plastic tape on it – particularly if the thought of separating plastic tape from wrapping paper on Christmas morning isn’t appealing to you, then ensure you use, and encourage friends and family to use, paper tape.

As the name suggests, paper tape is made from paper instead of plastic and can be recycled along with the paper or cardboard it’s stuck to – no separating needed!

The Upshot

Recyclable wrapping paper needs to be a non-negotiable for the season of giving and beyond, and paper tape needs to be too to ensure the hard-work doesn’t go to waste – literally.

Just remember – if it scrunches and stays then you’re good to go!

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If you want to strap, bundle, and secure your parcels without harm to the environment, then paper strapping is the perfect planet-friendly solution to polypropylene plastic strapping for you.

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Shopping sustainably plays an important role in protecting our planet, and we love that our customers think so too. Whilst it may be difficult to know where to begin, eco-friendly packaging is a great place to start, and we believe that providing a great variety of sustainable packaging options allows our customers to begin or continue to progress on their eco journey.

A couple of months ago, we decided to start a hashtag called #WhatYouDoWednesday for us to showcase how our incredible customers use our eco-friendly packaging, what sustainability means to them and their company, and how they are sharing their sustainability story through their packaging choices.

Honey Bee Studio

With cardboard being one of the materials with the least environmental impact, it's no surprise Honey Bee Studio uses cardboard postal boxes for her company's packaging. These brown postal boxes are fully recyclable and biodegradable - did you know, recycling cardboard can save energy and uses 90% less water and 50% less electricity when making items out of recycled cardboard.

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Using eco-friendly packaging is a great way to show your customers your commitment to the environment and protecting our planet for a greener future. At Oh Sew Honey, they've chosen our Priory Elements EcoMailingBags, which are fully recyclable, biodegradable, 100% plastic-free, and made from sustainable materials. Spotted the penguin? there's a reason why we've added animals to many of our Priory Elements Ranges...unfortunately, they are are endangered, and by assigning vulnerable animals to our products, we aim to raise awareness to threats that are affecting their likelihood of survival.

"When I started my business it was really important to me to make sure that I did so in an environmentally friendly way, which for me meant using minimal packaging and ensuring that it was plastic-free and recyclable from the start!"

Kiera Flynn Photography

By incorporating plastic-free and recyclable packaging into their business, they are helping fight the global plastic waste issue, saving the planet's limited supply of raw materials, and reducing their greenhouse gas emissions.

Barefoot.Tech have sealed the deal on their packaging using our Priory Elements Ecotape, which unlike many other packing tapes, is 100% plastic-free, biodegradable, and recyclable - so, when using it to tape up cardboard packaging, your customers can safely recycle both together and reduce their plastic waste.

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Your packaging is where your brand reaches the customer in a physical sense. Choosing the right materials, and ensuring your customer understands them, is a huge opportunity for your brand to demonstrate its commitment to the environment.

Swapping to a sustainable solution is the sensible thing to do, however not informing your customer of your packaging’s eco credentials renders your smart choice almost useless. Plastic manufacturers are turning to grass, polythene producers are turning to potato starch, but unless it’s completely apparent that these new eco-friendly products aren’t the same as the age-old plastics which we’re all guilty of binning, we’re not going to see any considerable change.

The majority of stock packaging lines include official eco markers as standard, though when businesses create their own unique beautiful branded packaging, eco icons tend to be neglected and forgotten about. Whichever solution, stock or bespoke, is best for your business, it’s important to realise that these markers are a great way to communicate your values to your customers, tell your eco story, and help to evangelise your brand’s commitment to sustainability.

Official Eco Markers

If your main focus is instant recognition on a global or national scale, it may be wise to stick with the more traditional and official eco markers. We’ve put just a few below which you should already be familiar with, but as the eco-friendly need continues to grow, we’re seeing more and more rise in popularity and come to the forefront:

Unofficial Eco Markers

You don't have to stick with the official markers to show off the eco-credentials of your packaging. We’ve listed just a few examples of creative ways to speak to your customers about the eco-friendliness of your packaging to show it can be fun, on-brand, and easy-to-achieve:

Get Inspired

Ask The Experts

By working together to swap to eco-friendly products and educating and informing business owners, we’re paving the way to a greener future for us all. We hope this has given you all the information you could need to know about eco markers and the importance of passing on the message to your customers, and probably a little bit more too. We pride ourselves on our service and sharing our knowledge wherever possible, so if you have any questions then please speak to us on live chat, give us a call on 01622 580100, or use our Contact page.

eCommerce operations are our speciality and we can advise on all aspects of despatch to assist you in perfecting your process, so please get in touch - we’ll be happy to help.

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We’ve all been told that recycling plays a key role in saving the planet - but have you ever wondered how it helps, thought about what it does, or questioned what impact it actually has on the environment?

When it comes to recycling, as with most things in the fight against climate change, the small things you do really can and will make a big difference on a larger scale. But don’t just take our word for it – here are some statistics for what you’ve been wanting to know:

The Current Situation

In the UK, the most recent waste statistics show that we’re actually not doing too badly at all, with 70.2% of packaging waste being either recycled or recovered. 

It’s a good start for sure, but it does mean that nearly a third of packaging isn’t making it’s way into the recycling bin. It’s crucial businesses start making a conscious effort with their packaging, and most importantly, telling their customers what to do once they’ve finished with it. You can spend a lot of money on ensuring your packaging is super eco-friendly, but if it doesn’t tell your customers what it is or what they need to do with it, it’s wasted effort, so brand your eco-friendly packaging with easy-to-understand messages or symbols for next steps.

However, all of the current UK recycling efforts are estimated to be saving more than 18 million tonnes of CO2 per year – the equivalent to taking 5 million cars off the road. This really goes to prove the power of a seemingly small effort from millions of individuals - it really does add up!

The environmental benefits don’t stop with lower carbon emissions either – when recycled material makes its way back into the manufacturing process, the difference in using recycled and raw materials is very apparent.

Manufacturing Using Recycled Materials

Recycled paper can be made by using just a few non-hazardous chemicals, while virgin paper is produced with hundreds of hazardous and highly toxic chemicals. Not only that, but making paper from recycled paper uses 40% less energy, and emits 55% less air and water pollution than making it from virgin wood fibres.

The benefits don’t stop with paper either, as using just one tonne of recycled plastic saves 5,774 Kwh of energy and 16.3 barrels of oil. Simply ensuring the plastic waste from your household alone is properly disposed of would have such a large, positive impact on the environment, helping to get it back into the manufacturing process, and reducing the need for raw plastics.

With all of this in mind, you’re not alone in questioning if there’s really any positives associated with using raw or virgin materials? Well, are there? Let’s take a look.

Manufacturing Using Raw Materials

Using raw materials undoubtedly has a huge environmental impact, and not in a good way either. However, given the increased demand over recent years for more eco-friendly packaging, more and more manufacturers are choosing to use new, innovative materials which have a low environmental impact up-front and can be recycled time and time again.

For example, grass paper (exactly what the name suggests, paper made from grass), is brand new to the packaging world. Using grass to make paper uses 50% less raw material, 85% less energy, and 99% less water than wood does.

It’s important to bear in mind that you can only recycle a material so many times, so we’d never be able to completely remove raw materials from use. Grass is a fast growing, renewable resource that is naturally biodegradable and compostable, which would be far better for the environment to have in the supply chain than wood pulp paper.

The Verdict

Without a doubt, the environmental benefits of using recycled materials far outweigh raw materials. If packaging could only be made from recycled materials the planet would be better for it. One thing is for certain, the more sustainable the raw material is, the better it’ll be for the planet the first time it’s used, and every time thereafter.

If you stop for a moment and think about your recycling efforts - do you do everything you could? Are you aware of the recyclability of everyday items you ordinarily throw away? Our Recycling Locator widget allows you to find what and where you can recycle materials and items - and even if it can be done at home or not. We know that recycling can make a huge difference in the fight against climate change, and all of our individual efforts will have a collective impact which we can be proud of.

Ask The Experts

If you have any questions or need advice on choosing the right eco friendly packaging for you and your business please contact us. eCommerce despatch operations are our speciality so if you have any unanswered questions or require further assistance then please get in touch – we’ll be more than happy to help. 

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We know that keeping both goods and the planet protected is important, that’s why we’re excited to introduce the innovative and adaptable range of Flexi-Hex products, providing the ultimate sustainable packaging solutions.

Completely eco-friendly, these Flexi-Hex additions are 100% plastic free, biodegradable and recyclable, carbon neutral and sustainably sourced - great for continuing on that journey to going green.

Easy to assemble, compact, and flexible, customers can choose from a range of multiple sizes designed to benefit them and their products.

From premium bottles and cosmetic goods, to electronic items and sports boards - The Flexi-Hex design guarantees protective packaging solutions to suit a wide variety of products. 

Flexi-Hex provides a premium gifting experience that is sure to impress.

The Flexi-Hex Drum and Slender offer great protective bottle packaging solutions. Or create your own kit using the Bottle Kit Components.

Protect a variety of sized surfboards using the Flexi-Hex Boardsports packaging or opt for the Flexi-Hex Air for lightweight protection to products such as homeware and electronics or beauty and cosmetics.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Some of you may have heard in the media recently of the cardboard shortage the industry is facing. With the increase of online shopping due to store closures, retailers need packaging, particularly cardboard packaging to ship goods to customers.

Just to provide you with an insight into our industry and what RAJA have experienced; during the lead up to Christmas, we had to revise our delivery time to up 72 hours instead of next day. These new level of sales have never been experienced.  From March 2020 just after the first lockdown was announced, sales across our product range were at a new high, increasing more so with the lead up to Christmas (consumers were shopping online for gifts, and retailers needing supplies to send their products). Now in 2021 although sales have decreased, we still find ourselves experiencing incredible numbers – with shops still closed and people not able to travel – goods are being shipped meaning packaging is required. We are servicing the increased demand from our existing customers, and also, welcoming an incredible rate of new customers.

At the beginning of 2020 we were close to moving into our brand new and bigger warehouse, completing the move in July 2020. You could say we were very lucky, to not only successfully relocate during a pandemic, but also had the opportunity to stock up across our product range, enabling us to service customers through Christmas 2020, and now hopefully continuing throughout 2021.

Packaging is a necessity, and this trend will not be slowing down any time soon.

Here at Priory Direct our mission is to reduce the impact of ecommerce on the planet and also use our business as a vehicle for good. As well as focusing on sustainable, eco-friendly packaging and minimising environmental damage, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to donate and give back to charitable causes; that’s why we’ve created the Priory Direct Charity Support Program.

Every order that is placed with us, we give 1% back to the customer in the form of reward points which are redeemable against future orders; customers now have the option to donate the monetary value of those reward points to their chosen charity. We have partnered with four wonderful charities to ensure that we - are our customers - are helping to make a real difference.

Our charity partners are:

• Cancer Research UK - We pioneer research to bring forward the day when all cancers are cured. We fund scientists, doctors, and nurses to help beat cancer sooner.

• Save The Children - In the UK and around the world, we make sure children are safe and healthy. We support them to learn, grow and become who they want to be.

• 1% For The Planet - We fund forces for environmental good, supporting diverse environmental organisations to have a bigger and better impact; we can do more together than we can alone

• Heart of Kent Hospice - We make every day precious at the most difficult of times by providing exceptional care to people living with a terminal illness in Maidstone, Tonbridge, Malling and surrounding areas.

Donating is simple; once customers have put their items in the basket and gone through to the checkout, they will be presented with the option of donating their reward points to one of our charity partners. Once making that selection, we handle the rest from there, ensuring customers well earned points are correctly assigned and donated. Giving to charity has never been easier and never felt so good!

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Peak season has arrived and sales via online ecommerce retailers are increasing, so we want to ensure that you’re getting the most out of us and achieving the highest commission rate with every purchase. With the holiday season approaching and tighter Covid-19 restrictions coming into place, more and more people are turning to online shopping - particularly first timers.

We have a great range of packaging products that are perfect for attracting new customers and first time purchases; and we offer a higher commission rate - 7.5% - for first time customers coming through our Awin channel. So make sure you’re doing everything you can to achieve that high commission rate with our product promotions and offer codes.

ColomPac Book Wraps

ColomPac CP020 Book Wraps are the perfect packaging solution for sending a wide range of goods. Featuring pre-creased depth grooves to ensure a snug secure fit around your items, and peel and seal strips for speedy packing and despatch, these wraparound mailers are the ideal efficiency increasing product. Constructed from robust  cardboard with reinforced edges and strong corners, these book wraps minimise postage costs while providing maximum security and reducing your impact on the environment. Enjoy 10% off CP020 book wraps with the code COLOMPACWRAP valid until 31st December 2020.

Postal Tubes

Perfect for sending, storing and protecting documents, posters, prints or any other kind of rolled paper, postal tubes are a versatile, reliable packaging solution. Available in narrow, standard, wide, triangular and trapezium style, we have a postal tube product suitable for your every need. Recyclable, biodegradable and made from sustainable sources, postal tubes are an excellent eco-friendly choice that are perfect for all kinds of despatch operations.

Sealed Air Mail Lite Bags

Sealed Air Mail Lite bags are a great addition to any pack and despatch operation, be it large or small. Ideal for sending a wide range of goods, these lightweight bags keep postal costs down whilst the aircap bubble interior offers ultimate protection for your items. Designed with recycling in mind, the Sealed Air Mail Lites are easy to separate, meaning recycling the inner bubble bag and outer paper has never been easier. Available in 10 popular sizes, we have a  Mail Lite to suit your requirements. Enjoy 5% off Sealed Air Mail Lite bags with the code MAILLITE-5 valid until 31st December 2020.

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Ditching the plastic and going green has never been easier; say hello to our brand new Grass Paper Mailing Bags!

Yes, that’s right, these paper mailing bags are made entirely from grass; a renewable, fast-growing material that is locally sourced, natural, and planet-friendly. Not only are our grass paper mailers 100% compostable, 100% recyclable, biodegradable and plastic free, the manufacturing process uses significantly less water and energy than that of standard paper, totalling a 75% decrease in Co2 emissions; making them the most eco-friendly packaging solution on the market.

With the same life-span and features of the popular kraft paper mailing bags, but with more eco-credentials, our grass mailers are an excellent planet-friendly packaging choice for pack and despatch operations. Featuring a strong block bottom and gusseted sides to perfectly package all your bulky, voluminous, non-fragile goods as well as an easy to use peel and seal adhesive strip for fastpacking, these grass paper mailing bags are a reliable solution that ticks all the eco-friendly boxes. Made carbon neutrally from sustainable materials, our gass mailers are a 5/5 on our eco score; the ultimate planet-friendly packaging choice. 

Can you believe grass can do all that? Stocked in 4 popular sizes that are perfect for a variety of needs, be sure to check them out today and see how they can take your eco-friendly operation to the next level.

Make The Swap Today

You may think that you need to totally overhaul your whole operation, but even the smallest of changes can have the largest effect. If you need help making the switch to more eco-friendly products, or if you need advice about what kind of eco-packaging is right for you, then head over to our Eco-Friendly Packaging Page and Help & Advice Centre for all the latest products and articles.

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It's that time of year again where new car registrations are being released and everyone wants to get their hands on a brand-spanking-new '20' number plate.

The increase in sales isn't the only good news if you sell number plates; we've got the perfect product which ensures they're exceptionally well protected and delivered safely.

Number plate sized Bubble Lined Bags are specifically designed for securely sending number plates; made with an extra strength oyster kraft paper outer for all-round reinforced protection and better puncture and tear resistance. The bubble wrap interior has a high slip coating to make packing quick, easy, and snag-free to keep your despatch operation running smoothly.

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Packaging sale! Polypropylene strapping on offer
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When it comes to packaging, we are all striving to find eco-friendly, plastic-free alternatives that continue to offer the best protection for our goods without compromising on quality. And as your packaging supplier of choice we want to make sure we are doing all we can to ensure you are using the most environmentally friendly, sustainable packaging possible.  That’s why we are continually adding to our ranges and stocking new, innovative packaging solutions that help reduce the impact that packaging has on the environment and work towards eradicating plastics for a greener future.

Priory Elements Eco Padded Envelopes™

The ideal eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic lined bags, our Priory Elements Eco Padded Envelopes are made entirely of paper and glue - no plastic included! Made from recycled materials, these paper padded bags are recyclable, biodegradable, plastic free and compostable, making them the ultimate eco postal packaging solution. 

Featuring a honeycomb-effect inner lining, these bags offer an excellent level of protection to your goods, ensuring they arrive safely with your customers, whilst the kraft paper outer creates a rustic, eco-friendly finish - helping you convey your eco message. Stocked in 6 popular sizes, shop the range today and pack your way to a plastic-free future.

Priory Elements Ecolopes™

Reduce your impact on the environment by sending your goods in our plastic-free, recyclable, biodegradable fluted envelopes. Made completely from paper and glue, these envelopes feature a corrugated inner material that offers just the right amount of protection to non-fragile goods and are lightweight enough to keep postal costs to a minimum. Stocked in 6 versatile, popular sizes, our Ecolopes are the ideal plastic-free alternative to traditional plastic lined bags. Check out the range today!

Make The Swap Today

You may think that you need to totally overhaul your whole operation, but even the smallest of changes can have the largest effect. By simply swapping your postal packaging to one of our plastic-free alternatives, you are working towards eliminating your businesses’ plastic consumption and helping to reduce the amount of plastic that ends up in our environment. See what simple swaps your business can make and find out more about how you can go plastic-free.

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ColomPac packaging is renowned for creating innovative, efficiency-focused, premium packing solutions that are used by thousands of eCommerce businesses and despatch operations.

As the UK’s leading ColomPac service partner, we are proud to offer an extensive range of ColomPac packaging, from Instant Bottom Boxes and Extra Strong Book Wraps to Trapezium Postal Tubes and Printer Boxes.
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With every piece of plastic ever made still existing in some form, it's no wonder that more and more people and businesses are trying to eliminate unnecessary plastic as a starter, and eventually eradicate single-use plastic altogether. We can't all do everything, but we can all do something, so we've compiled our very best advice for how you can embrace eco, refuse single-use, and make your plastic free pledge – take a look at six of our top packaging picks:

PAPER MAILING BAGS

Out with the poly, in with the paper. If you're used to sending pre-packaged goods or non-fragile items in polythene mailers, why not swap to a paper alternative? Delivering on all of the same benefits of poly mailers but without the eco guilt, paper mailing bags are also recyclable and biodegradable unlike their plastic equivalents. With 79% of all plastic ending in either landfills or the natural world, making this simple packaging swap for your despatches would dramatically reduce the impact your business has on the environment.

CARDBOARD BOXES

Cardboard Boxes are a true packaging classic; one of, if not the most, common form of packaging there is. A simple, low-cost solution which works for practically every business, is plastic free, and widely recognised by people everywhere to be easily recyclable. Cardboard as a material is incredibly versatile; not only recyclable, but biodegradable too, you or your customer can reuse cardboard boxes time and time again, and they're even made from 75% recycled materials.

PAPER TAPE

Don't ruin your plastic free cardboard boxes by sticking a non-recyclable plastic packing tape to it – go for a paper adhesive instead! Paper tape is an easy eco-friendly swap which can easily be recycled and biodegraded in one go along you’re your cardboard packaging. Even stronger than regular packing tape, far more secure, and way more planet friendly, paper tape is a super simple, great value swap which delivers the best quality time and time again.

CARDBOARD ENVELOPES

If you need reliable, reinforced protection for your items and you find yourself typically reaching for classic plastic bubble wrap lined padded envelopes, give cardboard envelopes a go. Made from extra strength corrugated cardboard to provide the very best protection, these robust envelopes are plastic free, recyclable, biodegradable, and made from FSC approved sources – an exceptionally eco-friendly and high-quality product which we guarantee won't compromise on the protective perks of plastic packaging and will be an excellent sustainable swap for your business and your customers.

JIFFY GREEN

Another alternative to using Bubble Lined Bags or wrapping products in bubble wrap before going in their outer packaging, are the mighty Jiffy Green padded bags. Swapping the plastic bubble wrap interior for a fully recycled paper fibre lining, Jiffy Green bags deliver the same, if not better, level of protection compared to standard padded envelopes, are not only simple to recycle, but biodegradable and even compostable too. A smart swap which not only eliminates your business' plastic consumption, but actually enhances the environment too.

CORRUGATED CARDBOARD ROLLS

Whether you're just starting out on your eco-friendly journey or looking to improve individual aspects of your operation, we’re confident we have the products and the expertise to help you. As a business we have made a commitment to reduce our impact, and the impact of our industry, on the environment so you can be proud in the knowledge that your packaging and eCommerce supplies are manufactured and delivered in the most eco-friendly way possible.

ASK THE EXPERTS

We hope this has given you all the information you could need to know about going plastic free with your packaging, and probably a little bit more too. We pride ourselves on our service and sharing our knowledge wherever possible, so if you have any questions then please visit us at www.priorydirect.co.uk, speak to us on live chat, give us a call on 01622 580100, or use our Contact page.
eCommerce operations are our speciality and we can advise on all aspects of despatch to assist you in perfecting your process, so please get in touch - we'll be happy to help.

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