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Sustainability at PRODINGER Verpackung AG: Where We Stand and What We’re Actually Doing
Our Mission Statement
As Wholesaler of packaging materials We are aware that packaging always involves the use of raw materials, energy, and transportation. Not all packaging is sustainable, and even we cannot resolve this fundamental conflict of objectives.
At the same time, packaging serves important purposes. It Protect products, prevent damage, reduce losses throughout the supply chain and enable Efficient logistics processes. The challenge, therefore, is not to avoid packaging altogether, but to use it in the most practical and resource-efficient way possible.
We see it as our responsibility to offer our customers solutions that meet their actual needs and eliminate unnecessary Use of Materials avoid and meet the requirements of a functioning Circular Economy as closely as possible.
At the same time, we are aware that we have not yet reached our goal. Today, we do not have a complete Carbon Footprint or even comprehensive Sustainability Metrics – However, we are currently in the process of establishing such a system. At the same time, we regularly review our sustainability performance and participate in the EcoVadis Assessment part. This independent evaluation helps us review our processes, identify areas for improvement, and systematically address them. Currently, we are achieving the following in the EcoVadis assessment 62 out of a possible 100 points. Our Scorecard We are happy to share this within the EcoVadis network.
We do not view sustainability as a state to be achieved, but rather as continuous improvement process. That is why we are focusing on making concrete progress in areas where we can already make a difference today—in our product lineup, our advice, and our day-to-day decisions.
Sustainability in Everyday Work Life
An important step was our move from Arisdorf to Pratteln, into the Ceres Tower. With the move to a modern Minergie buildings We have deliberately reduced our office space while at the same time benefiting from a energy-efficient infrastructure.
The new location also offers significantly better access to public transportation. To take advantage of this type of Mobility To further encourage this, we provide our employees with financial support for using public transportation. So far, 25 %: Employees' Use of Public Transportation for the commute to Pratteln.
In addition, we enable hybrid work models. The combination of office and remote work provides flexibility for our employees and can also help reduce commuting.
This also applies to our Vehicle Fleet We take sustainability considerations into account. Where it makes sense for day-to-day use, we are gradually switching our vehicles to electric or hybrid models. Currently, 60 % of our vehicles in the fleet partial- or all-electric driven.
Sustainability in Our Product Line
As packaging specialists, we can promote sustainability primarily through our Product Line and our Consulting influence.
As we continue to develop our offerings, we are paying increasing attention to Products with characteristics that make it a more resource-efficient use enable. These include, for example, packaging solutions containing recycled materials, products from certified and responsibly managed forests, and materials that are recyclable or reusable. Currently, 80 % items from our standard stock assortment of corrugated cardboard folding boxes and Speedboxes from FSC®-certified paper manufactured.
In the field of Film Packaging We are continuing to expand our line of packaging products made with recycled materials. Hand-stretch film and quick-seal bags with At least 30 % recycled content from post-consumer recycled material (PCR) are now in our Standard Product Line available.
For us, it's not about offering as many new products as possible, but rather about our customers appropriate solutions to meet their individual needs.
Advice Instead of Excessive Consumption
We see our role not only in selling packaging, but also in providing expert advice to our customers.
Together, we'll check whether Optimized Packaging, reduce material usage, or create better recycling options. Often, through well-thought-out Packaging Concepts achieve both economic and environmental benefits. We share examples of the optimizations we have achieved together with our customers on prodinger.ch/news, for example.
Our guiding principle is:
«Don't pack MORE—pack BETTER.»
Sustainability as an Ongoing Process
For us, sustainability is not a completed project, but rather a continuous Learning and Improvement Process. That is why we raise awareness among our Employees We regularly address relevant topics and raise awareness about the responsible use of resources in our daily work.
We also know that there is still potential for further steps. At the same time, we are convinced that even many smaller measures can make a positive contribution can afford. We would like to take this path together moving forward with our employees, customers, and partners.
Would you like to review or optimize your packaging solutions? Then schedule a personalized consultation with our sales team:
