In today's sustainability-focused trading environment, businesses are increasingly aware of the environmental impact of their operations. One significant aspect is measuring and reporting carbon emissions associated with packaging use. 

At Allpack, we provide comprehensive services to assist businesses in measuring and reporting their packaging-related carbon footprint, and in this blog post, we’ll outline the essentials of packaging reporting for carbon emissions. In particular, we’ll highlight the value of tailored solutions in helping businesses reduce their environmental footprint.

Packaging reporting for carbon emissions

Packaging reporting for carbon emissions involves a thorough examination of the greenhouse gas emissions linked to the production, use, and disposal of packaging materials. It aims to quantify the carbon footprint of packaging activities and serves as a crucial tool for businesses to identify areas for improvement and implement sustainable practices. By measuring and reporting carbon emissions, companies can gain insights into their environmental impact, set reduction targets, and enhance their overall sustainability strategy.

Understanding the reporting process

The process of packaging reporting for carbon emissions typically involves the following steps:

Data collection

Accurate data collection is vital in the reporting process. Allpack collaborates closely with businesses to gather information on packaging materials, quantities, manufacturing processes, transportation, and waste management. We also provide accurate analysis of volumes, materials and production, ensuring a reliable and robust analysis to help inform your sustainability profile.

Emission calculation 

There are numerous key figures necessary to calculate the carbon emissions associated with each stage of the packaging life cycle. This includes emissions from raw material extraction, manufacturing, transportation, use, and end-of-life disposal. By considering the entire life cycle, the analysis provides a comprehensive picture of the carbon footprint.

Identification of operational scope 

Packaging emissions are categorised into different scopes to capture direct and indirect emissions:

• Scope 1 includes direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, such as on-site fuel combustion. 
• Scope 2 covers indirect emissions from purchased electricity
• Scope 3 encompasses indirect emissions from the entire value chain, including suppliers and logistics.

Reporting and analysis

To add clarity and produce clear benchmarks, many suppliers provide businesses with detailed reports presenting the carbon emissions analysis. These reports offer quantitative data, charts, and graphs that enable companies to visualise their environmental impact and modify their processes accordingly. The analysis also highlights emissions hotspots and areas for improvement, empowering businesses to work with their partners to make more informed decisions and develop tailored sustainability strategies.

Empowering businesses to operate sustainably

Allpack offers extensive guidance to help businesses throughout the packaging reporting process, fostering greener operations and increased traceability. Our services include:

Comprehensive analysis 

We employ industry-leading methodologies to calculate carbon emissions, accounting for every element in the entire packaging life cycle and businesses’ essential commercial and operational factors, resulting in detailed reports that break down emissions into several key packaging areas. This enables companies to identify essential points for emissions reduction, make guided adjustments to their processes and forecast necessary changes to their systems ahead of time.

Tailored recommendations

Drawing from the analysis, we can produce customised recommendations to help businesses reduce their packaging-related carbon footprint. This may involve exploring sustainable packaging alternatives such as all-paper void-fill, optimising pack station design, improving transportation efficiency, or implementing recycling initiatives.

Ongoing support 

Operating with sustainability in mind is an ongoing process. That’s why we provide proactive monitoring and support to ensure sustained progress in emissions reduction, tracking environmental performance, refining strategies, and helping companies achieve their sustainability goals.

Additionally, as part of our commitment to environmental responsibility, we offer the option of offsetting our clients' carbon footprint through innovation-led packaging solutions. By partnering with Allpack, businesses can choose sustainable packaging options that help offset their carbon emissions. We also provide a certificate to validate the offset, demonstrating their commitment to sustainability.

Packaging reporting for carbon emissions is a critical step in businesses' sustainability journeys. Through accurate data collection, comprehensive analysis, tailored recommendations, and ongoing support, we empower businesses to reduce their environmental impact and contribute to a greener future. 

To explore further details on how we can assist you in elevating your packaging sustainability and diminishing your environmental impact, we encourage you to reach out to us today. You can easily get in touch by sending us a message or emailing us at sales@allpack.uk.com. We are eager to guide you on your path towards a more sustainable future.