PACKAGING CARBON CALCULATOR
Make confident packaging decisions with clear, comparable carbon data
Developed with sustainability experts Valpak, our in-house carbon calculator compares the carbon footprints of many different types of packaging, including plastic, bio-plastics, paper and card. This helps clients assess if they are using the right material for their packaging.
Helping you reduce the carbon footprint of your packaging
In addition to material choice, we also use the calculator to quantify the benefits of making sustainable decisions, such as specifying material with a high recycled content, downgauging and pack size reduction.
Easy to read visual outputs
Our packaging carbon calculator provides clear, visual outputs – ideal for customers, internal teams and sustainability reporting. It is a valuable tool for helping clients meet their SBTs and carbon targets.
We can quickly generate carbon footprint data for your:
- Concept ideas (the best time!)
- Packs in development – when changes are easiest
- Existing product lines – it is never too late to find easy wins
We offer suggestions on how to reduce your footprint, such as:
- Material choices (sustainable materials, increased recycled content)
- Design optimisation (reducing pack weight, mono-material packaging)
Need more information? We’ve put together answers to the most commonly asked questions.
How do I find out the carbon footprint of my packaging?
I am working with you on a new pack concept, will you help me understand the carbon footprint of the different options we are considering?
Can you help me understand the carbon footprint of my packaging if I don’t source it from you?
Yes of course. Get in touch and tell us about your existing pack. We will ask you a few questions and then prepare a carbon datasheet for you. We will also compare your product against alternatives for your consideration. If we can offer you a better alternative, we will tell you.
How long does it take to get carbon footprint data for my packaging?
At what point should I consider the carbon footprint of may packaging?
How do I know what thickness of plastic I need for my packaged product?
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We make high-quality thermoformed packaging for many industries. We make all types of thermoformed packs: from simple blisters and flow wrap trays; to bespoke, complex clam packs and transit trays. Our factory in Manchester handles order quantities from a few thousand to tens of millions, for local and international clients.
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