PROVIDE SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVES TO 100% PLASTIC PACKAGING
Plastic: undeniable usefulness, but a major ecological threat
Plastic, with its lightness and resistance, has found its place in many industrial and everyday uses. However, this very resistance, often praised as an advantage, becomes a threat to our planet. Plastic takes centuries to decompose, polluting our soils, oceans, and ecosystems. Every year, it generates massive pollution and contributes to the accumulation of microplastics that contaminate wildlife, flora, and even our own organisms. Moreover, its production, primarily derived from fossil resources, accelerates greenhouse gas emissions, worsening the climate crisis.
In the face of this environmental urgency, regulations are evolving, and the PPWR law at the European level is enforcing profound changes. This legislative proposal aims to reduce single-use plastic packaging and promote reusable, recyclable, or biodegradable solutions. It sets ambitious goals that encourage businesses to adopt environmentally friendly alternatives.
Molded pulp: An ideal solution
This is where molded pulp stands out as an essential solution. Made from recycled natural fibers and renewable virgin fibers, it perfectly meets the requirements of the PPWR law: it is biodegradable, recyclable, and integrates seamlessly into a circular economy.
Adaptable to a wide range of applications, it offers performance equal to or even superior to plastic while significantly reducing environmental impact.
By opting for wood pulp solutions, companies can not only comply with new regulations but also anticipate the growing consumer demand for sustainability.
1. Environmentally Friendly Packaging
We design and manufacture high-density molded pulp packaging, an eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastics.
Our commitments:
- Use of recycled and biodegradable raw materials: Certified PEFC or FSC, ensuring responsible forest management.
- Closed water loop: We recycle the water used in our manufacturing processes to limit consumption.
- Waste recovery: Our cellulose waste is collected and recycled by an external organization.
- Renewable energy: Our production site is equipped with 1,500 m² of solar panels to reduce our carbon footprint.
- Eco-design: We develop 100% compostable packaging (certified EN 13432) and participate in France 2030 to innovate in plastic-free solutions.
2. A Strong Commitment to Our Employees
Our employees are at the heart of our success. We prioritize their safety, well-being, and professional growth.
Our actions:
- Safety and ergonomics: Modernizing equipment and adapting workstations.
- Equality and inclusion: Promoting diversity and ensuring gender equality.
- Continuous training: Supporting employees in their professional development.
- Social dialogue: Monthly meetings with staff representatives to improve working conditions.
- Employee benefits: Access to a works council (TEMPEOS Solution) offering leisure and purchasing power benefits.
A Significant Progress in Paper and Cardboard Recycling in France
- In 2023, the recycling rate for paper and cardboard packaging in France reached 69 %, marking a significant increase compared to previous years.
- This growth can be attributed to the simplification of sorting practices, now accessible to 98 % of the French population, which has led to a rise in the amount of recycled paper and cardboard packaging.
Recycled Paper: A Pillar of French Paper and Cardboard Production
In France, approximately 7.1 million tonnes of paper and cardboard were produced in 2022, with 71.3 % coming from recycled fibers—nearly 5 million tonnes.
These recycled materials are used to manufacture a wide range of products: packaging, printing paper, cardboard, notebooks, and more.
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Paper Recycling: A Key Lever for Energy Savings and Forest Preservation
- Paper recycling can save up to 60 % of energy and water compared to the production of new paper.
- Recycling just one tonne of paper helps save between 3 and 5 tonnes of wood, contributing significantly to forest preservation.
Cellulopack SAS
197, Avenue de Lattre de Tassigny
82 100 Castelsarrasin
Contact Commercial : 06.22.19.85.95
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