SUSTAINABILITY FRAMEWORK

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  • DISTRIBUTION CONSIDERATIONS

    27. MINIMUM PRODUCT VOLUME AND WEIGHT

    Products that are compact and lightweight after packaging require less material and consume less energy in transportation, supporting ecological sustainability. This efficiency also lowers costs, enhancing economic sustainability. Designs that incorporate nesting, knockdown, modular, or folding configurations reduce distribution volumes, while carefully considered construction and dimensional planning can eliminate the need for over-sizing. We include all of these aspects at the design stage itself.

     28. MINIMUM AND CLEAN TRANSPORT 

    All forms of transport consume energy, yet some modes—such as trains and ships—are inherently more ecologically sustainable. Wherever possible, we prioritize these over air or road transport. Minimising transportation not only reduces energy consumption but also lowers costs, supporting both ecological and economic sustainability.
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  • 29. LOCAL PRODUCTION TO CONSUMPTION SYSTEMS

    Local production and distribution systems are inherently economically sustainable due to their simplicity and cost- and time-efficiency. We ensure as much geographical proximity between production and consumption as possible to reduce the need for complex packaging and long-distance transport, enhancing ecological sustainability. By supporting local livelihoods, these systems also reinforce social and economic sustainability.   

    30. MINIMUM PACKAGING 

    Packaging serves both utilitarian and aesthetic functions: it protects the product during distribution while enhancing perceived value to support marketing. Lean design can achieve both objectives and may also enable returnable packaging systems. We minimize packaging, or eliminate it entirely where possible—as this further promotes ecological and economic sustainability.
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  • 31. REUSABLE PACKAGING 

    Reusable packaging enhances ecological sustainability by reducing the need for fresh material inputs. As far as possible, we reuse our transport packaging, thus nurturing an organizational culture of mindful consumption, supporting cultural sustainability.

    32. RECYCLABLE PACKAGING

    Packaging made from recyclable materials supports both ecological and economic sustainability. Its ability to be reintroduced into new production cycles reduces pressure on natural resources while retaining commercial value. Wherever possible, we prioritise the use of paper in our packaging, as it is one of the most widely and efficiently recyclable materials.

    33. PACKAGING MADE FROM LOW IMPACT MATERIALS

    Our packaging is made, wherever possible, from organic and low-impact materials that are non-toxic, ozone-friendly, and free from harmful emissions. This approach minimises environmental impact while supporting long-term ecological sustainability. We continuously research and evaluate better alternatives to improve our existing packaging systems.   

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