SUSTAINABILITY

Carbon Footprint calculation of packaging solutions for meat products

The study “Calculation of the carbon footprint of packaging solutions for meat products” was carried out by the Fraunhofer-Institut UMSICHT. The results are summarized in the following. (15 March 2019 I Sustainability and resource management)

Which packaging causes less greenhouse gas emissions?
Injection moulding cup or clip closure solution?

Clip closure solution performs better than injection molding cups. 

Up to 64% less greenhouse gas emissions.

Which packaging causes less greenhouse gas emissions?
Thermoformed packaging or clip closure solution?

Clip closure solution performs better than thermoformed packaging for cold cuts. 

Up to 81% less greenhouse gas emissions.