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Sustainable Packaging Procurement

Source reclaimed packaging with complete ESG documentation. Track carbon impact, get sustainability certificates, and report on environmental progress. Full alignment with GRI, CDP, and other major frameworks.

Meet ESG commitments while reducing costs. Reclaimed packaging delivers documented scope 3 reductions with full audit trail. Every order includes carbon calculations and sustainability certificates.

Sustainability Advantage
85%
Less Energy
vs manufacturing new
95%
Less Water
vs virgin materials
100%
Traceable
chain of custody
GRI/CDP
Aligned
reporting standards
Platform-Wide Environmental ImpactCumulative totals
2.5M+
Pallets Diverted
from landfill
15K+
Tons CO2 Avoided
scope 3 reduction
50K+
Trees Saved
through reuse
95%
Diversion Rate
average customer
Why Reclaimed PackagingEnvironmental benefits

Reduced Landfill Waste

Every reclaimed pallet or tote is one less item in a landfill. Extend product lifecycles and support zero-waste initiatives.

2.5M+ pallets diverted annually
  • Pallets: 15-20 year total lifecycle
  • IBC Totes: 5-8 refill cycles
  • Gaylords: 3-5 reuse cycles

Lower Carbon Footprint

Reclaimed packaging requires 85% less energy than manufacturing new. Directly reduce your scope 3 emissions.

15,000+ tons CO2 avoided
  • Per pallet: 27 lbs CO2 saved
  • Per IBC tote: 140 lbs CO2 saved
  • Full documentation included

Resource Conservation

Save trees, water, and raw materials. Support circular economy principles and reduce virgin resource extraction.

50,000+ trees saved
  • Each pallet = 7.5 board feet saved
  • 95% water reduction vs new
  • Supports closed-loop systems
Carbon Savings Per UnitBased on EPA WARM model and industry lifecycle assessments
ProductCO2 SavedTrees EquivalentLandfill Diverted
48x40 Wood Pallet27 lbs0.5 trees50 lbs
IBC Tote (275 gal)140 lbs2.8 trees125 lbs
55 gal Plastic Drum85 lbs1.7 trees45 lbs
Gaylord Box35 lbs0.7 trees30 lbs
Calculations based on EPA WARM model and industry lifecycle assessments. Full methodology documentation available.
The Circular EconomyHow it works
01

Collection

Pallets and containers collected from businesses, manufacturing facilities, and retail operations.

  • 500+ collection points
  • Regular pickup schedules
  • Volume incentives available
02

Sorting & Grading

Products inspected, repaired if needed, and quality-graded by trained technicians.

  • Grade A/B/C classification
  • Repair to extend life
  • Quality documentation
03

Redistribution

Matched to new buyers based on requirements. Ready for continued use in the supply chain.

  • Buyer matching algorithm
  • Regional optimization
  • Just-in-time delivery
04

End of Life

When no longer reusable, materials are recycled into mulch, fuel, or new products.

  • Zero landfill goal
  • Mulch & biomass use
  • Material recovery
ESG Reporting Tools
Carbon Impact Calculations
Per-order CO2 equivalents with full methodology documentation. Ready for third-party verification.
Quarterly Impact Reports
Automated reports showing cumulative environmental impact. Delivered to your inbox on schedule.
Sustainability Certificates
Per-order certificates documenting recycled content and environmental savings for compliance.
GRI/CDP Alignment
Data formatted for standard sustainability frameworks. Export in formats your reporting team needs.
Chain of Custody
Full traceability from source to your facility. Know where your packaging came from.
Custom ESG Reports
Tailored reporting for your specific requirements. Work with our team on custom metrics.
Framework Alignment

Our reporting aligns with major sustainability frameworks. Export data in formats your team needs.

GRI Standards
Global Reporting Initiative
CDP
Carbon Disclosure Project
SASB
Sustainability Accounting Standards
TCFD
Task Force on Climate-Related Disclosures
SBTi
Science Based Targets initiative
UN SDGs
Sustainable Development Goals
Certifications & StandardsAvailable with orders
ISPM-15

Heat-treated wood for international

FSC

Forest Stewardship Council chain of custody

EPA WARM

Verified carbon methodology

ISO 14001

Environmental management aligned

Food Grade

FDA-compliant containers

Supporting Your ESG Goals

Net Zero Commitments

Documented scope 3 reductions with verified carbon calculations for each order

Circular Economy

Support closed-loop systems by sourcing reclaimed packaging and returning end-of-life materials

Zero Waste Initiatives

Divert packaging from landfill with full traceability and end-of-life documentation

Supply Chain Transparency

Complete chain of custody from collection to delivery with auditable records

Documentation Included

Per-Order Certificates

Sustainability documentation for every purchase showing recycled content, CO2 saved, and chain of custody.

Automatic with order

Quarterly Impact Reports

Cumulative impact summaries showing total environmental savings across all orders for the period.

Scheduled delivery

Carbon Calculations

Detailed CO2e calculations with EPA WARM methodology documentation for third-party verification.

On request

Audit Support Package

Comprehensive documentation for third-party ESG audits including methodology and source verification.

Enterprise only
Case StudiesReal results
Company
35% carbon reduction
Major Food & Beverage Manufacturer
Challenge
Needed to reduce packaging carbon footprint by 30% to meet ESG commitments while maintaining supply chain efficiency
Solution
Switched to 80% reclaimed pallets and gaylords with full tracking and documentation
Results
  • 35% reduction in packaging carbon footprint
  • $1.2M annual cost savings
  • Full documentation for annual sustainability report
  • Zero disruption to operations
Company
12K tons CO2 saved
National Retail Chain
Challenge
Board mandated scope 3 reduction. Packaging was identified as major contributor to indirect emissions
Solution
Procurement team switched all distribution centers to reclaimed pallets with quarterly ESG reporting
Results
  • 12,000 tons CO2 avoided annually
  • Documented chain of custody for all units
  • Successful CDP submission with improved score
  • Featured in corporate sustainability report
What Sustainability Teams Say
The quarterly ESG reports from Repackify have become a key input to our annual sustainability report. We can now quantify the exact carbon impact of our packaging procurement decisions with verified data.
Director of Sustainability
Fortune 500 Consumer Goods
A- CDP Rating
When our board asked for scope 3 reduction initiatives, switching to reclaimed packaging was an easy win. We documented $800K in cost savings AND 8,000 tons of CO2 avoided in year one.
VP of Supply Chain
National Manufacturer
$800K savings + 8K tons CO2
Start Your Sustainability Journey

Ready to Reduce Your Environmental Impact?

Schedule a consultation to discuss your sustainability goals and how reclaimed packaging can help you meet ESG targets while reducing costs. We'll show you projected impact and documentation capabilities.

Pro Tip: Enterprise ESG packages include dedicated sustainability reporting and audit support.