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A. Group O offers a wide range of eco-friendly packaging materials, including reusable packaging, recycled paper and cardboard, plant-based packaging, bio-based films, compostable materials, and extensive post-consumer recycled (PCR) options across multiple product categories. We provide solutions that help companies reduce environmental impact while maintaining product protection and operational efficiency.

A. Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) packaging uses materials recovered after consumer use, diverting waste from landfills and giving it a second life in packaging applications. Group O offers PCR packaging in machine and hand stretch film, hooder film, cushioning and void fill, polybags, shrink film, tapes, and labels. PCR content ranges from 5% up to 90%, depending on the product type.

A. Yes! Here are some examples from our PCR packaging lineup:

• Machine Stretch Film: 30% PCR with 300% pre-stretch for high-performance wrapping.
• Hand Stretch Film: Up to 40% PCR content.
• Hooder Film: Up to 50% PCR.
• Cushioning & Void Fill: Up to 80% PCR.
• Polybags & Mailers: Up to 50% PCR poly mailers; 30% PCR + 20% PIR can liners.
• Shrink Film: Up to 35% PCR in polyolefin shrink film.
• Tapes: Up to 90% PCR content in certain hot melt tapes and 100% recycled paper options.
• Labels: Up to 90% PCR in liners.

A. Not at all. Group O’s sustainable packaging material offerings are engineered to deliver the same or even improved performance compared to traditional options. Stretch films, cushioning, void fill, and sealing solutions using recycled or plant-based content still provide superior protection, load stability, and durability. In many cases, optimized sustainable packaging can even reduce product damage, lowering returns and waste.

A. Sustainable packaging does not always mean higher cost. Through packaging optimization, material right-sizing, automation, and strategic sourcing, Group O often helps clients implement sustainable packaging solutions that are cost-neutral — and in some cases, even lower overall costs by reducing materials, freight, storage, and handling expenses.

A. Optimizing secondary and tertiary packaging (such as stretch films, strapping, void fill, pallets, and shipping cartons) can directly reduce upstream and downstream Scope 3 emissions. Lighter, right-sized, and recycled-content packaging reduces raw material usage, manufacturing energy, and transportation emissions. Group O’s experts evaluate your full packaging system to identify ways to lower your carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency.

A. Yes. In addition to providing eco-friendly packaging materials, Group O offers packaging optimization services and automation equipment. We analyze your packaging processes to reduce material usage, improve operational efficiency, and lower overall costs—all while supporting your sustainability goals.

A. Packaging optimization reduces waste, minimizes excess materials, and improves transportation efficiency, all of which contribute to lowering carbon emissions and environmental footprint. Group O’s experts identify opportunities to down-gauge films, consolidate SKUs, improve packaging design, and implement automation solutions that maximize both sustainability and savings. We also test alternative materials and provide data-driven packaging evaluations—including Life Cycle Assessments (LCA)—to ensure that any changes deliver measurable improvements in performance, cost, and environmental impact.

A. Group O provides sustainable packaging solutions for a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, retail, eCommerce, consumer goods, electronics, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, and distribution/warehousing. Our flexible solutions can be customized to meet the unique needs and regulatory requirements of each industry.

A. Absolutely. Group O actively works with clients to identify innovative, alternative materials such as plant-based packaging (e.g. sugarcane-based), glass, and recycled paper products, helping businesses meet evolving environmental standards and consumer expectations. In addition, we provide data-driven analysis—including Life Cycle Assessments (LCA)—to compare material performance, cost implications, and carbon footprint, ensuring informed decision-making for long-term sustainability goals.

A. Contact our packaging team to schedule a consultation. We’ll assess your current packaging program, explore sustainable alternatives, and design a tailored solution that aligns with your environmental and business goals.

A. No — sustainable and recyclable aren’t the same, though they’re closely connected. Sustainability refers to meeting today’s needs without limiting future generations’ ability to do the same, while recyclability focuses specifically on what happens at a product’s end of life — whether it can be collected, processed, and turned into new materials. Check with our packaging materials distribution team to find out about recyclability of materials.