Packaging Sustainability Pillars
Our sustainable packaging design policy outlines four sustainability pillars (below) which are embedded into every packaging and new product initiative at Heinz. Specific considerations include the identification, evaluation and use of environmentally friendly packaging materials such as plant-based materials; minimizing the overall amount of packaging materials consumed; and optimizing designs for transport efficiency.
Reduce – Optimize designs to minimize use of packaging materials while ensuring product protection throughout the supply chain, and proper performance for our consumers (e.g., eliminate components, light-weighting).
Reuse – Reuse packaging components where possible throughout the supply chain to minimize material waste and its associated carbon footprint (e.g. reusable totes, pallets, slip sheets).
Recycle – Utilize recyclable materials, where possible. Incorporate post-consumer recycled content where feasible.
Renew – Evaluate and utilize packaging materials derived from renewable sources (such as plants) to reduce carbon footprint.