Definition of sustainability
Find out what sustainability means - from the efficient use of resources to the circular economy. Discover how plastics with high sustainability potential can help to conserve natural resources and avoid waste.
What does sustainability mean?
Sustainability is a central principle that meets the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. In practice, this means: conserving natural resources, reducing emissions, and promoting environmentally friendly alternatives. Sustainability encompasses ecological, economic, and social aspects – making it much more than just an environmental concept.
Sustainability in the plastic industry
Sustainability is becoming increasingly important everywhere, including in the plastic industry. The goal is to design plastics so that they are produced resource-efficiently, used efficiently, and can be recycled or biodegraded at the end of their life cycle. At FKuR, the focus is on the development and marketing of sustainable plastic solutions – from bio-based raw materials to recyclable or recycled materials, and compostable packaging.
Why is sustainability so important?
Using existing resources efficiently without compromising the ability of current and future generations to meet their needs. Consumption and production must move away from the idea of single use – because waste is not a sustainable approach. Plastics, with their high sustainability potential, are indispensable in this context. Society and business must find a responsible way of dealing with our limited resources and make the circular economy the new guiding principle: use products for a long time and several times. Avoid waste. We recommend that companies who want to switch to sustainable packaging or increase the proportion first define key areas of focus. This is because packaging solutions vary in their type depending on whether the focus is to be on renewable raw materials, recyclability or the carbon footprint. Here are 8 simple ideas for your sustainable product.
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