Our primary focus is on promoting sustainability both within our own operations and for our customers.
To date, we have helped achieve a 24% reduction in Bunzl's carbon footprint relative to revenue between 2020 and 2024. Demonstrating our commitment, Bunzl has also joined the "Race to Zero" campaign, which targets a 50% reduction in global emissions by 2030.
We actively partner with our customers to identify and implement sustainable practices that drive positive change in their operations. By utilising the latest advancements in technical product offerings, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on society and working toward a greener future. Our key strategies include reducing carbon footprints and eliminating unnecessary packaging, guided by our core principles.
Building a more sustainable, environmentally conscious world for tomorrow
Building a more sustainable, environmentally conscious world for tomorrow
Building a more sustainable, environmentally conscious world for tomorrow
Building a more sustainable, environmentally conscious world for tomorrow
Building a more sustainable, environmentally conscious world for tomorrow
Delivering value to our customers
Promote the Adoption of Eco-Friendly Products
We actively encourage our customers to choose more sustainable solutions whenever possible. By switching to FIBC Bulk Bags, many of our customers have found a reliable, reusable, and recyclable option for storing their products. Not only are these bulk bags environmentally friendly, but they also offer significant savings - customers have seen up to a 60% reduction in unit costs by making the switch.
Anti-Slip Sheets v Corrugated Layer Pads
We’re committed to helping our customers lower their carbon footprint and minimise packaging waste. One of our latest recommendations is transitioning from Corrugated Layer Pads to Anti-Slip Sheets. These sheets offer superior stability, are highly water-resistant, and 100% recyclable. By making the switch, customers can significantly cut down on packaging - one pallet of Anti-Slip Sheets contains 4,000 pieces, compared to just 550 pieces in a pallet of Corrugated Layer Pads.
Supporting Customers in Achieving Their Sustainability Goals
We have developed proprietary material footprint reports that provide customers with the information they need to report progress against their packaging commitments accurately. Using these tools to work closely with our customers gives us a great opportunity to demonstrate the alternative solutions we can offer that would help them meet their recyclability targets or the requirements of new legislation.
Join us on the road to greener solutions.
No More Timber Pallets
Using one pallet of Slip Sheets is equivalent to replacing 1,000 timber pallets, resulting in 50% fewer trees being used in the process.
HVO Biofuel
Several of our vehicles proudly running on HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) biofuel. This sustainable alternative significantly reduces carbon emissions, demonstrating our commitment to environmentally friendly transportation solutions.
Reduce Stretch Film Usage
Switching from 5,500 tonnes of traditional machine stretch film to AK300 low-gauge film has reduced consumption by 55%, bringing it down to 2,500 tonnes per year.
Cut Costs by 60% with Reusable Bulk Bags
Switching to recyclable, reusable, and reliable FIBC Bulk Bags has helped customers cut costs by 60%.
On-Site Beehives
By keeping beehives at our Dublin site, we aim to inspire other businesses to enhance green spaces and adopt sustainable practices.
Our areas of focus and progress
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of our spend in high risk regions from assessed and compliant suppliers
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of our purchasing spend today is either in low-risk regions, with assessed or compliant suppliers in high-risk regions, or on other non-product related costs
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suppliers audited during 2022