Cartons, Holidays, and a Few Surprising Facts πβ»οΈ
The holiday season is all about gifts, family time, and festive joy. But itβs also the time of year when cartons have their biggest moment. From online shopping to beautifully wrapped presents, cardboard boxes quietly play a key role in our celebrations.
π The Holiday Carton Boom
During the holiday season, the use of cardboard packaging increases by tens of percent. Gifts, e-commerce deliveries, and decorations all arrive at our homes in cartons. The good news? Cardboard is one of the most eco-friendly packaging materials available.
β»οΈ Cardboard: A Recycling Champion
- Cardboard can be recycled up to 5β7 times
- Over 80% of cardboard in Europe is recycled
- Recycling cardboard uses significantly less water and energy than producing new paper
Thatβs why properly sorting cardboard after the holidays truly makes a difference π
π Cardboard Gets a Second Life (and More!)
Before heading to recycling, cartons can easily be reused:
- gift boxes turned into home organizers
- cardboard used for DIY toys for kids
- packaging repurposed into holiday decorations
A little creativity goes a long way toward a zero-waste lifestyle.
π± Small Holiday Choices Matter
Choosing gifts packed in cardboard instead of plastic is a small but meaningful step toward more sustainable holidays. And once the presents are unwrapped, proper sorting ensures that cardboard can continue its journey in the circular economy.
This holiday season, letβs be pac, not plastic β even when it comes to gift wrapping.
