Packaging

HP Pavilion dv6929

Around the globe we are working with our suppliers to develop sustainable solutions to product packaging. We developed an online packaging scorecard to gather information on suppliers’ product packaging and help our buyers make more informed purchasing decisions.

Goals

• Reduce packaging by 5 percent globally by 2013 (2008 Baseline).
• Eliminate PVC from private brand packaging in the U.S. by October 2007.
  • Update: While we continue to look for alternatives to PVC, we have been unable to find suitable replacements for PVC in packaging such as tamper-evident bands for over-the-counter medications, metal can sealants and meat wrapping, among others. While we work to identify and implement other materials with equal performance characteristics, we will continue to use PVC in certain items to ensure safety and package performance for our customers.
• Be packaging neutral globally by 2025.

Objectives and Actions

We are working to measure progress towards reducing packaging in our supply chain by 5 percent. We have placed particular emphasis on rolling out our sustainable packaging scorecard and methodology to our international markets.

Packaging Progress

Our sustainable packaging score card continues to drive our suppliers' efforts to reduce, reuse and recycle the packaging of the products sold in our stores and clubs. As a result, we have seen significant improvement in the way that packaging is developed and deployed by our suppliers.

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