Sustainability is more important than ever in the packaging industry. There are numerous well-founded approaches and models for assessing packaging solutions – including complex methods such as life cycle assessments. However, access to sound expertise and independently usable tools is often costly, time-consuming or requires extensive prior knowledge. This is where the elbpackguide comes in – offering a complementary approach that compiles relevant information, is easy to access, and encourages reflection on packaging and sustainability. The goal is to support more informed decisions – beyond gut feeling.

Developed by BFSV e.V., the elbpackguide is aimed especially at small and medium-sized enterprises, packaging decision-makers, researchers, and other stake ...