As a leading supplier of packaging solutions, we are proud to announce our recent achievement of Level 3 certification in Smart Carbon’s respected five-step carbon reduction programme. This significant milestone underscores Aegg’s commitment to environmental stewardship and our ongoing journey towards a more sustainable future for the packaging industry.
The Smart Carbon five-step programme is a comprehensive framework designed to help organisations measure, manage, and dramatically reduce their carbon footprint. Developed by carbon management experts, it helps organisations navigate the process of understanding and managing their carbon footprint, aligning with Net Zero goals. The five steps are designed to mark milestones on the journey to Net Zero.
The five levels are as follows:
Aegg’s achievement of Level 3 signals our successful transition from measurement to action -moving from awareness and analysis to tangible, credible carbon reduction.
As Aegg continues to expand, we remain committed to meeting today's needs while protecting the future. We have undertaken a comprehensive review of our operations and pledged to achieve Net Zero by 2050; through initiatives such as increasing the production of right-weighting products and undertaking sustainability audits with our suppliers encouraging them to commit to Net Zero and seek SBTi validation. Because we own our own warehouse and fleet, we can focus on improved process control and reduced environmental impact, and the implementation of a community engagement programme has connected our employees with local environmental issues. Aegg consistently strives to minimise our environmental footprint while delivering exceptional value to our clients.
Aegg’s Level 3 status is the result of a series of carefully planned initiatives, each designed to address specific aspects of the company’s carbon footprint:
The hallmark of Smart Carbon’s programme is its demand for evidence-based progress. Aegg’s journey to Level 3 required us to demonstrate verifiable reporting in our carbon footprint across multiple operational areas. Through rigorous data collection, third-party audits, and transparent reporting, Aegg has set measurable benchmarks and plans to achieve Net Zero by 2050.
Aegg’s achievement comes at a pivotal moment for the packaging sector, which is under increasing pressure to adopt more sustainable practices amid heightened public concern about climate change and resource conservation. By advancing to Level 3 in the Smart Carbon programme, Aegg is setting a powerful example for our peers, partners and customers across the industry.
Aegg recognises that meaningful change requires collaboration across the value chain. We actively participate in industry working groups, sponsor local environmental initiatives, and engage with community stakeholders to spread awareness and drive collective action.
Recent community initiatives have seen Aegg forge partnerships with recycling charities and extend our support to the River Waveney Trust through sponsorship.
Reaching Level 3 is a significant accomplishment, but it is only one step on Aegg’s ambitious sustainability roadmap. We have already begun laying the groundwork for Level 4 (reducing carbon emissions) by exploring further innovations in product design and operations.
“We’re proud of what our team has achieved so far, but we know there is still much more work to be done,” Isobel added. “Our goal is to continue progressing through the Smart Carbon framework, ultimately working towards becoming a Climate Leader. We believe every action counts, and we are committed to our sustainability plan.”
The packaging industry plays a pivotal role in the global transition to a low-carbon economy. As a major packaging supplier to food, beverage, and consumer goods brands, Aegg understands our responsibility to help reduce the environmental impact of packaging at every stage of its lifecycle.
By achieving Level 3 in Smart Carbon’s five-step programme, Aegg is not only reducing our own emissions but is also helping to raise industry standards and inspire others to follow suit. This milestone reflects the company’s broader vision: packaging that protects both products and the planet.
Aegg’s progression to Level 3 is a testament to what can be achieved when innovation, dedication, and environmental consciousness converge. We invite our clients, partners, and stakeholders to join in celebrating this achievement - and to collectively participate in the ongoing journey towards a more sustainable future.
For more information about Aegg’s sustainability initiatives and progress within the Smart Carbon programme, please visit our sustainability web page.
Together, we can make a measurable difference - one level at a time.
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