Supply Chain
Sustainability Strategy
We’re your partner paving the way towards a greener tomorrow. Once knowing of your sustainability goals and strategies, we can help make them happen.
At SVI, we believe in the profound responsibility to steward our environmental footprint towards a more sustainable future. We harness our influence to foster collaboration with clients and partners, striving for eco-friendly innovations across the value chain.
Here are some examples of our sustainability solutions:
Sustainability strategies in manufacturing and supply chain management are essential for reducing environmental impact and promoting social responsibility.
Sustainable Materials
· Adopting lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste in production.
· Establishing recycling programs for materials like metal, plastic, and paper.
· Implementing closed-loop systems where waste materials are reused in the production process.
Eco-friendly Product Design
· Designing products with a longer lifecycle, ease of repair, and end-of-life recyclability in mind.
· Reducing the use of harmful chemicals and materials in product manufacturing.
Waste Reduction and Recycling
· Adopting lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste in production.
· Establishing recycling programs for materials like metal, plastic, and paper.
· Implementing closed-loop systems where waste materials are reused in the production process.
Efficient Transportation and Logistics
· Smartly design the packaging size and use knock-down designs for large products to maximize space in ocean freight, thereby reducing fuel consumption for sustainability.
Green Procurement
· Selecting suppliers based on their environmental performance and sustainability practices.
· Collaborating with suppliers to improve their sustainability and reduce their environmental impact.
Sustainability Certifications by Product Category
Our commitment to sustainability is underscored by our pursuit and enhancement of specific sustainability certifications across various product categories. These certifications are not just badges of honor; they represent our dedication to responsible sourcing, environmental stewardship, and the promotion of eco-friendly products. These certifications guide our actions and product selections, ensuring that sustainability is woven into the fabric of our business practices, contributing to a healthier planet and a brighter future for all.
Paper & Bamboo
FSC (Forest Stewardship Council): A testament to sustainable forest management, ensuring our paper and bamboo products come from responsibly managed forests.
GRS (Global Recycled Standard): The Global Recycled Standard is intended for use with any product that contains at least 20% Recycled Material. Each stage of production is required to be certified, beginning at the recycling stage and ending at the last seller in the final business-to-business transaction.
Biodegradable Products
BPI (Biodegradable Product Institute): Certifies products that are compostable in commercial facilities, aligning with our goal to reduce landfill waste.
OK Compost Home: Ensures products are compostable even at home, supporting waste reduction and soil health.
Cotton
GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard): To define world-wide recognised requirements for organic textiles. From the harvesting of the raw materials, environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing to labelling, textiles certified to GOTS provide a credible assurance to the consumer.
