THE WORLD'S FINEST SOLUTION TO GREENER PACKAGING AND LOGISTICS
Carbon negative, traceable, fully circular, 100% wood-free, ISPM15-compliant export pallets made from coconut husk waste
The Problem
The global pallet industry, projected to reach a value of over $100 billion by 2033 (FMI Report), is predominantly governed by wood pallets, representing 90% of the market. Unfortunately, this dominance poses a significant barrier to achieving net-zero emissions as nearly half of the world timber is using for pallet.
Wooden pallets, while widely used, contribute substantially to deforestation, intensifying global warming by causing the annual felling of 250 million trees. The regeneration process for every 1 million acres of trees can take up to 20 years. Compounding the issue, 50% of wood pallets are single-use, often finding their way into landfills.
The actual environmental cost of utilizing wood pallets remains incalculable. Yet, the industry is constrained by the lack of viable alternatives – plastic and metal options are cost-prohibitive, and paper pallets lack the requisite strength and water resistance crucial for various applications. This conundrum leaves the industry grappling with sustainability challenges while navigating economic constraints.
The Solution
NetZero Pallet®, an innovative leap in sustainable logistics, polymerized from coconut husk waste, these pallets redefine industry norms with BETTER load capacity and durability that rivals traditional options while avoiding the constraints of ISPM 15 regulations. Developed for Nestle, our pallets seamlessly integrate into supply chains, unlocking a remarkable space-saving up to 70%, and slashing shipping costs by an impressive 50%.
What sets apart is its cost-effectiveness, offering a substantial 20% LOWER than conventional wood pallets. Moreover, these pallets have the unique ability to capture up to 3,5 tons of CO₂ per 100 pallets. This not only contributes to a significant reduction in the carbon footprint associated with logistics but also serves as a proactive measure to mitigate the impact of potential carbon taxes.
Choosing NetZero Pallet® isn't just a sustainable choice; it's a strategic investment in both efficiency and environmental responsibility, affirming business's commitment to ESG practices. The environmental impact is profound – fewer trees are needed, saving forests, and on the social impact, our commitment extends to empowering local farmers, fostering economic development, and catalyzing innovation.
Investing in NetZero Pallet® isn't merely a choice; it's a powerful declaration - a commitment to a future where our businesses thrive, ecosystems flourish, and responsible practices drive success. Join us on this transformative journey towards sustainability, innovation, and financial prosperity.
Climate Adaptation
The project chooses coconut husks for pallet production due to their robust engineering properties and the coconut tree's remarkable resilience to climate change, particularly in coastal regions. With their flexible trunks and clustered roots, coconut trees effectively withstand erosion, winds, storm and saltwater intrusion, serving as natural barriers against environmental hazards like flood and saline drought in the Mekong Delta.
Furthermore, coconuts are pivotal in areas with unreliable irrigation, acting as pioneer crops in frequently flooded lands. Therefore, coconut is considered a crop that can adapt well to climate change. Most significantly, coconut trees serve as effective carbon sinks, absorbing substantial amounts of CO2 annually ranging from 24 to 75 tons of CO2 per hectare (CTU,2015) far exceeding tropical forests for the same area.
By offering a consistent market for coconut husks, NetZero Pallet® ensure farmers have a sustainable income source. Simultaneously, our efforts in promoting coconut tree cultivation will enhance climate resilience in the south of Vietnam.
With 60M NetZero Pallets® annual output:
10.000.000
Trees preserved
7.000.000
Tons of CO₂ captured
2.000.000
Tons of waste
turned into value
600.000
Farmers have additional earnings