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  • Writer's pictureChanakya Medh

A Guide to Eco-Conscious Festive Packaging: Let's Swap Single-Use Plastic for Better Alternatives

Updated: Oct 30, 2023

"India generates more than 25,000 tonnes of plastic waste everyday, 40 per cent of which remains uncollected and littered in the environment." as read in TOI
"Every year more than 800 tons of plastic waste is collected on the day after Diwali." as read in Asian Age

At Go Do Good Studio, we are working on becoming your sustainable solution for a better future. We understand that when it comes to selling products, waste and materials are unavoidable.

However, we believe in responsible practices that prioritise the well-being of our planet. Our mission is to raise awareness among business owners about the harmful effects of current packaging materials and provide sustainable alternatives to reduce our carbon footprint.


With our custom solutions, tailored for individuals and businesses who value quality and affordability, we're revolutionising the world of sustainable packaging. As a material innovation company, we're dedicated to developing and manufacturing packaging solutions that benefit both businesses and the environment.

Join us in making a positive impact by choosing packaging that protects lives, empowers communities, repurposes waste, and leads us towards a greener tomorrow.





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See how unique box shapes can instantly grab customers' attention both online and on store shelves, giving your brand a competitive advantage.


Unique Packaging by Go Do Good

Packaging design has come a long way from the traditional square or rectangle-shaped boxes. Given the cut-throat competition in the industry, unique packaging forms such as hexagonal or triangular boxes can significantly enhance your brand's image and product appeal.


The unconventional form of packaging boxes can make your products stand out, catch the customer's attention, and increase brand recall value. When customers are scrolling through multiple options across e-commerce platforms or store shelves, a hexagonal or a triangular-shaped box will immediately grab their attention, giving your brand an instant advantage.


Furthermore, unique packaging designs help elevate your brand's presence and make it look more premium. It gives customers the perception of a high-quality product inside, which, in turn, increases their willingness to pay a premium price for your product.


The benefits these boxes offer are plentiful:

  • They make your brand stand out in a competitive industry

  • Enhance your brand's image and product appeal

  • Give your brand a premium look and increase willingness to pay more

  • Optimise storage space for more products and boosted sales

  • Apart from capturing the customers' attention, a unique packaging design can enhance their unboxing experience and make it memorable, thereby building a stronger connection

In conclusion, packaging design is not just about aesthetics; it's about functionality, sustainability, and customer experience. By opting for unique packaging forms such as hexagonal or triangular-shaped boxes, you can attract more customers, make your brand stand out and create a memorable unboxing experience.


Sparkle Responsibly: Shift from Gold Foiling to Sustainable Packaging for the Festive Season

As the festive season approaches, businesses like sweet shops, patisseries, and bakeries aim to create attractive packaging that captures the spirit of celebration. While gold foiling has been the go-to choice for a luxurious touch, it's time to shift our perspective. Opting for sustainable alternatives not only shows environmental responsibility but also makes good business sense. By reducing resource-intensive production, minimising chemical waste and energy consumption, promoting recyclability, and cutting costs, embossing and laser cutting offer eco-friendly options that retain premium aesthetics. Let sustainability shine this festive season, attracting environmentally conscious customers and making a positive impact on the planet.


Sustainable and Festive: Choosing Eco-Friendly Paper Options

Eco-Friendly Coated Paper by Go Do Good

While metallic paper adds a shimmering and luxurious touch, its production has harmful effects on the environment. Increased resource consumption, chemical use, limited recycling, and energy consumption make it crucial to explore eco-friendly alternatives that still capture the festive feel.

Textured, handmade, tree-free, and coloured papers offer sustainable options. Crafted from recycled materials, with fewer chemicals and the ability to be recycled, they provide versatility, artistic appeal, and cost-efficiency. By opting for these alternatives, we can support sustainability and make a positive impact without compromising on premium aesthetics.



Wrap with a Conscience: Discover Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Satin Ribbons


Satin ribbons may be visually appealing and versatile but their production and use raise environmental and sustainability concerns. Silk satin involves the use of chemicals and raises ethical issues. Polyester satin depletes resources, generates waste, and is non-biodegradable, making recycling difficult. To address these concerns, we should consider eco-friendly ribbon alternatives. Options such as organic cotton, hemp, bamboo fiber, and jute ribbons are biodegradable, sustainable, and visually appealing. Handmade ribbons also offer unique textures and aesthetics. Let's make sustainable choices to celebrate the season and support the environment


Redefine Packaging: Go Tape-Free to Protect the Planet and Enhance Product Integrity.

Tape-free packaging by Go Do Good

Did you know that cello tape in the packaging industry is having detrimental effects on our planet? At Go Do Good, we believe in reducing and completely eliminating its usage. Cello tape is primarily made from non-biodegradable polypropylene, which takes a long time to break down in the environment. It is often just used once and sent to the landfill, hindering the recycling process.The production of cello tape uses non-renewable resources and often contains harmful chemical additives.


We offer a tape-free packaging that is leak-proof, moisture-proof, tamper-proof, and environmentally friendly. Together, let's make a positive impact one package at a time.


Good Bubble Wrap – A Sustainable Solution for the Festive Season

Coconut Coir Pouch- Bubble Wrap Replacement by Go Do Good

As the festive season approaches, it's time for celebration and exchanging gifts. However, let's not forget to make eco-conscious choices while packaging our products. Bubble wrap, often used for cushioning and protection, contributes to plastic pollution and poses risks to our planet and wildlife. At Go Do Good, we have developed a sustainable solution - Good Bubble Wrap made from coconut coir.


It's biodegradable, home compostable, and doesn't contribute to resource depletion. Our lightweight coconut coir pouches and sheets are 6x stronger than traditional bubble wrap, ensuring your products remain secure and protected during transit. Join us in making the planet a better place, one package at a time, with Good Bubble Wrap.



Sustainable and Functional Alternatives to Plastic Trays for Sweet Shops

Grease-Proof Paper Trays by Go Do Good

Plastic trays provide several advantages for sweet shops, including hygiene, customisation, durability, stack-ability, and ease of handling. However, prioritising sustainability is crucial.


That's why at Go Do Good, we've developed 100% sustainable and plastic-free Kraft paper trays coated with our proprietary blend, which makes them moisture and grease-proof. By choosing these environmentally friendly alternatives, you can reduce your carbon footprint this festive season.

Make a positive impact on the planet with our grease-resistant Kraft paper trays.


From Higher Cost to Greener Future: Embrace Sustainable Packaging Alternatives with Go Do Good's E-Commerce Laddu Box.

E-Commerce Laddu Box by Go Do Good

Rigid boxes are the go-to packaging solution preferred by brands all across India. With their premium presentation and sturdy construction, rigid boxes add value to your sweets while keeping them protected during handling and transportation.


But, we understand that traditional rigid boxes may not be eco-friendly. Along with that, they can be expensive to the manufacturer, which increases the overall packaging for the customers. Here are some of the disadvantages of Rigid Boxes-


  • Higher costs

  • Heavier and difficult to transport

  • Occupy larger spaces and hence create a problem with the storage

  • Some rigid boxes require manual assembly, which can be time-consuming and add to labor costs.

  • Many traditional rigid boxes are not inherently eco-friendly, requiring businesses to invest in sustainable alternatives.


That's why our E-commerce Laddu box at Go Do Good is the perfect alternative! Made from 100% sustainable and biodegradable materials, it reduces your environmental footprint without compromising on quality. It's sturdy, durable, and offers the same level of protection as traditional rigid boxes, but it's supplied flat-packed, saving storage space and simplifying transportation.


Plus, switching to our E-commerce Laddu box can save you more than half the cost of traditional options while maintaining a premium feel.


Join us in making a positive impact on the planet this festive season by choosing Go Do Good's E-commerce Laddu box for your packaging needs.


Beyond Lamination: Discover the Eco-Friendly Power of Our Biodegradable Paper.

At Go Do Good, we've developed a sustainable and biodegradable alternative that still has the same properties as those of laminated paper. Our blend of natural gums and resins make our paper fully recyclable, making it better for the planet.


It acts a direct alternative for the Laminated Paper.


Laminated paper may seem convenient because of its moisture and grease resistant properties, but it has environmental drawbacks like being non-biodegradable and challenging to recycle. The production requires non-renewable resources and uses chemicals. Laminated paper is heavier and less biodegradable in landfills.


Our Moisture-Proof paper is the perfect fit when it comes to forming the correct blend between fictionality and eco-friendliness.


Eco-friendly printing

Eco-Friendly Printing by Go Do Good

Did you know that traditional inks, like solvent-based and oil-based inks, can be harmful to the environment and our health? They contain non-sustainable elements such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), hazardous chemicals, and petroleum-based ingredients. They are energy-intensive to manufacture, and their waste disposal can pose challenges.


Experience eco-friendly printing with The Good Printing. Our printing service uses natural plant-based pigments, ensuring 100% sustainable and plastic-free ink that's kind to the environment. With over 12 vibrant colours to choose from, your designs will come to life in an eco-friendly palette.


Explore the key features of The Good Printing:

  • No soya, no synthetic chemicals.

  • Plastic-free and environmentally friendly ink.

  • 100% food-grade ink for safety and sustainability.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant possibilities of The Good Printing for:

  • Invitation cards that leave a lasting impression.

  • Labels and stickers that capture attention.

  • Custom printing on packaging that reflects your brand.

  • Business cards and hang tags that showcase your eco-conscious packaging.

  • Choose The Good Printing for sustainable printing that makes a positive impact on our planet.


Conclusion

Sustainability is the need of the hour, especially when it comes to packaging. This festive season, it's important to embrace responsible gifting and choose sustainable alternatives. The stigma that sustainable packaging is expensive is not true; it is as affordable as any other packaging solution in the market. At Go Do Good, we are here to help reduce your brand's carbon footprint and enhance your product's value.


Contact us at hello@go-dogood.com to explore our wide range of sustainable packaging options and join us in shaping a better future.


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