Zero waste is a tricky term but if you think of it in relation to avoiding landfill and creating items with materials that can be reused, you definitely have options, even for promotional merchandise.
Have a scroll to check out some low and zero-waste product ideas and the suppliers we recommend.
Summary
- There are plenty of options for recycled, recyclable and biodegradable products
- Re-purposing is a big trend right now, with some fun ideas
- Even if it’s not zero-waste, it can be eco-friendly
- We love using local suppliers when brands want a low or zero waste campaign
- Get in touch for ideas and inspiration
First things first, we like to be very transparent and open about the product you buy and their impact. If you come to use seeking zero-waste promotional merchandise, we’ll walk you through your options and explain exactly what you’re getting.
These are some ideas and brands we have been exploring lately.
1. Seed Paper Stationery
If you’re doing a flyer drop, creating brochures or sending cards, take a look a Seed Paper Stationary.
Think zero-waste and 100% life. What do we mean? Well, Seed Paper Postcards are 100% biodegradable and made from recycled paper with seeds embedded. You can submit a custom order to your specifications and art requirements.
When your customers are finished using the postcard, there is zero waste. What’s more, they can plant the paper under a thin layer of soil. Over a short period of time the seeds will germinate and the actual paper will eventually break down. You can choose herbs like thyme and chamomile or flower seeds. Pretty cool… and a great talking point for your campaign.
2. Packaging with ‘afterlife’
Product packaging becomes another useful product with Rupt, which is “ushering in a new era of consumption.”
How it works: Instead of ending its journey after being packaging, each Rupt boxes transform into a range of functional objects. A box (which is already made from recycled packaging) becomes a Desk Clock, a Bird Feeder, a Spice Rack, an Illuminated Table, a Greenhouse, a Cord Organizer, a Night Light, and so much more.
Rupt has other products that are made from recycled materials, including water bottles made from recycled steel and a speaker made from 100 per cent recycled ABS plastic.
 
3. Washable Kraft Bags
These cute bags are made of German washable kraft paper that is lightweight and has high tear resistance.
The materials used are natural wooden fibre and synthetic latex, and the products are durable and biodegradable at the end of life. They look great with a logo that’s designed to ‘pop’.
4. Reusable Food Containers
Did you know that we spend almost 30,000 hours of our lives in the kitchen? Can you smell this? It’s called opportunity.
Target your customers by aligning with their daily habits and look to promote reusable lunchboxes, food pouches, bread bags and produce bags. Promote reuse, instead of disposable items for everyday home and kitchen products.
We like this reusable bread bag, which your clients can take to their local bakery.
5. Bamboo Toothbrushes
It’s not nice to read about the millions of plastic toothbrushes that are discarded each year, so be part of the solution.
Want zero waste merchandise? Just ask…
At Inck, we love to push boundaries and figure out what’s possible. Our process involves so much more than clicking a few links and slapping on a logo! Reach out to plan a comprehensive and impactful campaign using environmentally sustainable materials.
