KaoLu - Carbon Reduction Packaging Design Collaborative Program for Exports

KaoLu has been recognised by the Ministry of Economic Affairs for its ESG work on packaging and delivery of goods.

In light of the recent global interest in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), it is clear that ESG practices can offer a dual benefit: they are not only sustainable, but can also enhance brand value, increase market competitiveness and build a stronger foundation for long-term development.

In response to the global trend of carbon reduction, KaoLu participated in the 'Carbon Reduction Packaging Design Collaborative Program for Exports' organized by the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Department of International Trade. KaoLu collaborated with AC Design to develop carbon reduction packaging design, in order to achieve the company's ESG goals and enhance its competitiveness in terms of carbon reduction.

Following discussions with AC Design, KaoLu has developed a new carbon reduction packaging design, comprising the following features:

1. The new packaging design features a unified image. The objective is to increase brand recognition, centralize image recognition and establish a meaningful visual system, thereby strengthening brand sustainability.

2. The optimized packaging size avoids the use of oversized boxes, thereby reducing packaging costs and paper waste. This approach helps to reduce costs by eliminating the need for molds (metal blades) and sheet waste, which in turn reduces carbon emissions.

The reduction of transport costs is an additional benefit. The packaging volume is appropriate and the amount of packaging material used is minimal.

4. Reduce packaging and storage costs: reduce the amount of packaging material and storage costs, thereby creating more efficient storage space.

5. Uniform rules facilitate management and reduce packaging time, thereby enhancing power and work efficiency.

6. Reduce energy consumption and emissions: from 11 groups to 5 groups to reduce fossil fuel consumption and volatile organic compound emissions, saving electricity (printing).

7. Improve recyclability: 90% single-material packaging, instead of foam cushioning material.

8. Suggested use of environmentally friendly materials: use of 'FSC forest certification label' and 'environmentally friendly soy ink' for paper.

In terms of carbon reduction, the following achievements have been made:

1. The number of packaging materials has been reduced from 11 to 5, representing a 54.54% decrease.

2. Please find attached an image of the packaging materials. Four designs were consolidated into one, representing a reduction of 75%.

3. The use of a newly designed PU foam cushioning material, which does not require the use of a plastic bag, has resulted in a 100% reduction.

4. The overall weight of the packaging material has been reduced by 0.4645kg.

5. The packaging material is 95% recyclable (paper).

6. The reduction in sales volume and carbon emissions is equivalent to 2,207kg/year, which equates to 220 trees (with the capacity to absorb 2,640kg of CO2/year).

KaoLu gained a deep understanding of the importance of carbon reduction packaging design for environmental protection while participating in the carbon reduction packaging design counselling program for export products. The program demonstrated that packaging design is not only about product appearance; it is also about environmental protection and resource utilisation. Through the structured guidance provided by AC Design, KaoLu gained insight into how to select the most appropriate materials and reduce over-packaging.

The implementation of carbon reduction packaging design represents a crucial initial step in optimising production processes, enhancing the recycling rate of materials, minimising waste generation and promoting resource reuse.  KaoLu is committed to continuing its ESG promotion in the future.