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How Enviro360 gives courier packs a second life
Used courier packs do not have to be the end of the line. Through Enviro360, New Zealand Couriers customers can collect clean, used courier packs and we send them to SaveBOARD, where they are upcycled into low-carbon building materials.
It is a simple way for businesses to reduce soft-plastic waste while helping keep valuable materials in circulation.
Who is SaveBOARD?
SaveBOARD upcycles everyday composite packaging waste into high-performance, low-carbon building products, including wallboards and ceiling tiles. Using pressure, heat and time – without glues or added chemicals – it creates certified materials that can re-enter the New Zealand supply chain.
A used courier pack can become part of a durable building product, giving packaging waste a practical new purpose.
What is Enviro360?
Enviro360 is New Zealand Couriers’ recycling-bag programme for used courier packs. Fill a bag with clean, dry packs and we will collect it for upcycling through SaveBOARD.
Packs from any courier company can be included, and labels or tickets can remain attached. Making it easy to collect used packs means businesses can take practical action without adding unnecessary complexity to their day. When the bag is full, New Zealand Couriers will pick it up and keep it moving on its upcycling journey.
Once collected, Enviro360 bags are consolidated and transported alongside other courier items where surplus vehicle space is available. This helps minimise the additional emissions associated with moving the material to SaveBOARD. When they arrive at their destination, they are then transformed into functional building materials.
Stands for the Enviro360 can be bought from Abstract Design, made and designed in New Zealand.
Why it’s important?
New Zealand only has the ability to recycle three types of plastic (1,2,5), which results in the other plastics being sent to landfills locally or being exported (for example, type 4 soft plastics). Used courier packs can be difficult to recycle through standard channels once they have served their purpose. Enviro360 provides a dedicated way to collect this material and divert it from landfill.
The process of upcycling used courier packs and transforming them into building materials significantly contributes to reducing both waste and carbon emissions. At the same time, creating functional products that are intended to last ultimately benefits both people and the planet. The introduction of the Enviro360 also makes it easier for organisations to do their part in addressing climate change. It’s simple, fast, and convenient – with limited extra effort required to leave a positive impact on the environment.
Who are the Enviro360 bags for?
Enviro360 was initially developed for government clients and is now available to all New Zealand Couriers customers. Whether you are a government agency or a business, the programme offers a straightforward way to manage used courier packs more sustainably.
Frequently asked questions
What can go in an Enviro360 bag?
Clean, dry used courier packs can go in the bag. Packs from any courier company are accepted, and labels or tickets can remain attached.
Do the packs need to be cleaned first?
Yes. Please make sure packs are clean and dry before placing them in an Enviro360 bag.
What happens when the bag is full?
New Zealand Couriers collects full Enviro360 bags and sends them to SaveBOARD, where the material is upcycled into low-carbon building products.
How do I order an Enviro360 bag?
Enviro360 is available to New Zealand Couriers customers, including government agencies and businesses. Contact your account representative to find out how to order bags and arrange collection.
Conclusion
Enviro360 makes it easier to give used courier packs a second life. Together with SaveBOARD, we are helping turn packaging waste into useful products designed to last.
Talk to your account representative about ordering Enviro360 bags and start moving your used courier packs towards a more circular future.
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