Are Poles ready for a world without disposables?
Leak-proof, lightweight and… a discount for using them? This is how Poles imagine the ideal reusable packaging – according to the latest Interzero report „Breakfast on non-styrofoam” . This is the third and final part of the series „In the traps of disposables” , which focuses on consumer attitudes towards reusable packaging.
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In an era of growing environmental awareness, more and more companies and consumers are looking for ways to reduce single-use plastic. However, the reality is more complicated than it might seem. Interzero ’s publication “In the Traps of Disposability” (Part 3) sheds light on the key challenges associated with the transition to more sustainable packaging. In this report, we examine why, despite good intentions and increasing regulations, it is still difficult to completely eliminate single-use products, and what solutions can help combat excessive waste production.
Ecology versus convenience – what do consumers choose?
Studies show that while environmental awareness is growing, for many of us convenience still trumps environmental concerns. One of the challenges highlighted by respondents is the issue of packaging for popular takeaways such as pizza, burgers and fries. For many, the idea of using reusable containers for fast food seems impractical – “I order pizza to avoid cooking and washing up, not to clean the container afterwards,” says one of the respondents.
What does your favorite packaging look like?
Over 58% of Poles expect reusable packaging to be, above all, tight, easy to clean, and lightweight. Interestingly, for many, the key factor is also the possibility of obtaining a discount or reward for using it.
The report also shows that Poles are reluctant to use shared models – most prefer to have their own containers rather than borrow them from restaurants on a deposit basis. They are afraid of the mess, the need to store different packaging and the additional obligations associated with returning them.
Why is it worth reading the report?
The report „Breakfast on Non-Styrofoam” is not just about numbers – it is primarily the voices of consumers , their opinions and real concerns. The collected data can be a valuable source of knowledge for entrepreneurs from the HoReCa, e-commerce or packaging manufacturers who want to better adapt their products to market expectations.
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