Esko has partnered with CarbonQuota to integrate a carbon emission calculator into its S2 platform. This integrated solution has been designed to enable brands and packaging converters to accurately measure and reduce environmental impact through automated carbon footprint calculations.
The new capability, which is available through Esko’s S2 platform, connects with CarbonQuota’s calculation engine to provide carbon footprint data at the design stage, during product development, and in production. This approach allows companies to evaluate environmental impact throughout the entire packaging lifecycle.
“Sustainability is no longer a choice, but a necessity across the packaging value chain,” said Geert De Proost, director of product partnerships at Esko. He continued stating that the new solution enriches Esko’s S2 platform and makes it easier for customers to effectively calculate the carbon footprint of any package or label design. The ability to track emission from the start of the production process paves the way for the most sustainable packaging solution for the end-user, allowing companies to meet their own sustainability goals in the process, Mr De Proost added.
Data from the EU EcoLabel survey found that 73% of EU citizens consider a product’s environmental impact important when making purchasing decisions. With legislation like Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), and carbon taxes on the horizon, businesses need measurement tools to ensure compliance.
“As consumer brands face mounting pressure to deliver on ambitious sustainability promises, their suppliers grapple with practical implementation challenges, creating a widening communication gap that’s further complicated by inconsistent standards and tight financial margins on both sides,” said Dominic Harris, co-founder of CarbonQuota. “Brands wanted sustainability, but print and packaging suppliers couldn’t keep up. The path forward lies in finding collaborative solutions that better align these disconnected perspectives in the packaging industry.”
The carbon calculation capability is now available in the Esko S2 platform, with Cape Prime integration scheduled for June. Phoenix and WebCenter integrations are currently in development, with a roadmap planned for 2025 and beyond.
“This groundbreaking platform eliminates the disconnect by standardising methodologies, streamlining data collection, and providing verified environmental impact measurements that both brands and converters can trust,” said Mr De Proost. “This latest strategic collaboration delivers an unparalleled solution to customers, equipping brands and their packaging suppliers with the power to overcome one of the most significant challenges they face today.”
