How to Meet ESG Goals with Sustainable Packaging in 2026

As Indian companies prepare for stricter BRSR reporting and Scope 3 emissions tracking in 2026, sustainable packaging has emerged as a high-impact opportunity for measurable CSR wins.

With the single-use plastic ban fully enforced, brands face increasing pressure to reduce downstream plastic waste while maintaining cost-effective operations.

Why Packaging Matters for Your ESG Strategy

Packaging contributes significantly to Scope 3 emissions and plastic pollution. In India alone, over 9.4 million tonnes of plastic waste are generated annually — much of it from carry bags used in retail and kirana stores.

Replacing these with certified alternatives delivers:

• Verifiable plastic diversion (tonnes avoided)
• CO₂e reductions (aligned with IPCC standards)
• Community empowerment (supporting small vendors)

The GreenHabit Solution: Compostable Bags with Branding & Metrics

GreenHabit partners with brands to sponsor 100% compostable, cornstarch-based bags distributed free to Uttar Pradesh vendors.

Key Benefits:

• Hyper-local branding: 5-50 lakh impressions/month at street level
• Govt-approved compliance: BIS/CPCB certified, fully legal under plastic ban rules
• Transparent impact reporting: Monthly certificates for BRSR Principle 6 & 8, including plastic diverted and emissions avoided

Example: A Growth package (25,000 bags/month) diverts ~5 tonnes of plastic and avoids ~15 tonnes CO₂e — data ready for your sustainability report.

Steps to Integrate into Your 2026 ESG Plan

1. Pilot a sponsorship (Starter package, low commitment)
2. Receive monthly geo-tagged proof and certificates
3. Report metrics in BRSR filings (Scope 3 downstream reduction)
4. Amplify internally/externally with branded content

Ready to Replace Plastic and Amplify Impact?

Sustainable packaging isn’t just compliance — it’s an opportunity for authentic CSR leadership.

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