Reusable Packaging
We seek to reuse materials in our operations. In 2021, we saved 37,000 tonnes of disposable packaging and used over 70 million reusable transport boxes for perishables, bakery products, milk and bottled water.
Since 2018, Pingo Doce, in partnership with the New Water Project, has offered a solution for customers to fill reusable plastic bottles. In 2021 this product prevented the consumption of 69 tonnes of single-use plastic, and in June, Ara launched a similar pilot project at the Rodadero Gaira store in Santa Marta. In this region, water quality is assured by the filtration technology of the refilling system.
Biedronka and Pingo Doce launched reusable polyester bags for fruit and vegetables in 2020, encouraging consumers to reduce the use of disposable plastic bags.