EcoEnclose Blog

UN Report on Global Biodiversity: Nature's Decline and What We Can Do

May 13th 2019

Last week, UN’s Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services released a study conducted by 150 experts from 50 countries. This report showed that nature is … read more

8 Things to Know About Compost Facilities and 6 Tips To Be a Responsible Composter

May 10th 2019

A lot of attention has been given to the China Recycling Ban. But there has been less attention given to the immense challenges facing the composting industry, which has been taxed by the ever increas … read more

Points, Pounds and GSM. What's the Difference and What Do You Need in Your Paper Packaging?

May 5th 2019

Paper is ubiquitous. We learn to read and write on it. Half of what we buy is packaged in some form of it. Our mail is filled with it.  But then, when you begin making decisions on things li … read more

Find the Right Paper Mailer for Your Business

May 2nd 2019

We are so excited to have just released our Paper Apparel Mailer! With this latest addition, EcoEnclose now offers FIVE different types of paper-based mailers (in addition to our 100% recycled po … read more

EcoEnclose -- A Recycling Demand Champion!

Apr 13th 2019

EcoEnclose recently became an APR Recycling Demand Champion! As a demand champion, we are committing to increasing the percentage of domestically manufactured, post-consumer plastic resin used through … read more

What are Release Liners Anyway? Why Recycled, Recyclable Release Liners Are So Important.

Mar 28th 2019

We were so thrilled to launch the  Zero Waste Label Release Liner - a one of a kind 100% recycled, curbside recyclable release liner.  The day we announced this exciting new offering … read more

China's Recycling Ban Impact and 6 Ways You Can Help

Mar 20th 2019

A question we’re hearing a lot recently...what happens to recycled poly mailers now that China isn’t taking our plastic? It’s a great question and we love hearing it because it reinforces just how … read more

USPS Services and Packaging Requirements

Feb 25th 2019

Business typically have three shipping partners to choose from - USPS, UPS and FedEx. For many (especially those who ship a lot of lightweight similarly sizes and shaped items), USPS is the cheapest o … read more

Ecofriendly Tape, Stickers and Labels: Find The Right Match For Your Packaging

Feb 5th 2019

Packing tape, stickers and labels are often misunderstood. We frequently get questions like: "Should I choose your cello tape, kraft flatback tape or water activated tape?" "Do y … read more

FSC Certification, SFI Certification and Recycled Content: What to Look for in a Packaging Partner

Jan 15th 2019

Did you know that there are over 300 eco-related certifications and product symbols today? How can a company trying to make sustainable choices navigate what certifications they need to look for? … read more

A Look Back at 2018

Jan 10th 2019

Step one in planning for a new year is taking stock in what we've learned from the past twelve months - celebrating the successes, studying the mistakes, and assessing how we've grown as an organiz … read more

Bagged and Tagged: Reflections on Outdoor Brands' Sustainable Packaging Initiatives

Dec 27th 2018

If you haven't yet read the Outdoor Industry Association's piece on how outdoor brands are tackling product packaging challenges, we highly recommend doing that now. Author Helen Olsson bril … read more

Holiday Recycling Cheat Sheet

Dec 7th 2018

What is even better than recycling your holiday decor responsibly? Letting your friends, family and customers know how to recycle everything from their gift wrap to their Christmas tree! We created … read more

The Ultimate Guide to Recycling at the Holidays

Dec 3rd 2018

Americans throw away 25% more trash during the Thanksgiving to New Year's holiday period than any other time of year. Disposable plates and cutlery, holiday cards, wrapping paper, ecommerce shipping b … read more

The Remarkable Social Power of Sticker Marketing

Nov 28th 2018

Despite their simplicity, stickers seem to have exploded, even in an era of digital marketing and social media. Not entirely convinced of the resurgence of stickers? Let’s look at two compelling … read more

Planning for the 2018 Holiday Season: 10 Ecommerce Trends To Consider

Sep 6th 2018

As you get ready for the 2018 holiday season, it is always helpful to be on top of important trends, new technologies, and potential obstacles you might face. Here, we share 10 important trends in the … read more

Suffocation Warnings Packaging Requirements: Legal Guidelines to Know

Aug 20th 2018

Looking for clear bags pre-printed with a suffocation warning? Click here to learn about and purchase our 100% Recycled Flap & Seals with Suffocation Warning! According to the&nbsp … read more

9 Reasons Our Custom Shipping Boxes Are Better For Your Brand

Jun 27th 2018

Products developed...check! Website up...check! Social media feeds launched...check! Bank account set up...check! Packaging and shipping strategy…? For many ecommerce businesses, finalizing the pac … read more

Customer Spotlight: Right Here Right Now

Mar 20th 2018

Inspiring change one moment at a time. Often, we at EcoEnclose find ourselves expanding our capabilities based on the requests of our amazing customers. When we first started our business, we were … read more

10 Creative Ways to Reuse Corrugated Boxes

Mar 5th 2018

Do you ship your goods in corrugated boxes? Do you ship out hundreds of boxes a month (or even hundreds a week, or even a day!)? If you’re using eco-friendly packaging -- recycled shipping boxes … read more

Eco Friendly Protective Mailer Options

Feb 22nd 2018

Looking for a protective, earth friendly mailer? We're excited to now have a bubble mailer option in our line. EcoEnclose poly bubble mailers are - at a minimum - 32.6% recycled. The outer layer … read more

Motivate Your Employer to Invest in Sustainable Business Practices

Jan 19th 2018

Are you committed to eco-friendly practices and a sustainable lifestyle, but work for a company that has room for improvement? Are you trying to convince your boss to take on sustainable busines … read more

Bubble Mailers vs Padded Mailers: What’s the smarter packaging choice?

Jan 17th 2018

Looking for a padded shipping mailer with some cushion for protection, rigidity and/or presentation? Looking for eco-friendly packaging and not the traditional (read: virgin materials, sing … read more

10 Lessons We Learned in 2017

Dec 28th 2017

This is my favorite letter of the year. Your inside look into our annual practice of reflecting and taking stock in what we accomplished, where we failed and and how we grew. Yes, 2016 feels like i … read more

2017 Environmental Year In Review

Dec 21st 2017

With just a few weeks to go in 2017, it seems like an important time to reflect on environmental themes and climate-related news this year and think about what is ahead for us in 2018 as citizens, bus … read more

How Algae-Based Printer Ink Is Changing the Industry

Dec 10th 2017

Ink is ubiquitous. You typically can’t go a few minutes without handling an item with printer ink - packaging, magazines, your keyboard, a pen. But few of us really understand anything about wha … read more

10 Reasons Recycled Poly Mailers are Better For Your Business

Nov 27th 2017

Are you researching the best methods to ship goods from your e-commerce shop? If you are in the beginning stages and haven’t begun exploring the wonderful world of e-commerce shipping supplies y … read more

Compostable versus Biodegradable Packaging

Nov 14th 2017

Here are some questions we often get. Do you have biodegradable packaging? Is your packaging compostable? Is it certified? What does “biodegradable” even mean? What is the difference betw … read more

Is Online Shopping Eco-Friendly?

Nov 1st 2017

If you’re an eco-conscious, e-commerce business and/or online shopper, chances are you’ve wondered, “is online shopping eco-friendly? . As with so many things related to sustainability, there is … read more

The Ultimate Eco-Friendly Holiday Gift Guide

Oct 26th 2017

  Eco-friendly Holiday Gift Guide Here at  EcoEnclose, we have promised ourselves to be more eco-conscious with our holiday purchases. If you're with us, read on for how to … read more

Yes, Eco Friendly Packaging Can Be High Quality

Oct 15th 2017

E-commerce companies looking to adopt green business practices will often look for ways to improve the sustainability of their packaging. But this process can lead to questions or hesitations. One … read more

How To Run a Green Business

Oct 2nd 2017

Are you an eco-friendly ecommerce company with a commitment to Mother Earth, but wonder what else you can do to ensure you are running a sustainable business? Are you becoming more aware of the imp … read more