SNAPSHOT
Results: 20% reduction in packaging costs and 97% less pizza boxes going to waste
Client: Family-run Campsite in Italy
Challenge: Too much waste and continuous hassle with paper box orders and storage space
Solution: Switched to durable, reusable pizza containers
FULL CASE
Challenge
Every summer, this busy Italian campsite sold hundreds of pizzas to guests. Disposable pizza boxes created overflowing bins, high disposal costs, and extra work for staff. Customers also noticed the waste issue.
Solution
The campsite introduced reusable pizza boxes. With simple deposit scheme, the boxes were returned after use, washed on-site, and reused many times.
Results
- Cost Savings: 20% reduction in pizza packaging expenses. Reduced municipal waste management fees.
- Waste Reduction: 97% less packaging waste.
- Customer Appeal: Guests appreciated the eco-friendly approach, boosting the site’s reputation. On top the boxes could be used as pizza plates.
- Operational Ease: Staff handled less waste, improving efficiency.
🙋♂️“We never realized how simple this switch could be. Guests love it, and we’ve saved money while cutting our waste significantly. And our kitchen staff does not complain about lack of space anymore 😊” – Campsite Manager
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