Over the years, companies and corporations, partially propelled by something far more important than profits, have been making great strides in improving their production methods and distribution strategies. These gigantic leaps have been constructed with one purpose in mind: Make the Earth a better place.

As consumers become heavily focused on the importance of biodegradability and eco-friendliness, manufacturers need to start thinking "green" in all facets of the manufacturing process.  Today’s consumers, especially Millennials and younger Gen Z bunch, place high importance on sustainability (Packaging Strategies).

They are scouring store shelves for products that are made and packaged sustainably. 

When industry giants like Apple® announce their very ambitious green packaging goals, it’s a topic that is hard to ignore. A new study from Dotcom Distribution surveyed over 500 online shoppers about their shopping preferences. Some of the findings were: