The company known for its accessories for Apple devices is going to change its product line to be more eco-friendly. Plastic-free packaging will be used for several power banks, wireless chargers, and wall chargers.
The change will save 7,000 metric tons of carbon emissions and reduce CO2 emissions by up to 67 percent. Some of its most popular products will be updated first.
This change is being made as it celebrates 40 years of business. The company is aiming to become 100 percent carbon neutral in scope 1 and 2 emissions by the year 2025.
The plastic waste will be removed from the landfills and the dependence on virgin plastic will be reduced.
"When we think about the difference a company of our size and influence can make on the planet, moving away from using virgin plastics in our products is an obvious decision," said Steve Malony, CEO, Belkin. "I am proud to work alongside the teams that made this shared vision a reality. Their dedication to doing the right thing inspires me and together, we will continue to work towards a more sustainable future."
Consumers won't be able to tell what's changed by looking at the products themselves because there is virtually no difference between the new and old products. There will be call outs on the packaging and product pages.
The company plans to expand the material for additional devices in the future.
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