💚Sourcing settings

The utilization of renewable feedstock (i.e. bio-based raw materials) or recycled raw materials can contribute to reducing environmental impacts. Here is what you can customize in the UP Scorecard.

Recycled content

Post-consumer recycled (PCR) content is predefined for all materials and products in the tool: see PCR & recovery (note that it is region-dependent). Some materials contain PCR by default, while others do not.

The user can change the PCR content for a product when creating a new product and when customizing an existing product.

The tool lets the user enter any value between 0 and 100% for the PCR content. However, it is important to note that in many if not all cases, it is unrealistic to assume that a product can be made of 100% PCR content, for both technical and economical reasons. Many regulations also control and restrict the utilization of PCR content in food contact materials because these materials may contain more chemicals of concern than virgin materials.

Certifications

Bio-based materials are by default not certified. The user can add certifications demonstrating commitment to environmental and social sustainability practices, including:

• "Best" certifications:

  • Bonsucro

  • Forest Stewardship Council

  • Roundtable on Sustainable Biomass

• "Good" certification

  • Sustainable Forestry Initiative

Currently, the tool only considers certifications for bio-based materials.