Materials & Packaging Life Cycle From day one, our products are designed for longevity—built to last using only what’s necessary. We’ve begun testing ways to recirculate materials in support of a more regenerative, circular economy—an approach that aims to benefit both the planet and our business. Innovations such as our new packaging and the first-ever lighter disassembly machine enhance recyclability and underscore our commitment to sustainability. As of 2024, the disassembly line is fully operational and running efficiently. Redesigning Products and Packaging As part of our Design For Growth approach, we apply a comprehensive lens to products and packaging re-design—ensuring our solutions are valuable to consumers while also supporting competitiveness, business growth, and sustainability. Packaging Transformations In 2024, we achieved 85% of all our consumer plastic adapted for recyclability, reusability, and/or compostability. In addition, we’ve re-engineered our packaging to reduce the need for plastic by 3%. In 2024, we reduced the thickness of BIC® Hybrid shaver range cardboard boxes and of BIC® TwinLady / Silky Touch® plastic pouches, while evolving from a multimaterial structure to a more sustainable mono material pouch. These actions save 157 tonnes of plastic and cardboard per year. 870 tonnes of raw material saved (at full year implementation) 98 million collected used pens since 2011 85% recyclable, reusable or compostable plastic consumer packaging Recycling Education BIC has worked around the world to raise awareness about the circular economy among consumers. Launched in 2011, our partnership with TerraCycle® continues to collect used writing instruments from all brands in France, with the objective to give them a second life. In 2023, we launched a new program in the UAE as we continue to gather learnings and test new solutions, where in 2024 we reached more than 15,000 students and recycled more than 700 kg of plastic in a single school term. 29 Introduction Climate Action & Commitments Products & Process Community & Collaboration 2024 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
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