Top 10 of 2023 – No. 1: Walmart Reducing E-Comm Packaging Waste

Our most clicked upon article of 2023 broke the news, last June, that Walmart was taking several steps to cut back on e-commerce packaging waste, from recyclable paper mailers to electric trucks. When Walmart makes a move, our industry wants to know.

Jan 2, 2024

Walmart is starting a multifaceted push to cut back on e-commerce packaging waste and emissions.

The retail giant plans to ditch plastic for recyclable paper mailers, eliminate unused space in corrugated shippers, and add last-mile delivery efficiencies. It will also offer customers options to consolidate shipping or opt out of single-use plastic bags for pickup orders.

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