On April 22, 1970, approximately 20 million Americans — nearly 10% of the U.S. population at the time — took to the streets to demonstrate support for environmental protection. This marked the first celebration of Earth Day and remains the largest environmental demonstration in history. More than 50 years later, Earth Day continues to serve as a reminder of the importance of environmental responsibility.
Sustainability is incredibly important at PLZ. For us, sustainability is not a simple destination; it’s a journey down the road of environmental responsibility, as we look to do more with less and to minimize our ecological impact. We believe we have an obligation to employ practices that help protect the long-term well-being of the communities that surround us. Here’s some ways how we create sustainable products without comprising quality, performance, or price:
- Waste Reduction: Many of our manufacturing facilities maintain various programs to reduce, recycle or beneficially reuse our operational waste, limiting the waste we send to landfills.
- Aerosol Recycling and Education: PLZ is committed to sharing information about proper aerosol recycling and disposal methods. We collaborate with customers and industry groups to improve sustainable end-of-life management for consumers and reduce packaging waste. We have educated recycling companies as well as consumers on the proper recycling of aerosol packaging.
- Sustainable Product Development: We are constantly exploring ways to enhance the sustainability of our products, including the responsible sourcing of materials, and optimizing formulations for environmental safety.
In recognition for our commitment, PLZ Corp was honored with recognition as a Green Business of the Year by the Business Intelligence Group, and our ESG initiatives received acclaim with an International Stevie Award. While PLZ is still on its journey to better, more sustainable operations, these honors give us the credibility to spread word throughout the industry that sustainable product development, responsible reuse of materials, and optimized energy management all are possible in North American manufacturing.
At PLZ, we consider the full life cycle of every product we help bring to market. Whether you’re developing a new idea or refining an existing one, our team is here to support you with sustainable solutions that align with your goals.
Let’s build a better future together. Start a conversation at www.plzcorp.com/contact-us
