Various methods for calculating a product's carbon footprint have been developed, which you can learn more about here. The calculation, for instance, accounts for the emissions caused by the production process and the raw materials used. The CO2 emissions calculated for adhesive tapes is given in kg per 1,000 square metres. However, the CO2 balance is also influenced by how well an adhesive tape works for the particular application. For instance, the associated CO2 value is lower when less material is required to create a reliable carton seal. Naturally.

The CO2 emissions of our monta Greenline range are calculated based on the “Greenhouse Gas Protocol Product Life Cycle Accounting and Reporting Standard“ (GHG Protocol). According to the „Cradle-to-Customer plus Waste” approach, all stages of the product life cycle were taken into account – including the extraction of raw materials, incoming logistics, production, delivery of the goods to the customer’s gate as well as the disposal of the adhesive tape and its packaging.

We reduce our carbon emissions as far as possible, as stipulated by our ISO 50001 energy certification. For the unavoidable carbon emissions caused by the monta Greenline range, we financially support certified climate projects.

Comparison of paper, PLA and rPET
Individual products of the Greenline range show different carbon footprints, depending on the backing material used. Paper, PLA and rPET tapes are among the options.

Our Greenline paper tapes are 62% bio-based and ideal for natural-looking packaging. They offer confirmed recyclability with an impressive fibre yield. monta biopack® is made of around 90% bio-based materials (based on dry weight) and has been proven to be industrially compostable with a closed CO2 cycle. Their high recycled content, combined with its low material usage, has a positive impact on the carbon footprint of monta rPET tapes.



Get more detailed information about the different products of our Greenline range in our product finder.