Sustainability is part of every decision we make. From the materials we select to the suppliers we collaborate with, we work to reduce our environmental footprint at every stage of the production process. Whenever possible, we use recycled materials—because choosing more sustainable resources is one of the most important ways we can reduce our impact on the planet.

We are committed to continuous improvement and constantly seek better, more responsible ways of working. We comply with all relevant environmental laws and regulations—and we expect the same from our partners. Every one of our suppliers signs clear agreements and codes of conduct that reflect our environmental standards and core values.

Efficient logistics are a key part of our sustainability efforts. At Burde, we work actively to optimize freight and reduce unnecessary emissions by minimizing empty space in containers and consolidating shipments whenever possible.

For our e-commerce deliveries, we streamline packaging to reduce air volume—carefully balancing size and protection to ensure products arrive safely while using less material and space.

Sustainability also shapes our production choices. When selecting manufacturing partners, we consider not only product quality and ethics, but also the environmental impact of how goods are transported from factory to final destination.

We believe that the best form of recycling is prevention. That’s why we work proactively to minimize overproduction—long before recycling becomes necessary.

Since we sell calendars, we face a natural challenge: time-sensitive products that can’t always be sold before the season ends. To tackle this, we invest in accurate forecasting. One of our key initiatives is an AI-powered project designed to improve our sales predictions and reduce surplus.

Still, unsold products do occur. When they do, our first step is to find meaningful ways for them to be used—often through charitable partnerships. Only when no further use is possible do we turn to recycling, working with trusted partners who ensure that the materials are handled in the most environmentally responsible way.

For the fiscal year 2024, we conducted our second climate report. Based on the calculated data, we can steer our sustainability efforts toward even more appropriate actions to reduce our climate impact.

Our total climate footprint decreased by 15% compared to 2022. The average emission per manufactured product is 0.21 kg CO₂ — to be compared with approximately 5 kg CO₂ for producing a t-shirt.