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Embracing Eco-Friendly Flower Gifting Culture

In a world increasingly aware of sustainability, the flower gifting industry faces challenges regarding its environmental footprint. Liberte, a flower shop chain with 19 locations in Tokyo, is leading the change towards eco-friendliness in this sector. Their commitment goes beyond mere words; they are taking concrete actions to reduce their impact and promote a culture of thoughtful, sustainable gifting.

Addressing the Challenges of Flower Gifting

Traditionally, many flower gifts utilize single-use materials like petroleum-based floral foam and plastic wraps, which contribute to environmental degradation. As these materials support the beauty of floral arrangements, they simultaneously pose serious challenges for our planet. Recognizing the need for a change, Liberte has initiated a comprehensive review of the materials used in their products.

Steps Towards Material Reduction

Liberte is progressively working to lessen its environmental impact without compromising the aesthetic value of flowers. Significant strides have been made to reduce floral foam usage by 30% compared to 2023 levels. Their initiatives include switching to more sustainable materials and altering product offerings:

• - Floral Foam Reduction: Targeting a reduction of floral foam by approximately 30% from the 2023 baseline of 1,004 cases, Liberte achieved around 13.5% reduction by 2024 and 30.5% by 2025, meeting their goals ahead of schedule. They are also transitioning to eco-friendlier materials for the foam used.
• - Wrapping Material Switch: Liberte is replacing OPP film used in bouquet wrapping with eco-conscious paper made from FSC® certified wood pulp. This move significantly reduces their usage of plastic and enhances their sustainability practices.
• - Expansion of Foam-Free Bouquets: Liberte introduced