5 Ways Plastic-Free IT Packaging Supports Your ESG Goals

5 Ways Plastic-Free IT Packaging Supports Your ESG Goals

Migelie Luna |

Rethink IT Procurement with Plastic-Free Packaging and Purpose

Join the Plastic-Free IT Movement

Plastic Free July isn't just a trend—it's a global movement reshaping how we think about consumption and waste. While many focus on household items, your business's IT procurement also presents a powerful opportunity to drive sustainability. That’s where plastic-free IT packaging makes a major difference.

At TechForGood, we help businesses make smart, sustainable tech decisions. Our partnership with Lenovo allows us to offer innovative products like the ThinkPad and ThinkVision ranges that now ship in 100% plastic-free packaging across most of their lineup.

Here’s how to align your hardware upgrades with ESG goals and Plastic Free July principles.

Think Before You Unbox: What Plastic-Free Packaging Really Means

Eco-conscious IT procurement starts before you even turn on the device. Look for these packaging features when evaluating sustainable tech:

  • Fiber-Based Packaging

Molded bamboo or sugarcane trays replace traditional plastic and foam.

  • FSC™-Certified Paper

Ensures materials are sourced from responsibly managed forests.

  • Self-Locking Boxes

Designed to eliminate plastic tape, wraps, or seals—reducing excess material waste.

  • Minimalist Design

Less packaging means lower emissions and less landfill waste.

These packaging innovations not only reduce plastic but also contribute to your company’s Scope 3 emissions targets.

Lenovo's Packaging Champions: Models That Lead by Example

ThinkPad Z13 & Z16

These flagship models launched with compostable molded bamboo-sugarcane packaging. Ideal for ESG-conscious procurement.

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ThinkPad X1 Series

From FY 2022/23, Lenovo eliminated plastic packaging in the X1 lineup using bamboo fiber and smart box designs.

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All ThinkPads (Excluding E Series)

As of FY 2023/24, nearly every ThinkPad—excluding the E Series—ships with 100% plastic-free primary packaging, cutting over 548 metric tons of plastic annually.

Popular Models:

  • ThinkPad T14 (Core i7)
  • ThinkPad T14s (Snapdragon)
  • ThinkPad T16 (Core i7)

2024 Yoga Series

Fully packaged in FSC™-certified paper and bio-based materials. Ideal for hybrid work environments.

Plastic-Free Accessories

All bundled Lenovo accessories now use plastic-free packaging—proving sustainability can scale.

ThinkVision Monitors: Clear Vision, Cleaner Planet

Sustainability goes beyond packaging. Lenovo’s ThinkVision range combines responsible packaging with energy efficiency and recyclability.

Top Picks:

  • ThinkVision S22i-30 (21.5")
    EPEAT Silver, recycled plastics, energy-saving design.
  • ThinkVision E24q-30 (23.8")
    QHD clarity, TCO Certified, and plastic-free packaging.
  • ThinkVision P27q-20 (27")
    EPEAT Gold, widescreen performance with minimal environmental impact.

Why Buy Through TechForGood?

We’re not just a Lenovo partner—we’re part of a purpose-led ecosystem:

âś… B Corp Certified

✅ Carbon-Neutral Supplier

âś… 50% of our Profit to digital inclusion

✅ 1M GB & 1M Digital Connections by 2030

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Ready to Unbox a Better Future?

This Plastic Free July, choose IT that’s packaged without plastic and packed with purpose. Whether it’s a single laptop or an enterprise rollout, we help you meet procurement needs and ESG goals.

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