Rethinking Retail. Keeping Resources in the Loop
PPWR and ESG? We make it simpler.
As part of the Schwarz Group, we understand retail down to the smallest detail—from the loading dock to the Point of Sale. We see where disposal generates costs and where value remains untapped.
That is exactly where we come in: We bring structure to your material flows and transform them into an economically viable part of your business.
Complexity Becomes a Risk. Circularity Becomes the Answer.
Rising costs, volatile raw material markets, and stricter regulations like the PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation) are putting increasing pressure on the retail sector. At the same time, requirements for transparency, ESG reporting, and resource security are climbing.
Those who only meet minimum standards today will lose control tomorrow—over costs, materials, and supply chains.
Our Portfolio for the Retail Sector
We combine consulting, infrastructure, and data into a system that makes your material flows manageable and makes value visible.
Compliance & Strategic Consulting
We support you in meeting regulatory requirements and uncovering the potential of your material flows.
Services:
- Comprehensive PPWR consulting and preparation for quota regulations
- Legally compliant support for sales packaging licensing (PreZero Dual)
- Guidance toward Zero Waste Certification and analysis of recyclables streams
- PreZero SPOT: Digital platform for packaging optimization
- ReValue: Solutions for excess inventory and warehouse optimization
- Water treatment and implementation of circular systems (e.g., graywater)
- Full-scale consulting and status-quo assessment for manufacturing companies
Resource Security & Circular Design
We increase your resource sovereignty through circular systems.
Services:
- Provision of high-quality recyclates (plastic, aluminum, glass, wood) for industrial applications
- Consulting on Sustainable Packaging Design to optimize recyclability
- Development of take-back systems and deposit solutions for direct raw material security
Operational Excellence & Efficiency
We optimize your on-site processes and provide the data foundation for your goals.
Services:
- Total Waste Management: Holistic management of your locations, including warehouse optimization
- Optimization and standardization of recyclables management across retail chains
- Digital Material Flow Management: ERP-compatible data as a basis for your ESG reporting
- Marketing of material flows (ReValue)
- Circular Insurance: Securing high-quality recyclates through exclusive access rights provides long-term supply security for raw materials
- Supply chain resilience and volume security through certification: Safeguarding raw material flows
Turn Circularity Into Your Competitive Advantage.
In the dynamic retail environment, sustainability has long been more than a duty—it is an opportunity for efficiency and customer loyalty. We help you close your value chain and transform waste streams into valuable resources.
Let’s analyze together how we can optimize your processes and achieve your sustainability goals measurably. Our retail experts look forward to speaking with you.
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