Quality and the environment at AERA
Quality and customer satisfaction are integral parts of our corporate culture and they are the focus of all our efforts.
We also have a social responsibility which requires not only the ongoing improvement of our processes, but also the well-being of our employees and reducing waste products and our carbon footprint.
BRCGS PACKAGING CERTIFICATION
Our quality system is based on the BRCGS packaging standard in its current version. AERA has held this certification since 2017 and undergoes an annual follow-up audit.
In addition, hygiene control and potential contamination risks are integrated into every stage of the manufacturing process for our films and papers.
Mastery of food safety and security is also an integral part of our mission.
The ISCC PLUS certification
As part of its commitment to sustainable development, AERA has developed and obtained ISCC PLUS certification since 2022. A follow-up audit is also carried out each year.
This certification allows us to market sustainable films. These include: rPOF/rPET/rBOPP containing PCR materials, bio-based or bio-circular films made from UCO (used cooking oil), for example.
In addition, AERA guarantees complete traceability throughout the supply chain and a mass balance credit certificate for each delivery.
PEFC and FSC® paper certifications
As part of efforts to reduce the use of plastics, certain businesses and customers are now seeking recyclable and more environmentally friendly solutions.
In order to best support our customers in this process, we have obtained PEFC & FSC® certifications. We are therefore able to offer paper (crystal paper, sealable paper, or standard paper) made from sustainably managed forests.
Offsetting the carbon footprint of our waste products
AERA has joined the French (e)CO2 programme, which sets out to offset the carbon footprint of the take-back and processing of our waste.
Participants in this program are directly involved in the fight against global warming. Through this program, we support a reforestation project implemented by the “Pur Projet” collective.
Sorting waste
Since 2016, our company has been equipped with a modern building that meets our ever-growing needs and complies with the environmental standards that are important to us.
In our offices, we sort waste using separate, clearly labeled bins:
- • Recyclable waste
- • Non-recyclable waste
- • Used masks for specific recycling
- • Used ink cartridges
Finally, with regard to the production unit, various sorting bins are available to employees. The waste in these bins is collected and processed by our recycling and waste partner.
ECOVADIS: EVALUATION OF OUR CSR APPROACH
AERA’s commitment is based on several fundamental pillars: environmental sustainability, social responsibility, business ethics, and community engagement.
As part of the continuous improvement of our CSR approach, we have chosen to use ECOVADIS. This certification enables us to manage, measure, and evaluate our CSR performance throughout the value chain.
During our reassessment in 2024, we improved our rating to achieve the SILVER medal.
Finally, we will continue to develop our commitment in this area over the long term, particularly as part of our CAP 2025 project.