Esko has launched a built-in carbon calculation feature in its S2 platform, developed in partnership with UK-based CarbonQuota. The move aims to help brands and packaging suppliers get a handle on their environmental impact without the usual manual headaches.
The tool taps into CarbonQuota’s engine to calculate emissions at the design, development, and production stages. This gives teams visibility into a package’s footprint from the start—something that’s becoming less of a nice-to-have and more of a requirement.
“Sustainability is no longer a choice, but a necessity across the packaging value chain,” said Geert De Proost, Director of Product Partnerships at Esko. “With growing consumer pressure and stricter regulations, businesses can’t afford to guess anymore.”
The integration also responds to upcoming rules like Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which demand hard numbers on environmental impact. Many major brands now expect their suppliers to provide this data.
Dominic Harris, co-founder of CarbonQuota, said the tool addresses a persistent disconnect in the industry. “Brands wanted sustainability, but print and packaging suppliers couldn’t keep up,” he said. “This helps close that gap with a collaborative approach.”
The capability is available now through Esko’s S2. Integration with Esko’s Cape software arrives in June, with more tools lined up for 2025.
“This standardizes how emissions are measured and makes the process easier to manage across the board,” said De Proost. “We’re giving customers what they need to make smarter, faster decisions on sustainability.”
A follow-up webinar in June will demo how the software works with Esko Cape to boost efficiency while cutting emissions.