2023 Sustainability Update: Our Commitments
Pioneer stands for sustainability.
These three priorities outline our commitments for the future.
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01. United Nations SDGs
We commit to align Pioneer Balloon Company with the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals, and we will use the 17 SDGs to drive our business decisions.
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02. Reduce Plastic in Packaging
We commit to decrease plastic in our packaging or where unavoidable in the short term, incorporate at least 30% recycled plastic in plastic packaging by 2024.
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Microfoil Packaging
Pioneer is developing new Microfoil packaging, which will eliminate the plastic sleeve currently used. Until the cardboard sleeve is fully developed, Microfoil packaging will consist of 30% recycled plastic by 2024.![](https://pioneerballooncompany.widen.net/content/gbt98kdxvh/png/Sustainability_Commitment_Icons_2.png?w=200&keep=c&crop=yes&quality=80&x.app=portals)
Latex Packaging
Pioneer is assessing new latex balloon packaging, including films made from biomass and films utilizing more than 30% recycled feedstock. Launch into the market is estimated to be early 2024.![](https://pioneerballooncompany.widen.net/content/gfete4om2x/png/Sustainability_Commitment_Icons_3.png?w=200&keep=c&crop=yes&quality=80&x.app=portals)
03. Champion Sustainability
We commit to diligently work to stay up-to-date with all compliance regulation changes worldwide to ensure uninterrupted access to our products. As such, Pioneer has established a sustainability task force chaired by Ted J Vlamis, Senior Executive Sustainability Officer. It is comprised of a cross-functional, cross-Pioneer company team in order to provide a global perspective, and this team will champion sustainability throughout all facets of the company.