Annually, the US ships approximately 165 billion packages, consuming cardboard equivalent to over 1 billion trees.(Fast Company)
Global consumption of paper and paperboard totaled 408 million tons in 2021, and is projected to reach 476 million tons by 2032. Packaging accounts for the largest share of global production. (Statista)
Excessive Retail Packaging
Global e-commerce is expected to consume around 4.5 billion pounds of plastic by 2025. (Statista)
A recent campaign from Lonely Whale and Point Break Foundation claims that by the year 2025, there will be 1 tonne (a metric ton) of plastic for every 3 tonnes of fish in the ocean.
Absence of a communication platform with manufacturers
Lack of platform to communicate with manufacturers results in surplus and wastage.
In the United States alone, we currently generate about 6.9 million tons of e-waste yearly, by 2030 that numbers will be 81.6 million tons globally. (World Economic Forum)
Fake Reviews
According to a recent study that examined 33.5 million reviews for bestselling products on Amazon, almost 43% were fake. (CyberNews, 2023)
TikTok features 141.5 million posts tagged #TemuFails.
74% of online shoppers have experienced buyer’s remorse
Overspending
According to a new Bankrate survey conducted by YouGov and released on April 11, Over 50% of Gen Z respondents say they use buy now, pay later services — with 29% of all users admitting to overspending.
33% of Americans believe they’ve spent more money on Amazon this year than they have in their savings account. (Upgraded Points, CNBC July 2023).
Increase in Logistic Cost
Warehouse labor cost increase from about $14 an hour to about $26 an hour and warehouse rental increase by almost 25% YOY.
Ocean freight cost has increased by almost 39% YOY while air freight cost has increase almost 43% YOY. (CNBC May 2024)
Shop Smarter.
Live Greener.
with SERLOCAL
Let’s build a more sustainable supply chain ecosystem by bringing responsible manufacturers and local community consumers closer to foster trust and reduce carbon footprints, packaging and electronic waste.
SERLOCAL was born out of a desire to create a more sustainable and transparent shopping experience. With roots in the local community, we sought to connect responsible manufacturers directly with consumers, reducing waste and fostering trust.
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