At A New Earth Project, our north star is clear: packaging should return safely to the earth or remain in continuous circulation. It should be made from renewable resources. And it should be designed with care for people, ecosystems, and future generations.
For brands aligned with this vision who are looking to transition into sustainable packaging, we are introducing the updated New Earth Approved Sample Pack, now featuring the Sway Polybag made from seaweed.
Whether you're shipping apparel, outdoor gear, cosmetics, or home goods, these packaging products are a practical starting point and a way to test regenerative alternatives before making a full transition.
The plastics crisis demands urgency. But the shift must be thoughtful and disciplined.. This Sample Pack is designed to help you do exactly that.
What New Earth Approved Means
New Earth Approved guidelines provide our North Star for sustainable packaging.
1. Clear End-of-Life Pathway: Curbside recyclable or home-compostable—so disposal is practical, accessible, and honest.
2. Renewable Inputs: Materials sourced from living systems that can regenerate, keeping resources in continuous cycles.
3. Earth-Safe by Design: Free from microplastics and toxic residues that harm soil, waterways, or marine life if materials escape recovery systems.
Meet the Sway Polybag
Thin-film plastic polybags have long been standard in global apparel supply chains. They are lightweight, flexible, and efficient. They are also a persistent source of plastic pollution.
The Sway Polybag reimagines that format.
Designed to replace LDPE polybags, this durable, flexible, lightweight packaging protects apparel, outdoor gear, cosmetics, personal care, and beyond throughout your supply chain. Made with responsibly sourced seaweed, every Sway Polybag helps support healthy climate, oceans, and communities.
Responsibly farmed seaweed actively purifies water, reverses ocean acidification, builds habitat, boosts biodiversity, and reduces coastal erosion while supporting healthy coastal communities. From a functional standpoint, seaweed is naturally strong and stretchy – making it ideal for applications where paper doesn’t work.
By choosing Sway Polybags, you are helping build a circular economy for our planet and coming generations.
Mailers and Garment Protection That Work in the Real World
Transition only succeeds if performance holds.
The updated Sample Pack also includes fiber-based solutions engineered for e-commerce workflows:
Vela Garment Transport Bags: Vela bags are transparent, curbside-recyclable paper transport bags that protect garments in transit while maintaining visibility. Available in multiple sizes for right-sizing, they reduce excess material without sacrificing durability.
Paper Mailers by ProAmpac and Padded Mailers by Evertec: Fiber-based mailers optimized for apparel shipping. Curbside recyclable, built for durability, and designed to integrate seamlessly into existing pack-out operations. Explore the ProAmpac Paper Mailer and the Evertec Padded Mailer.
Each format reflects the same principle: regenerative materials must function within real supply chains.
Try Before You Switch
The updated Sample Pack is built for hands-on evaluation across your packaging ecosystem.
It includes:
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Sway Polybag (one size)
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Vela garment transport bags (multi-size set)
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ProAmpac paper mailer (Large)
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Evertec padded mailer (Size 5)
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Ships free in a ProAmpac XL paper mailer
From line testing to customer experience, this kit allows your team to begin to evaluate performance before scaling.
How to Evaluate Your Transition
A thoughtful transition strengthens both environmental and business outcomes. As you test, consider:
Protection and Fit: Does the packaging protect against scuffing and dust? Are barcodes readable? Is sizing optimized to reduce waste?
Customer Experience: Is the unboxing clear and intuitive? Is disposal guidance simple and honest—curbside recyclable or home compostable?
Performance Data: Track transit feedback, damage rates, and returns. Validate durability with evidence.
Scale Readiness: Confirm lead times, volume capacity, and customization capabilities to support long-term adoption.
Ready to see the difference?
Order the New Earth Approved Sample Pack and take the first step toward your transition today.