Building Brands More Sustainably
promo has a
problem
problem
The way promotional products are typically made has some drawbacks:
Limited
Creativity
Creativity
Many suppliers follow the same process – importing generic items, decorating them, and then shipping them out. This approach can limit creative freedom and make it harder for brands to stand out.
Wasteful
Inventory
Inventory
Holding onto large amounts of blank products can lead to waste if they become outdated or unpopular. This can ultimately end up in landfills.
Environmental
Impact
Impact
Air freight, often used for faster delivery of decorated goods, has a significantly higher carbon footprint compared to ocean shipping.
This "one-size-fits-all" approach
isn't ideal for anyone.
It's time for a more innovative and
sustainable way to create promotional products.
our
approach
approach
The promo industry has a waste problem. From a sustainability perspective, our model is better. We create highly customizable products in small batches quickly, minimizing surplus and maximizing efficiency.
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our progress
so far
so far
We made some big strides in 2025 and we're excited to share them with you. Below are just a few numbers that show the positive impact we've made on the planet and the people who make our products possible.
20.88%
Decreased total CO₂e emissions from our 2023 baseline.
511+k lbs
Recycled over 511,000 lbs of production scrap in FY2025.
1,220
Tons of verified carbon offsets purchased via FedEx & Flexport.
460
Products with recycled or upcycled content in our portfolio.
62%
Of the company's total workforce are women.
93rd
Percentile - our EcoVadis® score was equal to or higher than 93% of all companies surveyed.
sustainability
pillars
pillars
Numo is committed to creating a positive impact on the planet, people, and the products we create. Here's how we're working towards a more sustainable future:
our planet
our product
18,693
Total tCO₂e across Scope 1, 2, and 3 in FY2025 – independently verified by SCS Global Services.
100%
Of products are tested for safety compliance, backed by our Product Health & Safety Information Guide.
15,561
Scope 3 tCO₂e, down 19% from our 2023 baseline. This is where most of our carbon footprint lives – and where we're focused.
30
Top suppliers assessed for sustainability risk in 2025, up from 23 in 2024 – with a goal of 40 by 2026.
90.9%
Of paper components in our Take Note line are sourced from FSC certified sources.
90%
New pigment printing tech capable of achieving a 90% reduction in water using GOTS certified ink vs. traditional dyeing.
6.75M
kWh of electricity consumed in 2025, down 6% from our 2023 baseline of 7.17M kWh.
10.3 tons
Of hazardous waste in FY2025, down 19% year over year from 12.7 tons – through strict EHS protocols.
our people
284
284 internal mobility cases and promotions across all locations in FY2025
58%
58% of top-level leadership positions are held by women.
8.65 hrs
Average training hours per employee — exceeding our 8 hour annual target.
2.49
Total Recordable Incident Rate, improved from 3.91 — on track for our 2026 goal of below 3.5.
the road
ahead
ahead
At Numo, we believe progress is a journey, not a destination. While we're proud of the advancements we've made in sustainability, we're constantly looking forward and setting ambitious goals for the future.
Here’s a glimpse into
what’s on the horizon:
what’s on the horizon:
Setting
Ambitious
Targets
Ambitious
Targets
We’re establishing clear, measurable GHG reduction targets to guide our efforts and minimize our environmental impact.
Carbon
Offsets
Offsets
We’ve partnered with FedEx & Pachama to fund environmental initiatives such as forest preservation, renewable energy initiatives, and sustainable agriculture.
Continuous
Material
Assessments
Material
Assessments
Regular material assessments will identify even lower-impact materials throughout our product lines.
building brands
more sustainably
more sustainably
We believe in creating products that make a positive impact, from the people who make them to the planet they live on. By focusing on people and the planet, we're not just creating amazing products; we're building a better future.
Here's to the journey.
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