Our Sustainability Goal:
Writing Towards
a
Greener
Future
Caring for the environment has long been a priority for Pilot. Our Begreen range was launched in 2006 to address the need for more eco-friendly products, making Pilot the first manufacturer to offer a line of writing instruments that was made with at least 70% recycled material. All without sacrificing any of the quality writing experience that is synonymous with Pilot.
Join the fight for a greater environmental consciousness, and help us write a greener, brighter future for the world!
How does it Work?
Recycling
Recycling is one of the core components of our eco-friendly approach. Let’s take a look at how waste plastic – plastics from home appliances, factories and recovered from beaches – is saved from the landfills, and given new life as Pilot products.
Recovery
Waste plastic materials from a variety of sources that would otherwise be discarded are collected. These were once items such as compact discs, appliances, car parts and more.
Processing
After sorting into different plastic types (polyethylene, polypropylene, polycarbonate, acrylic, polystyrene etc), the material is crushed into very fine powders, ready for extrusion.
Palletisation
Here, the fine plastic powder is melted and extruded into rods, and then cooled. The now hardened plastic rods are cut into pieces about 3-5mm long, forming plastic pellets.
Moulding
On the production line, the recycled plastic pellets are melted and poured into moulds, forming them into the various parts of Pilot writing instruments.
Assembly
These component parts are then put together, along with other parts such as springs and ink, to form the finished Pilot products.
Trash, Refreshed
B2P Pen
Made from recycled PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) bottles, B2P’s unique design is reminiscent or an actual mineral water bottle. Refillable with the all-time favourite G2 ink.
Post-consumer recycled plastic bottles are collected
These bottles are fed through a shredder in a recycling plant
The shredded plastic is then melted and cut into small pellets
The pellets are pressed and shaped into Pilot B2P® pens
Leftover scraps from the process are collected and reused in the next round of production
Playing our part
Marine Conservation
Plastic waste in our oceans, seas and rivers is one of the most alarming issues of our time. Not only do 8-12 million tons of plastic enter this vital ecosystem each year, it is estimated that, by volume, there will be more plastic in the sea than fish, by 2050.
Pilot's Super Grip G Ocean features a new "Grid Grip" for enhanced ergonomics and comfort. It's crafted from mostly recycled materials, including marine plastic collected from Japanese shores, supporting our marine environment.
Singapore
Our Local Efforts
We’re dedicated to a greener community by supporting sustainable practices and sponsorships. Check out our efforts in making a positive impact and building a cleaner, healthier environment right here at home.
SMU: Pilot Pen Community Champion Award
Gardens By The Bay: Race to Sustainability
28th SEA Games: Pilot Pen Official Writing Instruments Partner of SEA Games 2015
Begreen Series
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Color Eno Leads
$1.40 This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
B2P Gel Pen
$1.80 This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
V Board Master Whiteboard Marker
$1.60 This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Super Grip G Ocean Pen
$1.50 This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page