Fridrih and eLog – Partners in Responsible Business
In today’s business environment, sustainability is not just a trend but the foundation of long-term success. Fridrih d.o.o. has been working with eLog d.o.o. for over a decade, sharing a common vision of responsible and environmentally conscious business. Through the development of mushroom cultivation according to the highest ecological standards, Fridrih d.o.o. strives to create products that contribute to consumer health and environmental protection, surrounding itself with partners who share the same values.
Fridrih and RPC
Fridrih d.o.o., a company specialized in the cultivation of champignons and oyster mushrooms, is fully aware of the importance of a sustainable approach in agricultural production. Its vision is based on responsible operations that respect nature, resources, and people.
Fridrih d.o.o. continuously invests in modernizing production with an emphasis on energy efficiency, smart waste management, and circular use of resources.
Mushrooms are, by nature, an environmentally friendly food, and Fridrih d.o.o. further ensures that the entire production chain adheres to sustainability principles. A key element in this process has been the use of RPCs (Reusable Plastic Crates) in collaboration with eLog, as a significant portion of packaged goods is distributed using this type of packaging. RPCs allow for easy logistics and storage optimization, which reduces various related costs and ultimately contributes to lower CO₂ emissions.
Fridrih d.o.o. recognizes the importance of safe and timely delivery to its customers and therefore uses RPC packaging provided by eLog, which enables:
Waste reduction – by replacing cardboard packaging with RPCs, waste has been significantly reduced, as well as the need for recycling
Product protection – RPC packaging is designed to provide optimal storage and transport conditions, reducing mechanical damage and product spoilage
Hygiene safety – every RPC undergoes thorough cleaning and disinfection with antimicrobial agents before being delivered to customers, removing pathogens from the supply chain
Environmental efficiency – repeated use of RPCs significantly reduces water, energy, and fossil fuel consumption compared to single-use packaging
Environmental Benefits of Using RPC Packaging
Fridrih d.o.o. has achieved significant measurable environmental benefits thanks to the switch from cardboard boxes to reusable RPC packaging:
Compared to cardboard boxes, using RPCs results in 76% lower impact on global warming, equivalent to 53 MT of CO₂, or 409,256 km driven by a passenger car annually – the same as preserving 25 hectares of forest
RPC usage has reduced water consumption by 56%, or 13,265 m³, equivalent to 221,089 average showers per year or the volume of 5 Olympic swimming pools
By using RPCs, fossil fuel use was reduced by 51%, equaling 400 GJ of energy – equivalent to 11 m³ of gasoline or annual energy consumption for 28 households
Sustainable Management at Fridrih d.o.o.
Fridrih d.o.o. continuously improves its mushroom cultivation in line with the highest environmental standards, aiming to produce food that is both healthy for consumers and beneficial for the environment. Their goal is to serve as a positive example in the industry by partnering with companies like eLog, who share the same commitment to sustainability and nature conservation.
The raw materials used to produce the substrate for mushroom cultivation include straw, horse manure, poultry manure, and gypsum – mostly by-products from other agricultural sectors such as grain and poultry production. After the mushrooms are harvested, the spent substrate is reused as a soil enhancer on the company’s own arable land for growing crops like corn, soy, and wheat.
Broad Implementation of Sustainable Practices at Fridrih d.o.o.
In addition to RPC packaging, Fridrih d.o.o. continuously enhances its ecological standards through:
- Energy-efficient production processes, where cultivation parameters are monitored and optimized 24/7 via computer systems to maximize energy and water savings
- Use of high-efficiency heating and cooling systems (heat pumps) and energy-saving lighting
- Utilization of renewable energy sources, specifically solar energy for production facilities
- Biological pest control (e.g., against flies), allowing for a fully chemical-free cultivation process
- Post-cultivation reuse of substrate as organic fertilizer for their own farmland and a newly developed product – “Champ Compost” – intended for home gardening, sold in 10 kg and 20 kg bags
Sustainable business for Fridrih d.o.o. is not just a strategic choice but a core value consistently applied across all areas of production – from mushroom growing and raw material use to packaging and energy solutions. The long-term collaboration with eLog d.o.o. through the use of RPC packaging is proof that innovation and partnerships are key to achieving real ecological results. Substantial reductions in CO₂ emissions, water use, and fossil fuel consumption validate the sustainability approach. Fridrih d.o.o. remains committed to its mission of producing healthy food with minimal environmental impact, proving that responsible business is not only possible – but essential – in the modern food industry.
