What Coffee Cups Teach Us About Manufacturing
– by Isabella Drury, a contributing writer. As you stand in line at your favorite coffee shop, you face a familiar dilemma: should you opt for a disposable cup or grab a reusable one? This everyday choice may seem insignificant, but it reflects a growing concern about sustainability and the impact of manufacturing on the […]
How To Avoid Greenwashing and Boost Sales in 5 Steps
A superhero who’s not actually saving anyone. Could this be the fastest way to explain what greenwashing is? A company that says it’s “net zero”, “clean”, and has “lowest emissions” with no substantial ground is a hero. A hero that pretends to save us, but isn’t actually doing anything. Greenwashing can be hard to spot. […]
One Metric That Will Help Your Company Become More Sustainable
“In 2024, 52% of organizations will increase their investments in sustainability, with 61% of organizations viewing the absence of sustainable practices as an existential threat” – Capgemini Research Institute. Almost half of the business leaders surveyed believe that climate change will cause “the majority of operational disruptions” (Capgemini, 2023). Yet most companies still struggle with […]
5 Reasons Why Top-Level Executives Are Making Their Businesses More Sustainable
Executives worldwide are becoming more aware of the benefits of leading a sustainable business. Find out why. Did you know that over 80% of consumers are willing to pay more for sustainably produced or sourced goods (PwC, 2024)? Despite the rising cost of living, consumers are willing to spend 9.7% more on sustainable products, looking […]
So you think you’re sustainable?
What makes something “green” or “sustainable”? Turning cars electric, switching to paper packaging, pouring plant-based milk in your coffee… sustainability has become a dominant talking point in our society, particularly in business marketing practices. The buzz is louder than ever, with companies across all industries touting their green credentials. But how many of these claims […]
EU law will ban ‘climate-neutral’ claims by 2026
False product claims such as “eco friendly”, “carbon neutral” and “biodegradable” could be a thing of the past. The EU is moving ahead with plans to eradicate greenwashing, which is the use of misleading green labeling claims and ads. The plan The EU Parliament and Council have reached a provisional agreement on new rules to […]
Sustainability in Product Design: How To Improve Today
We all know it – consumption is ruining our planet. Therefore, it’s vital to make the products we need more sustainable. Luckily, choosing “greener” raw materials only scratches the surface of what Sustainable Product Design can do – how about enhancing the durability and repairability of your products, or leveraging sustainable consumer behavior with your […]
From Data to Impact Data: Impact Assessment in LCA (LCIA)
In LCA we scientifically measure the environmental footprint of a product. And the most essential ingredient (and output) is “data”! Data has different shapes along the LCA-process: In LCA phase 2 (image below), the inventory analysis, we map and gather the total emissions (to air, soil, water), resource extractions, and land use/transformations that our product […]
3 Sustainability Trends Among Outerwear Brands
Outerwear fit to fight climate change When it comes to fighting climate change, every piece of clothing has a part to play. We switch up our normal clothing every day – and buy according to new trends. But that doesn’t count for outerwear. People often own 3-4 coats and jackets, maybe 2 pairs of great […]
EU’s Right to Repair: Updates for Product Design
The Right to Repair is a policy movement aiming for longer-lasting products. Right to Repair Legislation can force producers to enable product repairs in various ways. And empower consumers by offering repair information and DIY options. The lifetime of our electronic appliances is generally lower than what they’re originally designed for. This disappoints consumers as […]
