Packaging sustainability should be pretty straight forward. All packaging is made from a handful of material classes that undergo conversion processes to create the package shape and form needed to protect the product. These materials and processes, including how packaging is treated in the waste stream, can be examined and profiled for environmental performance using […]
Being innovative is something that every company strives for, but what makes a company truly innovative? Maybe the answer lies within how companies design products and what they focus on. Traditionally Product Design has focused on desirability, functionality and manufacturability. Designers already have a very demanding job already, but what happens when we introduce sustainability and […]
Some companies try to implement sustainability by directing an in-house champion to oversee the process. This is usually a recipe for failure. Fortunately, expert help is available. It’s never been easier For sustainability to truly take hold and deliver real results it must be integrated into mainstream product development processes and more importantly into the […]
With an eye on the global economy, anxious businesses will likely be tempted to pull back the reins on sustainability. Here is reason number 4 why sustainability initiatives should continue uninterrupted. Legislation Anyone with facilities outside of the United States can tell you that global regulatory requirements are very real and growing. In Europe, where […]
During uncertain times, businesses are tempted to shift their attention to budget cuts and other cost-saving steps with sustainability programs likely being among the casualties. Here is reason number 3 why that’s not such a good idea… Customer Loyalty Today manufacturers who practice sustainability are being recognized and rewarded in greater numbers by savvy, socially […]
During uncertain times, businesses will be tempted to shift their attention to budget cuts and other cost-saving steps with sustainability programs likely being among the casualties. Those who embrace sustainability as a part of mainstream product development, however, realize that it provides a path to a competitive advantage. Here is reason #2 to aggressively pursue […]
During uncertain times, businesses will be tempted to shift their attention to budget cuts and other cost-saving steps with sustainability programs likely being among the casualties. On the other hand, forward-thinking companies who embrace sustainability as a part of mainstream product development realize that sustainability is, among other things, a path to a competitive advantage. Here are five reasons […]
Designers shape everything around us. The chair you sit on, the car you drive, and the building where you live were all designed with specific functionalities in mind. With natural resources dwindling, pressure on municipal waste streams and fears of human and ecological health issues, it is time that we recognize sustainability as a critical […]
Even the smallest of businesses can impact the environment by adopting some simple sustainability practices. The more a company commits to being sustainable, the greater the impact it can have. Simple eco-friendly steps can have a surprisingly large effect on the environment; and your bottom-line. Here are some common sense steps that every small business […]