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Reuse In Action
Trayak continually invests in client requested functionalities making EcoImpact-COMPASS one of the most widely used and leading software in the industry. Nearly one year ago Trayak collaborated with Tosca, a global leader in reusable plastic containers and pallet pooling, to help advance LCA for reusable packaging scenarios. What materialized were several practical and innovative reuse […]
Tips to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Driving your car, heating your home, buying new clothes — all seemingly mundane activities. But even these can contribute to the emission of greenhouse gasses and carbon monoxide into the atmosphere. Of course, making a substantial impact in reducing our collective carbon footprint requires global cooperation but there are also certain actions that we can […]
Sports Stadiums are Joining the Environmental Movement
As environmental sustainability continues to become a top priority for many businesses and stakeholders, sports stadiums and arenas are joining the charge to implement sustainability initiatives across the United States. Why Stadiums? Professional sporting events in the United States draw hundreds of millions of attendees each year and it is no surprise that they also […]
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SPC Innovator Awards – Winners!
CINCINNATI, OH – October, 2022. Congratulations to the winners of the 2022 SPC Innovator Awards! The winners were announced live at the SPC Advance conference which took place earlier this week in Atlanta, GA. Trayak has been a proud sponsor of the SPC Innovator Awards since their inception. The SPC received over 70 submissions and […]
ISO Conformant LCA with EcoImpact
CINCINNATI, OH – August, 2022. From the time EcoImpact was launched in 2011, Trayak has strived to create a software which can perform Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) that conform to ISO standards. From being a pioneer of quick LCA to becoming a standard for packaging LCA, Trayak has continually invested in the robustness of the […]
Trayak Partners with One Tree Planted
CINCINNATI, OH – July, 2022. Trayak announced a partnership with reforestation non-profit One Tree Planted to plant trees around the world. For every EcoImpact-COMPASS license purchased, Trayak will plant one tree. ‘Trayak’ is loosely defined from Sanskrit as “The Protector.” This concept has been the driving force for Trayak as a company, and it is […]
Easy EPR Reporting with Trayak
CINCINNATI, OH – June, 2022. Extended producer responsibility (EPR) programs are on the rise across the globe and can feel overwhelming to tackle. EPR can apply to products, packaging, or all of the above and there are numerous EPR initiatives across the world, each with their own special qualities. Are you responsible for EPR fees […]
Package Design Guide
Trayak and Climate Collaborative teamed up to create a Climate-Smart Package Design Guide. Companies can use it as a reference or a starting point to improve the environmental impact of their packages. Several key strategies that can help inform decisions and solutions are outlined. The guide details a general package design process using Trayak’s Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) software, COMPASS. The tool can evaluate current packaging, test out materials, weights or processes, and quantify any improvements from design changes.
The guide has two examples that show environmental reductions from implementing sustainable strategies. One of the examples is a case study from the company Danone North America examining their So Delicious almond milk product packaging by designing a recyclable bottle. COMPASS enabled them to quantify the decrease in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by analyzing changes to the design of the almond milk bottles.
