Tag: Industry Insights
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Unlocking Sustainable Procurement: NN Group’s Commitment to Eco-Friendly Products and Services
NN Group Advances Sustainable Procurement to Reduce Operational Emissions NN Group, a leading international financial services firm, is intensifying its commitment to sustainability by procuring more eco-friendly products and services across its operations. With a substantial annual procurement budget and thousands of suppliers, NN Group recognizes that its purchasing choices can leverage positive environmental impact.…
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Unmasking Greenwashing: The Essential Guide to Recognizing Truly Sustainable Products
Are Consumers Truly Able to Distinguish Between Greenwashed and Sustainable Products? A Global Perspective Overview A 2020 study by Mariusz Urbański and Adnan ul Haque, published in Sustainability (DOI: 10.3390/su12051786), investigates consumers’ ability to differentiate between genuinely sustainable products and those merely marketed as such through greenwashing. The study surveyed 768 participants across the UK,…
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Harnessing Eco-Design Principles for Sustainable Manufacturing: Tools, Challenges, and Opportunities
Retracted Article Summary: “Eco-Design of Products and Processes: A Review on Principles and Tools for Sustainable Manufacturing” Authors: Tejendra Singh et al. Published: March 2024, E3S Web of Conferences Status: Retracted (due to integrity concerns such as citation manipulation and inappropriate references) Overview This paper aimed to review foundational principles and methodologies underpinning eco-design as…
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Navigating the Future: 18 Product Categories Poised for Sustainable Transformation under EU’s Ecodesign Regulation
Designing More Sustainable Products: 18 High-Potential Categories Identified by EU’s Joint Research Centre On 22 November 2024, the EU Joint Research Centre (JRC) published a landmark report evaluating product categories with significant potential for sustainability improvements under the new Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), which came into force in July 2024. The ESPR (EU…
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Exploring Consumer Perceptions: The Impact of Eco-Friendly Ingredients and Packaging on Sustainable Food Choices
Consumers’ Attitude toward Sustainable Food Products: Ingredients vs. Packaging Source: Seo et al., Sustainability, October 2016, 8(10):1073 | DOI: 10.3390/su8101073 Authors: Soyoung Seo, Hee-Kyung Ahn, Jaeseok Jeong, Junghoon Moon License: CC BY Overview This research investigates consumer preferences and willingness to pay (WTP) for sustainable food products, focusing on two eco-friendly attributes: internal (ingredients, e.g.,…
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Safe & Sustainable: The Future of Baby Proofing with Smart, Eco-Friendly Products
Baby Proofing Market Booms with Smart, Safe, and Eco-Friendly Products Overview of the Baby Proofing Market Growth In response to increased child safety awareness, the global baby proofing market is rapidly expanding from a niche segment to a $342.82 billion industry by 2031 (Kings Research). Modern households prioritize safety, prompting manufacturers to innovate designs that…
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Unlocking Loyalty: Understanding Continuous Purchase Behavior for Sustainable Products through an Integrated Conceptual Framework
Antecedents of Continuous Purchase Behavior for Sustainable Products: An Integrated Conceptual Framework and Review Authors: Purva Agarwal, Divesh Kumar, Rajesh Katiyar Published in: Journal of Consumer Behaviour, Volume 24, Issue 4 (March 30, 2025) DOI: 10.1002/cb.2487 Overview This comprehensive review by Agarwal et al. (2025) explores the critical factors influencing continuous purchase behavior of sustainable…
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Eco-Friendly Elegance: Bioplates by Alex Hell Wins Silver A’ Design Award for Sustainable Tableware
Bioplates by Alex Hell Wins Silver at A’ Design Award for Sustainable Tableware Innovation Date: October 17, 2025 Location: Como, Italy Bioplates, an innovative biodegradable tableware solution created by designer Alex Hell, has earned the Silver A’ Design Award in the Sustainable Products, Projects, and Green Design category. This recognition spotlights Bioplates as a leading…
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Trump’s 100% Tariff on China: A Temporary Strategy Amidst Ongoing Trade Tensions Ahead of Xi Meeting
Trump Labels 100% Tariff on Chinese Goods ‘Not Sustainable’ Ahead of Xi Meeting Date: October 17, 2025 Source: Invezz, by Diya Poddar Overview US President Donald Trump acknowledged that the newly proposed 100% tariff on Chinese goods is “not sustainable” in the long term, although he emphasized that such a measure was forced upon him…
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Unlocking Sales: The Profound Impact of Sustainable Product Labels on Consumer Choices
Research Reveals Sustainable Labels Boost Product Sales A recent study highlighted by Harvard Business Review confirms that products labeled as sustainable experience higher sales compared to those without such designations. As consumer demand for environmentally friendly products surges, retailers increasingly incorporate sustainability labels on their offerings to enhance transparency about environmental impact. Prominent examples include…
