Tag: People-First Content
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Unlocking Sales: The Power of Sustainability Labels on Consumer Products
Research Insight: Sustainable Product Labels Boost Sales As consumer interest in eco-friendly products rises, major retailers—such as Amazon with its “Climate Pledge Friendly,” Target’s “Target Zero,” and Wayfair’s “Shop Sustainably”—have introduced sustainability labels to highlight the environmental credentials of their products. A recent study by Caroline Wang (PhD candidate, Northwestern University) and Sherry He (Assistant…
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Navigating the Future: Your Essential Guide to the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and Readiness Assessment Tool
Readiness Assessment Tool: Preparing for the EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) Overview On April 16, 2025, the European Commission released the Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Working Plan 2025–2030. The Commission stresses sustainable product design under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). This regulation pushes for stronger durability, easier repair, better recyclability, and…
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Eco-Friendly Evolution: How Consumer Trust in Sustainable Products is Changing and Why Businesses Should Take Notice
Customers Increasingly Trust Eco-Friendly Products: New Research Challenges Old Biases For years, eco-friendly products—from detergents to tires—were often perceived as less effective than their conventional counterparts, a notion known as the “sustainability liability.” This belief made companies hesitant to invest in sustainable alternatives, fearing consumer rejection due to perceived inferior performance. However, recent research led…
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Sustainable Innovation: Unpacking the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) in the EU
Advancing Sustainability Through the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) Overview of the Ecodesign Forum On February 19–20, 2025, Brussels hosted the first meeting of the Ecodesign Forum. The forum drives the work to implement the ESPR. It gathers nearly 130 experts. These experts come from EU Member States, industry, NGOs, and academia. They work…
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Elevating Indoor Air Quality: The Sustainable Rise of Health-Conscious Air Fresheners in Australia
Australia Air Freshener Market Growth Driven by Health, Sustainability, and Smart Living Trends The Australian air freshener market, valued at USD 268 million in 2024, is forecasted to grow to USD 347.55 million by 2033, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.93% between 2025 and 2033, according to the IMARC Group. Market Overview…
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10 Game-Changing Sustainable Products Transforming Consumer Choices for a Greener Future
Top 10 Sustainable Consumer Products Shaping a Greener Future Sustainability Magazine brings you a June 2025 story. It shows ten new items that mix smart design with care for the Earth. Consumers and firms work side by side to help our planet. 1. Fairphone 5: Sustainable Smartphones Company: Fairphone (Founded 2013) CEO: Raymond van Eck…
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Top 10 Innovative Sustainable Products Revolutionizing Consumer Choices
Top 10 Sustainable Consumer Products in 2025 The latest Sustainability Magazine feature highlights ten innovative consumer products that exemplify the fusion of corporate innovation and conscious consumerism. These products demonstrate how sustainable design, material innovation, and circular economy principles can lead to significant environmental benefits across industries. 10. Nest Smart Thermostat Company: Google Nest Founded:…
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Harnessing Sustainability: Navigating Product Life Cycle Assessment and EU Ecodesign Regulations for a Greener Future
Product Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and the EU Ecodesign Regulation for Sustainable Products: Key Insights from KPMG ESG Webinar On March 26, 2025, KPMG’s ESG & Sustainability Consulting team led a webinar on two important topics. The focus was on Product Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and on the EU Ecodesign Regulation for Sustainable Products. Both…
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Mastering the Green Market: Proven Strategies for Successfully Marketing Sustainable and Organic Products
A Better Way to Market Sustainable Products: Insights from NYU Stern and PwC Date: May 21, 2025 Authors: Tensie Whelan (NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business), David Linich (PwC US) The Challenge of Marketing Sustainable Products Despite strong consumer preference for sustainable products, companies often struggle to capitalize on this demand. Challenges include: Demonstrating growth…
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Sustainable Procurement: How NN Group is Leading the Charge for Eco-Friendly Products and Services
NN Group Advances Sustainable Procurement in Operations Date: July 31, 2025 Source: NN Group Newsroom Overview NN Group is a large financial firm in Europe and Japan. It acts in many markets and holds great buying power. The company uses greener orders to cut its carbon footprints. It connects suppliers to boost sustainable products and…
