This document summarizes a training session that teaches participants how to communicate the results of carbon footprinting, set reduction targets, and plan for continuous improvement. It discusses communicating results internally to build the business case and externally to articulate benefits. Internally, the business case should define value, recommendations, and impacts. Externally, footprinting can differentiate products and enhance brands by demonstrating commitments to reductions.
An eco-label is a label which identifies overall environmental preference of a product or service within a particular product/service category based on life cycle consideration.
Presentation at Environment Management and Policies
By Junior, Cristina and Omar.
How Ecolabelling play a roll for business and the general public understand.
An eco-label is a label which identifies overall environmental preference of a product or service within a particular product/service category based on life cycle consideration.
Presentation at Environment Management and Policies
By Junior, Cristina and Omar.
How Ecolabelling play a roll for business and the general public understand.
The roots of ecolabelling are found in the growing global concern for environmental protection on the part of governments, businesses and the public. As businesses have come to recognize that environmental concerns may be translated into a market advantage for certain products and services, various environmental declarations, claims and labels have emerged, such as natural, recyclable, eco-friendly, low energy, recycled content, etc.
Governmental, industry, NGO, investor and consumer efforts and awareness will serve as 5 key driving forces of sustainability in the months and years ahead.
Ecomark is a certification mark issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (the national standards organization of India) to products conforming to a set of standards aimed at the least impact on the ecosystem.
Spirit Level M-Level ECO
Bamboo spirit level – strong, durable, tough and sustainable
Particularly suitable for sensitive surfaces such as window sills, marble, granite, wood, etc.
Despite being categorized as a “Wood Level”, bamboo is actually grass, not wood
Bamboo is the fastest growing plant on earth, with a tensile strength comparable to steel
The product is available in the following lengths:
M-Level 60 ECO 60 cm (Art-No. 660000)
M-Level 120 ECO 120 cm (Art-No. 660010)
This is an easy to understand presentation on how organizations can procure greener products in order to lower the environmental impacts throughout the value chain. This presentation was made by our chairperson Dr. Prasad Modak at the CII GreenCo Forum held in Mumbai on 27th January 2015.
In this 2015 presentation, the focus is placed firmly on the concept of product stewardship and the advantages to organisations who pursue product stewardship certification.
This presentation takes a more in-depth look at the complex issue of packaging. The first EPR program ever created were focused on managing and reducing packaging waste. These slides include brief information the problems of packaging and on how voluntary and mandatory programs are working in other jurisdictions.
Carbon Footprint is a measure of organization's Greenhouse Gases emmissions. Many organizations nowadays are conscious with their carbon footprint.
This consciousness led to the development of PAS 2050, a standard developed by the British Standards Institute to assess the lifecycle GHG emissions of goods and services.
Today, as consumers become more aware and responsible about what they eat and drink, there is an increasing interest in, and consequently a rising demand for, organic products.
Without proof of certification, you cannot be assured that the product is, indeed, organic.
The organic labels certify that the products contain, among others, the following attributes: pesticide free, free of genetically modified/transgenic seeds, environmentally friendly, respects the workers safety, small-scale production, local production system, sustainable agriculture without use of chemical fertilizers.
The certification is among the attributes considered most important when buying organic products by the consumers. Consumers perceive superior value of products that possess an organic certification label.
With regard to the consumers’ opinions referring to labels, most believe that the labels give more credibility to products.
The researcher also found that product with an organic label is a differentiating factor at the moment of buying, due to the credibility, guarantee, confidence and safety conveyed by the label.
The roots of ecolabelling are found in the growing global concern for environmental protection on the part of governments, businesses and the public. As businesses have come to recognize that environmental concerns may be translated into a market advantage for certain products and services, various environmental declarations, claims and labels have emerged, such as natural, recyclable, eco-friendly, low energy, recycled content, etc.
Governmental, industry, NGO, investor and consumer efforts and awareness will serve as 5 key driving forces of sustainability in the months and years ahead.
Ecomark is a certification mark issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (the national standards organization of India) to products conforming to a set of standards aimed at the least impact on the ecosystem.
Spirit Level M-Level ECO
Bamboo spirit level – strong, durable, tough and sustainable
Particularly suitable for sensitive surfaces such as window sills, marble, granite, wood, etc.
Despite being categorized as a “Wood Level”, bamboo is actually grass, not wood
Bamboo is the fastest growing plant on earth, with a tensile strength comparable to steel
The product is available in the following lengths:
M-Level 60 ECO 60 cm (Art-No. 660000)
M-Level 120 ECO 120 cm (Art-No. 660010)
This is an easy to understand presentation on how organizations can procure greener products in order to lower the environmental impacts throughout the value chain. This presentation was made by our chairperson Dr. Prasad Modak at the CII GreenCo Forum held in Mumbai on 27th January 2015.
In this 2015 presentation, the focus is placed firmly on the concept of product stewardship and the advantages to organisations who pursue product stewardship certification.
This presentation takes a more in-depth look at the complex issue of packaging. The first EPR program ever created were focused on managing and reducing packaging waste. These slides include brief information the problems of packaging and on how voluntary and mandatory programs are working in other jurisdictions.
Carbon Footprint is a measure of organization's Greenhouse Gases emmissions. Many organizations nowadays are conscious with their carbon footprint.
This consciousness led to the development of PAS 2050, a standard developed by the British Standards Institute to assess the lifecycle GHG emissions of goods and services.
Today, as consumers become more aware and responsible about what they eat and drink, there is an increasing interest in, and consequently a rising demand for, organic products.
Without proof of certification, you cannot be assured that the product is, indeed, organic.
The organic labels certify that the products contain, among others, the following attributes: pesticide free, free of genetically modified/transgenic seeds, environmentally friendly, respects the workers safety, small-scale production, local production system, sustainable agriculture without use of chemical fertilizers.
The certification is among the attributes considered most important when buying organic products by the consumers. Consumers perceive superior value of products that possess an organic certification label.
With regard to the consumers’ opinions referring to labels, most believe that the labels give more credibility to products.
The researcher also found that product with an organic label is a differentiating factor at the moment of buying, due to the credibility, guarantee, confidence and safety conveyed by the label.
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RMT, Inc. and Vollrath Associates discuss how your company can become sustainable and how to market and communicate those green initiatives.
Blueprint for Green Business - Earth Day - April 22, 2010
Tools, techniques and strategies for understanding, measuring and communicating impact. 19th-20th June 2018, London. This two-day conference will highlight the latest methods being applied by business to measure the impact of their sustainability programs. We’ll discuss and debate the pros and cons of the different tools and techniques available, whilst assessing what has really worked for companies in practice.
“Green Environment” relates to the concerns for environmental conservation and improved health of the environment. This includes supporting practices like informed consumption, conservation practices and investment in renewable energy.Why is green environment important?
Going green reduces air pollution and environmental toxins that could affect our body's immune system that fights infections, and that could expose us to diseases and fatal illnesses
The Sustainability-lab 2014 Fashion Brands Sustainable Procurement Survey involved 18 European and American brands accounting for over €50 billion in sales. The Survey findings fall into four areas addressed in the main four chapters of the report:
The 18 brands commitment to Company Sustainable Procurement (CSP) has a huge impact on suppliers, all but one brand has included specific sustainability compliance requirements in purchasing contracts, a large share of brands’ purchases of fabrics and accessories is subject to formal sustainability assessment and the adoption of preferred suppliers Green Lists based on sustainability criteria is widespread.
In the field of organizational models for sustainable procurement management, the one size fits all concept does not hold true. A cluster of larger brands was found to follow a formalized management style, with the CSR department acting as watchdog for CSP. These brands established a Green List of preferred suppliers and assess a high share of fabrics and accessories purchases.
Other brands historically engaged in sustainability, especially in the luxury segment have adopted a more informal approach, without a clear role for the CSR function. Finally, a third cluster is still in a phase of organizational evolution with a mix of roles for the CSR department and expectations for future adoption of formalized sustainability evaluation tools.
Elimination of hazardous chemicals, traceability and ban of cruel practices towards animals are the most considered dimensions. These findings witness a higher level of maturity, beyond what we can define phase one of sustainability management almost exclusively focused on CO2 emissions cuts. The ranking of sustainability attributes reveals a close connection with some of the influential high-profile campaigns launched in recent years by environmental, workers' rights advocacy and animal welfare NGOs. Citizens through NGOs more than consumers through their wallets appear to be the driving force pulling fashion brands into the sustainability journey.
CSR managers value certification labels, especially when they compare best suppliers. Just a few of them consider certifications mandatory though. Brands with established CSP place less value on certifications. Most valued labels are Oeko-Tex100 / 100plus, GOTS, SA8000 and Bluesign.
Finally, the Survey findings were consistent with some more general conclusions:
1. the movement towards a more sustainable fashion has already started and goes full steam. Sustainable fashion is already among us, it is not matter of future or expected developments: it is now;
2. Supply chain relationships are changing more rapidly than consumer purchasing behavior. At the current development stage of the market, the consumer as citizen through the NGOs campaign, more than the consumer through its own wallet that is driving the movement towards a more sustainable fashion.
Ten Key Elements to Sustainable Business Practices in SMEs. This tool combines together case studies and lessons learned from small businesses across Canada, the US and the UK.
1. WSQ Graduate Diploma in Process Technology ( Sustainable Manufacturing ) Unit 1 : Session 10 : 10 th August, 2010 Dean Stanton Course Instructor | BrandGreen Carbon Footprint Measurement and Reduction Strategies for Products and Manufacturing Operations Communicating the Results of Carbon Footprinting; Setting Reduction Targets and Continuous Improvement
2. Unit 1: Develop Carbon Footprint Measurement and Reduction Strategies for Products and Manufacturing Operations This unit covers the knowledge and issues relating to carbon footprint measurement across operations and the value chain. The course involves demonstration of practical quantifying methodologies and standards, and discussions on how carbon footprint assessment can increase manufacturing efficiency. Key carbon reduction strategies such as life cycle thinking, resources management and 3Rs will be taught together with practical examples and applications. Participants will be able to take away practical knowledge and apply that in their work environments for quantification of carbon footprints and continuous improvement towards sustainable manufacturing. RECAP
12. Why do this in the first place? Climate change is happening Warming of the climate system is unequivocal IPCC, 2007 For 650,000 years, atmospheric CO2 has never been above this line… until now 2007 Little doubt remains.
13. What are the pressures? Businesses are under pressures from all directions to act… However bumpy the ride, we are moving to a low carbon economy, smart businesses will bend with the wind, others will be swept away. (Financial Times) The science is clear. The challenge is now for the business community…to decide how to respond. This poses a challenge for business, but it also presents significant opportunities (AP) Investors are owners who want the companies to stop being laggards when it comes to minimising risk and taking advantage of opportunities (TODAY) Business leaders need to do much more to incorporate environmental concerns into their thinking (Jamie Murdoch, Star TV / News Corporation) We simply will not succeed in cutting carbon until the business community, which has been part of the problem, is part of the solution Swiss RE has recently told its customers that failure to take their carbon footprint seriously could result in the renewal of their policy being declined (Singapore Straits Times) Business leaders Media Representative groups Insurance sector Investors Politicians
14. What are the opportunities? Senior managers are waking up to the challenges and opportunities… I’m looking to increase returns to shareholders relative to my peers CEO Our company has a responsibility to fight climate change Group Head of CSR We need to be actively managing risk Head of Compliance My department’s looking to increase market share and enhance loyalty Marketing Director I’m charged with growing the top line Sales Director I want our people motivated and receptive to change HR Director We need to reduce our cost base to compete Finance Director I want the company to be seen to take the lead Non-exec Chairman Source : BrandGreen research, interviews with Singapore based company executives, Jan-Mar 2010
15. What are the opportunities? … but the range of available options is confusing Shouldn’t we be investing in major PR and marketing? Would it make sense to upgrade our fleet? Should we change where our energy comes from? Should we be helping our customers go green? Should we be exerting influence over our supply chain? Should we refurbish our buildings? Shouldn’t we be lobbying government? Should we focus on driving down our electricity usage? Source : BrandGreen research, interviews with Singapore based company executives, Jan-Mar 2010
16. Labelling tackles these issues head on and hits all of the business case sweet spots… Cost reduction Reduced direct impacts Revenue growth Reduced risk Reduced indirect impacts Enhanced brand Business case
26. Developing the business case Key considerations Manage the initiative as a discrete project , and think about the whole end to end process: Align initiative(s) with overall strategy and operational needs Opportunity elaboration Build business case and obtain buy in Develop balanced scorecard of objectives and obtain sign off Develop detailed implementation plan; obtain sign off Implement individual streams of activity End-to-end programme management Embed change across people/ process / technology
51. Session 10 Section 2. Approaches to Labelling 3. Range of labelling schemes
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58. Summary Comparisons Carbon Label UK: Carbon Reduction Label United States: Certified Carbon Free Canada: CarbonCounted Registration/licence fee US$ Starting from S$10,000 –upwards S$3,500 registration. S$750 per subsequent product. S$150 per company in supply chain Separate LCA required Yes. Cost: SS$20,000 upwards Yes. Cost: S$15,000 upwards Optional Standard specific Yes. PAS2050 No No Independent verification required Yes Yes Yes Marketing support Included Included Not included Offsets No Yes No Carbon Label Contents Carbon content. Context. Recommendations on how consumers can lower the ‘after sales’ carbon impact of the product. Content: Optional. No context. No recommendation. Claims product is carbon neutral? Content: Optional. No context. No recommendation. Number of companies using label 40 (with a further 30 projects underway), including Cadburys, Pepsi Co. and Coca-Cola 11 in total, including Motorola and Florida Crystals 40 including Standard Chartered Bank and investment bank UBS
62. The Singapore Carbon Label: Vision and Mission Measuring and communicating the carbon content of the products and services we consume, raising the carbon consciousness of governments, businesses and consumers. Vision Mission What is it? The Singapore Carbon Label is a bottom up, industry led strategic initiative, developed by the SEC , SMa and SIMTech . Support Singapore’s transition to a recognised low carbon economy A Singapore initiative to… By…