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Upcycled Breakfast
Common pre-packaged breakfast foods are made with upcycled ingredients
Trend - The food industry is a major contributor to global waste, and small brands in this space are aiming to cut down on this waste by incorporating upcycled ingredients into common at-home breakfast products, including everything from pancake mixes to cereals.
Insight - As more consumers prioritize sustainability in their consumption choices, they're turning to brands who are authentic in their eco-friendly production choices. These consumers are seeking out brands that allow them to integrate sustainability principles into their daily habits and routines.
Insight - As more consumers prioritize sustainability in their consumption choices, they're turning to brands who are authentic in their eco-friendly production choices. These consumers are seeking out brands that allow them to integrate sustainability principles into their daily habits and routines.
Trend Themes
1. Upcycling Ingredients - More brands are incorporating upcycled ingredients into their food products in order to reduce waste and appeal to sustainability-conscious consumers.
2. Plant-based & Grain-free Products - Consumers are seeking out healthier, more nutritious options for their breakfast foods, leading to an increase in plant-based and grain-free products.
3. Partnerships to Reduce Food Waste - Companies are partnering with others in the food industry to repurpose ingredients that would otherwise go to waste, leading to more sustainable and eco-friendly production methods.
Industry Implications
1. Food & Beverage - The food industry is seeing a significant trend towards more sustainable and eco-friendly production methods, including upcycling ingredients and reducing waste through partnerships.
2. Health & Wellness - The rise of plant-based and grain-free options in breakfast foods speaks to a desire for healthier, more nutritious options for consumers seeking to enhance their health and wellness.
3. Sustainability & Environmentalism - Consumers are prioritizing sustainability in their consumption choices, driving demand for brands with authentic eco-friendly production practices and innovative solutions to reduce waste.
Upcycled Pancake Mixes
Otherworld's Plant-Based Pancakes & Waffles are Stacked with Nutrients
Upcycled Dutch-Style Cookies
Belgian Boys' Stroopwafels are Made with Repurposed Waffle Pieces
Upcycled Grain-Free Cereals
Seven Sundays' Cereals Feature Cassava & Upcycled Sunflower Protein
Free-From Mini Muffins
Hummii's Better-for-You Muffins are Grain-Free & Plant-Based
Upcycled Breakfast
Common pre-packaged breakfast foods are made with upcycled ingredients
How is your brand making sustainable consumption easier to achieve for its customers?
Overlooked Opportunity #1 - Workshop Question
Waste Reduced
Food waste-reduction apps help individuals reduce their environmental impact
Trend - As consumers look to reduce their environmental impact, brands are empowering them with apps that help them reduce food waste. Examples include everything from ordering from stores that offer unsold inventory at a discount, to apps that help users cook in a way that reduces waste.
Insight - As the climate crisis worsens, so does consumers' personal guilt about their own impact on the environment. Now, more people in North America are conscious of their habits and how they impact the world around them, and are altering them to mitigate some of those effects.
Insight - As the climate crisis worsens, so does consumers' personal guilt about their own impact on the environment. Now, more people in North America are conscious of their habits and how they impact the world around them, and are altering them to mitigate some of those effects.
Trend Themes
1. Food Waste Reduction - Brands are empowering consumers with apps that help them reduce food waste using innovative solutions like AR, AI-powered personalized cookbooks, food-waste trackers, and machine-learning recipe apps.
2. Sustainable Eating - As a growing number of individuals become more conscious of their impact on the environment, the demand for sustainable food production and farming practices has increased, encouraging businesses to implement innovative and environmentally friendly measures across food industries.
3. Meal Planning - Meal planning is becoming a popular trend, with businesses providing AI-powered solutions to help users make the most of the ingredients already found in the fridge or pantry, thus helping to reduce food waste and streamline their shopping experience.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Food and beverage industry professionals can implement sustainable farming and food production practices to respond to the growing demand for eco-friendly solutions and to reduce food waste.
2. Technology - The tech industry can continue to innovate by developing AI-powered solutions to help users make more informed decisions when it comes to grocery shopping, menu planning, and curbing food waste.
3. Retail - Retail professionals can further engage customers by offering deals on unsold inventory, invest in machine-learning recipe apps to provide better menu-planning solutions, and incorporate food-waste trackers into existing apps to help consumers manage their food consumption as part of their healthy and eco-friendly lifestyle.
AI-Powered Personalized Cookbooks
The Algorithmic Chef Identifies Ingredients & Assembles Recipes
Food Waste AR Apps
Morton Salt's AR App Provides a Creative Solution to Reducing Kitchen Waste
AI-Powered Food Waste Trackers
Nosh Launches New AI-Powered Analytics to All Its App Users
Machine-Learning Recipe Apps
'littlecook.io' Helps Users Curb Food Waste, Plan Ahead and More
Premium Food-Waste Cooking Apps
The SORTEDfood App Helps to Cut Waste and Create Great Meals
Waste Reduced
Food waste-reduction apps help individuals reduce their environmental impact
How is your brand helping its customers live sustainably?
Overlooked Opportunity #2 - Workshop Question
Eco Kit
Meal kit brands are prioritizing eco-friendly packaging and/or production
Trend - The growing popularity of meal kits has made meal-planning easier for people, but contributes to waste and the release of carbon emissions into the environment. Brands in this space are aiming to reduce their environmental footprint with things like reusable packaging and carbon-offsetting initiatives.
Insight - With most consumers having at least some level of understanding for how the global consumption cycle contributes to environmental waste, harm and climate change, people are feeling increasingly guilty for the purchases they make that contribute to this cycle. Thus, brands that are able to mitigate even some of their impact are becoming more appealing to eco-conscious consumers.
Insight - With most consumers having at least some level of understanding for how the global consumption cycle contributes to environmental waste, harm and climate change, people are feeling increasingly guilty for the purchases they make that contribute to this cycle. Thus, brands that are able to mitigate even some of their impact are becoming more appealing to eco-conscious consumers.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Meal Kit Packaging - Brands in the meal kit industry are prioritizing eco-friendly packaging and/or production methods, with a focus on initiatives including reusable packaging and carbon offsetting.
2. Zero-waste Meal Kits - Meal kit delivery services are innovating to minimize packaging waste and reduce plastic by introducing zero-waste meal kits that use reusable containers.
3. Climate-friendly Food Labels - Food kit suppliers are introducing climate-friendly food labeling initiatives to help consumers choose environmentally sustainable options.
Industry Implications
1. Subscription-based Meal Kits - Subscription-based meal kit brands can explore eco-friendly packaging and production methods to appeal to eco-conscious consumers and minimize environmental impact.
2. Meal Kit Delivery Services - Meal kit delivery services can adopt zero-waste initiatives and introduce reusable containers to reduce plastic waste and carbon emissions.
3. Food Kit Suppliers - Food kit suppliers can introduce climate-friendly food labeling initiatives and focus on eco-friendly production and packaging to minimize environmental impact and appeal to consumers seeking sustainable options.
Plastic-Free Meal Kits
Housemade Offers Subscription-Free Meal Kits That Require No Prep
Zero-Waste Meal Kits
Fresh Prep's Zero Waste Kit is Packaged in a Reusable Container
Climate-Friendly Food Labels
Hellofresh Launched a New Labeling Initiative Named 'Climate Hero'
Plant-Powered Meal Kits
Simple Feast Delivers Plant-Based Meal Kits in Sustainable Packaging
Carbon-Offsetting Meal Kits
HelloFresh is Working with Terrapass to Reduce Environmental Impact
Eco Kit
Meal kit brands are prioritizing eco-friendly packaging and/or production
How is your brand prioritizing the reduction of environmental harm?
Overlooked Opportunity #3 - Workshop Question
Embodied Carbon
New building designs consider the environmental cost from start to end-of-life
Trend - Brands in construction are now taking steps to accurately understand the building's environmental impact through an "embodied carbon" lens. Embodied carbon refers to the total carbon footprint of the materials used throughout the supply chain–from extraction and manufacturing through to the landfill or recycling plant.
Insight - In the wake of climate change, information has emerged about the detrimental environmental impacts of various production and consumption methods. Brands are no longer doing enough by simply taking a product's production into consideration but must consider its end-of-life cycle. Conscious consumers are now demanding brands identify these blind spots in production to help tackle climate change.
Insight - In the wake of climate change, information has emerged about the detrimental environmental impacts of various production and consumption methods. Brands are no longer doing enough by simply taking a product's production into consideration but must consider its end-of-life cycle. Conscious consumers are now demanding brands identify these blind spots in production to help tackle climate change.
Trend Themes
1. Embodied Carbon Analytics - Emphasis is now placed on developing innovative tools for assessing a product's embodied carbon emissions throughout its life cycle to tackle climate change.
2. Circular Building Materials - Brands are exploring ways to create circular building materials that can be reused or recycled to minimize embodied carbon emissions and reduce waste.
3. Green Building Policies - Green building policies that require the use of low-embodied carbon materials and support whole life-cycle carbon assessment are becoming a trend that is gaining traction.
Industry Implications
1. Construction - The construction industry can leverage new technologies and materials to reduce embodied carbon emissions and promote sustainability.
2. Architecture - Architects and designers can incorporate sustainable building practices and materials in their designs to minimize embodied carbon and create a positive environmental impact.
3. Software Development - Software developers and tech companies have an opportunity to create innovative tools and apps that can calculate, compare, and minimize embodied carbon emissions in building and construction.
Low Embodied Carbon Wood Stadiums
The Forest Green Rovers Eco Park stadium is Crafted from Wood
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Sustainable 3D Printed Habitats
WASP Debuts TECLA, a New Circular Model of Housing
Open-Source Embodied Carbon Apps
The Structural Carbon Tool Calculates & Compares Embodied Carbon
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Embodied Carbon Campaigns
The Decarbonise Construction Campaign Tackles Construction Emissions
Embodied Carbon
New building designs consider the environmental cost from start to end-of-life
How can you consider the life-long consequences of a product or service and reduce its environmental effect?
Overlooked Opportunity #4 - Workshop Question
Sustainable Candy
Popular candy brands are adapting to consumers' eco-friendly values
Trend - Mainstream brands that are known for their candies and chocolates are now switching tactics to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers by prioritizing eco-friendly packaging, ingredients, and/or branding.
Insight - As issues related to climate change become more urgent, consumers are increasingly expecting that brands do their part in reducing their own impact. With businesses being major contributors to environmental waste, it'll take some time before consumers are satisfied with their sustainability practices.
Insight - As issues related to climate change become more urgent, consumers are increasingly expecting that brands do their part in reducing their own impact. With businesses being major contributors to environmental waste, it'll take some time before consumers are satisfied with their sustainability practices.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Packaging - Mainstream candy brands are adopting eco-friendly packaging to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers, creating disruptive innovation opportunities for companies that specialize in sustainable packaging and materials.
2. Sustainable Sourcing - Candy brands are exploring sustainable sourcing, such as using 100% certified sustainable cocoa or partnering with organizations to reduce carbon emissions, creating disruptive innovation opportunities for companies that specialize in sustainable agriculture and carbon offsetting.
3. Alternative Protein Sources - Some candy brands are exploring alternative protein sources, such as cell-based collagen, creating disruptive innovation opportunities for companies that specialize in cell-based or plant-based proteins.
Industry Implications
1. Sustainable Packaging Companies - Companies that specialize in sustainable packaging and materials can benefit from the growing trend of eco-friendly candy packaging.
2. Sustainable Agriculture Companies - Companies that specialize in sustainable agriculture, carbon offsetting, and fair trade can benefit from candy brands' focus on sustainable sourcing.
3. Alternative Protein Companies - Companies that specialize in plant-based or cell-based proteins can benefit from candy brands' exploration of alternative protein sources.
Recognizable Vegan Candy Bars
The Nestlé Vegan KitKat is Being Launched in the UK
Edible Insect Lollipops
Orkin's Pest-Infested Pops Bring Awareness to Pest Control
Cell-Based Candies
Free Candy Performance Gummies are Made with Cell-Based Collagen
Reduced Packaging Chocolates
Cadbury Share Bags will Now Have 15% Less Packaging
Sustainable Cocoa Chocolate Bars
The Ritter Sport Don Choco Bar is a Limited-Edition Offering
Sustainable Candy Packaging Initiatives
The Ferrara Candy Company Made a Packaging Announcement
Carbon-Neutral Candy Bars
Mars Bars Will Be Caron-Neutral in the UK by 2023
Sustainable Candy
Popular candy brands are adapting to consumers' eco-friendly values
How is your brand authentically prioritizing sustainability?
Overlooked Opportunity #5 - Workshop Question
Sugarcane Pack
Brands use sugarcane as an alternative to harmful plastic packaging
Trend - Sugarcane is being used as a more environmentally friendly alternative to plastic packaging, with brands that range from beauty and skincare, to food brands now adapting the eco-friendly material into their products.
Insight - As the consequences of climate change increasingly make themselves known, more consumers are being mindful of their consumption habits, and how they might contribute to environmental harm. Brands that help empower customers to be more eco-friendly are thus becoming increasingly important.
Insight - As the consequences of climate change increasingly make themselves known, more consumers are being mindful of their consumption habits, and how they might contribute to environmental harm. Brands that help empower customers to be more eco-friendly are thus becoming increasingly important.
Trend Themes
1. Sugarcane Packaging - Sugarcane is being used as an eco-friendly alternative to plastic packaging, with brands from beauty, skincare to food sectors adapting the sustainable material into their products.
2. Carbon-neutral Packaging - Brands are partnering with fuel recycling companies and using carbon as raw materials to produce sustainable packaging, which gives an alternative to harmful bio-plastics.
3. Sustainable Packaging Materials - Brands are going beyond typical materials and turning to tree-free paper made from upcycled sugarcane to create eco-friendly packaging solutions for their products.
Industry Implications
1. Beauty & Skincare - The beauty and skincare sector has a significant opportunity to innovate sustainable and eco-friendly packaging options, implementing carbon-neutral and sugarcane packaging materials.
2. Food & Beverages - The food and beverage industry can adopt sustainable packaging solutions, taking advantage of carbon-capture technology and eco-friendly packaging materials such as sugarcane-based bio-plastics and tree-free paper.
3. Retail & Consumer Goods - Retailers and consumer goods businesses have the potential to make a significant positive impact on the environment by adopting eco-friendly packaging options such as carbon-neutral materials and sugarcane-based bio-plastics.
Tree-Free Beauty Packaging
The Honest Company's Daily Defense Collection is Sustainably Packaged
Carbon Footprint Dessert Packaging
Brave Robot Ice Cream Packaging Has Carbon Footprint Info
Sustainable Indigenous Skincare
Epoch by Nu Skin Taps Into Ethnobotanical Wisdom
Carbon-Based Shampoo Bottles
L'Oréal is Making Plastic Bottles from Industrial Carbon Emissions
Sugarcane Pack
Brands use sugarcane as an alternative to harmful plastic packaging
How is your brand prioritizing sustainability?
Overlooked Opportunity #6 - Workshop Question
Zero-Waste Cosmetic
The cosmetic industry is now producing zero-waste packaging and products
Trend - Brands in the cosmetic industry are increasingly prioritizing zero-waste products, packaging and/or production in response to the growing demand for businesses to reduce their environmental impact.
Insight - Consumers are increasingly aware of how their lifestyles are impacting the environment, and how businesses across industries are accelerating issues like climate change and pollution. Now, more are demanding that brands accept accountability for their impact on the environment and change their ways in order to help consumers reduce their personal impact.
Insight - Consumers are increasingly aware of how their lifestyles are impacting the environment, and how businesses across industries are accelerating issues like climate change and pollution. Now, more are demanding that brands accept accountability for their impact on the environment and change their ways in order to help consumers reduce their personal impact.
Trend Themes
1. Zero-waste Packaging and Products - The cosmetics industry continues to prioritize zero-waste products, packaging and/or production in response to the growing demand for businesses to reduce their environmental impact.
2. Return and Refill Initiative - Beauty brands are implementing return and refill initiatives to encourage sustainability and reduce customer cost.
3. Memberships and Subscriptions - Zero waste beauty brands are using memberships and subscriptions to promote sustainable practices and decrease carbon footprints.
Industry Implications
1. Cosmetics Industry - The cosmetics industry is leading the way in developing zero-waste products and packaging.
2. Direct-to-consumer Brands - Zero-waste beauty brands are using direct-to-consumer business models to reduce carbon footprints and promote sustainability.
3. Sustainability and Environmentalism - Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the impact their lifestyle choices have on the environment and are demanding accountability from businesses across industries.
Zero-Waste Beauty Packaging
Kjaer Weis' Red Edition is Refillable, Recyclable and Compostable
Zero-Waste Eyeliners
Sprout World's Plantable Eyeliners Contain Seed Capsules
Zero-Waste Beauty Platforms
Loop by Ulta Beauty Shares Beauty Products in Reusable Packaging
Zero-Waste Beauty Packaging
UpCircle Beauty Unveils its New Return and Refill Initiative
Zero-Waste Beauty Memberships
Izzy Zero Waste Beauty is a Reusable, Sustainable D2C Brand
Zero-Waste Cosmetic
The cosmetic industry is now producing zero-waste packaging and products
How is your brand looking into long-term environmental harm-reduction?
Overlooked Opportunity #7 - Workshop Question
Plastic-Free Frozen
Frozen foods are being offered in plastic-free packaging
Trend - The convenience of frozen foods has led to their popularity, however their environmental impact is made worse with the use of plastic packaging. Now, some brands in this space are aiming to reduce their impact on the environment with plastic-free packaging solutions.
Insight - As consumers come to terms with the present and future consequences of climate change, they're looking to sustain their existing habits in a way that is less harmful to the environment. Consumers are doing this by putting more pressure on brands to help them reduce their eco footprints.
Insight - As consumers come to terms with the present and future consequences of climate change, they're looking to sustain their existing habits in a way that is less harmful to the environment. Consumers are doing this by putting more pressure on brands to help them reduce their eco footprints.
Trend Themes
1. Plastic-free Packaging - Efforts to reduce the environmental impact of frozen foods have led to more brands offering plastic-free packaging solutions.
2. Recyclable Packaging - Brands are prioritizing eco-friendly and sustainable packaging solutions, with an emphasis on recycling and reducing non-recyclable materials.
3. Ready-to-eat Convenience - New products are being introduced in the frozen food industry that offer ready-to-eat convenience for consumers who value ease and speed in their meal options.
Industry Implications
1. Food Packaging - Packaging companies that offer eco-friendly and sustainable solutions with a focus on reducing single-use plastics and materials.
2. Frozen Food Production - Companies that produce frozen foods can focus on creating new products with environmentally-friendly packaging and ready-to-eat options.
3. Retail - Retailers can prioritize stocking and promoting products that feature eco-friendly and sustainable packaging options.
Recyclable Frozen Food Packaging
This New Walki Recyclable Tray Packaging is Convenient
Paper-Made Frozen Food Packaging
PACK'D is Introducing New Recyclable Paper Bags
Plant-Based Ice Cream Pints
Sacred Serve Introduces 100% Recyclable Ice Cream Cartons
Ready-to-Eat Tuna Bowls
Wild Planet's Tuna Salad Bowls Need No Heating or Prep Work
Recyclable Frozen Food Packaging
Birds Eye is Launching New Recycled Vegetable Packs
Recyclable Frozen Food Packaging
Parkside and Iceland Partnered for Plastic-Free Packaging
Fiber-Based Ice Cream Tubs
AR Packaging and Picard Team Up to Introduce Fiber-Based Ice Cream Tubs
Plastic-Free Frozen
Frozen foods are being offered in plastic-free packaging
How is your brand prioritizing sustainability?
Overlooked Opportunity #8 - Workshop Question
Beauty Pulp
Beauty brands are utilizing wood pulp for its biodegradable benefits
Trend - Beauty brands are leveraging wood pulp as an ingredient in formulas, packaging, and applicators (mask sheets, in particular). This allows companies to meet sustainability requirements and reduce the use of harmful materials such as microplastics.
Insight - Contemporary consciousness about climate change and its consequences has motivated consumers to prioritize sustainability when making purchasing decisions. As such, individuals are opting in for less wasteful options, especially when it comes to the products they use frequently. Many are striving to adopt this mindset as a habit, which, in turn, allows them to gain some peace of mind that they are doing their part for the environment.
Insight - Contemporary consciousness about climate change and its consequences has motivated consumers to prioritize sustainability when making purchasing decisions. As such, individuals are opting in for less wasteful options, especially when it comes to the products they use frequently. Many are striving to adopt this mindset as a habit, which, in turn, allows them to gain some peace of mind that they are doing their part for the environment.
Trend Themes
1. Biodegradable Packaging - Beauty brands are shifting to eco-friendly, biodegradable packaging solutions like wood pulp to minimize environmental impact.
2. Waterless Beauty Products - The innovation of waterless beauty products, such as dehydrated body wash squares, addresses the sustainability concerns associated with shipping and use of water.
3. Eco-conscious Product Formulations - Incorporating natural-origin ingredients like wood pulp in products enables brands to cater to environmentally aware consumers seeking less wasteful options.
Industry Implications
1. Cosmetics and Beauty - Innovations in biodegradable materials and sustainable practices are redefining product formulations and packaging standards.
2. Packaging Industry - The demand for compostable and eco-friendly packaging materials is driving significant advancements in sustainable packaging technologies.
3. Personal Care - Sustainable, waterless, and biodegradable solutions in personal care underscore the industry's response to growing environmental consciousness.
Dissolving Shower Packets
Plus' Zero-Waste Body Wash Comes in Dehydrated Squares
Compostable Beauty Pouches
Proverb Skin Created a Home Compostable Paper-Based Sample Pouch
Eco-Friendly Morning Masks
PAYOT Paris' Morning Mask are Eco-Conscious and Efficient
Minimalist Vegan Exfoliators
The Day Maker Microcrystal Exfoliator by Versed is Eco-Conscious
Eco-Conscious Luxury Beauty Kits
Elemental Herbology is Boasting a Compact, Limited-Edition Kit
Beauty Pulp
Beauty brands are utilizing wood pulp for its biodegradable benefits
How can your brand utilize wood pulp as an ingredient/material?
Overlooked Opportunity #9 - Workshop Question
Sustainable Label
Emerging private label brands prioritize sustainability
Trend - Brands are releasing private label lines that prioritize sustainability as they see demand in this space grow. Everything from activewear to beauty products are being released by brands looking to add eco-consciousness to their portfolios.
Insight - The demand for eco-friendly products continues to grow among consumers in North America as knowledge about the current and impending consequences of climate change expand among the average consumer. This shift has pushed brands to reevaluate customer needs as they relate to sustainability.
Insight - The demand for eco-friendly products continues to grow among consumers in North America as knowledge about the current and impending consequences of climate change expand among the average consumer. This shift has pushed brands to reevaluate customer needs as they relate to sustainability.
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Private Label Brands - Private label brands are prioritizing sustainability to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly products among consumers in North America.
2. Clean Beauty Offerings - Beauty retailers are responding to growing consumer demand for clean, eco-friendly products at an accessible price point, with brands like Sally Beauty launching vegan pledges.
3. Mono-material Packaging - Companies are turning to highly recyclable, mono-material packaging like the microwavable food pouches created by JMP and FEI Foods to meet consumer expectations for sustainability.
Industry Implications
1. Private Label Industries - Private label industries including beauty, fashion, and consumables are responding to shifts in consumer demand for more sustainable, eco-friendly products.
2. Recyclable Packaging Industries - Industries producing consumer packaging like food and beverage are pivoting towards more sustainable approaches in line with consumer demand for recyclable, eco-friendly materials.
3. Clean Beauty Industries - The beauty industry is pursuing clean, eco-friendly product offerings in response to growing consumer demand for accessible, sustainable cosmetics.
Sustainable Private Label Activewear
Le Ore is a New Sustainable Line from Bandier
Sustainable Private Label Initiatives
The Essential Waitrose Range Will Feature Eco Packaging
Recyclable Microwavable Food Pouches
These New Rice and Grain Pouches are Made with One Material
Cruelty-Free Beauty Brand Initiatives
Sally Beauty's Vegan Pledge Will Account for 80% of Products
Sustainable Label
Emerging private label brands prioritize sustainability
How is your brand prioritizing sustainability?
Overlooked Opportunity #10 - Workshop Question
Portable Recycling Microfactories
'Circular Economy Manufacturing' Recycles Single-Use Plastics
Circular Economy Manufacturing has designed a portable recycling microfactory that fits within a used shipping container. This microfactory is designed around using solar-power panels on the roof of the container to charge an array of battery storage devices which power a molding machine. This cycle is entirely waste-free and does not release harmful toxins into the environment.
The portable microfactory features transparent walls, which makes it quite an interesting spectacle for viewers to analyze the entire process, from melting plastics to molding items. It is important to note that this microfactory is still in the prototype design stage, and is not ready for mass production as of yet. When the R&D designers do finalize this microfactory, it will be a purely beneficial innovation.
The portable microfactory features transparent walls, which makes it quite an interesting spectacle for viewers to analyze the entire process, from melting plastics to molding items. It is important to note that this microfactory is still in the prototype design stage, and is not ready for mass production as of yet. When the R&D designers do finalize this microfactory, it will be a purely beneficial innovation.
Nov 20th, 2021
Sources: circulareconomymfg
Trend Themes
1. Circular Economy Manufacturing - Circular Economy Manufacturing presents an opportunity for sustainable, low-waste production of goods through the business model of recycling and reuse.
2. Portable Manufacturing - Portable manufacturing is a growing trend, and presents an opportunity for businesses who want to reach diverse locations and demographics with tailor-made offerings.
3. Transparent Manufacturing - Transparent manufacturing presents a trend in manufacturing that benefits customer trust and environmental transparency.
Industry Implications
1. Waste Management - The Waste Management industry presents disruption opportunities for Circular Economy Manufacturing by offering end-to-end recycling solutions for manufacturing waste and byproducts.
2. Shipping and Logistics - The Shipping and Logistics industry presents disruption opportunities for Portable Manufacturing by offering low-cost and efficient transportation of microfactories to diverse locations.
3. Consumer Goods - The Consumer Goods industry presents disruption opportunities for Transparent Manufacturing by catering to new consumer expectations of product transparency and sustainability.
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Electronic Waste Glass Tiles
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Eco-Conscious Fragrance Packaging
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One-Handed Eco Strollers
Bombi's Bēbee Lightweight Stroller is Made with Recycled Plastic Bottles
Biodegradable Skincare Packs
Naya's Everyday Essential Kit Is Now Packaged in Biomass and Mycelium
Mono-Material Makeup Brushes
Ecosofy Solo Brushes are Made from Recycled Water Bottles
Sustainable Plant-Based Storage Bins
The Welli Bins Washable Storage Bins are Durably Designed
Recyclable Cannabis Packaging
Aviation Cannabis Uses Reclaimed Plastic & Diverts Landfill Waste
Eco-Designed Cognacs
Bache-Gabrielsen 5 Has a Low Environmental Impact
Upcycled Evergreen Deodorants
Fussy's New Deodorant Scent Helps to Reduce Christmas Tree Waste
Affordable Eco Homeware Lines
GoodWaste Explores Circular Production in the Department Store World
Design house GoodWaste unveiled its latest sustainable collection in collaboration with the international retail giant, Selfridges. GoodWaste has reclaimed the department store's old waste materials and turned them into elevated home decor pieces. Dubbed the 'Super Circular Department Store' project, the goal was to explore how department stores can turn old scraps into marketable stock.
The five-piece collection includes candles, lamps, and a vase. All materials were sourced from Selfridge's Oxford Street location as well as from the surrounding London area. From wax, steel, acrylic to light bulbs, all materials were carefully sourced from local suppliers. For example, the LED light bulbs come from the London-based brand Tala.
The line is priced affordably to make sustainable shopping accessible to all.
The five-piece collection includes candles, lamps, and a vase. All materials were sourced from Selfridge's Oxford Street location as well as from the surrounding London area. From wax, steel, acrylic to light bulbs, all materials were carefully sourced from local suppliers. For example, the LED light bulbs come from the London-based brand Tala.
The line is priced affordably to make sustainable shopping accessible to all.
Nov 15th, 2021
Sources: dezeen
Trend Themes
1. Circular Economy Homeware - The trend of creating homeware from waste materials, particularly in collaboration with larger retailers, presents opportunities for businesses to explore the circular economy and revitalize outdated inventory.
2. Local Material Sourcing - Trend towards using locally sourced, sustainable materials, provides potential for businesses to explore regional partnerships and differentiated product offerings.
3. Affordable Sustainability - Providing sustainable options at accessible price points presents an opportunity for brands to increase their customer base and appeal to conscious consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - The circular production trend in homeware products opens doors for interior design companies to incorporate sustainable materials and techniques into their offerings.
2. Department Stores - Department stores can adopt a circular approach to their inventory management and introduce sustainable product lines to appeal to conscious consumers.
3. Local Suppliers - Sustainable homeware companies can partner with local suppliers to source materials and reduce their environmental impact while also contributing to the economy of their region.
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Upcycled Food Waste Tableware
Studio Barbara Gollackner's Homeware Items are Made from Waste
Highly-Adjustable Premium Pillows
Brookelinen Launches New Best-In-Class Pillow Brand, Marlow
Venezia Leather Homeware
Luxury Leather Brand Berluti Launches 'Home & Office Objects' Collection
Elevated Homeware Lines
Home Brand Maison Tess Launched Its First Homeware Line, Tess Living
Gold Iron Mirrored Trays
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Sunset-Inspired Lamps
The Nick Lamp Pays Homage to the Concept of Sunset with Natural Elements
Landmark Water-Pump Houses
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Limited Graffiti Premium Homeware
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Zero-Waste Shopping Kit
BRINGiT's System Sustainably Replaces Plastic & Cotton Bags
The debut collection from BRINGiT introduces a complete zero-waste shopping system that helps to provide an alternative to plastic and cotton carryalls. Instead of using these common materials, the bags make the most of LENZING Lyocell and LENZING Modal Color fibers.
These reusable BRINGiT bags are machine washable and won't release microplastics, plus they are tear-resistant and home compostable at the end of their usable life. The zero-waste shopping kit includes essentials like the iTKit Shopping System with eight bags of different designs, produce bags in various sizes and the iTBag Shopper. Deb Singer, co-founder of BRINGiT, says "We were inspired by the innovative and emerging material used often in sustainable apparel and the need for planet-friendly reusable tote options."
These reusable BRINGiT bags are machine washable and won't release microplastics, plus they are tear-resistant and home compostable at the end of their usable life. The zero-waste shopping kit includes essentials like the iTKit Shopping System with eight bags of different designs, produce bags in various sizes and the iTBag Shopper. Deb Singer, co-founder of BRINGiT, says "We were inspired by the innovative and emerging material used often in sustainable apparel and the need for planet-friendly reusable tote options."
Nov 17th, 2021
Sources: prnewswire
Trend Themes
1. Zero-waste Shopping - The trend towards zero-waste shopping presents an opportunity for businesses to develop eco-friendly products like BRINGiT's shopping kit.
2. Sustainable Materials - The increasing demand for sustainable materials like LENZING Lyocell and Modal Color fibers presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for businesses to develop more eco-friendly products.
3. Reusable Packaging - The popularity of reusable packaging presents an opportunity for businesses to create products that are both sustainable and cost-effective for consumers, like BRINGiT's shopping kit.
Industry Implications
1. Retail - The retail industry could incorporate sustainable shopping products like BRINGiT's kit and capitalize on the zero-waste shopping trend.
2. Fashion - The fashion industry could adopt eco-friendly materials like LENZING Lyocell and Modal Color fibers to create sustainable clothing and accessories.
3. Food - The food industry could benefit from creating more eco-friendly packaging options like reusable produce bags to reduce waste and cater to the zero-waste shopping trend.
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Fruit Waste Shopping Bags
The 'Sonnet155' Reusable Tote Bags are Made with Raw Materials
Robotic Grocery Deliveries
Save Mart Created a Contactless Robotic Grocery Delivery Service
Miniscule Resusable Shopping Bags
The Ultra-Sil Nano Shopping Bag Can Be Folded Down to a Keychain
AR Apparel Logos
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Paper Bag-Inspired Canvas Carriers
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Shoe-Branded Loungewear Collaborations
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Gift Wrap Shopping Bags
Primark's Festive Paper Shopping Bags Can Be Repurposed as Wrapping Paper
Antimicrobial Folding Bags
Syfel's Bags Help to Protect Users from Harmful Microbes
Eco Frozen Shopping Bags
This Aldi UK Recyclable Freezer Bag is Launching at More Than 230 Stores
Earth-Positive Fashion Pop-Ups
Pangaia x La Rinascente Offsets Its Entire Retail Presence
Pangaia x La Rinascente is an earth-positive pop-up set in a Milan department store and this location aims to offset the entire carbon footprint of the retail experience.
This brick-and-mortar pop-up is a destination for discovering innovations from the brand like Panhemp and Pprmint, the core 365 collection and advanced material technology. The space includes a moving track on a loop, as well as videos that are devoted to the brand's unique approach to sustainability.
This pop-up space embodies the Pangaia Pact, which is centered on foundational pillars like carbon neutrality, circularity and purpose. With every purchase made at the pop-up, Pangaia has committed to donating a portion of the proceeds to Tomorrow Tree Fund, supporting grassroots NGOs.
This brick-and-mortar pop-up is a destination for discovering innovations from the brand like Panhemp and Pprmint, the core 365 collection and advanced material technology. The space includes a moving track on a loop, as well as videos that are devoted to the brand's unique approach to sustainability.
This pop-up space embodies the Pangaia Pact, which is centered on foundational pillars like carbon neutrality, circularity and purpose. With every purchase made at the pop-up, Pangaia has committed to donating a portion of the proceeds to Tomorrow Tree Fund, supporting grassroots NGOs.
Feb 25th, 2022
Sources: fashionunited.uk
Trend Themes
1. Earth-positive Fashion - The trend towards sustainable and eco-friendly fashion is disrupting traditional manufacturing and retail practices.
2. Pop-up Shops - The trend towards temporary retail spaces allows for innovative and experimental consumer experiences and branding opportunities.
3. Circular Economy - The trend towards a circular economy model encourages the reuse and recycling of materials, reducing waste and creating new business opportunities.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - The fashion industry is facing pressure to shift towards more sustainable and eco-friendly practices, creating opportunities for brands that prioritize sustainability.
2. Retail - Retailers are exploring new ways to minimize their environmental impact and offer eco-friendly products and experiences, leading to disruptive innovation in the industry.
3. Non-profit - Non-profits focused on environmental causes such as carbon neutrality and circular economies are partnering with brands to drive positive change and create new sources of funding.
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Sustainable 80s-Style Activewear
The PANGAIA Gym Collection is Made from Bio-Engineered Materials
Climate-Positive Fashion Exhibitions
Pangaia & Galeries Lafayette Created an Immersive Expereince
Carbon-Infused Eyewear
Pangaia Used Twelve's 'CO2Made' Technology to Create Eco-Friendly Shades
Digital Product Passports
PANGAIA's Digital Passports Connect Customers to Product Journeys
Lab-Grown Clothing Dyes
Colorifix Partners With Pangaia to Release Clothes With Lab-Grown Dye
Poetic Eco Loungewear
The Pangaia x Es Devlin Capsule is a Reminder to Take Climate Action Now
'90s-Inspired Denim Lines
PANGAIA Unveils New High-Rise Jeans and Denim Jacket
Genderless Hemp-Based Denim
PANGAIA's PANhemp Denim is Made with Rain-Fed Hemp
Pollution-Fighting Proprietary Inks
Pangaia and MIT Lab Launched the Pangaia Capsule Collection
Plant Fiber Supermarket Packaging
This Silphie Packaging is Made with Locally Grown Material
This silphie packaging has been unveiled by STI Group as a collaboration with PreZero as an eco-friendly take on supermarket packaging that would work to greatly reduce reliance on traditional materials. The packaging is made using locally grown silphie plant fibers and will be supplied to the grocery store chains Lidl and Kaufland for use with fruits and vegetables. The material used for the packaging is perfectly suited for direct contact with food and could be further enhanced with additional barriers to enhance its resiliency against water and fats.
CEO of STI Group Jakob Rinninger spoke on the new silphie packaging saying, "Through a development partnership with OutNature, our in-house materials lab has been exploring the technical properties of silphie material since late 2020. Pioneering tests have examined every facet of its production performance, from printability and varnishability to laminating and die-cutting. Silphie material has proven itself and can now be used in cardboard or corrugated board format for making packaging and displays.”
CEO of STI Group Jakob Rinninger spoke on the new silphie packaging saying, "Through a development partnership with OutNature, our in-house materials lab has been exploring the technical properties of silphie material since late 2020. Pioneering tests have examined every facet of its production performance, from printability and varnishability to laminating and die-cutting. Silphie material has proven itself and can now be used in cardboard or corrugated board format for making packaging and displays.”
Nov 19th, 2021
Sources: packagingeurope & sti-group
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Supermarket Packaging - The use of sustainable materials is a growing trend, and companies should explore innovative ways to reduce reliance on traditional packaging materials.
2. Locally Grown Fibers in Packaging - Using locally sourced materials can reduce transportation emissions while also supporting local farmers and their communities.
3. Enhanced Fiber-based Packaging - Opportunities exist to further enhance the resiliency of fiber-based packaging through additional barriers and coatings.
Industry Implications
1. Supermarkets - Supermarkets can benefit from exploring eco-friendly packaging solutions to reduce waste and improve sustainability.
2. Packaging - The packaging industry should explore the use of locally grown fibers and the development of enhanced fiber-based packaging to meet increasing demand for sustainable options.
3. Agriculture - The use of locally grown silphie plant fibers in packaging presents opportunities for farmers to diversify their crops and capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable materials.
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Frozen Veggie Packaging
Vegeterra's Frozen Food Bags Make Food Inside Seem Fresh & Crisp
App-Connected Veggie Packaging
This City Farm Shop Concept Features Only Hyper-Local Produce
Protective Vegetable Packaging
This Resealable Endive Box Creates a Longer Shelf Life
Adorable Veggie Packaging
These Vegetarian Food Packages for Kids Makes Meat-Free Options Friendly
Microwaveable Veggie-Steaming Packaging
The Season & Steam Steamed Vegetables are Easy to Prepare
Natural Design Vegetable Packaging
The ATI Vegetable Cans Focus on the Natural Design of Produce
Transparent Veggie Packaging
The Slow Fast Food Containers by Korefe are Deliciously Fresh
Recyclable Pet Food Pouches
This Monomaterial Pet Food Packaging is Highly Recyclable
Tetrahedral Vegetable Packaging
The Pattruss Z Leaf Salad Vegetable Packaging Ensures Freshness
Upcycled Green Beans
Del Monte's Canned Green Beans are the First to Be Upcycled Certified
Del Monte's canned green beans are now the first in the industry that can boast being Upcycled Certified by the Upcycled Food Association. The Del Monte Blue Lake Petite Cut and Blue Lake Farmhouse Cut Green Beans are made wth upcycled and sustainably grown green beans sourced from Wisconsin and Illinois.
Del Monte's Upcycled Certified Green Bean products helped to redirect about 600,000 pounds of surplus green beans last year, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and tackling food waste in a responsible way. It's said that if 50 to 75% of food waste is reduced by 2050, up to 26 gigatons of carbon dioxide emissions could be avoided.
Turner Wyatt, CEO and Co-founder of the Upcycled Food Association, says "When people hear the term 'upcycled,' they often think the product is going to be something they have never tried before. Nope. These are the green beans we have been eating our whole lives. The only difference is that by choosing the Upcycled Certified ones, consumers are actively preventing food waste."
Del Monte's Upcycled Certified Green Bean products helped to redirect about 600,000 pounds of surplus green beans last year, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and tackling food waste in a responsible way. It's said that if 50 to 75% of food waste is reduced by 2050, up to 26 gigatons of carbon dioxide emissions could be avoided.
Turner Wyatt, CEO and Co-founder of the Upcycled Food Association, says "When people hear the term 'upcycled,' they often think the product is going to be something they have never tried before. Nope. These are the green beans we have been eating our whole lives. The only difference is that by choosing the Upcycled Certified ones, consumers are actively preventing food waste."
Nov 16th, 2021
Sources: prnewswire & delmontefoods
Trend Themes
1. Upcycling - Del Monte's Upcycled Certified Green Bean products demonstrate the trend of repurposing surplus food to reduce waste and emissions.
2. Sustainable Sourcing - The use of sustainably grown green beans sourced from Wisconsin and Illinois offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the agricultural industry to reduce their carbon footprint.
3. Reducing Food Waste - Del Monte's efforts to upcycle surplus green beans and reduce food waste demonstrate this trend, which offers opportunities for technological developments in waste-reducing solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Food Production - The Upcycled Certified Green Bean products demonstrate an opportunity for food producers to reduce waste and their environmental footprint through repurposing surplus crops.
2. Agriculture - The sustainable sourcing of green beans demonstrates opportunities for farms and agricultural companies to adopt more sustainable practices in their operations and supply chains.
3. Environmental Sustainability - The efforts to reduce food waste and emissions exemplified by Del Monte's Upcycled Certified Green Bean products offer innovation opportunities in the field of environmental sustainability.
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Superfrau's Canned Drinks are Made with Upcycled Whey
Barley-Based Milk Alternatives
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Healthy Cranberry Seed Flours
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Science-Backed Cocoa Elixirs
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Cauliflower-Crusted Mozzarella Sticks
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Upcycled Cacao Squares
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Alternative Sugar Chocolates
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Recycled Haircare Packaging
P&G is Set to Pack Herbal Essences in Molecular-Recycled Plastic
To bring the haircare industry one step closer to sustainability, P&G's Herbal Essences partnered with Eastman to package its shampoo and conditioner collection in molecular-recycled plastic. Eastman's collection of containers dubbed the Eastman Renew material will make Herbal Essences the first of P&G's brands to use environmentally-friendly material as its primary packaging.
Packaging made from Eastman Renew resins includes 50% certified recycled plastic. The new haircare containers follow an August 2021 agreement between the two brands to collaborate on initiatives that advance the recycling of more materials, thereby encouraging eco-conscious behavior among consumers. To kick off the initiative, five Herbal Essences bio: renew sulfate-free collections will include the upgraded Eatman Renew materials, including the Alow Vera line-up.
Packaging made from Eastman Renew resins includes 50% certified recycled plastic. The new haircare containers follow an August 2021 agreement between the two brands to collaborate on initiatives that advance the recycling of more materials, thereby encouraging eco-conscious behavior among consumers. To kick off the initiative, five Herbal Essences bio: renew sulfate-free collections will include the upgraded Eatman Renew materials, including the Alow Vera line-up.
Nov 15th, 2021
Sources: cosmeticsbusiness & eastman
Trend Themes
1. Molecular-recycled Packaging - The use of molecular-recycled plastic in packaging can be a trendsetter with scope for disrupting the packaging industry as well as waste management sector.
2. Eco-friendly Packaging - Eco-friendly packaging can be a growing trend as brands and companies become increasingly focused on reducing their carbon footprint and making their products more sustainable.
3. Collaboration for Sustainable Initiatives - Collaboration between brands and companies for sustainable initiatives can set a trend by triggering a collective effort to push for more eco-friendly solutions and processes across industries.
Industry Implications
1. Packaging - The packaging industry has an opportunity to innovate with the use of sustainable materials and processes that can address environmental concerns and promote a circular economy.
2. Haircare - The haircare industry can benefit from incorporating eco-friendly packaging options for products to meet the growing demand for sustainable and natural solutions.
3. Waste Management - The waste management industry can leverage molecular-recycled plastic and other sustainable processes to reduce landfill waste and promote a more circular economy.
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Glow-Boosting Body Washes
Playa's Every Day Body Wash Cleanses with Tropical Fruit Enzymes
Youth-Targeted Black Haircare Products
Dove Kids’ Hair Love Celebrates Curls, Coils and Waves
Calming Cica Serums
Manyo's Our Vegan Heartleaf 98 Cica Serum Soothes Stressed Skin
Therapeutic Essential Oils
LR Health & Beauty Releases New Sustainable Aroma Wellness Products
Cream-to-Powder Hair Cleansers
The No-Rinse Micellar Hair Cleanser is a Shower-Free Refresher
Scalp-Focused Haircare Products
The Curls’ Hair Under There Collection is Wig and Weave-Focused
Easy-to-Use Classic Cocktail Mixers
Goya Cocktail Mixers Come in Four Flavor Varieties
Modernized Eco Beverage Packaging
The 'Aroma' Bottle is Made with 100% Recycled Clear PET
Blemish-Banishing Gen Z Cosmetics
St. Ives Solutions Helps Get Z Find the Right Kind of Skincare
Biodegradable Skincare Packs
Naya's Everyday Essential Kit Is Now Packaged in Biomass and Mycelium
Naya's Everyday Essential Kits are now available in sustainable and recyclable packaging. The skincare brand invested in its sustainable credentials by packaging its hero kit in a 100% biodegradable gift box made from biomass and mycelium.
Mycelium is derived from mushrooms; it is the vegetable root structure of the fungi. The beauty industry has welcomed the material as it gains growing popularity as a substitute for plastic. Naya aims to encourage consumers to recycle and compost with the new packaging system. The Everyday Essential Kit is also equipped with a recyclable paper sleeve. The skincare set features its star ingredient, cacay oil, and includes the brand's Everyday Cleansing Oil, Glow Serum, Day Cream, and Face Oil.
Mycelium is derived from mushrooms; it is the vegetable root structure of the fungi. The beauty industry has welcomed the material as it gains growing popularity as a substitute for plastic. Naya aims to encourage consumers to recycle and compost with the new packaging system. The Everyday Essential Kit is also equipped with a recyclable paper sleeve. The skincare set features its star ingredient, cacay oil, and includes the brand's Everyday Cleansing Oil, Glow Serum, Day Cream, and Face Oil.
Nov 15th, 2021
Sources: cosmeticsbusiness & naya.london
Trend Themes
1. Biodegradable Packaging - Using sustainable, biodegradable materials for packaging in various industries, addressing consumer demand for eco-friendly solutions.
2. Mushroom-based Materials - Exploring alternative materials such as mycelium derived from mushrooms to replace traditional plastics in packaging and other applications for the beauty industry.
3. Compostable Skincare - Developing skincare products that are not only sustainable in their formulation, but also in their packaging, allowing consumers to compost or recycle them after use.
Industry Implications
1. Beauty and Skincare - Opportunity to innovate by developing new sustainable packaging materials and pushing for environmentally-friendly packaging across the industry.
2. Food and Beverage - Using biodegradable or compostable packaging materials to reduce plastic waste and improve overall sustainability in the food and beverage industry.
3. Home Supplies and Cleaning Products - Taking a sustainable approach to packaging in home supplies and cleaning products by exploring compostable or biodegradable packaging solutions.
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Ariana Grande's r.e.m. beauty is a Space-Inspired Brand
Post-Consumer Product Labels
These Avery Dennison Recycled Labels Suit a Variety of Needs
Engaging Collaborative Bottles
The Doja Cat LIFEWTR Bottles Unlock Digital & In-Person Activations
K-Pop Cosmetic Collabs
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Moisture-Wicking Powder Cosmetics
The Pete & Pedro Body and Balls Powder Enhances Freshness
Holiday Beauty Delivery Services
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Artful Color Cosmetics
The Monograph Portfolios by Artis Shares Luxe, High-Performance Makeup
Shimmering Plumping Cosmetics
BUXOM Launches a Lipstick & Lip Polish Duo in Its Best-selling Shade
Autumnal Lipstick Lines
The Milani Cosmetics Color Fetish Matte Lipsticks Come in Six Shades
Sustainable Fashion Resale Apps
The Sellpy App Empowers Everyone to Live Circular
In order to better meet customers wherever they are, secondhand retail platform Sellpy launched an app so that nayone can tap into the benefits of living circular.
Sellpy’s co-founder and CEO, Michael Arnör, recently announced on H&M’s website, "we are happy to offer this new touchpoint, where customers in all of our 24 markets can update their wardrobes and homes in a more sustainable way." Through H&M’s resale site, and now the app, users can search for not just pre-loved fashion for men, women and kids but also home goods, consumer electronics and shoes.
As consumers make more mindful purchases and strive to reduce their environmental footprint at home, they are turning to resale platforms that provide access to high-quality goods already in circulation.
Sellpy’s co-founder and CEO, Michael Arnör, recently announced on H&M’s website, "we are happy to offer this new touchpoint, where customers in all of our 24 markets can update their wardrobes and homes in a more sustainable way." Through H&M’s resale site, and now the app, users can search for not just pre-loved fashion for men, women and kids but also home goods, consumer electronics and shoes.
As consumers make more mindful purchases and strive to reduce their environmental footprint at home, they are turning to resale platforms that provide access to high-quality goods already in circulation.
Feb 25th, 2022
Sources: fashionunited.uk & sellpy
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Fashion Resale - Opportunity for brands to tap into the growing consumer demand for circular fashion and provide more sustainable options.
2. Secondhand Retail Apps - Opportunity to create new apps or partnerships to expand customer reach and provide convenient access to secondhand goods.
3. Circular Economy - Opportunity to embrace the circular economy model and find innovative ways to reduce waste and increase the lifespan of products.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - Retailers can incorporate resale into their business models to offer consumers sustainable options and tap into the growing demand for circular fashion.
2. Mobile App - App developers can create resale apps that bring convenience and accessibility to the secondhand market and promote a more sustainable lifestyle.
3. Consumer Electronics - Opportunity for businesses to incorporate circular principles into their product development and promote the resale and repurposing of electronic devices.
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Secondhand Clothing Collabs
Doja Cat & Poshmark Curated Goods That Remind of the Singer's Style
Vibrant Upcycled Fleece Bags
Tega Akinola's Fleece Bags are Upcycled from Branded Apparel
Secondhand Wedding Pop-Ups
Resellfridges: The Wedding Lets People Shop for Pre-Loved Pieces
Full-Service Furniture Marketplaces
Kaiyo's Instant Offer Feature Provides Instant Gratification
Curated Second-Hand Shopping Experiences
Galeries Lafayette Explores the Circular Economy Model
Secondhand Fashion Marketplaces
Nuuly Thrift is for Buying and Selling Secondhand Goods
Sustainable Marketplace Pop-Ups
Mercari's Pop-Up Educates People on the Ease of Selling Secondhand
Pre-Loved Toy Pop Ups
Selfridges is Curating a Selection of Toys with The Toy Project
Secondhand Denim Platforms
Madewell Forever Helps to Give New Life to Old Pairs of Jeans
Biodegradable Styrofoam Alternatives
Scientists Develop Sustainable, Popcorn-Based Alternative
With the ever-growing need to become eco-friendly, German scientists have developed a biodegradable Styrofoam alternative. Styrofoam is used in countless ways from structure building to product packaging. The worst part about this is Styrofoam is very far from sustainable. Popcorn is, though, and this was the basis for German scientists to find this biodegradable alternative.
The process involves using very fine corn grains that expand when exposed to pressurized steam. These grains can even be drawn from leftovers from discarded corn production. They are then mixed with a natural bonding agent and pressed into shape. The finished product looks almost identical to Styrofoam, if Styrofoam was made of corn. This material is claimed to be compostable and less flammable than Styrofoam itself, making it a much more preferable alternative.
The process involves using very fine corn grains that expand when exposed to pressurized steam. These grains can even be drawn from leftovers from discarded corn production. They are then mixed with a natural bonding agent and pressed into shape. The finished product looks almost identical to Styrofoam, if Styrofoam was made of corn. This material is claimed to be compostable and less flammable than Styrofoam itself, making it a much more preferable alternative.
Nov 22nd, 2021
Trend Themes
1. Biodegradable Packaging Trend - The development of sustainable packaging alternatives using natural and renewable materials like corn creates an opportunity for companies to align with eco-friendly values.
2. Circular Economy Trend - The use of leftover corn material to create eco-friendly packaging materials highlights the potential for a circular economy approach that maximizes resource efficiency.
3. Sustainable Materials Trend - The development of Styrofoam alternatives made from renewable materials opens up opportunities for businesses to explore new sustainable materials for their products and packaging.
Industry Implications
1. Food Packaging Industry - The biodegradable packaging made from corn could disrupt the food packaging industry by providing a more eco-friendly and sustainable alternative.
2. Construction Industry - The development of biodegradable alternatives to Styrofoam could disrupt the construction industry by allowing builders to use more eco-friendly materials in their projects.
3. Consumer Electronics Industry - The trend towards sustainable and compostable materials could disrupt the consumer electronics industry by promoting the use of eco-friendly materials in electronic device manufacturing.
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Floating Carbon-Capturing Habitats
The Conceptual Carbon Capture Refuge X Habitat is Futuristic
Zero-Waste Shopping Apps
ZeroWasteStore's Flagship App Helps Shoppers Rethink Consumption
Upcycled Waste-Made Restaurants
Lucas Munoz Designed Mo de Movimiento Using Waste Materials
Cactus-Based Vegan Handbags
PXG Introduces Sustainable Cactus Leather Handbag Collection
Sustainable Wellness Gummies
No.8, a Science-Lead Nootropic Gummy Brand, Launched Two Products
Zero-Waste Shopping Kit
BRINGiT's System Sustainably Replaces Plastic & Cotton Bags
Circular Fashion Collections
H&M's Innovation Circular Design Story Focuses on Circular Production
H&M's Innovation Circular Design Story is a fashion collection that's centered on "sustainability and joy" and it boldly embraces the future of environmentally responsible production. The collection is a testament to the way H&M is committed to more circular forms of production and it features strappy sequin dresses made of recycled polyester and fibers made from waste materials.
Another key part of the collection was the Circulator design tool, which made it possible for the H&M team to consider all stages of the production process—all H&M products will be designed using this tool by 2025.
To offer a look at its newest collection, H&M teamed up with Normani, Gigi Hadid and Kaia Gerber. With photographer Rafael Pavarotti, H&M captured the mood of "just before the party starts" to convey a sense of optimism and freedom.
Another key part of the collection was the Circulator design tool, which made it possible for the H&M team to consider all stages of the production process—all H&M products will be designed using this tool by 2025.
To offer a look at its newest collection, H&M teamed up with Normani, Gigi Hadid and Kaia Gerber. With photographer Rafael Pavarotti, H&M captured the mood of "just before the party starts" to convey a sense of optimism and freedom.
Nov 27th, 2021
Sources: fashionunited.uk & about.hm
Trend Themes
1. Circular Fashion - H&M's circular production collection highlights the trend of circular fashion in the fashion industry.
2. Sustainable Fashion - H&M's innovation circular design story emphasizes the importance of sustainability in fashion.
3. Design Tools in Fashion - The Circulator design tool from H&M drives the trend of design tools being used in the fashion industry.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - The circular fashion collection from H&M has disruptive innovation opportunities for the fashion industry to shift towards more sustainable and circular forms of production.
2. Technology Industry - Design tools like the Circulator from H&M provide disruptive innovation opportunities for the technology industry to create more sustainable and environmentally responsible production processes.
3. Photography Industry - H&M's collaboration with photographers like Rafael Pavarotti presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the photography industry to capture the mood of sustainable fashion campaigns that prioritize environmental responsibility.
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Blockchain-Based Fashion Rentals
H&M Mitte Garten and lablaco Launch IoT Clothing Rental Service
Circular Denim Collections
Primark & The Jeans Redesign Created New Jeans from Recycled Materials
Upcycle-Focused Fashion Pop-Ups
Madewell and ThredUP Have Partnered to Launch 'A Circular Store'
Sustainable Fashion Marketplaces
Dayrize Helps Consumers Make Informed Purchasing Decisions
Circular Fashion Partnerships
Thrift+ Partners with FatFace to Launch 'Preloved. Reloved' Store
C2C Fashion Resale Platforms
H&M Canada's H&M Rewear Gives New Life to Favorite Styles
Eco Wardrobe Management Apps
Save Your Wardrobe Supports a Mindful Approach to Fashion
Loan-to-Own Circular Clothing
Cucumber Clothing's Loan-to-Own Initiative Reduces Waste
Recycled Glass Gin Bottles
Gordon’s Gin Unveiled a New Eco-Focused Glass Bottle Design
Gordon’s gin has announced a new change to its packaging that will be rolled out on a global scale to help keep it relevant for today's consumers by incorporating a sustainability ethos. The brand's signature bottle will now be made from up to 85% recycled glass, while still highlighting the brand's signature font, Royal Warrant seal and recognizable boar's head. The new packaging update comes as part of the brand's shift towards enhanced sustainability now and into the future.
Global Head of Gordon's Gin Mark Jarman spoke on the new packaging update saying, "We are incredibly proud to launch the latest fresh and stylish design for Gordon’s gin, which builds on our rich history and familiarity whilst highlighting the taste cues and making the bottle even more attractive. On top of the eye-catching aesthetics, this bottle is also part of our journey towards our wider sustainability targets, ensuring all packaging is widely recyclable by 2030. So, we are incredibly proud of this latest development.”
Global Head of Gordon's Gin Mark Jarman spoke on the new packaging update saying, "We are incredibly proud to launch the latest fresh and stylish design for Gordon’s gin, which builds on our rich history and familiarity whilst highlighting the taste cues and making the bottle even more attractive. On top of the eye-catching aesthetics, this bottle is also part of our journey towards our wider sustainability targets, ensuring all packaging is widely recyclable by 2030. So, we are incredibly proud of this latest development.”
Nov 16th, 2021
Sources: conveniencestore & gordonsgin
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Packaging Design - The use of eco-friendly packaging made from recycled materials presents an opportunity for sustainable innovation in the packaging industry.
2. Brand Sustainability Targets - Brands setting and achieving sustainability targets can create a competitive advantage and appeal to environmentally conscious consumers.
3. Widespread Adoption of Recycled Glass - The increasing adoption of recycled glass as a material for packaging presents an opportunity for innovation in the glass manufacturing industry.
Industry Implications
1. Beverage Industry - There is an opportunity for beverage companies to shift towards more sustainable packaging to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers and meet sustainability targets.
2. Packaging Industry - The use of recycled materials in packaging design presents an opportunity for innovation in the packaging industry.
3. Glass Manufacturing Industry - The increasing adoption of recycled glass as a material for packaging presents an opportunity for innovation in the glass manufacturing industry.
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Nostalgic VR Advertisments
Pepsi VR is a Pop-Up Marketing Booth at the Super Bowl LII
Canned Alcohol-Free Cocktails
Gordon’s 0.0% and Tonic is Ready to Enjoy Right from the Can
Alcohol-Free Gin Alternatives
Gordon’s 0.0% is Being Launched in the UK
Delay-Inspired Drink Promotions
Gordon's Gin Offers Free Gin and Tonic to Delayed Train Passengers
Premixed Low-ABV Cocktails
The Gordon's Ultra Low Alcohol G&T Flavored Drinks are Restrictive
Premium Canned Cocktail Refreshments
These New Premix Cocktails from Diageo Come in Two Options
Pay-What-You-Can Restaurants
Jagger Gordon's Soup Bar is Dedicated to Eliminating Food Waste
Knowledge-Focused Spirit Labels
Diageo Has Unveiled Health Warning Labels for Several Brands
Citrusy Mediterranean-Inspired Gins
The Gordon’s Sicilian Lemon Distilled Gin is Aromatic
Ultra-Durable Reusable Utensils
The Ti-Ultra êkö SporKit is Crafted From Pure Titanium
The Ti-Ultra êkö SporKit spork utensil kit is a reusable cutlery accessory for those seeking to eliminate single-use alternatives from their lifestyle in favor of an infinitely reusable option. The utensil kit is achieved using CP1 titanium, which gives it a lightweight profile that is also antimicrobial, hypoallergenic, anti-corrosive and virtually indestructible with daily use. This gives the utensils an aesthetic that will last multiple lifetimes to make them ideal for delivering continuous use year after year.
The Ti-Ultra êkö SporKit spork utensil kit is compact and makes use of an extending handle that can be slid in when not in use to highlight increased portability. This also allows the utensils to fit neatly into an accompanying fabric carrying sleeve.
The Ti-Ultra êkö SporKit spork utensil kit is compact and makes use of an extending handle that can be slid in when not in use to highlight increased portability. This also allows the utensils to fit neatly into an accompanying fabric carrying sleeve.
Nov 22nd, 2021
Sources: yankodesign & kickstarter
Trend Themes
1. Reusable Utensils - Opportunity for companies to develop ultra-durable and eco-friendly single-use alternatives.
2. Pure Titanium Products - Opportunity for businesses to incorporate titanium's unique properties into their products for increased durability and longevity.
3. Antimicrobial Products - Opportunity for businesses to meet consumer demand for hygiene-conscious products by incorporating antimicrobial qualities into their offerings.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Opportunity for restaurants and cafes to reduce environmental footprint by offering reusable utensils and cutlery to customers.
2. Outdoor and Adventure - Opportunity for companies to create durable and portable utensils and accessories for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers.
3. Health and Wellness - Opportunity for businesses to incorporate antimicrobial properties into wellness products such as yoga mats, fitness equipment, and personal care items.
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On-the-Go Bamboo Utensils
Bambu’s eat/drink tool kit is lightweight and durable
Seven-in-One Grilling Utensils
The TNK Stingray BBQ Multi-Tool Has a Stainless Steel Construction
Titanium Camping Utensils
The James Brand and Roark Deliver Military-Grade Meal Prep Kit
Playful Millennial Professional Backpacks
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Multifunctional Magnetic Utensils
The 'One Plus Three' Cutlery Breaks Apart to Become Chopsticks
Titanium Utensil Skill Toys
'ChopChucks' Function as a Utensil and a Pocket-Sized Toy
Machined Metallic Writing Utensils
The Nomad Pen Has a Solid Metal Body for a Weighted Feel
Hand-Forged Grilling Tool Kits
The Filson Grilling Tool Set is Limited-Edition
Refillable Eco Hand Soaps
HAAN Recently Expanded its Portfolio with its First Hand Soap Line
HAAN, “the affordable luxury care brand that is committed to fighting against the Water Crisis,” recently expanded its portfolio with the launch of a new refillable hand soap collection. The new HAAN refillable hand soaps feature an innovative cleaning product packaging design that meets the demand for products that reduced plastic waste.
The refillable Hand Soap collection is available in three refreshing scents: Purifying Verbena, Margarita Spirit, and Sunset Fleur. HAAN's refillable hand soap is created from a premium gel formula and aloe vera that leave hands feeling refreshed, replenished, and hydrated. To refill the soap, HAAN offers a Refill Pouch in all three scents -- helping to reduce the ecological impact of hygiene products.
The refillable Hand Soap collection is available in three refreshing scents: Purifying Verbena, Margarita Spirit, and Sunset Fleur. HAAN's refillable hand soap is created from a premium gel formula and aloe vera that leave hands feeling refreshed, replenished, and hydrated. To refill the soap, HAAN offers a Refill Pouch in all three scents -- helping to reduce the ecological impact of hygiene products.
Nov 25th, 2021
Trend Themes
1. Refillable Hand Soaps - The trend of refillable hand soaps is disrupting the hygiene product industry and offering new sustainable opportunities for packaging design and formulations.
2. Reduced Plastic Waste - The trend of reducing plastic waste in consumer products is disrupting the packaging industry and offering new sustainable opportunities for materials innovation and circular economy models.
3. Affordable Luxury Care - The trend of affordable luxury care brands is disrupting the beauty and personal care industry and offering new opportunities for accessible and inclusive premium branding and marketing strategies.
Industry Implications
1. Hygiene Products - The hygiene product industry could benefit from refillable hand soap products by leveraging packaging design and formulations to meet increasing consumer demands for sustainable and eco-friendly products.
2. Packaging - The packaging industry could benefit from reduced plastic waste trends by innovating new materials and circular economy models to meet increasing demands for eco-friendly and sustainable packaging solutions.
3. Beauty and Personal Care - The beauty and personal care industry could benefit from affordable luxury care brands by developing accessible and inclusive premium branding and marketing strategies to meet increasing consumer demands for high-quality yet affordable products.
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Pocket-Sized Collapsible Mugs
The hug Collapsible Mug Has Impressive Double Walled Insulation
Wearable Mini Air Purifiers
The Quair Plasma Mini Wearable Air Purifier is Compact Yet Powerful
Handheld Light Therapy Devices
The TOUCHBeauty REVIVE Uses EMS, RF and LED Technologies
All-in-One Health Tracker Hubs
The 'Aware' Domestic Health Kit Tracks for COVID-19 Symptoms
Line-Smoothing Face Gels
Solvasa's Crystal Blue Smoothing Gel Combats the Signs of Aging
High-End Portable Speakers
Devialet Unveils Limited Edition Phantom II Speaker in 'Sage Green'
Premium Insect Protein Treats
Bernie’s Tender Medallions are Larvae-Powered Protein Dog Treats
Microbiome-Soothing Serums
Tatcha's Indigo Overnight Repair Helps to Awaken Healthy-Looking Skin
Sun-Inspired Makeup Collections
Tom Ford Beauty's Soleil Collection is Now Available
Vegan Sustainable Luxury Shoes
Luxury Fashion Brand 'Louis Vuitton' Debuts Vegan Luxury Shoe
Louis Vuitton enters the vegan apparel market with its first sustainable luxury shoe.
Named 'The Charlie,' this shoe is made out of entirely recycled or sustainable materials. The upper of The Charlie is made out of vegan corn leather. This is a fully sustainable vegetable fiber base for the largest part of the shoe. The rest of The Charlie follows this sustainable goal by being made out of recycled rubber, fibers, and waste.
The Charlie is a white shoe with black and brown accents. The shoe features the Louis Vuitton logo in black on the side and the famous brown and gold Louis Vuitton pattern on the heel. The Charlie is available in high-top and low-top variations that both retail over $1,000, so this shoe is definitely a luxury pursuit for those interested in the highest end of shoe fashion.
Named 'The Charlie,' this shoe is made out of entirely recycled or sustainable materials. The upper of The Charlie is made out of vegan corn leather. This is a fully sustainable vegetable fiber base for the largest part of the shoe. The rest of The Charlie follows this sustainable goal by being made out of recycled rubber, fibers, and waste.
The Charlie is a white shoe with black and brown accents. The shoe features the Louis Vuitton logo in black on the side and the famous brown and gold Louis Vuitton pattern on the heel. The Charlie is available in high-top and low-top variations that both retail over $1,000, so this shoe is definitely a luxury pursuit for those interested in the highest end of shoe fashion.
Nov 19th, 2021
Sources: vegnews & ca.louisvuitton
Trend Themes
1. Vegan Luxury Fashion - Veganism can be a new standard for sustainable fashion by utilizing alternative yet luxurious materials.
2. Sustainable Materials - More sustainable materials can be explored in luxury fashion to produce elegant yet earth-friendly products.
3. Recycling in Luxury Fashion - Large fashion brands can set an example for recycling and repurposing waste materials by incorporating them into their luxury products.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - Fashion brands can shift towards a more sustainable and eco-friendly approach to meet the growing demand for a greener future.
2. Luxury Goods Industry - The luxury goods industry can expand on its offerings by incorporating vegan and sustainable materials into high-end products.
3. Circular Economy Industry - By promoting circular economy practices, companies can reduce the demand for new materials and boost sustainability in the fashion industry.
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Post-Workout Relaxation Footwear
The HOKA Ora 2 Recovery Shoe is Ideal for Leisure Wear
Pop Art Sneaker Collections
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Indigenous-Inspired Streetwear Sneakers
Pharrell and adidas Unveil the Humanrace Sičhona in Black
Vintage Hi-Top Cozy Sneakers
Nike Launches New Tonal Iterations of the Dunk High Retro NN
Sustainable Recyclables Made Sneakers
Nike Delivers a New Sustainable Free Terra Vista Sneaker
Asymmetric Branded Soled Sneakers
NEEDLES Introduces the New Asymmetric Ghillie Sneakers
Purple-Toned Retro Sneakers
New Balance Set to Drop 'Purple/Silver Metallic' Version of the 992
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