Products that are manufactured using three dimensional printing techniques.

A post-purchase service that enables customers to repair and restore an item and extend its lifespan. Aftercare can also refer to a set of instructions provided by a brand to advise customers on how to care for a product.

An initiative or process that minimises air pollution.

Refers to Algae-based products and solutions.

A product or process that is entirely derived from nature with no synthetic inputs.

The movement towards minimal or zero packaging to eliminate waste.

A reference to the revival of a product format or consumption model that existed in the past, such as traditional milk rounds. 

Using biological processes and/or living organisms to create a product.

A practice or process that increases the variety of animals, plants, and microorganisms in an ecosystem.

Refers to Moulded Fibre packaging products.

A construction that incorporates sustainable materials and practices.

Products that use cans as packaging.

A set of practices whereby carbon dioxide is captured from industrial processes to reduce emissions and combat climate change. A brand may transform this carbon into a useful resource such as ethanol. 

A reference to production practices that minimise carbon emissions.

Refers to a product made from Cellulose.

A systems change that is tackling a problem at its source, or a new way of providing a product or service that changes the way consumers buy, interact with and dispose of products. 

A model of production and consumption designed to make use of existing materials and products for as long as possible.

An initiative, technology, building or product that is designed with the limitations of the climate crisis in mind. These innovations are created to fare better in and adapt to our changing climate, from increasing temperatures to extreme droughts or flooding. 

A collaborative effort between two or more parties, joining forces to share resources and solve a problem or make a product more efficiently. Co-solving banishes the concept of competition and encourages open-sourcing ideas, solutions and processes to move everyone towards a better future together. It can involve brands, policymakers, supply chain partners, artisans, and more.

A product formulation designed with less or no water to minimise packaging. Concentrated formulas can be solid or powdered in form and are typically diluted and activated by adding water at the point of use.

A product that has not been tested on animals or doesn't involve the exploitation of animals in its development and production.

A product made from leftover or surplus materials that have not been used and would otherwise go to waste. This is often pre-consumer waste sourced from a brand's supply chain. 

A product that is designed to break down into its original components and harmlessly return to the earth as valuable nutrients at the end of its useful life.

An initiative that encourages customers to recycle packaging containers; consumers pay a deposit fee upon purchase and are refunded once the empty packaging is returned at a designated recycling point. More advanced DRS schemes facilitate the reuse of packaging by collecting, cleaning and redistributing it to brands to refill. 

A spotlight on global and local design competitions that champion better design.

A product that can be deconstructed to separate its parts, enabling repairs, component replacement, or end-of-life recycling.

A product or packaging material that is designed to be eaten to eliminate waste. Edible solutions are also inherently biodegradable and will break down harmlessly if discarded.

A packaging model that delivers single-dose portions of product for on-demand consumption.

A policy that encourages businesses to take responsibility for the entire life cycle of their products to minimise their impact on the environment. EPR has a particular focus on the end of life of a product and what happens to it when a consumer disposes of it. 

Refers to a farmer who uses vertical farming methods to produce food and crops.

A reference to a product or process that involves fermentation, a chemical reaction carried out by microorganisms through the use of enzymes.

A product or practice that makes use of otherwise discarded food to minimise waste, or helps to stop food from being wasted in the first place. 

A product that is made from funga materials.

A reference to the growing trend in the fashion industry whereby animal fur is not used to demonstrate a commitment to animal welfare.

A reference to human health implications related to a material or process, such as the toxicity of plastic.

A design concept that involves growing a product from scratch once a customer order has been placed to avoid surplus stock and waste.

A lifetime warranty offered by manufacturers to consumers at no additional cost to repair or replace faulty products or their components. It can also refer to a product that is designed to last a certain amount of time, often longer than the average product. 

Refers to Hemp-based products.

Refers to a product or practice that makes use of locally sourced materials and labour to minimise environmental impact and bolster the local economy.

A refillable and reusable packaging container designed for lifetime use. Keepsake packs are often visually valuable, encouraging their reuse and display. 

The influence of political policy and legislation to drive meaningful change in an industry.

The process of designing a lighter iteration of a product by minimising the amount of material used while maintaining its durability and functionality.

A reference to the emerging world of virtual reality in which businesses and consumers interact with computer-generated creations.

A design principle that considers the individual components, or modules, of a product so that they can be separated easily to facilitate repairs or component replacements. By designing for modularity, the product can be kept in use for longer.

A scientific discipline within the food industry that uses science and tech-based approaches to food production.

A design principle that uses one material to make an entire product, rather than combining a number of different materials, to facilitate recycling.

A reference to the versatility and potential of Mycelium, a mushroom's rooting system, to offer alternative solutions to plastic.

Refers to the provision of beneficial chemical substances found in nature, such as plant ingredients, that are necessary for human, animal, and environmental health. Nutrient-based materials are derived from these nutrients, and return as nutrients for the soil at the end of their life. 

An item of breaking news or a significant research finding that has been recently published.

A consumption model or service that allows customers to access a product as and required. On demand manufacturing reduces the creation of stock that will go unsold, ensuring only that which is needed is made. 

A Paper-based innovation.

Highlighting the ability of plants to provide the resources needed to produce non-toxic products without relying on fossil fuels.

Refers to the 2022 Plastic Free Pint campaign by A Plastic Planet, seeking to ban single-use plastic pint cups.

Household waste material that has been used by the end consumer and discarded. This waste stream will either be recycled and reused, incinerated, or sent to landfill. Products made from this waste are spotlighted here. 

A practice or product that seeks to protect a cultural or ancient craft.

A reference to farming practices that protect or restore soil health and fertility. Products and brands that actively give back to the soil are key. 

Refers to the measurable or published outcomes of an initiative, scheme or product.

Packaging solutions that can be refilled and reused, as well as the systems that facilitate this. 

A context-dependent practice that achieves a net positive outcome for a community or the environment.

A reference to the growing movement to phase out the fossil fuel industry due to the toxic emissions generated by it that are driving climate change.

Refers to the emergence of rental models in a number of industries, whereby consumers can rent items rather than owning them to maximise usage.

A new consumption model or an improvement in a technology or service provided by a retailer to its customers. This could include in-store designs and features. 

A circular economy principle that involves making modifications to existing products and buildings to improve their performance and minimise the need for newly manufactured goods.

Custom packaging solutions that are designed to efficiently fit a product, eliminating unnecessary packaging materials and the shipping of air. 

A policy or scheme that recognises a consumer's legal right to have goods they own repaired by the manufacturer or affiliated entity. 

Refers to a garment or collection that has launched during a fashion week or event. 

A practice that prioritises the health and safety of people and the planet.

A fashion innovation made using reclaimed textiles or garments, saving them from landfill.

Refers to products that feature Seaweed.

A business or service provided to consumers that repurposes, renews, or resells products that have already been purchased and used.

An emerging movement within the fashion industry that advocates for a 'slow' approach to production and an awareness of the resources required to make garments. It focuses on season-neutral and high-quality designs that can be worn over a long period of time, reducing overall consumption.

Refers to a subscription-based model of consumption whereby consumers pay a weekly, monthly, or yearly fee to receive a product delivery or access a service.

A technology that is being used to deliver a positive outcome for the environment or a community.

Transit packaging designed for the protection, handling, and transportation of manufactured goods in bulk, such as pallets and shrink wrap.

The ability to trace the entire life cycle of a textile or every component of a garment, usually through digital tagging. 

A system of consumption promoting the reuse of packaging containers; consumers buy a product off the shelf as normal, return it when empty at a drop-off point nearby and are refunded a deposit to spend on a new, prefilled product. Meanwhile, the deposited pack is picked up and cleaned by a third-party service, then redistributed to brands to refill and restock.  

The revival of reuse models of consumption, whereby products and packaging are kept in use.

A reference to the global movement to phase out plastic use due to environmental and health concerns.

Refers to a brand's decision to disclose information about its values, products, and operations to educate and build trust among its consumers and stakeholders.

A movement within the fashion industry to create styles that can be worn across seasons to encourage consumers to shop less and get more wear out of their garments.

An innovation that transforms waste materials, by-products, or discarded items into new, higher value products.

The practice of growing crops in stacked trays or pipes in a controlled indoor environment to maximise crop yield in a small space.

A new category of solid or powdered cosmetic products that minimise packaging and can be activated at home with water. Formulas contain little-to-no water, extending the shelf life and mitigating the risk of bacteria growth.