Key Deadlines & How Emerger Strategies Can Help Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws are reshaping the packaging landscape in the United States, putting more responsibility on brands to manage the lifecycle of their products and packaging. These laws aim to reduce waste and environmental impact by requiring producers (brands) to finance the collection, recycling, and…
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What Brands Need to Know About The Climate Label
And How Emerger Strategies Can Guide Your Brand to Certification In today’s marketplace, sustainability certifications are becoming more critical for brands aiming to demonstrate their social & environmental commitment and meet the increasing number of sustainability-related regulations, demand from retailers, as well as the growing consumer demand for transparency. As a result, The Change Climate…
2 Essential Questions Every Brand Should be Asking Themselves in 2025
Helping Retailers and Consumers Achieve their Sustainability Goals In today’s marketplace, brands face increasing pressure to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability. This pressure often stems from both upstream and downstream demands: big-box retailers, such as REI, Walmart, and Target are implementing ambitious sustainability goals, and consumers are seeking products that align with their values and…
Meeting the Product Impact Standards: REI’s Sustainability Expectations for Brands
As sustainability takes center stage in the business world, outdoor retail giant REI is setting a bold example by requiring its brand partners to align with comprehensive sustainability expectations. REI’s Product Impact Standards provide a roadmap for brands to enhance their environmental and social responsibility while meeting the needs of consumers who are increasingly supporting…
15 Questions Brands Must Answer to Sell to Walmart: A Guide to Navigating Supplier Sustainability Assessments
In today’s marketplace, sustainability isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a must-have, especially for brands looking to partner with big-box retailers like Walmart. With increasing pressure from consumers and regulators, Walmart has been at the forefront of integrating sustainability into its supply chain, that started with its Supplier Sustainability Assessment, which as created in 2009. Walmart’s 2009…
Navigating the Rise of Sustainability Regulations in the U.S.: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
The regulatory landscape in the United States is evolving rapidly as lawmakers respond to growing concerns about climate change, chemical contamination, and resource management. Key developments in climate-related rules, PFAS regulation, and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) are transforming the way businesses operate, with significant implications across industries. Here’s what you need to know about these…
