How can companies incorporate climate change into their product development process?

CSR has to be embedded in the business processes of the company and be treated as a responsibility and not a act of giving. In a growing economy like India even small CSR steps that improves health, education, sanitation and promotes girl education can immensely Enhance stakeholders value.

Well said Sir, CSR is still an obligation to most of the Companies,who are in the rat race of booking 2% and the law also monitors on spends.

CSR & EIA are an essential part of good business. They both can add value to all areas of business from profits to retention and recruit as well as being impactful for and for people and planet.

Tools that help businesses identify and mitigate risks and assess the environmental impact of products and services are critical to success and they should be embedded into processes across the business. It's a 'business as usual' scenario and whilst it helps businesses comply with environmental regulations, improve their reputation, and reduce their risks, CSR should go much further. A business with true purpose does those things as standard but goes above and beyond those metrics to create programmes and initiatives they can really shout about. Consumers and employees respond to businesses that do more than they're required to under legislation. EIA is an important tool for the bedrock of business but we should always strive to go beyond.

Adequate EIA should be done, this would give a likely effect the product would have on the environment. Also, circularity should be a key aspect of the business, valorisation should be carried out as much as possible

I see the importance of embedding Design for the Environment Principles being most relevant here. When teams have structure on examining the environmental impact or environmental benefits of their products I've seen them more successfully ideate with climate and the environment in mind.

I believe the first step is to make sure the company can measure and dramatically reduce or abate GHG emissions arising from the production process. Other environmental and social aspects related to the production phase should also be addressed: water quality impacts, responsible sourcing, human rights, biodiversity, health and safety, energy consumption, etc. Once you can prove (ideally with a 3rd party review) you have done that, the company must be clear about the use of the new product. Is it recyclable? Will it cause additional impacts or address climate change and other sustainability related issues? What kinds of problems the product is trying to address? Looking into industry specific global standards is usually helpful.

Make sure your plant is equipped with both heating and air-conditioning. In more moderate climates, big ass fans alone may suffice. That will pretty much do it.

By conducting an environmental impact assessment, setting clear sustainability goals, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Incorporate user education, innovation for climate solutions, and establish a feedback loop for continuous evaluation and improvement.

Ensuring adherence to sustainability and responsibility aspects of the product and production process is critically important. Compliance to environmental and social guidelines are helpful in following: 1. It helps in creating a good impact among customers as well as other stakeholders including share holders 2. It helps in expanding the business. There are some customers/ clients who specifically searches for sustainable and environment- friendly products So, assessing and addressing the environmental impact of the product design and production process is very important

L'intégration de l'Analyse du Cycle de Vie (ACV) avec l'analyse de la valeur durant la conception produit est cruciale pour équilibrer économie et écologie. Plut?t que de mener ces analyses en parallèle, leur fusion permet un arbitrage juste entre aspects économiques et environnementaux, tout en répondant aux attentes des consommateurs.

Assessing the environmental impact of product design involves conducting a life cycle assessment, evaluating energy consumption, choosing ecofriendly materials and manufacturing processes, utilizing impact assessment tools, and engaging stakeholders to ensure sustainable practices etc

Face à l'évolution du climat, les entreprises doivent adapter les tests de leurs produits pour garantir durabilité et réparabilité. Les conditions climatiques extrêmes et changeantes influencent fortement l'utilisation et la longévité des produits. Lors des tests, il est essentiel de simuler ces conditions futures pour évaluer la résistance des produits aux températures extrêmes, à l'humidité accrue, ou aux événements climatiques intenses. En intégrant ces paramètres, les entreprises peuvent anticiper les besoins en réparabilité et en durabilité, assurant ainsi des produits adaptés aux défis de demain

A thorough testing and sharing of information regarding the following need to be done on a strategic manner: 1. The process of production should avoid activities contributing to or causing climate change 2. The supply chain also adheres to climate change adaptive activities 3. The product in itself should become nature friendly and proper certifications on these aspects need to be ensured

Communicating the climate benefits of product launch is slightly challenging but important. 1. Information regarding the sustainability or climate- friendly nature of the product is critically important in gaining competitive edge over other players in the market. This specific quality needs to be highlighted in the product label, external communications 2. Collecting certification on the product quality that confirms the sustainable nature of business need to be collected and mentioned in communications or promotional materials

Communicating the environmental benefits of a product can sometimes be a challenge. As many environmental options are more expensive; it's crucial to inform the customer of the added value. The best way to do this is by showing a comparison to a standard product and illustrating the savings; this may be in terms of energy, water, diverting waste from landfill or saving raw materials. It is then critical to communicate the saving in a way that the consumer understands; such as water as olympic swimming pools, energy as length of time to power a lightbulb, trees for wood etc. Communicating savings effectively to consumers can be the difference between your product selling vs. a competitors.

While no singular way exists, effective communication of a product's climate benefits can be achieved through the following actions: -Highlight Sustainability Features: Emphasize eco-friendly aspects, like recycled materials, energy efficiency, and reduced carbon footprint. -Quantify Environmental Impact: Use data and metrics to showcase specific reductions in emissions, resource usage, or waste, providing tangible evidence of positive environmental effects. -Clear Messaging: Develop concise, clear messaging emphasizing the product's role in combating climate change, ensuring easy understanding for consumers. -Engage in Transparency: Share transparent information about the product's development...

Circularity can be promoted by locating recyclable materials and by creating products through "second life" applications. For instance, re-production dramatically reduces energy consumption and carbon emissions since it uses a lot less energy than extraction of raw materials used to make a product. Secondary materials will eventually be less expensive in the short-run than primary materials as the circular-value-chain reaches optimisation. Nonetheless, designing with circularity could be difficult. Throughout an engineered product's life cycle, multiple suppliers are involved, necessitating cooperation between businesses in order to create an effective circular design.

As someone who has gone from managing CSR programmes in large corporate companies to running a small business, I've been struck by how little support and guidance there is for those companies where things like full ESG integration, B-Corp status, etc isn't relevant or achievable due to their size and scale. There's a real gap here yet small businesses contribute a significant amount to GDP. They can't afford expensive consultants or elaborate tracking software and reporting mechanisms, yet they want to make their contributions and be recognised for it.

When designing a product, think about end of line. If it is something that ends up in a landfill, cannot be recycled or reused, pollutes air and water when breaking down then re-think the development. Material circularity is key, then comes supply chain sustainability etc.

Encourage your product development team to explore alternatives that have a lower carbon footprint, reduced energy consumption, and are environmentally friendly. This can involve using recycled materials, adopting renewable energy sources in manufacturing, or designing products that are easily recyclable or biodegradable. Embracing innovative, sustainable solutions from the outset can contribute significantly to climate-conscious product development.

Sourcing of raw materials and suppliers who chooses sustainable ingredients in creating their products for you to then make your own product is the optimal way.