Haley Seiberlich
Sustainable Packaging
June 12, 2023
Haley Seiberlich
Are you looking for ways to make more sustainable decisions in your packaging line? In this course, you’re going to get a solid foundation in sustainable design thinking- the tools and resources you can apply today to make better decisions right from the beginning. You will also learn ways to assess your current processes with the intent to reduce any environmental footprint you may already have. We will cover LCA, Cradle to Grave vs. Cradle to Cradle, energy sourcing, design optimization and effective recovering. Consideration of the 3Ps (people, planet and profit) are absolutely essential in crafting a convincing sustainable strategy.
Skills / Knowledge
- Define sustainability as it relates to packaging, and sort through the perceptions vs. the realities of sustainable packaging.
- Overview sustainability across the supply chain from beginning concept to end of life or rebirth.
- Evaluate the sustainability of standard packaging substrates and also the growing trend with alternative materials.
- Understand the steps a company should take to assess their own environmental footprint and how to implement changes for the better.
- Grasp guidelines and regulations established for sustainability in packaging design.
- Apply sustainable principles to real-world case studies.
Issued on
June 12, 2023
Expires on
Does not expire