Many small businesses have difficulty finding sustainable packaging that is aligned with their environmental goals.

In this three-part workshop participants will recieve guidance on how to choose sustainable materials, engage with responsible suppliers and communicate their approach to customers.

Workshop participants will recieve access to bonus content and benefits from Regenerative Waste Labs valued at $300. These include:

• 30-min ‘Design for Recovery' consultation session
• Resources, checklists and guidelines to choose between products
• Product supplier lists
• Discounts on consultation and testing packages

Workshops run over three consecutive weeks. New cohorts begin every three months.

Week One: Goals, roles and responsibilites in a sustainable supply chain

In a sustainable supply chain, each stakeholder plays a specific role and at the same time, is part of a bigger network of producers, suppliers and consumers. The goal of this workshop is to highlight the interconnectivity and relationships between different stakeholders.

Learning Outcomes

• Understanding the 3 core principles of a sustainable supply chain
• Identifying your role and responsibilities within the supply chain
• Applying sustainable supply chain principles to your product and business operations

Week Two: Design and procurement of sustainable products and packaging

Many businesses have difficulty finding sustainable packaging that is aligned with their environmental goals. In this workshop we will explore checklists and guidelines for choosing and sourcing packaging.

Learning outcomes

• Evaluating end-of-life options
• Matching end-of-life with appropriate materials
• Understanding biodegradation terms, symbols and messaging

Week Three: Communicating your product's waste management strategy

Current waste management systems are designed for only certain types of materials, leaving the customers responsible for choosing where products end up. This workshop covers how to design a waste management strategy for your product and effectively communicating these considerations to your customers.

Learning outcomes

• Understanding current waste management systems
• Determining the best waste management strategy for your product
• Communicating waste management strategies to your customers

FAQ

Who is facilitating this workshop?

Regenerative Waste Labs is a trusted and transparent product end-of-life testing company. We help you to use and create truly sustainable products through our Above and Beyond testing and Begin-at-the-End consulting. Our team will guide you throughout the product development process: preliminary research, design, production, certification and end-of-life. We present scientific information and data in a straight forward and easy to understand format. No complex jargon. No confusion. Think ahead and reach out to the Waste Labs team for a consultation today.

Dr. Love-Ese Chile is a Technical Director at Regenerative Waste Labs. She is a nationally recognized expert in the biomaterial and circular economy fields. Alongside her team of researchers and analysts, Dr. Chile has designed this essential workshop to support businesses in designing, procuring, and managing sustainable products and packaging.

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is intended for Canadian businesses who are seeking to incorporate sustainable products and packaging into their operations, and those who are currently using sustainable products and packaging.

How many people from my business can attend the workshop?

Up to two people from one company can attend the workshop for one ticket cost.

What sort of content will be provided?

Content will be delivered through presentations, break-out sessions, and guided activities. We aim to make the workshop both hands-on and engaging. All the information covered in the workshops will be available to participants after completion of the three-part series.

Do I need to attend all three workshops?

Yes. Creating sustainable products and packaging requires more than just purchasing the right material, participants will also need to rethink the way their products are delivered into the marketplace. This workshop series will empower participants with the knowledge they need to design, procure, and manage sustainable products and packaging so it is important for participants attend all three workshops in sequence.

What if I can’t attend all three workshops?

Regenerative Waste Labs will be delivering this workshop series throughout 2021. If you are unable to attend one of the workshops in this round, check their website to see the full workshop schedule.