Sustainability and Environment Issues in the Design Industry

Many firms are learning that being environmentally friendly and sustainable has numerous benefits. (O.C Ferrell, Fraedrich, Ferrell, 2015). This could enable them to increase goodwill from various stakeholders and also save money in the long term. This will mean that they are being more efficient and less wasteful of resources, which will enable them to be more competitive by satisfying stakeholders. The CEO of

The purpose of this paper is to compare the sustainability practices of two companies in the same industry. The two companies chosen for comparison are The Hershey Company and Coca-Cola Enterprises, both of which are in the consumer staples industry. These two corporations are ranked sixth and eighth, respectively, on the Newsweek Top Green Companies in the U.S 2015. They have taken pride in creating sustainable product designs, having environmentally sustainable processes and supply chain management.

Nordstrom has continued to improve their dedication to the environment, steps such as: reducing carbon dioxide released into the air, using organic cottons and investing time and money into the discovery of more sustainable fabric clarification. Although many of these steps may seem like obvious choices so many large companies are still struggling to make the leap nordstrom has shown in these areas. The hunt for more sustainable fabrics is in hopes to lower the unlawfully logged forests and continue to encourage other brands, which they outsource from to be aware of how and where their fabric materials are made. The ethical decision to improve their own environmental practices and inspire other brands to do the same shows they care about the recent changes in society and are willing to form to these

This is an upsetting topic but everyone should be aware of animals being used when purchasing a product. Some products say – no animal testing involved in its development. Product testing is commonly performed on animals in order to measure the effects of the substances used in the making of cosmetics. In performing these tests, substances are placed in the eyes of conscious rabbits to assess damage to sensitive eye tissues. This is very painful for the rabbits, who often scream when the substances are applied and sometimes break their necks or backs trying to escape the restraints.

I know what you’re thinking, because it's exactly what I thought: ‘How does fashion have anything to do with sustainability?’ It's easy to think that your sustainable just by putting your food scraps in the compost or recycling your plastics, but in reality it goes much further than that. It’s true that sustainability starts in the home but, all too often it slips our mind the impact our clothing has on the environment.

Not all makeup brands test their products on animals but 30 companies do in the US.

For Reformation, sustainability is the core of their business, and it is implemented in every level, even though the fashion industry is the third most polluting in the world, this business attempts to do things right by leaving a green footprint. Reformation is actually living up to its mission, “ to lead and inspire a sustainable way to be fashionable.” A clear example of the sustainability in Reformation is that they are a certified B Corp (Benefit Corporation); this means that they use their power as a business to solve environmental and social issues, and it meets rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, responsibility, and transparency. Some of the company highlights in terms of environment is that it has a written

Research also suggests that the company conducts its own research and development, designing, manufacturing and merchandising of sales (Pongtratic, 2007). All this, done through retail, catalogs and web-based for both adult and children that wear outdoor clothing and use other outdoor goods (Pongtratic, 2007). There are many key specifics and critical matters presentenced in this case study. However, one of the most important key fact and critical issue gleaned is that Chouinard, his wife and business partner Malinda vowed to establish a business on their own terms that offered environmental preservation above all else (Ferrell, Hirt, & Ferrell, 2009,pg. 352). Another key fact and critical issue is that the company really cares about their employees. An example of this in the case study highlights that Chouinard believes that the quality of its products is because employees are satisfied and devoted to the cause of the company.

Rachael Cassar’s clothes are very unique and eco-friendly. Her clothes are all made out of 90% recycled materials. She transforms them into something edgy, spectacular and creative. She is one of the most forward thinking designers of all time. Rachael says that in order for eco-fashion to ‘succeed’, designers need to replace cheaply made fashion with equally appealing sustainable items. This is good to the environment. Sustainable clothes are important because it reviews what we use to manufacture them in the first place (eg. soak them in chemicals). Eco-fashion is much better for the environment, people and animals. Rachael Cassar’s work on eco-fashion is truly exceptional.

“Beauty without cruelty” is the outcry that can be heard from animal right activists around the world. The FDA does not require companies to perform tests on animals but if the cosmetic product contains chemicals that can be seen as toxins, testing becomes a necessity. There are currently thirteen safety tests that are performed on animals.

Over the past five month I have worked at environmental design group as a surveyor under Bob Warner who is a licensed professional surveyor and also a principal of Environmental Design Group. When I first was applying for the job I was not planning on doing surveying simply because it was not one of my interest in the engineering field. However over the time spent at Environmental Design Group doing surveying I have learned a lot under Bob. Most of my tasks were for Dominion Gas.

If a big-box retailer plants a few trees, it won’t make headlines. However, if this same retailer donates children’s clothing to war-torn nations, people will notice. Stick to social and environmental programs that make sense for your industry. Understanding your Give customers and employees a reason to be proud

There are a large amount of social and environmental problems within the global apparel industry.

A major part of my project is strongly connected with sustainable design part and material process. I read three books about Sustainable design is very popular design in these days. The almost contemporary product, furniture designer pursue sustainability outcome. There are eleven keywords in sustainable design such as Biodegradable, locally made, locally sourced, Low energy, Low waste, no toxins, Recyclable, Recycled, Social enterprise, Traditional craftsmanship, Well-managed resources (Rebecca,2015). I am interested in "Biodegradable product". This is one of sustainable design. The meaning of Biodegradable is that some material is broken down rapidly by the action of microorganisms. The

Every company strives for being socially, environmentally responsible for gaining a positive image among the stakeholders associated with the company. The chosen company for this report, IKEA, is practicing such praiseworthy practices which are discussed for demonstrating the concern of the company towards the society and environment. The Swedish company, IKEA, a giant of the retail business of furniture, has become an environmentally and socially supportive business by highlighting on the environmental and community aspects while conducting the business and ensuring no negative impact on the environment as well as on the society. This company has done such responsible