Ecochain

We are excited to showcase the incredible leadership and expertise of our Senior LCA Knowledge Lead at Ecochain Dr. Pratik Vinayak Gholkar, PhD ✨ From driving global sustainability initiatives to representing Ecochain at the UN Environment Programme, he’s a true innovator in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and an excellent mentor in our knowledge team.

We’re grateful to have been part of the recent Scope 3 Peer Group discussion, where Unilever showcased an inspiring approach to supplier segmentation using tools like Ecochain and Manufacture 2030 | M2030. It’s amazing to see industry leaders coming together to tackle challenges, and we're looking forward to seeing the innovative solutions that emerge from this Peer Group! 👏

LCA when introduced in a new sector: 4 stages of grief 😃 😤 😐 🤩 Stage 1: Excitement 🎉 - Wow, this is the holy grail! The tool we've been looking for that answers all our questions. Stage 2: Frustration 😤 - This is very complex, requires a lot of data and time and the outcomes are uncertain. Stage 3: Disappointment 😐 - The answer to a question "Is A better than B?" is always the same: "It depends". Stage 4: Acceptance & Optimism 🌟 - This is the only tool that can be used to identify the environmental hotspots in the life cycle of a product or service. Adopting LCA in a new sector is a journey—emotional, yes—but one that transforms the way we make decisions on sustainability initiatives. It’s not always easy, but it’s worth it. Which stage are you in? Tell us below!

What are the benefits of using software to measure your impact? Let's dive into it. Do you want to get a beginner's checklist on how to start measuring your product footprint? Comment "✅" below and we'll send it to you.

Meet us at the National Sustainability Congress in Den Bosch tomorrow. 💚 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/dxsAcmC

As you stand in line at your favorite coffee shop, you face a familiar dilemma: should you opt for a disposable cup or grab a reusable one? This everyday choice may seem insignificant, but it reflects a growing concern about sustainability and the impact of manufacturing on the environment. "Every time you use and dispose a cup, your impact accumulates over time," says Luc Hillege, Product Manager at Ecochain. He grabs the disposable cup in his hand. "But with this one, the impact actually reduces over time because most of it is in the production phase." In this video, Luc will share how to measure the impact of your products by using disposable and reusable cups. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e4Nve5Mt

Manufacturers, are you truly creating sustainable products? Our latest blog post dives deep into the world of life cycle assessments and reveals some truths about product sustainability. In this post, you'll learn: 🔍 Why initial impressions of sustainability can be misleading 🔍 How product footprinting software can revolutionize your product design process 🔍 The hidden environmental costs in manufacturing you might be overlooking Whether you're in product development, operations, or leadership, you’ll learn how to make more informed decisions about sustainability in your manufacturing processes. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3Z3KMim

Are any of our followers at the Greener Manufacturing Conference & Expo today or tomorrow? 🇩🇪 🥨 We're here together with YuzeData at the stand D50! Swing by to get a tour of our software and services, and find out how you can calculate your product footprint. And as true Dutchies, we also have beautiful tulips to share–the supply is limited, so run fast! 💨 Our team will be there to say hi and show you around 💚 Floris Schiks Sem Dijkshoorn Saivarun K VVirginie Leheup

7 short posts to get you started with product footprinting – if you missed it. 💭 PCF vs Company Footprinting: What’s The Difference? https://bit.ly/40BQucw ✨ Use Cases and Benefits of Product Footprinting https://bit.ly/40wtXxH 💎 Why PCF Is Worth Doing https://bit.ly/40zqGxC 💼 Standards & Regulations https://bit.ly/40v4aWA 👀 Lifecycles & What to Focus on https://bit.ly/40T2eYj 📢 What to Include In Your PCF https://bit.ly/3UH5e5X 👫 How to Innovate and Win More Customers https://bit.ly/3UE8sag

I mean hello, it's almost 2025, right? 😓 Even though technology is booming these days, it can't solve all the nitty-gritty and complex decisions involved to make an accurate and fully compliant LCA (yet). There's also the limitation in the data available, specifically the primary one. The good news is that you don't need to be an expert to understand your impact. So don't give up yet–because we can help making this less overwhelming. Here are 3 things you can do today to become more sustainable as a company: https://bit.ly/3Yya3zA