Sustainable & Ethical Product Development

Designing Future-Proof Products: Integrating Sustainability, Ethical Sourcing & Circular Economy Strategies

What you'll learn

Design Sustainable Products-Learn how to integrate eco-friendly materials, life cycle assessments, and circular economy principles into product development.

Implement Ethical Sourcing & Manufacturing: Understand supply chain transparency, fair trade practices, and responsible production to ensure ethical compliance.

Develop a Sustainability-Driven Product Strategy: Discover how to incorporate sustainability into product roadmaps, measure impact.

Market and Brand Ethical Products Effectively: Avoid greenwashing, understand consumer behavior trends, and craft authentic sustainability stories for branding

Requirements

No prior experience in sustainability or product development is required – this course is designed for beginners and professionals alike.

Description

Sustainability is no longer a choice—it's a necessity. In today's rapidly evolving market, businesses that fail to integrate sustainability, ethical sourcing, and circular economy principles into their product development risk falling behind. This course will equip you with the knowledge, strategies, and real-world case studies to design products that are eco-friendly, socially responsible, and financially successful.What You'll Learn:How to embed sustainability into product design from day one.The principles of the Circular Economy—designing for reuse, repairability, and recyclability. Ethical sourcing & fair labor practices to ensure responsible supply chains.How to reduce carbon footprint with Life Cycle Assessments (LCA).The role of AI, 3D printing, and bio-engineered materials in sustainable innovation. Global sustainability regulations, certifications, and compliance strategies. How to market and brand sustainable products authentically while avoiding greenwashing.Why Take This Course?Stay ahead of regulations – Learn about policies like the EU Green Deal, SEC Climate Disclosure Rule, and Net Zero commitments. Future-proof your products – Discover cutting-edge trends in AI-driven supply chains, sustainable packaging, and circular business models. Learn from real-world brands – Case studies from Patagonia, Tesla, Unilever, IKEA, and The Body Shop show how sustainability drives profit and brand loyalty.Whether you're a product manager, entrepreneur, designer, or sustainability advocate, this course will provide actionable insights and strategies to build products that are good for business and the planet. Join now and start designing the future of sustainable and ethical product development!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to Sustainable & Ethical Product Development

Lecture 1 Why Sustainability & Ethics Are the Future of Business

Lecture 2 The Rise of Conscious Consumerism: Why Values Drive Purchasing Decisions

Lecture 3 The Profitability of Sustainability: Why Green Business Wins

Lecture 4 Course Roadmap & What You'll Achieve

Section 2: Designing Eco-Friendly Products

Lecture 5 The Power of Sustainable Design: Shaping the Future from the Start

Lecture 6 The Five Key Principles of Sustainable Design

Lecture 7 Choosing Sustainable Materials: Biodegradable, Recyclable & Renewable Options

Lecture 8 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): Designing for a Lower Carbon Footprint

Lecture 9 Tesla's Approach to Sustainable Design: Innovation for a Greener Future

Lecture 10 Hands-On Exercise: Identifying Sustainable Materials for Your Product

Section 3: Circular Economy in Product Development

Lecture 11 Rethinking Waste: The Shift to a Circular Economy

Lecture 12 Designing for Reusability, Repairability & Recycling: Building Circular Products

Lecture 13 Case Study: Patagonia's Worn Wear Program & Designing Circular Products

Section 4: Ethical Sourcing & Responsible Manufacturing

Lecture 14 Ethical Sourcing & Responsible Manufacturing: Building a Fairer Supply Chain

Lecture 15 Ensuring Ethical Labor, Fair Wages & Sustainable Supply Chains

Section 5: Implementing Sustainability in Product Roadmaps

Lecture 16 Embedding Sustainability into Your Product Roadmap

Lecture 17 Measuring & Communicating Sustainability: The Power of Data & AI

Lecture 18 Case Study: Unilever's Sustainable Living Plan & Building Your Own Sustainabilit

Section 6: Regulations, Compliance & Certifications

Lecture 19 Sustainability Regulations & Certifications: Ensuring Compliance & Credibility

Lecture 20 Carbon Neutrality, Net Zero & Getting Your Product Certified

Section 7: Marketing & Branding Ethical Products

Lecture 21 Marketing & Branding Ethical Products: Authenticity Over Greenwashing

Lecture 22 Strategies for Marketing Sustainable Products & Crafting Your Brand Story

Section 8: Future Trends in Sustainable Product Development

Lecture 23 Future Trends in Sustainable Product Development: Innovations Shaping Tomorrow

Lecture 24 The Role of Policy & Future-Proofing Your Sustainable Product Strategy

Product Managers & Designers – who want to integrate sustainability into product development.,Entrepreneurs & Business Owners – looking to build ethical and eco-friendly brands.,Sustainability Professionals – aiming to enhance their knowledge of sustainable product strategies.,Students & Career Changers – interested in learning about sustainable design and ethical sourcing.