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or a product to be socially responsible, it must demonstrate that it operates in an ethical manner that minimizes its impact on the environment, uses sustainable practices, and treats their workers in a humane way. 

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Nature's Path Envirokidz - Brock Smeltzer

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Nature's Path Envirokidz - Brock Smeltzer

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1. They farm organically, support non-GMO proliferation, became zero-waste certified in 2010, implemented practices that have diverted 92 % of their waste from landfills, won awards for being among Canada's Best Employer and Canada's Greenest Employers. THat is just to name a few.

2. The package says they use 68% less packaging, non-GMO and always organic

3. Their commitment to organic farming has kept 418,000 lbs out of the landfill, they reduced packaging to save 825,540 gallons of wastewater, 437 tons of paperboard, 7,464 million BTUs of energy and 1.4 million pounds of carbon dioxide.

4. This product is more expensive than other non-organic cereals and the non-organic cereals may have a little bit better taste than this product

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1. Name of the Product: Eco-Friendly Hard Water Stain Remover

2. What makes "socially responsible"? : First off, the product is a blend of all-natural bacteria and enzymes used to eliminate waste buildup in plumbing and septic systems with maximum effectiveness. Thus, it is sustainable and has a low environmental impact than other chemical stain removers that might be toxic to humans and the environment.

3. On the sideline of the product, you can see how packaging emphasizes it is "non-toxic, eco-friendly, bio-degradable."

4. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies (brief Google search)?  In nature, all animal and vegetable matter, from insects to mighty oaks, is broken down and recycled into plant food by enzymes and bacteria. Likewise, the company BIO-CLEAN uses the same principle to biodegrade animal and vegetable waste in producing their products. Moreover, they established a strong connection with all the trusted dealers across Canada and support locals businesses through their navigation system to locals on their website.

5. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade-offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product.

The barrier to purchasing this product is its rarity compared to average chemical stain removers, as the company size is relatively smaller than theirs. Moreover, trade-offs would be a higher price than other stain removers as I find that at least 1.5 times to double the cost of their competitors in the market. Thus, it can deter cost-effective consumers from purchasing this product and make them inclined to a not-so-CSR product.

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1. Ethical manufacturing ( safe working conditions) made with the smallest environmental foot print and sustainable material’

They also plant 10 trees around the world for every product you buy from them.  they also have the B-corp certification

2. I don’t remember how the package is but by 2023 , the company wants to use only recycled paper for their inserts

3.Tentree is constantly considering their impact and footprint with their products,  in manufacturing, they only work with socially and environmentally responsible factories that are approved by  Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WARP), To find their planting locations and navigate local laws and customs, tentree works with non-governmental organizations with an “on-the-ground presence” like WeForest and Eden Reforestation.

4. It’s more expensive and they normally have their products in other retail stores, but they don’t have their own.  Because they are more expensive compared to other clothing brands, people tend to buy from other stores. but on the other hand, it being more expensive shows the extra steps through it's quality.

5. Tentree T-shirt , easiest is to buy online or they also have their products in MEC, Boat house and a few other places.

- Kelly Wong

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1. What makes "socially responsible"? (Ideas: sustainable, local, organic, free range, low environmental impact, recycled, corporate reputation ...)

Sustainable, reusable bags from a company that donates to environmental causes.

2. How is this signalled on the packaging (if it is signalled, if there is packaging!)

There is reference to the bag being “reusable” on the packaging.

3. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies (brief Google search)?

The company is actively donating to causes related to the environment (donating $100k to Surfrider Foundation during Earth Month).

4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product ...

It is more expensive than regular ziplocs which could deter others from purchasing. It is not as easy to find as regular Ziploc bags that are stocked in every grocery store.

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1. WHAT MAKES SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE?
Around 85% of water used to wash the jeans go in the drain, therefore to contribute to the corporate social responsibility, levis has come up with a new product where in an individual will require in third-world countries use less than 3 gallons of water per day — the amount we use in a single flush of the toilet. Levis value every single drop and are trying to contribute back with their new product, as a result they launched their Water<Less campaign in the hopes of paving a way toward a more sustainable use of water worldwide. Water<Less is a line of products that uses 96% less water compared to the old traditional Levis denim. the company has saved over 1.8 billion litres of water.
2. HOW IS THIS SIGNALED ON THE PACKAGING ?
The packaging indicates that the denims are made with the waterless technique and has a label that specifies it and also has a small tag saying eco friendly
3. WHAT ELSE DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE COMPANY/PRODUCT CSR POLICIES?
By 2020, Levi’s has committed to ensure that 80% of all their products are created as Water<Less innovations, and they want their customers to be a big part of that. In order to empower shoppers to conserve more water in their day-to-day lives, Levi’s has gone so far as to share tips and advices on their official pages. whether it’s taking a shower instead of a bath, or letting the rain wash their car, Levi’s wants their customers to be involved in creating a more sustainable future.

Levi’s offers their customers products they can trust were made sustainably. In the mission to conserve water, Levi’s encourages customers to conserve resources alongside them, creating a partnership between every customer and their brand that’s hard to break
4. what are the Barriers to purchasing this product if any?
the biggest barrier of manufacturing the product is the heavy machinery used to create this by using different kind of machines, as the machines cost is very high this will indirectly relate in product price and as a result the product price would also increase.

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1. What makes " socially responsible " ?
All of their products are not only delicious, but stand for values, beliefs and society. The company is determined to bring different cultures and the society together. They offer a variety of products that are preserve our environment.

2. How is this signaled on the packaging (if it is signaled, if there is packaging!)
The front design of cows depicts a message and reminds the society where the products come from, and all the other important aspects are on the back of the packaging.

3. What else do you know about the company/ product CSR policies?
The company since its formation has stood for society. Throughout the years, the company has had various stands, For eg, stand against Recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone, Support Farm Aid, stand for children, Fair Trade, and dozens of other issues. The company has been socially active since they were founded.

4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product.
Ben & Jerry's product are high in saturated fat and are considered to be unhealthy, whereas their competition such as Breyers, nestle and not that unhealthy. The company stands on being natural, so due to that they use natural cream which is high in fat, and is a major issue for them.

Chinanshu Nagpal

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BRAND: LUSH COSMETICS (Fresh Handmade Cosmetics)

1.    What makes "socially responsible"? (Ideas: sustainable, local, organic, free range, low environmental impact, recycled, corporate reputation ...)

Lush has designed their products which has little to no packaging at all in an effort to reduce carbon emissions and waste. In addition, 100% of Lush’s products are vegetarian meaning they are like plant based soap that support the ecosystems and biodiversity more compared to non-vegetarian products. 81% of its products are vegan meaning they haven’t been tested on animals. In addition, vegan soap are from fats or oils from vegetable origin as opposed to other animal fats. If packaging is unavoidable, Lush will use 100% recyclable and biodegradable bags.

2.    How is this signalled on the packaging (if it is signalled, if there is packaging!)

Lush doesn’t have packaging on most products and there are little signals to it as well. This is because it doesn’t need to signal because customers know most products from the naked eye are package-free. If it does signal it would have to be printed to a piece of packaging or display board which will defeat the purpose of package-less design.

3.    What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies (brief Google search)?

Lush creates shampoo bars in an effort to preserve water and without the use of plastic containers, a sustainable practice going forward for conducting business. In addition, Lush cares about whether or not its suppliers are corporate sustainable as well, so it chooses a sustainable supplier to work with for ingredients in their products, this includes suppliers treatment of workers.

4.    What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product ...

Since most of its products are package-less, it would be difficult to have barcodes on the product itself. Lush stores team members will know what product that is based on experience and will know what to charge the customers but for resellers, they require a barcode as other companies employee are not trained to know all of Lush products. Other branded soap such as Dove are found more readily available at retail stores but it comes at a cost from the packaging.

Renny Szeto

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1. The shoes are vegan, made with repurposed material and printed on with plant based ink. It is one of Nike's lowest carbon footprint shoe ever released. The midsole material is made out of recycled shoe midsoles that have been pulverized and re-molded.
2. The packaging/shoe box has two elements to show its sustainability. The first is that the shoe box has "Nike Trash Reformed" and "Move to Zero Emissions" printed on the graphics with the plant based ink. The second is the shipping method of using a single box. Typically Nike would ship a shoe with a second box protecting the actual shoe box, but with this shoe the goal is to reduce waste.
3. Nike's goal with this type of shoe is to use sustainable materials and innovate through zero-waste manufacturing. Nike has a "Move to Zero" initiative. Nike's goals for CSR are as follows: lower emissions across their key operations, shrink their product carbon footprint, accelerate diversity and inclusion across their teams, enable kids to have access to play and sport, redefine what responsible leadership looks like, and create five year progress targets.
4. The availability of the space hippie is one barrier to purchasing as well as the condition of the shoe upon delivery or purchase is not guaranteed. The trade off is the purpose built function of the shoe. The space hippie does not have total product quality control assurance and does not have access to certain technology that makes a Nike shoe applicable for sport. An example of this is comparing Nike's Air Zoom Alphafly, their sub-two hour marathon shoe through use of carbon fiber plates, to the space hippie, which features none of the performance enhancing technology the Alphafly features. This makes the Space Hippie not applicable for sport in comparison.

Benedict Ramsbottom

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1. What makes "socially responsible"? (Ideas: sustainable, local, organic, free range, low environmental impact, recycled, corporate reputation ...)
All of Bronners products are free from synthetic preservatives, petrochemicals, synthetic foaming agents or thickeners, are packaged in 100% recyclable materials, and never tested on animals

2. How is this signalled on the packaging (if it is signalled, if there is packaging!)
On the back of the packaging

3. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies (brief Google search)?
The company also believes in fair treatment to farmers and have an initiative to offer education and fair trade projects

4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product ...
There are no barriers in puchasing this product. It can be compare to Dawn soap

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1. What makes "socially responsible"?
In some areas of the world such as Angola, Africa, almost 50% of diamond miners are underfed and underpaid ($0.75 per day) children with no healthcare within age of 5-16.
In the Central African Republic, water is already somewhat scarce. Industries such as diamond mining are the #1 cause of water pollution and made majority of the water undrinkable.
Diamond mining can also cause soil erosion, which makes it impossible to grow any form of food, plant, or corp.
Diamond mining isn't only related to human rights, but also food shortage, water scarcity, and environment.
6ixice uses cubic zirconia in all of their jewellery collection, which is a manmade mineral made of zirconium dioxide. CZs can appear to be very like diamonds, but they have very different mineral structures.
2. How is this signalled on the packaging?
They use pieces of cardboard for their packaging and synthetic leather for their jewellery pouches.
3. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies.
They have precisely mentioned details for each piece of jewellery on their website to avoid confusion for customers. They are also in full compliance with the Federal Trade Commission and the Jewelry Vigilance Committee for the material that they use.
4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make?
The jewellery can be purchased easily via 6ixice.com. I don't want to put on jewellery that I know it may have made a 6 year old child to work for hours and also caused a lot of destruction to the environment. Even though CZs are manmade and obviously not as rare or precious as diamonds, they are still very shiny, durable, and affordable.
Name: Seyed Mohsen Ali Hosseini

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1.       These toothbrushes are a greener alternative to an everyday item. Toothbrushes are normally made with plastic and are thrown in the trash where they will sit and not degrade. The bamboo used for these toothbrushes will bio-degrade much faster and overall impact the environment much less.

2.       The packaging indicates that the toothbrush handle is “zero waste” and “eco-friendly”. The packaging is also made from cardboard with minimalistic colours, giving the illusion of a green product without even reading the packaging.

3.       Bmbu Creations is a company that specializes in making green products from bamboo. They mainly make magnetic bamboo knife holders, but also make other products such as bamboo toothbrushes and travel utensils.

The barriers to purchasing this product are the price and availability. At around $3.50 per brush, they are a little more expensive than a regular plastic brush, which also does not include the shipping price. As well as the price, these brushes are not available in stores as much as regular brushes.

Name: Aidan Michell

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1. What makes "socially responsible"?
TOMS matches every pair of shoes purchased with a pair of shoes for a child in need. TOMS gives shoes in more than 50 countries and works with charitable partners who incorporate shoes into their health, education, hygiene and community development programs.
2. How is this signalled on the packaging?
Very clearly on the shoe box it says "will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need. One for one."
3. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies
With every pair of shoes made, TOMS focuses on the social and environmental impacts behind the manufacturing. Their shoes are made of recycled materials while their boxes are made from 80% recycled post-consumer waste and printed with soy ink. Currently they have a new initiative donating 1/3 of profits to grassroots,  which is backing a financial unstable community so they can overcome their obstacles and seek new opportunities.
What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product.
The shoe company is a very over-populated market. Though, TOMS offers a very competitive price, their classic shoes are very thin and not durable. But I do see they've expanded their shoe collection to offer more styles with different comfort levels. As compared to SoftMoc slip ons, they are similar in price but there are no initiatives behind the SoftMoc brand.

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Eco Dinnerware
1. What makes "socially responsible"?
All Natural

100%, Biodegradable, Backyard Compostable, Suitable for hot, cold and wet food,
Microwave Friendly

2. How is this signalled on the packaging?
It comes with a simple packing highlighting the 100% biodegradable.

3. What else do you know about the company?

Greenovation’ are aimed at changing habits and mindset about using disposable items. they focus on qualitative, reliable and affordable products with responsibility towards the environment.

4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any?
there are no major barriers to entry.

-Anubhav Aggarwal

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Compostic - Reusable/Compostable Cling wrap

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Compostic - Reusable/Compostable Cling wrap

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1. What makes "socially responsible"?

Compostic a company that has created a replacement to the cling wrap we use in our homes every day. This cling wrap is made from a combination of different biopolymers that create the feel and look of traditional plastic but can be fully composted within 24 weeks in a home composting environment. This makes it an eco-friendly alternative to regular plastic cling wrap and can help cut down on every household’s environmental footprint. In a world where non-reusable plastics are ravaging the environment any opportunity that can help reduce it is a welcoming sight.

2.    How is this signaled on the packaging

The packaging for Compostic cling wrap stands out among other cling wraps with large writing stating that it is “100% Compostable”. Anyone looking to cut down on their use of traditional plastics will immediately be drawn to this key wording on the packaging. The packaging also tells the consumer that this cling wrap will break down quicker than the average orange peel, which gives the consumer a good comparison of how quickly the cling wrap breaks down.

3.    What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies.

Compostic is a relatively newly formed company, founded and operated in New Zealand. It is on a mission to eradicate the need for traditional non compostable plastics. They are slowly expanding into new avenues and have recently released compostable plastic bags into their product line. They are pushing the message that their products are completely certified compostable which means they must fully break down within 12-24 weeks and leave behind no harmful residues or toxins.

4.    What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any tradeoffs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product ...

The biggest barrier of purchasing this product would have to be the price. Conventional plastic cling wrap goes for around $5 for 150 meters of product, whereas Compostic Compostable Cling Wrap is sold for $15 for roughly the same amount. This could be a deterrent for consumers who are looking to save money but can be a niche product for people who are very environmentally conscious and are looking to cut down on their plastic usage.

- Justin Vogt

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Tru Earth’s Eco Strips Laundry Detergent (Made in Canada)

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Where can I buy it?

These eco-strips are available in most supermarkets and smaller retail stores. In Vancouver, they can be found at Costco, Strong’s Market, Hewer Home Hardware, Greens Organic and Natural Market, Shaughnessy Pharmacy, and several other stores. They are also available online on Amazon, Well.ca and Tru Earth’s website where they provide free shipping.

1.  What makes it "socially responsible"?

Tru Earth’s detergent eco-strips are an eco-friendly alternative to generic detergents available in stores. Each eco-strip contains ultra-concentrated and pre-measured detergent powder which easily dissolves in hot or cold water. It claims to keep 700,000 plastic jugs out of the landfill each year.

2.  How is this signaled on the packaging?

Their logo and brand name “Tru Earth” is on the front of its packaging followed by the product name: eco-strips. The name itself suggests that the brand is eco-friendly. They have an eco-symbol on the bottom left corner. Additionally, they have a ‘biodegradable and hypoallergenic stamp on the bottom right corner that confirms the claims.

The back side of the packaging, on the top left corner says “Clean Green Simple” which also suggests that the contents are green. Under that, they make claims of being phosphate-free, biodegradable, hypoallergenic and 1,4-dioxane free. There is also a recycling symbol that suggests that the packaging itself is recyclable.

3. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies?

Their eco-strips are certified paraben-free, chlorine bleach free, dye-free, and phosphate-free. Their strips are free of 1,4-dioxane, as certified by independent lab tests, and hypoallergenic as certified by independent dermatologists. Their products are biodegradable in accordance with OECD 310D. They are also vegan and cruelty-free, as are their suppliers. Tru Earth also has several other environmentally friendly products listed on their website. They are so confident in their company and its products that they advertise a 100% money back guarantee on all items. The packaging for these strips is much smaller than typical detergents. Therefore, there is 94% less pollution caused by transportation as compared to generic products.

4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any tradeoffs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product.

This product is readily and conveniently available both online and in stores. They also provide free shipping, which means there are no added costs. However, the product itself is not inexpensive. For reference, a 3.78L jerrycan of ‘Tide Simply Clean and Fresh’ costs $11.59 on average and lasts for up to 89 loads. That means each load costs approximately $0.13 cents. Whereas the Tru Earth eco-strips cost $35.95 for only 64 loads which makes the cost $0.56/load. This makes the eco-strips nearly 5 times more expensive than regular detergent. This could be a significant expense depending on the income, size, and usage of a family/individual.

-  Pouru Patell

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1. What makes "socially responsible"? (Ideas: sustainable, local, organic, free range, low environmental impact, recycled, corporate reputation ...)

-It is an award-winning, invigorating body wash. The eco-conscious body wash has no wasted product at all and the packaging was made from recycled plastic which can be recycled. The bottle is made of 100% recycled plastic — 20% of which is from ocean plastic. Since the pump has no metal spring, it's fully recyclable as-is.

2. How is this signalled on the packaging (if it is signalled, if there is packaging!)

-The packaging has bottle made with ocean plastic written. Clean to skin, clean to planet. It reflects the company’s awareness of environmental protection and the determination to control marine pollution.

3. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies (brief Google search)?

-REN Clean Skincare states that they’re not only focused on recycled, recyclable or reusable packaging in a bid to create a brand that is not just Clean to Skin, but Clean to Planet. The company works hard on more sustainable packs to launch their new products. They help to save and minimize as much plastic going to landfill in the quickest way.

4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product .

-From my perspective, there are lots of body wash products in the market, one thing is that the consumer may choose other brands and they prefer to look for a cheaper price, REN has a higher price than other body wash, which cost $28 for 300ml, and the average is $10 or lower. Also, the product is less known than other competitors’ products.

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Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 by Fenty Skin

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Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 by Fenty Skin

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1. Fenty Skin is one of the three main companies created by a famous singer/actress Rihanna, which target people of all shapes, sizes, and colour. The brand encourages the inclusivity of men and women all over the world to help all of their customers to feel confident within their own skin. When it comes to this product in particular it is gluten-free, cruelty-free, vegan, and comes in recyclable packaging. Apart from that people of colour tend to struggle a lot when it comes to finding a sunscreen that would not leave a white cast over their faces, which tends to create a solid problem for the daily users of those creams. However, this product was created for people of all skin tones as it appears transparent once of the packaging. It is suitable for every single skin shade out their, so that nobody is excluded.

2. The packaging itself is reusable, as people are now able to buy the refills and not waste as much plastic with each and every one of their purchases. This gives and opportunity for people all over the world to do better for our planet, while still using the products they are so used to. Apart from that, it states on the packaging that this product is invisible and that the packaging itself is reusable.

3. Fenti Skin focuses on making skincare easy and fun for everybody, men and women. It starts with the packaging of their products and finishes with their ingredients. Overall this business style helps them to educate people all over the world, and give people an opportunity to take care of themselves, while also taking care of the planet.

4. The only barrier to purchasing this product is its  price, as compared to many other products in the same category it is located in a higher end of it. However, there are not as many options in the drugstore, that would compare even ingredients wise, let alone the social responsibility level of a company it is produced by. One of the similar products to  Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 is Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ by Supergoop. Both of this products are promoting to be invisible and in a higher end spectrum, however the Fenti Skin product is reusable and the Supergoop one is not, which means it has a lower social responsibility level.

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1. What makes ' socially responsible'
What gives Seventh Generation the competitive advantage and keeps them sustainable as well as making them socially responsible is the fact that all their products are plant based and do not use petroleum in any of their products.

2. How is this signalled on the packaging?

On every product that the company sells it mentions that is bio degradable and it also mentions that it is a natural product and the company incorporates the green color to emphasize on going green and to make it distinct from other products on the shelf.

3. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies

Biobased PE is plastic made from ethanola renewable and sustainable resource produced from Brazilian sugarcane. Cultivation of sugarcane utilizes CO2 and releases O2, which means the material has a negative carbon footprint.
The company package  their products in post-consumer recycled plastic whenever we can - create less waste
They use recycled materials to make their packaging,  work for the majority of this to be recyclable packaging in turn.
The company aims to give the plastic used in their packaging a new life beyond their products—that’s why they strive to  make recyclable packaging. The company also include How2Recyle labels on all of their products.

4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product.

There are barriers in purchasing products from seventh generation but it is not as competitive as other CSR products. This company offers a variety of sustainable and environmental friendly products from toilet paper, household cleaning items to skin care. With all of their products being green and made from recycled materials, ingredients that are not used on animals.
Some points other non green companies have over this company is that their household cleaning items may clean better or have better scents to it, however for consumers who are not picky on the little things will turn a blind eye and not fuss about not smelling properly or not cleaning 100%. Overall, the company has become more profitable over the years as more consumers are more aware of global warming and consumers are becoming more educated on global warming as a whole.

- Morteza Jafari

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1. As climate change is a serious issue that our society is facing, products produced in environmentally conscious ways are socially responsible. The Kalamazoo beard and face wash from Lush is entirely vegan, which is very good for the environment. Vegan products are especially good for the environment as they require less water to produce since their ingredients don’t need to consume plants. The packaging of the product is socially responsible as well. The black pot, which is made of recycled material that the product comes in, can be brought back to any Lush location, and the company will recycle it again.

2. There is a “V” in a circle on the front of the product packaging to signal to the consumer that the product is vegan.

3.  Lush is very well known for its corporate social responsibility. The brand's backbone is its commitment to ending animal testing and promise that all of its products are cruelty-free. They have a whole section of their website dedicated to impact and activism. They consider the environment at every stage of production and hold themselves to a very high standard. The brand is not a bystander when it comes to social justice; they have pages on their website dedicated to issues from saving the grizzly bears to Black Lives Matter.

4. The primary barrier to entry would be their prices. Beard and Face washes from other brands can cost around $8 for 100ml, while the Lush Kalamazoo Beard and Face Wash is nearly $13. Accessibility is also a barrier; while the consumer can purchase the product online, shipping costs add to the total cost, which, in turn, raises the monetary barrier.
- Daniel Sadaghianian

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Kalkay Wild Rose Face Masque from Skwalwen Botanicals

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Kalkay Wild Rose Face Masque from Skwalwen Botanicals

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1.     What makes "socially responsible"? (Ideas: sustainable, local, organic, free range, low environmental impact, recycled, corporate reputation ...)

Product: Kalkay Wild Rose Face Masque from Skwalwen Botanicals.

Skwalwen Botanicals is an Indigenous beauty line that creates organic and botanical/plan-based skin care products. The owner, Leigh who is an ethnobotanist, researcher, and community activist, honours the traditional Squamish plant knowledge as she incorporates sustainably harvested plants to her natural skin care products. Leigh’s business is inspired by the Indigenous plant knowledge as she incorporates her family’s and community members’ teachings on wild plant ingredients and processes to create clean and effective handmade plant-based skin care.

2.     How is this signalled on the packaging (if it is signalled, if there is packaging!)

Each product’s package has a Squamish name to honour the land where the plant knowledge comes from.

3. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies (brief Google search)?

According to Leigh, creating the products begins with the time she spends on the land and forests – by harvesting these natural ingredients. By using the Squamish cultural teachings, she uses gentle and respectful approaches to harvest her ingredients using techniques that are ethical and sustainable.

Each of her skin care products are luxurious and made with care, creating skin care products that are free from harsh chemicals such as phthalates, synthetic fragrances, synthetic colors and parabens.

4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product ...

The barriers to purchasing these products are shipping fees and its high prices. Skwalwen Botanicals can be ordered online, however there is a fee between $12-$20 for orders that are up to $99 and free shipping once orders are $100 or over. For US customers, there is a $20 shipping fee for orders that are up to $99 and free shipping for orders that are $150.

The prices are more expensive compared to it it’s competitors since their skin care products such as the face mask and facial bar are priced $39 and $20 respectively due to the natural, plant-based products used as ingredients that are also free from harsh chemicals. Olay, on the other hand, which produces similar products, is said to have parabens which is linked to cancer. The environmental effects of parabens can also affect marine life by killing coral reefs.
Alexa Marbella

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1.Londre Swimwear is a Vancouver-based bodysuit and swimwear company made from plastic bottles

2.Their packaging is made from corn which makes them compostable and recyclable. They also use carbon neutral shipping

3. The Londre brand is based entirely around sustainability including:
-How the swimsuits are made (reusing the water used in production & the textile factory is OEKO tex 100 certified)
-The textiles used to create the swimwear (each swimsuit is made from a minimum of 6 recycled plastic bottles)
-Repair programs for the first year after purchasing and a recycling program once you are done with the swimsuit

They also ensure all their ads are inclusive to all body types

4.The major barrier to purchasing this product is both the price and the fact that you are unable to try the swimsuit on - it's only available to purchase online.
Their swimsuits start at $110

Naomi Ashton

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1. What makes "socially responsible"?
Ans: Cascades tuff hand towels are composed mainly by 100% recycled fibre paper towels for a clean environment, sustainability and overall wellbeing of people, communities and planet. It also promotes responsible forestry for the company's production.

2. How is this signalled on the packaging?
Ans: The packaging has 100% recycled fibres written. It also has FSC signalled on the back of the packaging to signal highest environmental and social standards.

3. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies?
Ans: The company largely invests on the employees' safety, security and growth by providing them with health insurance, pension plan, stock purchase plan, continuing education allowances and trainings. It has a good corporate culture, strong customer loyalty from their products reviews and are socially responsible towards giving back.

4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product.
Ans: The only barrier to purchase this product would be that this is a less known product for Cascades than any other products like their roll paper towel that they are mostly known for. A consumer would trade off for something more convenient and well known paper towel to buy, as it is mostly bought without much thought in a household. A consumer may buy Bounty paper towel as it is more popular and is available in every supermarket and everywhere online with ease of delivery.

It can be purchased on Amazon, Walmart (both in-store and online), London Drugs (both in-store and online), Costco (both in-store and online), etcetera.

- Mamata Lama

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1. What makes "socially responsible"? (Ideas: sustainable, local, organic, free range, low environmental impact, recycled, corporate reputation ...)

Burt’s Bees toothpaste is not tested on animals and is SLS free. It does not contain any artificial flavours or sweeteners, preservatives or blue, red, and yellow dyes. The tubes and cartons used to hold the toothpaste are 100% recyclable.

2. How is this signalled on the packaging (if it is signalled, if there is packaging!)

Burt’s Bees tells you on the packaging that “we don’t add what you don’t want” meaning that they haven’t added anything into the toothpaste that may raise concerns with customers.

3. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies (brief Google search)?

Burt’s Bees makes skin care products, cosmetic products and oral products all using sustainable practices. They also have developed a Natural Launchpad program in which they provide funding and mentorship for start-up companies whose focus is to improve our planet and quality and life.

4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product.

The toothpastes made by Burt’s Bees are more expensive than toothpastes sold by competitors such as Colgate and Crest. Customers may choose not to purchase them for this reason and stick with the more affordable brands.

- Mitchell Turner

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1.     What makes "socially responsible"? (Ideas: sustainable, local, organic, free range, low environmental impact, recycled, corporate reputation ...)

MAC is incredibly diverse in their goal of impacting their surrounding environment and trying to lessen their environmental impact. MAC has various charitable programs, such as MAC Viva glam, which supports the MAC aids funds through the purchase of the Viva Glam lipsticks (100% of the proceeds are donated). MAC is the pioneer of the beauty industry, thus creating waves in the industry when the brand started its journey of not testing on animals (except where it is mandated). The program that has the greatest impact on the environment would be the “Back to MAC” program. Once a customer brings in six empty containers of anything that is glass or plastic, the customer can have a free lipstick, eyeshadow or lipgloss. The empty containers are then sorted and recycled to use in future MAC packaging.

2.     How is this signalled on the packaging?

This is signaled through a “Back 2 MAC” imprint once you open up the product. This will let the customer know that the product they purchased are allowed to be traded in for a free product.

The Viva Glam lipsticks come in special red packaging and are labeled all over the packaging. MAC also hold special campaigns to promote the Viva Glam lipsticks.

3.     What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies (brief Google search)?

The company really tries to implement a social responsibility concept from the bottom up. The workers get trained constantly with the slogan “All ages, all races and all genders”. Which highly impacts the corporate reputation because the cosmetic industry has really struggled with inclusivity.  Additionally, MAC sources its folding cartons from a leading sustainable paper mill to further their efforts in protecting their environments.

4.     What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product ...

Not all products are “recyclable” but all other products get incinerated to not end up in a landfill.  The products are in the more expensive range within the beauty industry. MAC stands above most because of their efforts and programs to achieve social responsibility. Many other brands do not have these initiatives. One big impact MAC is lacking is “clean ingredients”, brands like “Milk Makeup” or “Kosas” where they can have the “Clean product “label.

-Perryn Thiessen

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Patagonia Long Sleeve P-6 Logo Responsibili-Tee®

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Patagonia Long Sleeve P-6 Logo Responsibili-Tee®

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1. For a product to be socially responsible, it must demonstrate that it operates in an ethical manner that minimizes its impact on the environment, uses sustainable practices, and treats their workers in a humane way.
2. When you go to shopping on Patagonia's online store, you will find that for almost all their products, they will have a dedicated section talking about the product and how it was made, where it came from, and what makes the product socially responsible. In the case of the Long Sleeve P-6 Logo Responsibili-Tee®, they provide information about how the t-shirt was made partly with plastic bottles and cotton scrap, which led to decreased water usage and CO2 emissions. They also have a section on the webpage stating where exactly the t-shirt was made and how it is fair trade certified.
3. Patagonia as a company is very known for the CSR practices and going beyond what other companies provide. Patagonia has several third-party certifications like the bluesign and Fair Trade. Bluesign is an organization that evaluates a companies supply chain and ensures that the products being made are safe for the environment, workers, and customers. The Fair Trade Certification  is given to companies who have shown their commitment to improving the lives of many factory workers across the world.
4. The major barrier for this product and other Patagonia products is the price tag. Patagonia is known to charge a premium for their products , where a simple hoodie can retails for up to $100. This is probably more than what an average consumer would spend on a hoodie, but customers area paying for more than just the hoodie. They are paying for a high-quality product that is made by a reputable company that they can support their vision. If we were to compare the Patagonia Long Sleeve P-6 Logo Responsibili-Tee® that retails for $55 to a $15 H&M t-shirt, the H&M shirt is most likely of very poor quality that wont last more than a few years of wear. Also, H&M have typically never been transparent on the sourcing of their products and they do not openly disclose that type of information to their customers.

Sean Mizukoshi

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1. What makes "socially responsible"?
Organic farming methods protect natural resources, promote biodiversity and prevent soil erosion. No pesticides, no GMOs. Certified Organic by TCO Cert. Pesticide-free, protecting biodiversity, including birds and soil erosion and also safeguarding farmers from contact with harmful chemicals.
2. How is this signalled on the packaging
The entire OneCoffee pod is made out of plant-based matter, that can degrade and turn back into the soil that will enrich the earth.
3. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies
Certified Fair Trade by Fairtrade Canada. Better prices for the farmer improved working conditions and fair terms for farm workers - all with the long-term goal of making coffee more sustainable.
4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product.
There are a lot of coffee brands in the market. The price is similar to the big coffee brand such as Tim Hortons and Starbucks. In fact, Tim Hortons and Starbucks always give a discount to the customer, but Onecoffee does give any offer or any deal. As a result, the price of Onecoffee might be a bit expensive and unwell-known product.

Kittiphon Prontadavith

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1. What makes "socially responsible"?
This product is sustainable and organic. It has a low environmental impact as it also has a plastic free product range, the product is aluminium free and are cruelty free. Therefore, it has no effect on animals and environment. The raw material used in the production is organic and has no negative effect on the users. The corporate is doing its bit by also donating 1% of its plastic free sales.

2. How is this signalled on the packaging?
The packaging is easy, clean, and mess free. They also offer products in plastic- free containers which is also good for the environment. The packaging is simple, basic and uses minimal colours so that the focus can be on the product itself and not the packaging.

3. What else do you know about the company/product CSR policies?
As mentioned before, the company/product is naturally derived and uses products that don’t harm its customers. They also donate a percentage of its sales. Lastly, they also provide the list of all its ingredients at the bac so that people know what they are using.

4. What are the barriers to purchasing this product, if any? Any trade-offs a consumer would make? Compare your product to a similar not-so-CSR product.
A barrier or trade- off for buying this product can be the facts that it is considerably expensive if compared to Dove or Nivea that sell similar stick deodorants. Another thing could be the packaging, as native products have very minimalistic approach while other brands use very colourful and attractive packaging so attract customers.

- Puneet Dullat

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To be corporate socially responsible is to conduct ethical actions for different use which includes business and personal purpose. The goal to be socially responsible is to minimize harmful consequences to the society caused by the productions in all kinds of operation; components include environment, health and safety, corporate governance, business ethics, employment equity, supply chain / distribution channel, and customer. Actions that promote CSR include using recycled materials for production, employing less waste-emission policy, regulating corporation policy ethically, and be responsible to consumers.
On the backpack, it is printed “the lining is made of 100% of recycled plastic bottles. In additional, on Matt and Nat’s official website it’s mentioned that the products of Vegan backpack series are made of vegan materials, where no leather nor any animal-based material is used for the design. This information is also provided along with the label attached to the Vegan backpack series products.
PU (polyurethane) is a biodegradable material Matt and Nat uses, its less harmful to the planet. They are currently doing research and development on using fruits skin fibers.
Some barriers are:
1) Limited product variety: The invention is still on the early stage where the resource of development is limited.
2) Slow production (Longer time required for research and development): In order to be more mature on the stage of production, more investment on R&D is needed.
3) High substitution competition: There are a lot of choices from other not-so-CSR brands available where consumers have more style options to choose from.

- Clara Chan

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1. For Lush, they use 100% post-consumer plastics while packing their pots or bottles. Their plastic bottles can be recycled through the city’s recycling program. A socially responsible company should aim to make sure that their packaging goes to the recycle bins instead of the garbage bins, which would create less burden on our landfills.
2. Lush says on its packaging that if customers can return five clear containers to any branch, they can get a free mask for free. This encourages customers to return the containers to the store. Also, it says 100% recyclable plastic on its packaging to let customers know they can safely put the empty bottle in a recyclable bin.
3. Also, Lush made their clear bottles thinner by 10% to reduce plastic usage. In 2016, this action saved almost 13,500 pounds of plastic.
4. In my opinion, it is a little bit expensive than other brands because of the organic ingredients they use in their products which might not be a good thing for them as customers can choose to buy skincare or haircare products from other inexpensive brands.

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Sisters Sage is a company offering organic self-care products. It was founded by Lynn-Marie Angus, an Indigenous woman from East Vancouver. Their lavender soap as well as other self-care and hygiene products are made using essential oils and homegrown flowers. All products are vegan and cruelty free and do not contain any palm tree oil. Each item comes in a reusable and recyclable packaging.

Sisters Sage is dedicated to close the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous entrepreneurs in Canada and want to inspire other Indigenous women to run their own businesses. The company donates many of their products to local shelters and charities, including DTES Women’s Shelter.

The products can be ordered on the company’s website and shipped across Canada and the US, customers are also able to receive free shipping on orders over $75CAD and $100USD.

-Vlada Chernova

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MarianneStrang:                                  Pela- Biodegradable Phone Cases (Found on Pela’s official website)

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MarianneStrang:                                  Pela- Biodegradable Phone Cases (Found on Pela’s official website)

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What makes biodegradable phone cases socially responsible is that they are entirely plant-based, using starches from sustainably harvested plants such as bamboo and wheat straw. They are free from anything harmful to the environment, and they have built-in antibacterial ingredients that kill 99% of bacteria. They as well can be reused and resold and are more durable so they can be kept out of landfills for longer.

An example of a biodegradable phone case is Pela phone cases which are handmade, plant-based, made from flax shive/ straw fibre (a waste byproduct of the oilseed harvest) and biopolymer, vegan, 100% compostable, and estimated to take anywhere between 6 months to 2 years to fully decompose. This brand also allows consumers to take back its product to help dispose of them if necessary, as well as donating part of their revenue to non-profit organizations such as ocean and land cleanup.

These durable and quality cases have the name of the company “Pela” on the back, bottom center of the case, delivered to a consumer with packaging made out of 100% recycled paperboard.

Something else about the company/ product is that it also holds a screen protection guarantee, so if your screen cracks while wearing Pela’s phone case, they will pay for the repairs, as well promise hassle-free exchange and returns worldwide. These eco- friendly cases have also already removed more than 15, 000 pounds of plastic waste from the waste stream, which is just the beginning for these growing company.

Some barriers to purchasing this product include its high prices for the eco-friendly phone cases, with prices that vary from $29. 95- 49. 95, for just the phone case. With a protector on the front screen the price can vary anywhere between $60 -80, which some consumers have already paid a large amount for their phone, may not like. Another barrier is the high competitor factor, as these cases and the idea can be easily replicated, improved upon, and sold for cheaper elsewhere, making Pela a weaker competitor, allowing for their threat of substitutes to be very high.

Trade-offs a consumer could make are     ones geared towards cheaper more trendy cases          such as Incipio Organicore Cases, where the lowest price is $24.99 with more colors and styles for a consumer to choose from. Another similar not-so- CSR product that Pela can be compared to is Nimble. Although Nimble phone case is the world's only iPhone case made from 100% recycled plastic bottles, with plastic-free packaging and 5% of its profit is donated to protecting the World’s Oceans and Marine life, it is not plant-based and is more expensive with its lowest price being $44. 95.

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Vessi is a vegan, waterproof, online shoe company that was started by local Vancouverites. Every shoe is 100% vegan, all of the packaging used by Vessi is 100% recyclable and the company has engaged in major charitable donations, including donating free pairs of Vessi sneakers to thousands of Canadian front-line nurses when the COVID pandemic first tore through the country.

While the box of shoes mentions how they are vegan and waterproof, the major marketing for their social responsibility is done on their website.

Vessi continually runs charitable projects such as raising money to donate meals to those in need, donating proceeds of sales towards numerous initiatives, and all year long, they fund projects to help improve the city and fight against homelessness.

Vessi shoes can easily be purchased as they are an online store and can be shipped directly to your doorstep, however, if you do not own a credit card or have internet access, it would be very difficult to purchase a pair. Adidas also sells sneakers but do not advertise any of their CSR policies on the packaging.