Unscented Marseille Soap Bar - 10.5 oz

Compact by Design is an initiative we created to identify products that, while they may not always look very different, have a more efficient design. The removal of excess air and water from these products results in less packaging required, making them more efficient to ship. At scale, these small differences in product size and weight lead to significant reductions in carbon emissions.

Focus on sustainability is the driving force behind Compact by Design. Small changes in product size and weight can have a substantial impact on lowering carbon emissions. Here are a few of the many ways products can qualify for this designation:

One of the key criteria is the reduction of excess packaging materials. By eliminating unnecessary air and water content, product sizes and weights can be optimized, leading to more efficient transportation and distribution. This, in turn, reduces the carbon footprint associated with shipping these items.

Another important factor is the overall design efficiency of the product. Compact by Design seeks out items that have been meticulously engineered to minimize their physical dimensions and weight, without compromising their functionality or quality. Even small tweaks to the product's structure or composition can contribute to meaningful emissions savings.

The cumulative effect of these design improvements is significant. When multiplied across millions of units, the savings in packaging materials, fuel, and emissions can be substantial. Compact by Design provides a framework for consumers to identify and choose products that are thoughtfully designed with sustainability in mind.

By highlighting these eco-friendly alternatives, we aim to encourage manufacturers to prioritize efficient product design as a key aspect of their sustainability efforts. The more consumers demand and support these types of products, the greater the incentive for companies to invest in innovative, low-impact solutions.

Ultimately, Compact by Design is about leveraging small, incremental changes to drive large-scale environmental benefits. By focusing on the optimization of product size and weight, we can make meaningful progress towards a more sustainable future, one purchase at a time.

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