Consumption and Production Lab

Our planet has provided us with an abundance of natural resources, however we still do not utilize them responsibly. We must learn how to use and produce in sustainable ways that will reverse the harm we have inflicted on the planet. Achieving this goal requires a strong framework for sustainable consumption and production that is integrated into all business practices.

Learn how you can tackle issues surrounding sustainable consumption and production by joining the Consumption and Production Lab, part of Prepr’s Sustainable Innovation Lab series.

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UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.

UN Sustainable Development Goal #12: Responsible Consumption and Production

This UNESCO goal aims for the sustainable and efficient use of natural resources around the world by 2030. This includes a substantial reduction in waste through prevention, reduction, recycling and reuse.[

Key facts about responsible consumption and production

Should the global population reach 9.6 billion by 2050, the equivalent of almost three planets could be required to provide the natural resources needed to sustain current lifestyles.

93% of the world’s 250 largest companies are now reporting on sustainability.

Less than 3% of the world’s water is fresh (drinkable), of which 2.5% is frozen in the Antarctica, Arctic and glaciers.

More than 1 billion people still do not have access to fresh water.

Households consume 29% of global energy and consequently contribute to 21% of resultant CO2 emissions.

The share of renewable energy in final energy consumption has reached 17.5% in 2015.

In 2002 the motor vehicle stock in OECD countries was 550 million vehicles (75% of which were personal cars). A 32% increase in vehicle ownership is expected by 2020.

The per capita “material footprint” of developing countries increased from 5 metric tons in 2000 to 9 metric tons in 2017.

Motor vehicle kilometers are projected to increase by 40% and global air travel is projected to triple in the same period.

Each year, an estimated 1/3 of all food produced – equivalent to 1.3 billion tons worth around $1 trillion – ends up rotting in the bins of consumers and retailers, or spoiling due to poor transportation and harvesting practices.

The food sector accounts for around 30% of the world’s total energy consumption and accounts for around 22% of total Greenhouse Gas emissions.

By joining the Consumption and Production Lab, you can:

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Build solutions for the real world using our expert tools and resources

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Connect and share your innovations with like-minded experts and entrepreneurs using Prepr’s virtual Lab network

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Go from problem to pitch deck in 90 days or less using Prepr’s P.I.E.® Framework

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Build a portfolio project or CSR initiative that stands out and makes a real-world impact

Ready to build for a better future?

Get recognized for solving real-world problems. Join the Production and Consumption Lab today.