# Carbon Output Tech Labels Logitech's Carbon Labels Show Products' Carbon Output by Kilogram By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-06-18 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-labels References: [fastcompany](https://www.fastcompany.com/90516787/the-tech-industry-is-terrible-for-the-environment-these-new-carbon-labels-makes-it-more-transparent) & [logitech](http://www.logitech.com) Labels that declare a product's carbon footprint are beginning to appear on food and beverage packaging and [Logitech](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-2) is implementing carbon labels for its tech products. Over the course of eight years, Logitech has been auditing its environmental practices with the aid of [Natural Capital Partners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carb-alternatives), IFU and DERKA. During this journey, Logitech began implementing recycled plastic in 25% of its mice and is planning to move to 100% recycled plastic in all of its products going forward. The carbon labels can be identified by the large letter "C" and a number that shares the kilograms of carbon put out by the product—currently, Logitech’s entire gaming line is carbon-neutral. As Prakash Arunkundrum, head of sustainability and operations at Logitech, says: "If you bought a bag of chips and looked at the [nutritional label](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-nutrition-labels), you see 130 calories, and you know what it means. We want to be at the same place with carbon." Image Credit: Logitech ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Carbon Footprint Labels:** Labels that declare a product's carbon footprint are becoming more prevalent, offering opportunities for companies to differentiate themselves by reducing their carbon emissions. - **Recycled Plastic Implementation:** Companies like Logitech are increasingly using recycled plastic in their products, creating a demand for innovative recycling technologies and processes. - **Carbon-neutral Products:** The concept of carbon-neutral products is gaining traction, presenting opportunities for companies to invest in sustainable practices and offset their carbon emissions. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Goods Packaging:** The use of carbon output labels on food and beverage packaging creates opportunities for companies to showcase their environmentally friendly practices and appeal to eco-conscious consumers. - **Technology Manufacturing:** The implementation of recycled plastic and carbon-labeling in tech products like mice is driving innovation in sustainable materials and manufacturing processes in the technology industry. - **Sustainability Consulting:** The increasing demand for carbon audits and sustainable practices presents a growth opportunity for consulting firms specializing in sustainability and environmental impact assessments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eco-Minded Gaming Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecologo-certified-gaming-mice.md) - [Sustainable Productive Portable Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-2.md) - [Accessibility-Focused Technology Strategies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectrum-of-human-needs.md) - [Carbon Footprint Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbongauge.md) - [Carbon-Conscious Oat Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-beverages-for-kids.md) - [Eco-Friendly AI Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-9.md) - [Comprehensive Tech Showcase Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logiplay-2024.md) - [Carbon-Aware Game Console Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-aware.md) - [Trackable Web Emissions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-status.md)