This report evaluates the potential benefits of replacing paper shelf labels with electronic shelf labels (ESLs) in the Canadian retail sector with respect to GHG emissions. The research assesses the impact of adopting ESL in retail stores across Canada. Data collected from research estimates the total paper consumption within the industry.

Partner: Smart Label Solutions Inc.
Funder: Smart Label Solutions Inc.
Keywords: leadership & behaviour change, waste management & recycling, sustainability practise 

PDF icon 2023-016_Paper Shelf Label Emissions vs E-Labels_Kwatra.pdf
Climate Change & Energy
Human Well-being & Social Systems
Production, Consumption & Waste
Sidharth Kwatra
UBC Sustainability Scholars report
2023