Methodology - FAVIA
The FAVIA Methodology—short for “F”ramework, “A”pproach, “V”alidation, “I”mprovement, and “A”lignment—guides how sustainability is embedded into every stage of a medal’s life cycle. Each eco medal is evaluated not only for its design, but for how responsibly it uses materials, supports communities, and manages its overall impact.
Our Sustainable Framework
We apply a measurable, principle-based approach to sustainability. Every innovation follows a consistent structure — from material selection to end-of-life — to ensure accountability and comparability.
Our methodology is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and guided by the ISO 14067 framework on product carbon-footprint assessment.
Cradle to Grave Approach
Wherever possible, each assessment considers the complete life cycle of a medal — from raw material extraction through production, packaging, use, and end-of-life. This cradle-to-grave approach ensures that sustainability decisions account for total impact, not isolated stages.
Raw Material
Material selection prioritizes sustainability attributes such as recyclability, renewability, and reduced embodied carbon. Each material is evaluated for environmental performance in accordance with recognized lifecycle assessment principles.
Production
Manufacturing processes emphasize resource efficiency, waste minimization, and emission reduction. Localized production is adopted where feasible to reduce transportation-related impacts and support responsible supply chains.
Packaging
Packaging design adheres to minimal-impact principles, employing recyclable or biodegradable materials and avoiding single-use plastics. Packaging weight and volume are optimized to further reduce carbon footprint during distribution.
Use
The medal’s functional phase extends beyond symbolic recognition, incorporating design features that enable secondary use or prolong product life. This approach reinforces user engagement in sustainable consumption practices.
End Of Life
End-of-life management is facilitated through take-back and recycling initiatives under the Repurpose Programme. Materials are reintroduced into circular systems through recycling, composting, or repurposing pathways consistent with cradle-to-grave impact assessment models.
Data & Validation
We combine internal data with established environmental references to ensure accuracy and comparability.
Internal data include:
- Material composition and weight per unit.
- Energy and resource inputs provided by suppliers & partners.
- Transport and packaging distances.
External references include:
- Public life-cycle databases and emission-factor libraries.
- Peer-reviewed studies and established sustainability models.
Results are treated as directional but reliable, refined progressively as new material or supplier data become available.
Review & Improvement
Feedback from partner organizations, event organizers, and research collaborators is integrated into the review cycle. These inputs are analyzed to identify areas of improvement in measurement accuracy, operational implementation, and user behavior alignment.
Alignment with Global Goals
This methodology supports the goals of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) by encouraging responsible production, climate action, ethical growth, innovation, and strong partnerships for sustainable impact.
Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation
Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development
The Eco Medal Label
Inspired by our FAVIA Methodology — a symbol of accountability, traceability, and impact.
