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Marci Zaroff: Regenerative Ag Can Heal the Textile Industry — and the Planet

Entrepreneur and author Marci Zaroff coined the term ‘eco-fashion’ back in the mid-‘90s. Here, we discuss why sustainable fashion has taken so long to have its ‘moment’ and how regenerative ag could heal the planet along with the damaging t... View More

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Decolonizing Wealth: What If Money Could Heal Us?

In this excerpt from his bestselling book, "Decolonizing Wealth," award-winning author and philanthropic advisor Edgar Villanueva provides a glimpse into how money can help to disrupt some of the deep, systemic inequities in this country, i... View More

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Cartier, Kering Lead Initiative to Future-Fit Watch and Jewelry Production

The two luxury giants and the Responsible Jewellery Council have partnered on an industry-first initiative to broaden and strengthen efforts to transform the jewelry industry for climate resilience, with the SDGs at their core. ... View More

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1.8M Fairtrade Farmers to World Leaders: 'Keep Your Climate Promises'

Signed by Fairtrade producers in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean, the letter warns governments of developed nations that their lack of climate action is threatening farmers' livelihoods and global food supplies. ... View More

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In the Loop: Sustainable Development Models, Extending Product Lifecycles Furthering a Circular Future

Through Dow’s ‘Looped In’ series, sustainability experts across the company connect with industry leaders to discuss initiatives and partnerships that work toward building a more circular economy and explore what we can learn from the results. ... View More

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Tourism Industry’s Vision for the Future Is Collaborative, Locally Focused

Many people are becoming more aware of their environmental footprint and the impact they have on people and the planet. This awareness can be harnessed by the tourism industry to shift passive sea-and-sun tourists into more conscientious, actively en... View More

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A Just Transition: How Nestlé is Taking a New Approach Across Our Value Chain

Whether in our personal lives or in business, doing only what is required or expected is generally unsatisfying. If your plan of action means doing the bare minimum, the status quo is the likely result. ... View More

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Stanley Black & Decker Commits $25M to Train Over 3M Skilled Trade Workers

As the latest company to use its size and scale to help equip the next generation of workers, SBD’s ‘Empower Makers’ grants aim to advance and accelerate vocational skills training programs in the next five years — and change misconceptions t... View More

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30-Year-Old Entrepreneur Putting Africa Front and Center in Global Circular Economy

Ray Onovwigun and his startup, Romco Metals, have seized the opportunity to build the capacity and infrastructure Africa needs to become a global player in the recovery and recycling of valuable metals. ... View More

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‘Back to Life’ Program Seeds Regenerative Tourism Framework in New Zealand

Taking advantage of the forced pandemic pause and building off the momentum of a less extractive tourism model already taking shape in the country’s Bay of Plenty, the online program provided a foundation for shaping thriving host communities roote... View More

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Airbnb, UNESCO Partner to Promote Cultural Tourism — Starting in Mexico

The initiative will promote destinations and experiences outside the traditional tourist circuit — engaging local tourist communities, integrating the creative and cultural sector into local tourism value chains, and contributing to the development... View More

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McCormick & Co Partners to Offer Suppliers Sustainability-Linked Financing

Through a new partnership with IFC and Citi, McCormick’s herbs and spices suppliers can qualify for discounted rates on short-term working-capital financing when they meet McCormick’s sustainability standards. ... View More

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PayPal Joins Catalyst Fund to Explore Connections Between Digital Finance, Climate Resilience

The global inclusive tech accelerator has also announced its latest cohort of companies bringing fintech solutions to underserved communities. ... View More

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Chipotle, Chobani, Verizon Among Companies Committing to Financial Health of US Workforce

Member companies will assess the financial security and health of their employees as part of a new effort to address the economic hardships of workers. ... View More

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Startup Aiming to Redesign Food Industry, One Plant-Based ‘Suppa’ at a Time

Future Fit Foods’ line of nutritious, sustainably sourced, freeze-dried soups is the company’s first step in its mission to reinvent food from ingredients to packaging — and truly democratize sustainable nutrition. ... View More

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On World Chocolate Day, Remember – Our Choices Can Change the Lives of Cocoa Farmers

A new campaign around World Chocolate Day aims to help consumers understand the exploitation that too often accompanies the farming, trade and production of chocolate treats — while highlighting the positive impacts of choosing fair and ethically s... View More

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‘Moms Deserve More’ Flower Store Quantifies What Moms Really Deserve This Mother's Day

The online flower shop’s bouquets — which include The Unpaid Work Bouquet and The Lack of Childcare Bouquet — cost up to $800B, reflecting the true value of mothers' work and the true economic cost of adequately thanking them. ... View More

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10 Global Companies Take Action Towards Living Wages

Aldi, Fairphone, L’Oréal, Unilever and more are taking action towards ensuring living wages for workers throughout their supply chains — and calling on others to do the same. ... View More

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Partnerships Helping Dow Create Shared Value, Eliminate Waste Across the World

Through strategic partnerships in Brazil and South Africa, Dow has helped create jobs, education and infrastructure for more efficient waste management, in turn generating sustainable ripple effects throughout the regions. ... View More

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Palm Oil — Redeeming an ‘Evil Crop’

In this excerpt from his new book, Honor Thy Label, Dr. Bronner's Gero Leson shares the company's years-long journey to establishing a stable supply chain for fair trade, organic palm oil. ... View More

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