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Organizational GovernanceOrganizational Governance
The Business of Sport Starts to Find Purpose
The Business of Sport Starts to Find Purpose
Published on December 15, 2020
About a 5 minute read

In the aftermath of 2020, the business of sport has been awakened to the fact that in the age of social good, creating positive impact is a growing requirement for any business’s license to operate. ... View More

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Innovation & Technology
Bid Adieu to This Dumpster Fire of a Year! The 2020 SB Holiday Gift Guide
Bid Adieu to This Dumpster Fire of a Year! The 2020 SB Holiday Gift Guide
Published on December 7, 2020
About a 12 minute read

No offense, 2020 — but it is high time we put you to bed and look toward the future. After the year we’ve had, we all deserve a little pampering — and so do the makers of these thoughtful, ethically made products … ... View More

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Innovation & Technology
Back to the Roots Fills Growing Need for Organic, 100% US-Grown Seeds
Back to the Roots Fills Growing Need for Organic, 100% US-Grown Seeds
Published on October 9, 2020
About a 3 minute read

The food and gardening startup furthers its mission to “undo food” with the release of organic, non-GMO, domestically grown seeds for 92 varieties of fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers — in packaging made of 100% recyclable materials. ... View More

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Innovation & Technology
Kimberly-Clark, Kotex to Mentor Startups Focused on Women’s Health, Access to Sanitation
Kimberly-Clark, Kotex to Mentor Startups Focused on Women’s Health, Access to Sanitation
Published on October 9, 2020
About a 2 minute read

The Toilet Board Coalition’s Women in the Sanitation Economy Innovation Lab has chosen five women-led, early-stage startups focused on women’s reproductive health and hygiene; and improving access to safe, sustainable sanitation options in unders... View More

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Innovation & TechnologyCircular EconomyOrganizational Governance
EVERFI Commits $100M to End Systemic Social, Economic Inequity in K-12 Schools
EVERFI Commits $100M to End Systemic Social, Economic Inequity in K-12 Schools
Published on September 18, 2020
About a 4 minute read

The social impact education provider will offer free digital education and tools to close gaps that lead to long-term, systemic inequalities for at-risk students. ... View More

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Organizational GovernanceCircular EconomyOrganizational Governance
The Role of Business in the Racial Equity and Justice Movement
The Role of Business in the Racial Equity and Justice Movement
Published on August 26, 2020
About a 14 minute read

Every problem that confronts the US today can be traced back to racist ideology. Businesses cannot survive on just the small percentage of the very wealthy buying goods. Mass incarceration, poverty, healthcare disparities — all of these issues affe... View More

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Innovation & TechnologyCircular Economy
Global Maker Challenge Finalists Tackling Food, Trade, Justice, Circularity
Global Maker Challenge Finalists Tackling Food, Trade, Justice, Circularity
Published on August 3, 2020
About a 7 minute read

This year’s global challenges centered around four themes: Sustainable and Healthy Food for All, Climate Change/Circular Economy, Innovation for Inclusive Trade, and Innovation for Peace and Justice. ... View More

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Finance & InvestmentMarketing & Communications
Global Public Thinks GDP Should Include Health, Education, Environmental Data
Global Public Thinks GDP Should Include Health, Education, Environmental Data
Published on July 29, 2020
About a 2 minute read

The 2020 GlobeScan-Ethical Markets “Beyond GDP” survey finds that an average of 72% of people across 11 countries would prefer to broaden GDP to incorporate these additional data. ... View More

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Organizational Governance
Black Lives Matter; Racial Equity Is Fundamental to Our Vision of a Flourishing Future
Black Lives Matter; Racial Equity Is Fundamental to Our Vision of a Flourishing Future
Published on June 10, 2020
About a 3 minute read

We must foster resilient and just societies in order to solve the major challenges that face the world. So, systemic racism and barriers to equity must be embedded into the sustainability equation and conversation. ... View More

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Innovation & TechnologyOrganizational Governance
SDGs Key to (Re)Building Tourism with an Eye Toward the Future
SDGs Key to (Re)Building Tourism with an Eye Toward the Future
Published on June 8, 2020
About a 6 minute read

The travel industry has done a poor job integrating the SDGs into business operations and reporting on them. But the Goals offer guidance on how to develop destinations that can appropriately manage tourism’s footprint and minimize environmental im... View More

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Marketing & CommunicationsOrganizational Governance
Brands Speak Out to Support Black Lives Matter, But Actions Speak Louder
Brands Speak Out to Support Black Lives Matter, But Actions Speak Louder
Published on June 4, 2020
About a 6 minute read

Brands are more willing than ever to take public stands in support of important issues. But while many aren’t much more than social media sound bytes, others go beyond lip service to action. ... View More

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Innovation & TechnologyMaterials & Packaging
Biomimetic Cooling, Housing Solutions Take Top Honors in Youth Design Challenge
Biomimetic Cooling, Housing Solutions Take Top Honors in Youth Design Challenge
Published on May 28, 2020
About a 2 minute read

The Biomimicry Institute’s third annual Youth Design Challenge engaged 6,000 students across the US; and yielded ingenious designs for solutions to problems in cities and nature alike. ... View More

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Collaboration & Co-Creation
Humanscale, EcoRise Partner to Bring Sustainability Education to Classrooms Across the US
Humanscale, EcoRise Partner to Bring Sustainability Education to Classrooms Across the US
Published on May 15, 2020
About a 2 minute read

Program will help teachers foster students’ leadership skills, critical thinking and environmental literacy; and provide a Student Innovation Fund for projects that improve schools’ environmental performance. ... View More

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Organizational Governance
Finding a Job with Purpose Amid the COVID-19 Crisis
Finding a Job with Purpose Amid the COVID-19 Crisis
Published on May 8, 2020
About a 8 minute read

Finding a job in sustainability or social impact wasn’t easy even before COVID-19 blindsided and bludgeoned the global economy. Your sustainability and social impact job search will be challenging, but if you stay motivated and keep trying, you wil... View More

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Organizational Governance
Q&A: As Stakeholders Demand More from Business, B Corps Rise to the Occasion
Q&A: As Stakeholders Demand More from Business, B Corps Rise to the Occasion
Published on May 6, 2020
About a 7 minute read

Here, Lisa Geason-Bauer, founder of Evolution Marketing, discusses the importance of diversity, inclusivity and employee engagement; as well as how B Corps are ideally placed to meet the rapidly changing needs of businesses today and in the future. ... View More

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Organizational Governance
12 More Brands Using Their Powers for Good During the Pandemic
12 More Brands Using Their Powers for Good During the Pandemic
Published on April 29, 2020
About a 11 minute read

As the COVID crisis wears on, we wanted to applaud 10 more of our Sustainable Brands community members that have donated their time, money and products and/or pivoted their business models to get people in need what they need, fast. ... View More

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Materials & Packaging
Now Is the Time to Detox the Fashion Industry — Here's How to Do It
Now Is the Time to Detox the Fashion Industry — Here's How to Do It
Published on April 15, 2020
About a 4 minute read

Can the fashion industry take the lead to reduce the use of harmful chemicals and become an influential global force in sustainability? ZDHC Foundation Executive Director Frank Michel outlines why now is the time for the industry to stick to its sust... View More

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Consumer Behavior ChangeMarketing & Communications
New App Aims to Reconnect Youth with Wonders of the Natural World
New App Aims to Reconnect Youth with Wonders of the Natural World
Published on March 16, 2020
About a 3 minute read

Mammalz is a mobile- and web-based, community-driven content platform giving youth around the globe a highly engaging and interactive way to connect with nature. ... View More

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Circular Economy
Report: Existing Climate Solutions Sufficient to Reach ‘Drawdown’ by Mid-2040s
Report: Existing Climate Solutions Sufficient to Reach ‘Drawdown’ by Mid-2040s
Published on March 3, 2020
About a 2 minute read

‘The Drawdown Review’ provides the most in-depth assessment to date of climate solutions and their potential to reduce greenhouse gases and build a climate-safe future. ... View More

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Organizational Governance
Japanese Companies, Schools Join Forces on Career Education to Promote Sustainable Society
Japanese Companies, Schools Join Forces on Career Education to Promote Sustainable Society
Published on January 24, 2020
About a 4 minute read

Companies are keen to get involved in school education to improve awareness and understanding of their products and industry, but also to nurture human resources and potential future employees. ... View More

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