INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
With the year in full swing, we expect to see further innovations to increase energy efficiency, reduce water consumption; and overall, advance sustainability in the energy industry.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
Commissioned by EV makers Polestar and Rivian, the report details three levers that need to be pulled in unison and at full tilt for the industry to meet critical climate-action targets.
CONSUMER BEHAVIOR CHANGE -
Through its acquisition of Dreams Technology, Doconomy becomes the first provider to offer a holistic solution that drives meaningful climate and social impact for the financial services industry.
SUPPLY CHAIN -
Investing in data and transparency in anticipation of disclosure demands will give brands and retailers greater visibility into their supply chains, so they will be better positioned to weather the changing regulatory landscape.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
Yale’s latest ‘Climate Change in the American Mind’ report reveals respondents’ feelings about climate change and the role of business and government in driving meaningful action — beginning with a transition to clean energy.
FINANCE & INVESTMENT -
“Since extensive built infrastructure generally overlaps with high levels of economic activity and capital value, it is imperative that the physical risk of climate change is appropriately understood and priced."
FINANCE & INVESTMENT -
It is important to know the difference between these terms — and the potential for there to be some divergence between how a company performs on either measure. A company with a high impact rating and low ESG risk doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a great investment opportunity.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
In many parts of the US, the dairy farmer is a staple in the agricultural
landscape; yet many multi-generational dairies are closing their barn doors. Solutions such as anaerobic digesters not only help farms mitigate their environmental impacts, they create new revenue streams and cost savings.
FINANCE & INVESTMENT -
Investment portfolio emissions make up the lion’s share of an asset owner’s footprint. The Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance’s newest Protocol aims to fight inertia in pro-climate financing and get investor portfolios in line with science by 2050.
FINANCE & INVESTMENT -
For brands that pulled out of Russia after the invasion of Ukraine, the cost was in the billions. But Russia is a tiny economy compared to China; and the costs of inaction on ESG issues could be multitudes of magnitude bigger.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
Study by Burton, New Balance, Patagonia, REI, Gore and the Outdoor Industry Association reveal major CO2, cost and energy savings with decarbonized heating processes.
MATERIALS & PACKAGING -
By controlling and replicating natural processes, Brilliant Planet’s
technology can permanently sequester CO2 from the air while also deacidifying the ocean.
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS -
Directing $7M to improving lives instead of selling products sends a powerful message of hope and generosity to millions of Super Bowl fans.
ORGANIZATIONAL GOVERNANCE -
Industry leaders provide guidance for prioritizing changes to your
organization’s real estate and workplace strategy to maximize employee productivity, retention and wellbeing.
ORGANIZATIONAL GOVERNANCE -
The 7.8-magnitude quake is the strongest to hit the region since 1939. A growing number of brands have been quick to offer various forms of relief support for the area.
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS -
The strategic initiative will include impact-focused brand activations and products to engage consumers in Global Citizen’s mission to end extreme poverty.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
Starting in October, the country will phase out a variety of single-use plastic products; but most think it does not go far enough to tackle pollution and waste.
SUPPLY CHAIN -
These types of farming practices will ensure the soil used to grow cotton remains healthy enough to grow the crop year after year.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
Industry players must keep making their products even more attractive, appeal to older generations and bring down costs. Only then can we address the significant environmental impacts of animal agriculture while satisfying the meat-loving masses.