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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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Circular EconomyCollaboration & Co-CreationMarketing & CommunicationsOrganizational Governance
Coalition of CEOs Endorses Economic Roadmap for Sustainable Post-COVID Recovery
Coalition of CEOs Endorses Economic Roadmap for Sustainable Post-COVID Recovery
Published on August 11, 2020
About a 3 minute read

In an open letter, the group of 14 CEOs calls on governments to accelerate such a transition by recognizing and supporting purpose-first business as an emerging fourth sector of the economy. ... View More

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Circular Economy
Could the Great American Outdoors Act Lead to Equitable Access to Nature?
Could the Great American Outdoors Act Lead to Equitable Access to Nature?
Published on July 23, 2020
About a 4 minute read

Finally, something both parties can agree on — the passage of the Great American Outdoors Act is not only a beacon of hope for preservation of the US’ national parks, it could help ensure that the entire country has access to the restorative powe... View More

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Innovation & TechnologyCircular Economy
Young Innovators Compete on Ideas to Build Back Better in Latin America
Young Innovators Compete on Ideas to Build Back Better in Latin America
Published on July 17, 2020
About a 2 minute read

UNEP’s Innovation for Sustainable Lifestyles Competition sees college-level entrepreneurs developing solutions in the areas of transportation, building and food to help the region rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic. ... View More

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Circular Economy
The Private Sector Can (and Must) Clean Up the Oceans
The Private Sector Can (and Must) Clean Up the Oceans
Published on June 29, 2020
About a 4 minute read

The private sector must collaborate with the public sector to clean up plastic pollution in our waterways. Entities such as the TerraCycle Global Foundation have an opportunity to increase conservation and create value for all stakeholders in the wor... View More

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Finance & InvestmentCircular Economy
Impact Investing Grows, But There’s Still a Long Road to Financial Inclusion
Impact Investing Grows, But There’s Still a Long Road to Financial Inclusion
Published on June 29, 2020
About a 4 minute read

More funds and firms are targeting financially underserved communities, but the impact investing movement and government funding need to be more accessible and intentional to address systemic inequalities and racial disparities in investing. ... View More

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Finance & InvestmentCircular Economy
Canada, EU Attach Sustainable Strings to Their COVID-Recovery Plans
Canada, EU Attach Sustainable Strings to Their COVID-Recovery Plans
Published on May 27, 2020
About a 4 minute read

Both Canada and the European Union have unveiled plans to rebuild their post-pandemic recovery plans that put sustainability front and center. Will other governments follow suit? ... View More

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Collaboration & Co-CreationMarketing & CommunicationsOrganizational GovernanceRegulation & Public Policy
300+ Business Leaders Tell Congress: We Can Build Back Better
300+ Business Leaders Tell Congress: We Can Build Back Better
Published on May 21, 2020
About a 5 minute read

Last week’s LEAD on Climate 2020 sent a message to Congress that business leaders have not lost sight of the climate crisis — even as they tackle the COVID-19 crisis. Washington should follow their lead. ... View More

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Circular EconomyCollaboration & Co-Creation
155 Business Leaders Push Governments for Net-Zero COVID-Recovery Plan
155 Business Leaders Push Governments for Net-Zero COVID-Recovery Plan
Published on May 19, 2020
About a 3 minute read

In the largest-ever, UN-backed, CEO-led climate advocacy effort, major multinationals — all part of the Science Based Targets initiative — reaffirm their own commitments to achieving zero-carbon economy and call on governments to match their ambi... View More

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Marketing & Communications
LEAD on Climate 2020 to Be Largest-Ever Virtual Lawmaker Advocacy Day for Climate Action
LEAD on Climate 2020 to Be Largest-Ever Virtual Lawmaker Advocacy Day for Climate Action
Published on May 12, 2020
About a 1 minute read

300+ businesses in the largest-ever call to action from business leaders to the US Congress will call for a build-back-better strategy that centers around a resilient, clean energy economy. ... View More

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Circular EconomyCircular EconomyCollaboration & Co-Creation
Trending: Public, Private Sectors Rallying to Reduce COVID-Fueled Food Waste
Trending: Public, Private Sectors Rallying to Reduce COVID-Fueled Food Waste
Published on May 4, 2020
About a 4 minute read

In the face of rampant supply chain disruptions, resulting in mounting food waste, a nationwide distributor and an agricultural powerhouse are doing what they can to cut it out of the equation. ... View More

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Finance & InvestmentCircular Economy
Predictions About the New Normal in Sustainable Investing Post-COVID-19
Predictions About the New Normal in Sustainable Investing Post-COVID-19
Published on April 27, 2020
About a 5 minute read

Many investment firms are modifying their strategies and valuation models over the long term in the wake of the pandemic. Over the next 12 to 36 months, the following six mega-trends promise to reshape the business practices and investing. ... View More

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Circular EconomyCircular Economy
Scotland’s Circular Ambitions Take (Hopefully Temporary) Back Seat During Pandemic
Scotland’s Circular Ambitions Take (Hopefully Temporary) Back Seat During Pandemic
Published on April 22, 2020
About a 5 minute read

COVID-19 has delayed both the Scottish Climate Change Plan update and the Scottish Circular Economy Bill. While it’s unclear now whether the latter will ever see the light of day, stakeholders agree that the delay is a welcome opportunity to reass... View More

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Organizational Governance
SDGs White Paper: A Compass That Indicates Where Japan Is Today and Should Head in the Future
SDGs White Paper: A Compass That Indicates Where Japan Is Today and Should Head in the Future
Published on April 17, 2020
About a 4 minute read

The SDGs White Paper 2019 aims to help promote fundamental understanding of the SDGs — featuring sections that use concrete case studies and data to clearly explain what is happening in the world, what the issues are, and what Japan is doing on eac... View More

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Consumer Behavior Change
Forest for the Trees: Is the New Normal a Great Mistake?
Forest for the Trees: Is the New Normal a Great Mistake?
Published on March 20, 2020
About a 3 minute read

I suggest we take a deep breath, pause and assess what our reactions to the Coronavirus will do for the climate crisis and sustainability movement. We may be doing more harm than good in taking these drastic actions to cancel events and meetings aime... View More

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Collaboration & Co-CreationCircular Economy
100 US Companies, Investors Throw Weight Behind Transportation and Climate Initiative
100 US Companies, Investors Throw Weight Behind Transportation and Climate Initiative
Published on March 13, 2020
About a 2 minute read

A diverse group of investors, companies and organizations across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic US are urging the region’s governors to adopt the TCI — what they’re calling a ‘once-in-a-generation opportunity.’ ... View More

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Marketing & Communications
Climate Crisis Considered Our Greatest Challenge — and We're Overwhelmed
Climate Crisis Considered Our Greatest Challenge — and We're Overwhelmed
Published on March 12, 2020
About a 2 minute read

A Vattenfall survey has found that the public see climate change as the main challenge of our age; while doomsday media coverage is compounding our anxiety about it, we're still looking to business and governments to save us. ... View More

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Marketing & Communications
Report: Predatory Marketing Tactics a Top Threat to Children’s Wellbeing
Report: Predatory Marketing Tactics a Top Threat to Children’s Wellbeing
Published on February 20, 2020
About a 3 minute read

While climate change and intensifying carbon emissions still top the list of factors endangering a healthy future for the world’s children, a new report finds that marketing of harmful products aimed at children is another major threat to their wel... View More

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Circular EconomyCircular EconomyMaterials & Packaging
Anti-Plastic Regulation Risks Less Sustainable Alternatives
Anti-Plastic Regulation Risks Less Sustainable Alternatives
Published on February 12, 2020
About a 5 minute read

Faced with shortages of suitable recycled material, a growing consumer backlash and a hostile regulatory environment, it is no wonder that some companies are shifting away from plastics. But encouraging this shift towards material choices that do lit... View More

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Circular EconomyCircular EconomyInnovation & Technology
Will We Get Closer to Circularity in 2020?
Will We Get Closer to Circularity in 2020?
Published on February 4, 2020
About a 5 minute read

While the concept of a circular economy has made its way into the public consciousness; unfortunately, as of 2018, circularity globally is only at 9%. In order for circularity to deliver on its potential in this decade, we’ll need to see more of ... View More

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