Assets About Politics/Policy
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Outvertising to Brands: Stand Your Ground This Pride Month
As the advocacy group asserts: ‘This is a time that calls for commitment and courage. Your action can be made in the sound knowledge that you have the majority behind you.' ... View More
Anti-ESG Rhetoric in US Unaligned with Public’s Views on Business Imperative for Action
Two-thirds of US adults surveyed want companies to continue environmental, social, governance action; more than half have positive view of the term. ... View More
US States Cracking Down on Toxic Chemicals in Processed Food, Cosmetics
California and Washington are the latest states to attempt to fill gaps in public-health safeguards, thanks to a lack of federal protections against certain commonly used chemicals. ... View More
What a Zombie Apocalypse Can Teach Us About the Fight for Social Justice
Here are three lessons social-impact leaders can learn from Ellie — the 14-year-old protagonist in “The Last of Us” — for dealing with these increasingly challenging times. ... View More
More and More Talent Ready to Leave Companies Over Misalignment of Values
From ‘quiet quitting’ to conscious quitting: Despite economic uncertainty, 51% of employees surveyed would consider resigning if employers do not align with own values. ... View More
Unlocking the Power of Tax to Drive Climate Action
Global government action must accelerate to ensure the ‘polluter pays’ principle is enacted. In turn, businesses and citizens will be compelled to consider the cost of carbon-intensive goods. ... View More
Food Donation Improvement Act Brings Measured Change, Opportunity to Reduce US Food Waste
Updated federal guidelines that reduce donor liability could begin to change the conversation around what is acceptable to consumers, especially as much-needed food begins to make its way to those who need it most. ... View More
The Vibe Shift Is Here: What That Means for Us and the Planet in 2023
From my perspective as a scientist who’s been working on climate change and environmental resilience since before the crisis made front-page headlines, here are the four biggest trends I foresee defining 2023. ... View More
2022 Trends in Purpose and What They Mean for the Year Ahead
This year, we saw companies double-down on purpose amidst a rise in consumer skepticism and politically motivated attacks on ESG. Below are six notable trends and what they might mean for 2023. ... View More
Politics and Purpose: The US Consumer Response to Purpose-Driven Marketing Across the Political Spectrum
How does identifying with a certain political party, generation or minority group influence whether consumers think more highly or more disapprovingly of a brand taking on a cause? Here is what we learned. ... View More
UN Forum on Business and Human Rights, Day 3: Responsible Lobbying vs ‘Corporate Capture’
For most readers, bribery or corruption aren’t part of your everyday experience — though they should be part of due diligence processes on your business partners and supply chain. However, the danger that one department says one thing and another... View More
COP27 Yields Landmark Deal to Compensate Developing Nations for Climate Damage, But Backpedals on Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels
COP27 ended with an agreement to create a funding facility to compensate vulnerable nations for ‘loss and damage’ from climate disasters; but weakened language around the phase-out of fossil fuels opens a dangerous loophole that could threaten de... View More
Climate Change in the Divided States: Why Polarization Should Be Sustainability’s Most Important Issue
If we continue to be distracted by our biennial game of political ping-pong, we are unlikely to avoid the most devastating impacts of climate change — unless we fundamentally address the underlying causes of polarization and disinformation as part ... View More
Campaigns from Fridays for Future, Universal Music Group Aim to Usher Young Voters to the Polls
Fridays for Future reminds US voters about the real existential threat to our planetary health, while UMG launches new installments of its ‘Use Your Voice’ and ‘Pull Up to the Polls’ initiatives to support voter education and to help get youn... View More
COP27: Focus on Policy and Process, Not Promises
As world leaders prepare to gather for COP27, sharp focus is once again on how governments can tackle the ongoing climate crisis. But there is a danger that retailers and brands will take a ‘wait-and-see’ approach about any resulting policy chang... View More
The Evolving Role of Director of Sustainability: Keys to Success in Times of Volatility
ESG is a dynamic space, with continuous shifts even in nomenclature — from compliance, assurance CSR and sustainability to ESG, wellbeing, regeneration and impact. It is no wonder those working in the space find the tasks and skills required of the... View More
Brands Walk Their Talk in Support of Women’s Rights
Setbacks such as the overturning of Roe v. Wade offer brands the opportunity to demonstrate their true commitment to supporting a healthy, equitable future for all. ... View More
Q&A: The Role of Corporate Integrity, Authenticity in a Polarized World
As governments and public entities remain slow-moving, companies backing their values with action matters more than ever. But for those unsure how to respond to shifting expectations, how do they know they’re leading in a responsible way? ... View More
Corporate Political Responsibility: The Missing Link in Companies’ ESG Strategies
The disconnect between many companies’ public sustainability ambitions and their non-public lobbying efforts can no longer be excused. The Erb Institute’s Corporate Political Responsibility Taskforce is helping companies connect the dots. ... View More
Companies Must Follow Climate Science Straight to Capitol Hill
Setting climate goals and claiming leadership while supporting laws that would oppose the realization of those goals is not just bad for a company’s reputation and the hiring of young talent — such misalignment also poses a systemic risk that is ... View More
