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Awareness of Tourism’s Impacts Requires a Rethink of Marketing’s Function
Tourism marketing has largely centered around traveler desires such as pleasant weather and low prices. Now, it must also consider how travelers’ presence impacts locals, the local economy, wildlife and the natural environment. ... View More
Efforts to Scale Regenerative Ag Bearing Fruit Around the World
This week in regenerative-ag news, Heineken, innocent Drinks and Rainforest Alliance all revealed progress in scaling practices that increase resilience in food and beverage supply chains around the world. ... View More
Consumers, Brewers Taking a Closer Look at Beer’s Environmental Impact
As Deschutes and Patagonia Provisions partner on beers made from regenerative grain, nearly 50% of beer lovers around the world say they will pay more for a sustainable brew. ... View More
This Partnership Is Set to Slash Scope 3 Emissions in the Meat Sector
New partnership between the Meat Institute and Supplier LOCT signifies a pivotal moment in the effort to tackle the climate impacts of our food system and offers a template for other industries to follow. ... View More
More Companies Cutting Deforestation Out of Supply Chains
Barriers remain, particularly around data; but a joint AFi-CDP report finds 7% of companies assessed have eliminated deforestation from at least one supply chain. ... View More
Abillion: Fueling the Plant-Based Revolution from Platform to Plate
Abillion founder & CEO Vikas Garg shares insights and impacts from the app — which has become the world’s largest consumer-review platform for vegan foods and products. ... View More
New Collaborations Lay Further Groundwork for Circular Fashion Economy
A new report from Fashion for Good’s Sorting for Circularity maps pathway to scaling fiber-to-fiber recycling within the US, while brands joining the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Fashion Remodel initiative explore ways to make money without mak... View More
Could GMOs Increase Global Food Security in a Changing Climate?
While there are still unknowns regarding the long-term ecosystem impacts of genetically modified crops, their potential benefits merit another look before climate change takes an irreversible toll on our food system. ... View More
LEGO Employee Pay Now Linked to Meeting Climate Goals
The toymaker has announced a new annual KPI to encourage all salaried employees to help the company lower emissions across its factories, stores and offices around the world. ... View More
Education, Business, Community Initiatives Elevating Young Changemakers
Two rich panel discussions at SB Brand-Led Culture Change featured insights from organizations across the business landscape on how to maximize impact and opportunities for the next generation of diverse, young talent. ... View More
Concrete Is Causing the Downfall of Cities. Literally.
In addition to generating 8% of global carbon emissions, recent studies have highlighted another negative impact of the world’s most popular building material — its weight, which is causing a host of coastal cities to sink faster than sea levels ... View More
Amidst India’s Tourism Boom, Boutique Accommodations Focus on Sustainability
Whereas the country’s major cities have attracted the major hotel construction in the past, boutique properties and hotel chains alike are popping up in lesser-known areas — to showcase not only the natural appeal but the proprietors’ commitmen... View More
New Guide Outlines 7 Principles for Partnering with Frontline Communities
The Business Guide to Advancing Climate Justice grounds its principles in the experiences of the communities most affected by climate change to empower businesses to prioritize regenerative practices and social responsibility. ... View More
Despite Global Commitments, Deforestation Is Surging: 5 Ways Companies Can Right the Ship
October’s commitment by the countries home to our major rainforests — as well as prior agreements from COP, the US and the EU — show serious intent. Here’s how companies can effectively protect critical biodiversity. ... View More
Will a Global Plastics Treaty Effectively Curb Plastic Pollution?
Not at this rate: In one corner, industry bodies and petrochemical companies call for enhanced recycling and the increased use of materials with recycled content. In the other, climate campaigners continue to push for cuts in production — an argume... View More
Alternative Packaging Alliance Out to Reshape the Conversation Around Boxed Wine
The group — comprised of seven higher-end wine producers — is bringing a decidedly hip, modern update to a segment with a big perception issue. ... View More
The SBTi Drama Underscores the Urgent Need for Valid Scope 3 Solutions
Whether carbon credits ought to be used to account for Scope 3 emissions is a debate that must continue — involving many more stakeholders, so that views on both sides of the fence are heard and considered. ... View More
15 Startups in Mars’ 1st ‘Unreasonable Food’ Cohort Poised to Future-Proof Food
Mars Snacking and Unreasonable Group will work with the selected rapid-growth ventures to scale their sustainable solutions in the first year. ... View More
Meet 2 Companies Upcycling Food Waste to Make Beauty More Sustainable
Biotech startups Kaffe Bueno and The Upcycled Beauty Company are transforming food-manufacturing waste streams into high-quality ingredients for personal-care products. ... View More
Polycrises Threatening Planetary Health Cannot Be Addressed in Silos
As The Lancet warns in a new report, failing to consider interactions between climate, biodiversity and infectious disease will not address the fundamental issues affecting each — and the consequences will be 'exponentially more expensive.' ... View More
