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Circular Economy

The constant stream of new models, products and processes that are helping organizations extend the useful life of resources and materials while reducing, repurposing and ultimately eliminating waste in all its forms

Science Based Targets Initiative Developing Global Standard for Corporate Net-Zero Targets

SBTi has released a new paper that lays the foundations for establishing credible, science-based net-zero targets for the corporate sector. Read More...

Facing Finance's Race Problem: How a Diverse Financial System Can Narrow Inequality

When everyone involved in financial product development looks the same — either on paper, or by the color of their skin — then, what we ultimately create often fuels inequality. Read More...

Google Has Erased Its Entire ‘Carbon Legacy,’ Sets Sights on 100% Carbon-Free Power

Google was the first major company to become carbon neutral, in 2007. Now, the tech giant says it is the first company in the world to eliminate its entire carbon footprint. Read More...

Dr. Bronner’s Campaign Extols Healing Powers of Psychedelic Therapies

The company’s limited-edition “Heal Soul!” label on its 32oz. Castile Liquid Soaps aims to educate the public about these life-saving therapies, and the advocacy organizations and ballot initiatives that are advancing this work. Read More...

What Is Ocean-Bound Plastic? And Does It Really Matter?

To fully address the plastic waste challenge, it is urgent to capture as much of it as possible. Diverting ocean-bound plastics is a worthy cause, but it only scratches the surface of the broader challenge of mismanaged waste. Read More...

McDonald’s, Loop Partner on Industry-First Cup Return Scheme

Beginning in 2021, McDonald's customers in select UK restaurants will be able to choose a reusable hot beverage cup, which can be returned to be sanitized and reused. Read More...

Breaking the Cycle of Poverty Through Sustainability, Equity and Resilient Design

Here, Purpose Built Communities president Carol Naughton discusses how sustainability and designing for resiliency can help to end intergenerational poverty, strengthen economically diverse communities and aid in neighborhood revitalization. Read More...

Report: Unlocking Manufacturer Innovation Key to Achieving Circular Fashion

With the COVID-19 and climate crises threatening industry’s dominant business model — which is based on continued growth in production — circular models will need to be at the heart of fashion’s growth plans going forward. Read More...

Dried and True: The Food Service World Works to Rein in COVID-Fueled Waste

As COVID-19 continues to change the landscape for food-service establishments, initiatives to mitigate food waste that combine creativity, technology and flavor with good business sense will become a necessity.  Read More...

Building Back Better Demands More Thoughtful Tourism

COVID-19 has demonstrated that changes must be made in order to support and secure the future of travel. Along with elevated safety protocols, a genuine commitment to sustainability provides a roadmap to a more responsible travel industry. Read More...

Casey’s General Stores: Fueling Community Growth Through Biodiesel

Through its commitment to supporting local producers and providing customers new fuel options, Casey’s has become a key player in the biodiesel industry. Read More...

The Business Case(s) for Blending Ocean Plastics

Forging a path that recognizes both the importance of recycling and the specific needs of manufacturers will enlist far more companies into the world of recycled plastic. The key to this happy medium is blending. Read More...

Planned Obsolescence and Your Right to Repair

Have you ever wondered why some consumer goods don't last? From cell phones to household appliances and clothing to automobile tires, some products we use every day could last much longer. But they don't. Read More...

US Corporates, Governments, NGOs Join Global Push to Plant 1T Trees

Healthy and resilient forests are a key part of efforts to combat the negative impacts of climate change. Studies have shown trees can reduce temperatures by 9 degrees and energy costs by $7.8 billion a year.  Read More...

The Role of Business in the Racial Equity and Justice Movement

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 affect your bottom line and profits. Read More...

US Plastics Pact Aims to Ignite Further Change Toward Circular Economy for Plastic

60+ brands, retailers, government agencies, and NGOs collaborate to advance all plastic packaging to become reusable, recyclable or compostable by 2025. Read More...

Algramo Brings Refillable, Waste-Free Cleaning Products to NYC

In partnership with major brands and small business owners, Algramo gives consumers a better way to refill household-name cleaning products from through a cost effective, smart dispensing system. Read More...

General Mills, Nestlé, Walmart CEOs Lead Coalition to End Food Waste Worldwide

The Coalition of Action to End Food Waste aims to enact measures that benefit the environment and the global economy, and ensure more food makes it to stores and onto consumers’ tables. Read More...

Cleaning Up Our Act: The Heightened Urgency for a Green Recovery

The pandemic has been a turning point in the way businesses move forward. It is clear that by focusing on finding their higher purpose, right down to the intricacies of their supply chains, businesses can help manifest the sustainable future that we need. Read More...

The Moonshot Approach: 5 Critical Elements of Transformational Leadership

As part of its #abetterway project, Quiero is asking how the sustainability and business equation will be affected by COVID-19. Here, we reflect on the future of business leadership based on Quiero’s conversations with 100 world leaders in the Americas, Asia and Europe. Read More...

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