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
Sword & Plough Giving Military Veterans and Fabrics New Life and Purpose
The ancient phrase “to turn swords into plough shares” may not be common today, but Emily and Betsy Nunez are doing their best to keep it relevant. The phrase means to take military technologies and materials (the swords) and apply them to peacef... View More
Sainsbury’s Hits Zero Landfill Waste Target Seven Years Early
Sainsbury’s says it has succeeded in diverting all store waste from landfills, reaching its zero-waste goal in just three years — seven years ahead of schedule.As part of its 20x20 Sustainability Plan, the UK supermarket chain said it would put a... View More
New McDonough-Waste Management Collaborative Focuses on Product and Packaging Innovation [Video]
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During his plenary presentation last night at the SB '13 conference, designer, author and sustainability thought leader William McDonough announced a new partnership between McDonough Innovation and Waste Management, Inc — North America's largest e... View More
Ecopia Working to Reduce Plastic Waste, Increase Quality of Life for Small Farms in Developing Countries
In the final week leading up to the Sustainable Brands Innovation Open (SBIO) finals on June 5th, where the runner-up will be decided via live online public vote, we will feature daily articles introducing our semi-finalists. Today, meet Ecopia.Minne... View More
Oil, Money and Global Warming: How Shell Is Tackling the Challenges of Energy, Economy and Climate Change
Nine billion people, two billion cars and 16 billion annual passenger flights — that’s what our planet is predicted to look like in 2050. And we will be thirstier for energy and oil than ever before. Despite advancements in renewable energy techn... View More
Isidore Electronics Recycling Helps Give Electronics - and Inmates - a Fresh Start
In the final week leading up to the Sustainable Brands Innovation Open (SBIO) finals on June 5th, where the runner-up will be decided via live online public vote, we will feature daily articles introducing our semi-finalists. Today, meet Isidore Elec... View More
FreshPaper: Saving the World from Spoiled Food
In the final week leading up to the Sustainable Brands Innovation Open (SBIO) finals presented by Target on June 5th, where the runner-up will be decided via live online public vote, we will feature daily articles introducing our semi-finalists. Toda... View More
Starbucks Is in a Unique Position To Push Consumers To Waste Less. Will It?
Starbucks is one of America’s most iconic brands for many reasons. The company transformed coffee culture and taught U.S. consumers to appreciate better coffee beans and traditional coffee beverages long on the menu in Europe. ... View More
Alcoa Facility Saves 50% of Energy Used To Recycle Aluminum for Forged Wheels
Alcoa yesterday announced a major expansion to the Wheel and Transportation Products casthouse at its Barberton, Ohio plant that is expected to cut in half the total amount of energy used to recycle aluminum for forged wheels, reducing greenhouse gas... View More
Kroger Converting Food Waste to Clean Energy To Power Compton Distribution Center
The Kroger Co. this month unveiled a clean energy production system that will convert food that cannot be sold or donated into energy to help power its Ralphs/Food 4 Less distribution center in Compton. ... View More
'Fresher for Longer' Campaign Hopes To Reduce UK Food Waste by Highlighting Importance of Packaging
In a recent report from the Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP), researchers determined that consumer attitudes and behaviors surrounding food packaging could help reduce household food waste. ... View More
UK Retailers Increase Efforts To Decrease Food Waste
Coca-Cola Enterprises, Unilever, AB InBev, Nestlé, and 45 other retailers, manufacturers and brands have all recommitted to a joint reduction of food and drink waste by 1.1 million metric tons by 2015. ... View More
Dell Social Innovation Challenge Think Tank a Booming Online Success
A dozen or so experts on social innovation and sustainability gathered in Austin, TX, on Tuesday for the Dell Social Innovation Challenge, a yearly program that inspires social entrepreneurship all over the world. ... View More
Thread: Reducing Waste and Creating Jobs for Those Who Need It Most
Each week leading up to the Sustainable Brands Innovation Open (SBIO) finals on June 5th, where the runner-up will be decided via live online public vote, we will feature articles introducing our semi-finalists. This week, meet Thread. If you purchas... View More
Sainsbury’s Reports 50% Reduction in Water Usage Since 2005
Sainsbury’s reports that through a number of actions addressing such issues as leak detection, and utilizing rainwater throughout its operations, it has reduced its operational water consumption levels across its entire estate by 50 percent compare... View More
The Upcycle: Beyond Cradle to Cradle
William McDonough & Michael Braungart’s newest book, The Upcycle: Beyond Sustainability — Designing for Abundance, is an updated version of their manifesto Cradle to Cradle, published over a decade ago. The Upcycle goes one step beyond the t ... View More
Back to the Roots Growing Food Education, Reducing Waste Thanks to Smart Design
Each week leading up to the Sustainable Brands Innovation Open (SBIO) finals on June 5th, where the runner-up will be decided via live online public vote at SB '13, we will feature an article on one of our SBIO semi-finalists. This week, we re-introd... View More
HP Expands Cartridge Recycling Options, Receives FSC Certification for Everyday Paper Line
HP last week announced it is launching a new line of sustainably sourced paper and partnering with several major office supply retailers to expand its customer recycling options. ... View More
SBIO Semi-Finalist PrintEco Wants to Help You Save Time and Paper
Each week leading up to the Sustainable Brands Innovation Open (SBIO) finals on June 5th, where the runner-up will be decided via live online public vote at SB '13, we will feature an article on one of our SBIO semi-finalists. This week, meet the SBI... View More
Recyclebank Funds 27 Eco Projects With Green Schools Program
Recyclebank, which offers discounts and deals from local and national businesses as rewards to individuals and groups who take green actions in their everyday lives, this week announced its backing of some 27 environmental projects at schools across ... View More
