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Sustainable Brands® Introduces Networking Hub Designed to Accelerate Net Positive Impact
Sustainable Brands® Introduces Networking Hub Designed to Accelerate Net Positive Impact
Published on March 19, 2014
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 19 2014 – Sustainable Brands® recently announced the Activation Hub, a new and integral component of SB’14 San Diego, June 2-5, 2014, at the Paradise Point Resort and Spa. As a central networking hub, it will serve as a mark... View More

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NativeEnergy Carbon Offset Report for Sustainable Brands 2013
NativeEnergy Carbon Offset Report for Sustainable Brands 2013
Published on March 12, 2014
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For three years NativeEnergy has been the official carbon offset and renewable energy sponsor of Sustainable Brands events. NativeEnergy has donated a portfolio of offsets, including its signature Help Build™ project offsets to balance the greenhou... View More

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WWF China, South Pole Carbon and Climate Friendly support Panda habitat
WWF China, South Pole Carbon and Climate Friendly support Panda habitat
Published on March 12, 2014
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The program is an excellent example of a “Win-Win-Win” scenario. Carbon finance, which is provided by COOP Switzerland as part of their sustainability program, is enabling the preservation of the Giant Panda habitat, improving the living conditio... View More

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Offsetters Partners with CDP to Expand Carbon Management for Its Clients
Offsetters Partners with CDP to Expand Carbon Management for Its Clients
Published on March 8, 2014
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VANCOUVER, Feb. 26, 2014 /CNW/ - CDP, an international, not-for-profit organization providing the only global system for companies and cities to measure, disclose, manage and share vital environmental information, has signed on Offsetters as a CDP A... View More

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Novozymes Integrated Annual Report - 2013
Novozymes Integrated Annual Report - 2013
Published on February 27, 2014
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The year aheadOver the past few years, we have seen increased interest in the biotechnology industry from large chemical companies, a reflection of its immense promise. We do not see this interest waning in 2014. Although it may increase competition,... View More

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Unilever and Internet.org partner to understand better how internet access can be increased to help communities across India
Unilever and Internet.org partner to understand better how internet access can be increased to help communities across India
Published on February 25, 2014
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Press OfficeUnilever  PLC, 100VictoriaEmbankment,London,EC4Y 0DYEmail: [email protected]    Web: www.unilever.com24 February 2014UNILEVER AND INTERNET.ORG PARTNER TO UNDERSTAND BETTER HOW INTERNET ACCESS CAN BE INCREASED TO HELP CO... View More

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Sustainable Brands® Opens Entry for Startup Business Competition at SB’14 San Diego
Sustainable Brands® Opens Entry for Startup Business Competition at SB’14 San Diego
Published on February 20, 2014
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SAN FRANCISCO, February 20, 2014 – Sustainable Brands® recently opened entry for the internationally known startup business competition Sustainable Brands Innovation Open (SBIO), which will take place at the SB’14 San Diego conference, June 2-5 ... View More

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Sustainable Brands Community Continues to Lead with Brand Innovation Conference
Sustainable Brands Community Continues to Lead with Brand Innovation Conference
Published on February 5, 2014
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SAN FRANCISCO, February 5, 2014 – Sustainable Brands® is gearing up for Sustainable Brands ‘14 San Diego, the community’s largest international gathering, which will take place June 2-5, 2014, at Paradise Point Resort & Spa in San Diego, C... View More

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BASF again named to Global 100 list of most sustainable corporations by Corporate Knights
BASF again named to Global 100 list of most sustainable corporations by Corporate Knights
Published on January 27, 2014
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MISSISSAUGA, ON, January 22, 2014 -- For the second year in a row, BASF has been named to the Global 100 index of the world’s most sustainable corporations by Corporate Knights, the Toronto-based media and investment advisory company. The Global 10... View More

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Starting at the Source: REI Partners with bluesign technologies ag to Minimize Environmental Impact and Increase Customer Care; REI Private Brands commits to only using 100 Percent bluesign®-certified fabrics by 2018
Starting at the Source: REI Partners with bluesign technologies ag to Minimize Environmental Impact and Increase Customer Care; REI Private Brands commits to only using 100 Percent bluesign®-certified fabrics by 2018
Published on January 21, 2014
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SEATTLE and ST. GALLEN, SWITZERLAND – REI’s Private Brands division, which is the largest source of apparel and equipment sold by the U.S outdoor retailer, has committed to using only 100 percent bluesign-certified fabrics by the time the company... View More

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REI Named to FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” List; Leading outdoor retailer recognized as a top employer for 17th consecutive year
REI Named to FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” List; Leading outdoor retailer recognized as a top employer for 17th consecutive year
Published on January 21, 2014
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SEATTLE – Known for helping people enjoy nature, REI has again been named to FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list. The recognition marks the 17th consecutive year the leading outdoor retailer has been honored. Ranked number 69, REI... View More

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From CEOs to purchasing managers, business decision makers are people, too
From CEOs to purchasing managers, business decision makers are people, too
Published on January 21, 2014
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January 21, 2014 – A recent study found personal belief drives business decision makers as much, if not more than stated corporate sustainability goals and objectives. And, while some are driven by their own personal commitment, owners and CEOs, ov... View More

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UK Bosses Miss Out on £300 Million Energy and Waste Reduction Opportunity
UK Bosses Miss Out on £300 Million Energy and Waste Reduction Opportunity
Published on January 18, 2014
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Less than a quarter of UK employees have been asked to help save energy at work, and fewer than half are concerned about the cost of energy for their employer, according to new research by the Carbon Trust.The research highlights how UK workplaces ... View More

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City of Phoenix partners with ASU for new regional resource innovation center
City of Phoenix partners with ASU for new regional resource innovation center
Published on January 9, 2014
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PHOENIX – The city of Phoenix took another substantial leap forward as a global sustainability leader Tuesday afternoon as its city council gave policy approval of a four-year agreement to work with Arizona State University to establish a ground-br... View More

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GirlTrek Receives $50,000 Mary Anderson Legacy Grant from The REI Foundation
GirlTrek Receives $50,000 Mary Anderson Legacy Grant from The REI Foundation
Published on December 30, 2013
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The REI Foundation awarded its annual $50,000 Mary Anderson Legacy Grant to GirlTrek, a national nonprofit and health organization inspiring and supporting African-American women and girls to live their healthiest, most fulfilled lives – through wa... View More

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Arizona State University convenes sustainability leaders for inaugural Sustainability Solutions Festival
Arizona State University convenes sustainability leaders for inaugural Sustainability Solutions Festival
Published on December 18, 2013
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TEMPE, Ariz -- Arizona State University, the nation’s leader in sustainability education, is partnering with global leaders in sustainable business, consumer innovation, renewable energy, science and the arts for a weeklong celebration of sustainab... View More

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ASU report: City of Phoenix reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 7.2 percent
ASU report: City of Phoenix reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 7.2 percent
Published on December 12, 2013
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The City of Phoenix is proving that it’s serious about going green, according to a recent greenhouse gas emissions report compiled by Arizona State University. In 2008 the city council adopted a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from city ope... View More

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National Geographic, REVERB and Musicians help deliver clean water to 10,000
National Geographic, REVERB and Musicians help deliver clean water to 10,000
Published on November 25, 2013
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Early buyers keep innovative Help Build® carbon offset projects on track to reach goal of 20,000 lives changed by the end of 2014 BURLINGTON, VT – November 25, 2013 – Through NativeEnergy’s Clean Water Campaign, National Geographic Expeditions... View More

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Sustainable Brands® to Convene Global Brand Innovation Leaders at London Conference
Sustainable Brands® to Convene Global Brand Innovation Leaders at London Conference
Published on November 14, 2013
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Contact:Marie [email protected] Sustainable Brands® to Convene Global Brand Innovation Leaders at London ConferenceLivestream registration now open ... View More

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Shelton Group Survey: Homeowners Are Missing the Link Between Energy Efficiency & Home Value
Shelton Group Survey: Homeowners Are Missing the Link Between Energy Efficiency & Home Value
Published on November 14, 2013
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – A recent study reveals that when it comes to making energy- efficient upgrades to their homes, Americans just don’t think it’s worth it. The study, conducted by Shelton Group, shows that 26 percent of Americans say they prior... View More

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