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Experts Gather to Discuss ROI of Sustainable Business at New Metrics '18
Experts Gather to Discuss ROI of Sustainable Business at New Metrics '18
Published on October 29, 2018
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The Sustainable Brands® community gathers today in Philadelphia, PA to kick off the 8th annual New Metrics conference. Over 300 global executives from brands like Nike, Salesforce, and Eileen Fisher are convening to unveil cutting-edge corporate pra... View More

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Quantis Endorses EMF New Plastics Economy Global Commitment
Quantis Endorses EMF New Plastics Economy Global Commitment
Published on October 29, 2018
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Plastic waste and pollution have captured the attention of the public, governments, and businesses around the world. The search for solutions has started, and there is growing recognition that quick-fixes that address the symptoms is not enough. To e... View More

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Wynn Las Vegas Joins The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Green Power Partnership
Wynn Las Vegas Joins The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Green Power Partnership
Published on October 29, 2018
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Wynn Las Vegas marks a new renewable energy milestone with its acceptance into the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Green Power Partnership, a collective of organizations that are voluntarily leading the innovation, production and use o... View More

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Danone accelerates the transition towards a circular economy of packaging
Danone accelerates the transition towards a circular economy of packaging
Published on October 25, 2018
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Danone announces a series of new commitments and actions to ensure its packaging will become 100% circular, and to accelerate the global transition towards a circular economy of packaging. This includes (1) initiatives to improve product design and d... View More

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Breakthrough Impact Measurement Tools Revealing at New Metrics ‘18
Breakthrough Impact Measurement Tools Revealing at New Metrics ‘18
Published on October 24, 2018
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EcoAct, Novo Nordisk, B Lab and others sharing new research and performance metrics, Oct 29-31 in Philadelphia SAN FRANCISCO, October 24, 2018 – Members of the Sustainable Brands® community will gather next week for the 8th annual New Metrics conf... View More

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Iron Mountain Drives Renewable Energy Goals for Global Electricity Use in 2018 through Partnerships with NextEra Energy Resources
Iron Mountain Drives Renewable Energy Goals for Global Electricity Use in 2018 through Partnerships with NextEra Energy Resources
Published on October 23, 2018
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Iron Mountain Incorporated™ (NYSE: IRM), the global leader in storage and information management services, today announced the signing of a 15-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with an affiliate of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, for 145 megawatts... View More

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Dow, Keep America Beautiful to Award Up to Another $100,000 in Hefty® EnergyBag® Grants in 2019
Dow, Keep America Beautiful to Award Up to Another $100,000 in Hefty® EnergyBag® Grants in 2019
Published on October 23, 2018
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The Dow Chemical Company is again teaming up with na ... View More

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ExxonMobil and BASF Corporation demonstrate new solvent to decrease sulfur emissions
ExxonMobil and BASF Corporation demonstrate new solvent to decrease sulfur emissions
Published on October 22, 2018
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HOUSTON, TX –  ExxonMobil Catalysts and Licensing LLC and  BASF Corporation are conducting a full scale commercial demonstration of a new gas treating solvent at Imperial Oil’s Sarnia Refinery. ... View More

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Nestlé Waters North America Signs Renewable Energy Agreement with ENGIE Resources
Nestlé Waters North America Signs Renewable Energy Agreement with ENGIE Resources
Published on October 22, 2018
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Nestlé Waters North America (NWNA), together with ENGIE Resources, today announced that they have signed a renewable energy agreement through which ENGIE will supply over 50 percent of the energy needed for NWNA’s manufacturing and distribution fa... View More

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Introducing the Recyclable Tube Tradeshow Booth Building System
Introducing the Recyclable Tube Tradeshow Booth Building System
Published on October 20, 2018
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  Introducing the Durable and Recyclable Tube Building System ... View More

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New Partnership Aims to Make Payments More Sustainable
New Partnership Aims to Make Payments More Sustainable
Published on October 19, 2018
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For many years, the idea of going green in payments has been limited to linking purchases and accounts with donations to environmental causes and carbon offsets. These programs have had an impact in terms of awareness and raising much-needed funds. N... View More

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REI Co-op continues commitment to sustainability by hosting 11 used gear swaps across the country on Oct. 27
REI Co-op continues commitment to sustainability by hosting 11 used gear swaps across the country on Oct. 27
Published on October 18, 2018
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"Our commitment to used gear is part of our broader effort to offer affordable, sustainable gear to our customers," said Peter Whitcomb, REI director of new business development. "Swapping gear is a fun way for our members to connect, ... View More

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Stanley Black & Decker Contributes Up To $150,000 for Hurricane Relief and Rebuilding Efforts
Stanley Black & Decker Contributes Up To $150,000 for Hurricane Relief and Rebuilding Efforts
Published on October 18, 2018
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NEW BRITAIN, Conn., Oct. 18, 2018 – In the wake of one of the largest and most destructive hurricanes to ever hit the continental United States, Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) today announced a commitment of up to $150,000 for immediate di... View More

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NRG Launches Renewable Select, Simplified Renewables without the PPA
NRG Launches Renewable Select, Simplified Renewables without the PPA
Published on October 18, 2018
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NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NRG) announces the availability of Renewable Select, simplifying the renewables procurement process and making it easier for businesses to choose renewable energy. The plan transforms the lengthy and complex traditional energy... View More

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Kohler Co.’s Innovation For Good Program Recognized as Changemaker with 2018 Mahatma Award
Kohler Co.’s Innovation For Good Program Recognized as Changemaker with 2018 Mahatma Award
Published on October 17, 2018
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Kohler Co. has been presented with a 2018 Mahatma Award for Social Good for its “Innovation for Good” (IfG) efforts. Laura Kohler, Senior Vice President-Human Resources, Stewardship & Sustainability for Kohler Co., accepted the award on behal... View More

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Four new members join the Foundation’s Circular Economy 100 Network
Four new members join the Foundation’s Circular Economy 100 Network
Published on October 17, 2018
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Procter & Gamble, a multi-national consumer goods corporation which specialises in cleaning agents, personal care and hygiene products, and has operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. The company has been working to incorporate circul... View More

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Waste not, want not: P&G venture aims to squeeze new life out of Italy's dirty diapers
Waste not, want not: P&G venture aims to squeeze new life out of Italy's dirty diapers
Published on October 17, 2018
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A joint venture between Procter & Gamble and Italian healthcare group Angelini is working to create a sustainable recycling loop that would allow dirty diapers to be turned into plastic bottle caps and viscose clothing. More than 20 million tonne... View More

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Dow Launches #PullingOurWeight Cleanup Campaign at More Than 50 Locations Worldwide
Dow Launches #PullingOurWeight Cleanup Campaign at More Than 50 Locations Worldwide
Published on October 16, 2018
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Employees, families, friends and customers of The Dow Chemical Company (Dow) are collaborating with local organizations across the world and Ocean Conservancy to take part in beach and waterway cleanups at more than 50 locations across the globe to b... View More

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Floor Covering Weekly Recognizes Shaw Industries’ Achievements in Sustainability with Top Honors
Floor Covering Weekly Recognizes Shaw Industries’ Achievements in Sustainability with Top Honors
Published on October 13, 2018
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Shaw Industries Group, Inc. ... View More

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