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Highlights from GM’s Latest Sustainability Report
Highlights from GM’s Latest Sustainability Report
Published on June 1, 2017
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DETROIT — General Motors’ sustainability approach enables the company to serve its customers and shareholders, increase operational efficiency, mitigate risk and improve the communities where it does business. ... View More

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Sustainable Brands Announces 2017 SB Innovation Open Winner
Sustainable Brands Announces 2017 SB Innovation Open Winner
Published on May 31, 2017
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  Detroit Ento wins startup competition at SB’17 Detroit   ... View More

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The 5 step-win for sustainable sporting events
The 5 step-win for sustainable sporting events
Published on May 30, 2017
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Discover the 5 step-win for sustainable sporting events infographics. ... View More

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Synvina receives interim approval from European PET Bottle Platform: PEF to be integrated in circular economy
Synvina receives interim approval from European PET Bottle Platform: PEF to be integrated in circular economy
Published on May 24, 2017
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The European PET Bottle Platform (EPBP) has given interim approval for the recyclability of polyethylenefuranoate (PEF), produced by Synvina C.V., Amsterdam, in the European bottle recycling market. Following EPBP’s assessment PEF bottles are expec... View More

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Unilever Named as The Company With The Most Brands in The Kantar Worldpanel Global Top 50
Unilever Named as The Company With The Most Brands in The Kantar Worldpanel Global Top 50
Published on May 24, 2017
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In its fifth annual study of the world’s most chosen FMCG brands, Kantar Worldpanel has revealed that Unilever is the company with the most number of brands in its index.   ... View More

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Scouts to Embark on Worldwide Service Project Leading Up to 2019 World Scout Jamboree
Scouts to Embark on Worldwide Service Project Leading Up to 2019 World Scout Jamboree
Published on May 24, 2017
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Imagine the impact of the world’s 50 million Scouts each spending 10 hours to better their communities over the course of 50 days in 2019. This is the vision of the first-ever “Season of Service” announced today as a worldwide service project l... View More

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Dow Highlights Progress in Redefining the Role of Business in Society in 2016 Sustainability Report
Dow Highlights Progress in Redefining the Role of Business in Society in 2016 Sustainability Report
Published on May 23, 2017
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The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE: DOW) today released its 2016 Sustainability Report, laying a solid foundation with strong first-year results since announcing its 2025 Sustainability Goals. Prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (... View More

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Braskem, Sealed Air and Naturepedic partner to bring renewable foam polyethylene to the market
Braskem, Sealed Air and Naturepedic partner to bring renewable foam polyethylene to the market
Published on May 23, 2017
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I'm GreenTM Polyethylene (PE) bio-based resin provides a more sustainable approach to a great night's sleep with new carbon reducing material. ... View More

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Landmark Research Shows Americans Are Redefining The “Good Life”
Landmark Research Shows Americans Are Redefining The “Good Life”
Published on May 23, 2017
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80% would be loyal to brands that helped them live their new values Large opportunity for business to support new aspirations of balance, health, and connections   ... View More

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Sustainable Brands Hosts Influential Brand Leaders at SB’17 Detroit
Sustainable Brands Hosts Influential Brand Leaders at SB’17 Detroit
Published on May 22, 2017
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SAN FRANCISO, May 22, 2017 – Sustainable Brands® kicks off its largest community gathering today with Sustainable Brands’17 Detroit at the Cobo Center in downtown Detroit. Over 2,000 business executives along with their teams from 35+ countries ... View More

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PepsiCo joins New Plastics Economy Initiative as Core Partner
PepsiCo joins New Plastics Economy Initiative as Core Partner
Published on May 19, 2017
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PepsiCo has joined the New Plastics Economy initiative as a Core Partner, signaling the global food and beverage company's continued commitment to reduce packaging waste. Led by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, the New Plastics Economy is bringing tog... View More

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Sustainable Brands Unveils Programming for Activation Hub at SB’17 Detroit
Sustainable Brands Unveils Programming for Activation Hub at SB’17 Detroit
Published on May 17, 2017
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 17, 2017 – Sustainable Brands® recently unveiled the session schedule for the Activation Hub at SB’17 Detroit, running May 22-25th at the Cobo Center in downtown Detroit. The Activation Hub is the action-centered space within ... View More

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Eastman Introduces Engineering Bioplastic Breakthrough
Eastman Introduces Engineering Bioplastic Breakthrough
Published on May 16, 2017
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Eastman Chemical Company, the world’s leading producer of cellulosic materials, introduces Eastman TRĒVATM, a breakthrough in engineering bioplastics that help global brands concurrently meet their sustainability and performance needs in today’s... View More

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REI Distribution Center named NAIOP Project of the Year
REI Distribution Center named NAIOP Project of the Year
Published on May 16, 2017
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Merit Partners Inc. and Sunbelt Holdings have been named recipients of the Industrial Project of the Year award by NAIOP for REI Goodyear DC, a distribution center for Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), located at PV|303, a master planned business pa... View More

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What is your water risk?
What is your water risk?
Published on May 16, 2017
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For companies, direct water costs generally represent a marginal expense which can sideline any decisions to invest in better water resource management. If we compare the risks related to water and energy, an investment to improve energy efficiency w... View More

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GM Works to Set Sustainable Natural Rubber Tires into Motion
GM Works to Set Sustainable Natural Rubber Tires into Motion
Published on May 15, 2017
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Transforming the global rubber and tire supply chain to create lasting, environmentally sound sustainable rubber production requires a collaborative approach. Through an industry-first commitment to sourcing sustainable natural rubber in its tires, G... View More

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BASF Becomes The Latest Member to Join The Circular Economy 100
BASF Becomes The Latest Member to Join The Circular Economy 100
Published on May 15, 2017
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World-leading chemical company, BASF today announced its membership of the Circular Economy 100 (CE100). As the latest corporate member of the programme, BASF embarks on a three-year partnership to bring about opportunities for a circular economy wit... View More

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Unilever Unveils New Plastic Sachet Recycling Technology
Unilever Unveils New Plastic Sachet Recycling Technology
Published on May 12, 2017
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Consumer goods giant Unilever has unveiled new technology that enables plastic sachets to be recycled. The technology has been developed in partnership with the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV in Germany. The process, k... View More

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Kimberly-Clark Plans $75 Million Efficiency Upgrade at Mobile Mill
Kimberly-Clark Plans $75 Million Efficiency Upgrade at Mobile Mill
Published on May 12, 2017
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Paper products giant Kimberly-Clark has announced plans to build a $75 million combined heat-power plant at its Mobile mill, which they say will increase the plant's efficiency while decreasing long-term costs and emissions. The plant will generate e... View More

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PepsiCo Advances 2025 Sustainability Agenda through Agreement with Partnership for a Healthier America
PepsiCo Advances 2025 Sustainability Agenda through Agreement with Partnership for a Healthier America
Published on May 12, 2017
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PepsiCo, Inc. (NYSE: PEP) today announced that it has signed an agreement with Partnership for a Healthier America ("PHA") to independently report and verify the company's progress against previously outlined goals designed to transform its... View More

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