Marketing & Communications
How brands are successfully communicating their sustainability efforts — and how their stakeholders are asserting their own needs and preferences
Are US Students Learning Enough About Climate Change?
With its effects now felt the world over, one might assume that education on climate change would be a high priority. But this is not the case — for numerous reasons we examine, in this first of a four-part series. ... View More
Comms Industry Alliance Calls for ‘Responsible Communication’ to Become 18th SDG
The Global Alliance for PR and Communication Management calls on global leaders, policymakers and stakeholders to recognize the critical importance of responsible communication in achieving a sustainable future — and outlines a multi-pronged approa... View More
SB Socio-Cultural Trends Research Spring 2024 Highlights
SB Consumer Research: Analysis & Insights on Consumer Sustainability Intentions & Actions - Highlights. Gen Z and Millennial consumers are driving the growth of the sustainability market, with nearly 40% switching brands in the last six months due... View More
What Consumer Data Can Tell Us About the Future of Sustainability
While the values-action gap still exists, consumer research helps organizations understand their audience motivations and who is buying their product, or expand their audiences to growing numbers of sustainability-conscious shoppers. ... View More
Ironic, Understated Campaign Attracts Viral Interest in Visiting Oslo
VisitOSLO’s new, viral campaign downplays its city’s appeal with dry humor and an understated production style — and highlights a growing trend in values-driven tourism marketing. ... View More
‘Greenhushing’ Diminishing Returns for 58% of US’s 100 Biggest Companies
New report asserts that businesses that aren't transparent on their ESG progress, for fear of greenwashing, are missing opportunities for investment and gaining credibility with consumers. ... View More
When We Look at the Future of Our Industry, We All Lost in Cannes
If we are to safeguard advertising’s legitimacy, we must address our image problem. It’s time we apply our collective creativity to solve our (industry’s) biggest challenges. ... View More
The Climate Communication Playbook: Establish Trust to Maximize Impact
The most meaningful climate-communication strategies create an avenue for conversations rooted in hope and action. Embrace this opportunity to educate and build trust by aligning your message with your values and contributing to a positive cultural c... View More
Free Guide Aims to Help Agencies Eliminate Greenwashing
Creatives for Climate’s ‘Anti-Greenwash Guide’ is designed to help ad and communications agencies comply with the latest greenwashing laws, and principles to guide them away from misleading and unsubstantiated sustainability-related claims. ... View More
New Framework Enables Advertisers to Measure Media Carbon Emissions
Ad Net Zero has launched the first standardized, industry-wide measurement framework to help advertisers and their partners understand and act effectively to reduce the carbon impact of their media plans. ... View More
Latest Ban on ‘High-Carbon’ Ads Shows Appetite for Clean-Energy Transition
Edinburgh’s recent ban on ads for fossil fuels and other high-carbon products exemplifies a desire to shift those ad spaces toward cleaner, more viable alternatives and ads that promote low-carbon behaviors. ... View More
Awareness of Tourism’s Impacts Requires a Rethink of Marketing’s Function
Tourism marketing has largely centered around traveler desires such as pleasant weather and low prices. Now, it must also consider how travelers’ presence impacts locals, the local economy, wildlife and the natural environment. ... View More
SB Socio-Cultural Trends Research Spring 2024 Full Report
SB Consumer Research: Analysis & Insights on Consumer Sustainability Intentions & Actions - Full Report... View More
Engaging with LGBTQ+ Consumers Offers Brands Both Risk and Reward
As brands grapple with their position on LGBTQIA+ issues and building inclusivity and diversity across their businesses, the latest Outvertising Consumer Report offers plenty of advice for being more effective. ... View More
Gen Z Becoming More Skeptical of Influencers, Sustainability Messaging
New survey of Gen Zs in the US and Canada suggest a growing distrust of influencers; and while sustainability is still a consideration when purchasing, budget, price and brand authenticity are paramount. ... View More
Want to Improve Your Company’s Bottom Line? Talk About Periods
Period shame is rooted in gender inequality. As we continue to work to un correct this, we can catalyze public-private partnerships that positively impact menstrual health and girls’ self-esteem while driving economic benefits. ... View More
Communicating Sustainability: Supplier-Brand Partnerships Can Make All the Difference
The “right” messaging will always involve being clear, specific and transparent — but learning which words and claims will meet consumers’ expectations, build their trust and inspire their purchases will require research best done through col... View More
Cultural Intelligence, Collaboration Keys to Changing the Sustainability Conversation
Day one of Sustainable Brands’ Brand-Led Culture Change event was filled with rich discussions on the power of partnerships, hits and misses in brand communication, and the power of art to open hearts and minds. ... View More
Brands, Listen Up: Consumers, Regulators Cracking Down on Greenwashing
The most recent spate of controversies over misleading brand sustainability claims raises pertinent questions for marketers everywhere. ... View More
ESG Practitioners Both Confident, Confused in Dynamic Reporting Landscape
Workiva’s third annual survey gathered the thoughts of more than 2,000 professionals involved in ESG reporting across the corporate landscape. ... View More
