Organizational Governance
How organizations are addressing the 'G' in ESG – striking the balance of maximizing long-term growth and value while safeguarding the interests of all stakeholders
Finding a Job with Purpose Amid the COVID-19 Crisis
Finding a job in sustainability or social impact wasn’t easy even before COVID-19 blindsided and bludgeoned the global economy. Your sustainability and social impact job search will be challenging, but if you stay motivated and keep trying, you wil... View More
Unilever Marks Sustainable Living Plan’s 10th Year; New ‘Compass’ to Guide Further Progress
In 10th and final year of the company’s Sustainable Living Plan, CEO Alan Jope reinforces commitment to sustainability leadership; calls for renewed action to tackle social inequality and the climate crisis in post-COVID world. ... View More
Q&A: As Stakeholders Demand More from Business, B Corps Rise to the Occasion
Here, Lisa Geason-Bauer, founder of Evolution Marketing, discusses the importance of diversity, inclusivity and employee engagement; as well as how B Corps are ideally placed to meet the rapidly changing needs of businesses today and in the future. ... View More
Giving Tuesday Now: The Jumpstart We Need to Reimagine Giving
#GivingTuesdayNow is an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. It’s an opportunity to give back to communities in safe ways that allow for social connection; to support the critical work of the nonprofit sector; and perhap... View More
NGOs Urge Insurers to Address COVID, Climate Responses in Tandem
A letter signed by 25 NGOs says the industry was aware of the risks of a global pandemic years ago but failed to help governments prepare effectively; the groups warn it not to make the same mistake again now that insurers recognize the climate emer... View More
Shelter from the Storm: Overcoming Challenges to Build a Resilient, Sustainable Society
In a recent conversation about the role of his company in ensuring a sustainable future in times of increasing uncertainty, MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings’ Shiro Fujii said, “We don’t see ourselves simply as an insurance provider, but as a ... View More
CaterCow Cares: The COVID-Sparked Pivot That Really Puts People Before Profit
In what could end up being a swan song for the company, CaterCow has truly put altruism ahead of self-preservation during the ongoing pandemic. ... View More
12 More Brands Using Their Powers for Good During the Pandemic
As the COVID crisis wears on, we wanted to applaud 10 more of our Sustainable Brands community members that have donated their time, money and products and/or pivoted their business models to get people in need what they need, fast. ... View More
How Can Boards Successfully Guide a Transition to Sustainable Business?
A well-structured sustainability committee not only serves a critical coordinating function, but also steers sustainability right to the heart of the company and the company’s strategy. Let’s take a look at how boards at some of the world’s lea... View More
4 Ways Smaller, Sustainable Brands Are Adapting to COVID-19
These four Fairtrade-certified brands show that during times of crisis, brands can support their communities — near or far — with some creativity and hard work, regardless of size. ... View More
Trending: Virus, Be Damned — Fashion Industry Charges Ahead Toward Sustainable Future
Even as COVID-19 continues to dominate headlines and the global consciousness, the 7th annual Fashion Revolution Week sees news and moves from Jeans Redesign, Vivienne Westwood and Fair Trade USA, to name a few. ... View More
90+ Companies Now Certified Climate Neutral
Barely a year since its launch, almost 100 brands are now sporting the label, demonstrating full accountability for their carbon footprint. ... View More
Sustainability and the Workforce: Generational Differences and How to Prepare for 2020 and Beyond
How this pandemic will impact the future of workforce development is yet to be seen, but it truly serves as an opportunity for employers to scale the pace of evolution necessary for a more sustainable future. ... View More
SDGs White Paper: A Compass That Indicates Where Japan Is Today and Should Head in the Future
The SDGs White Paper 2019 aims to help promote fundamental understanding of the SDGs — featuring sections that use concrete case studies and data to clearly explain what is happening in the world, what the issues are, and what Japan is doing on eac... View More
How Curbing Deforestation Can Help Protect Us Against Future Pandemics
Deforestation often increases the proximity of bats and other animals to humans, bringing together species that would not otherwise live together and creating a perfect storm for the creation of new zoonotic diseases. ... View More
Reimagining Corporate-Nonprofit Partnerships in Times of Crisis
In a time when needs are growing but government resources are constricted, nonprofits are being asked to do more with fewer resources. Promises made by companies to fulfill the needs of their communities and their stakeholders are more important now ... View More
How to Fix Foresight in This ‘New Normal’
COVID-19 has fragmented the future. Your best-laid plans may lie broken. But it is possible to bring order to a world of multiple, uncertain futures; and lay the groundwork for the reset we need. ... View More
‘Yes, and ...’: A Framework for an Uncertain Future
For businesses navigating the coronavirus, prospects are daunting in this liminal space. While many are navigating the current “new normal” well by taking each daily (hourly) change one at a time, some are starting to look past now through the po... View More
The Time Is Now for Brands to Lead with Higher Values
It’s during moments of great difficulty that our authentic selves shine through — and the same is true for companies. Long after the COVID-19 crisis passes, the world won’t forget the values-driven companies that led with a conscience. The time... View More
