Supply Chain
How organizations are working to address the myriad social, environmental and operational issues that can arise in complex supply chains
Candy Giants Rated on Commitments to Create Better Chocolate
International advocacy groups publish joint consumer purchasing guide to more ethical chocolate choices, just in time for Easter. ... View More
World Water Day: Three Things to Remember Regarding Your Supply Chain
This World Water Day, businesses worldwide are challenged with making a change — to not only monitor and aim to reduce water use; but on a greater scale, to impact their overall environmental footprint and reach larger goals toward sustainability a... View More
Driving Value in the Purpose Economy: It Starts with Supply Chain
Own your sustainability strategy and vision, and make it real. The impact of executing through the supply chain drives growth and company valuation, and protects your brand and society. ... View More
One Family: How Driscoll’s Is Working to Safeguard Its Farming Communities
Driscoll’s One Family philosophy has played a key role in helping the company navigate challenges such as labor standards, immigration reform and water stewardship. We spoke to Soren Bjorn, President of Driscoll's of the Americas, about the impact ... View More
Looking Ahead: Operational Impacts of Supply Chain Disclosure, Due Diligence Laws
As many G20 nations work to curb modern slavery, organizations must be prepared for the residual impacts of the evolving legislation landscape. ... View More
Regenerative Sourcing Helping Companies Meet Sustainability Goals
Regenerative agriculture can be a powerful tool for helping companies to reach climate and sustainability goals that can be promoted through responsible sourcing strategies. ... View More
Commodity Traders Need to Do Their Part in the Fight Against Deforestation in 2020
With a new year, a new decade and new levels of investor attention in play, global commodity traders should resolve to address their material risks from deforestation and disclosure their progress on no-deforestation commitments. ... View More
CDP: Supply Chains Hold Key to 1GT of Emissions Savings
Over 1B metric tons of emissions would be saved if suppliers to just 125 multinationals increased their renewable electricity by 20%. Meanwhile, those suppliers reported a combined US$1T of impact from environmental risks. ... View More
How Can Sustainability Professionals Uphold Mandatory Rules on Human Rights?
While we’ve seen steady if uncertain progress on human rights — and more from business than from governments — there are dangers if the message heard by business is one of complacency. ... View More
New Tool to Help Companies Zero in on Sources of Palm Oil Deforestation
WRI’s RADD (Radar Alerts for Detecting Deforestation) will be deployed initially in Malaysia and Indonesia, which together make up about 90% of palm oil production globally. According to WRI, it will detect deforestation weeks faster than existing ... View More
Serious About Scope 3: Pioneering Companies Embracing Complexity, Reaping the Benefits
There’s no doubt Scope 3 emissions reductions are challenging. How do you get supplier data? Without recognition toward climate performance targets, is it even worth it? Good news: Answers to these questions are becoming clear. ... View More
How Rebalancing Power Dynamics Can Create More Sustainable Value Chains
From growers to sellers and consumers, there’s no doubt coffee touches billions of people every single day. But as coffee prices continue to decline, how can we address the underlying power dynamics that are driving unsustainable practices? ... View More
New Report Calls on Food Giants to Use Vanishing Water Resources More Efficiently
Third edition of Feeding Ourselves Thirsty reveals improved scores in water-management practices from industry giants such as Mars, Coca-Cola and Unilever, but finds insufficient corporate action overall in an increasingly water-stressed world. ... View More
Trending: Building Regenerative Fashion Supply Chains, from the Ground Up
A new partnership for Timberland aims to create sustainable leather supply chain; while inclusive apparel brand Everybody & Everyone aims to create better fashion from raw materials to end use. ... View More
Purpose at Work: How Wrangler Is Creating the Next Generation of Sustainable Fashion
Wrangler is taking big steps to achieve sustainability. By tackling the industry’s biggest challenges, the jeans giant is carving out a competitive advantage and helping other apparel makers improve industry practices. ... View More
UN-Backed Chocolate Bar Enables Consumers to Directly Impact Farmer Livelihoods
The Other Bar is an experiment in influencing consumer behaviour through quantifiable proof of impact. If it can prove that consumers will buy and be loyal to impactful products, the hope is that bigger brands will want to follow suit, turning their ... View More
Food Was Missing Ingredient at UN Climate Action Summit
Talk of energy, transport and construction filled the UN’s chamber, but animal agriculture avoided the limelight. The need for action by the sector came through clearly in a biodiversity roundtable attended by FAIRR. ... View More
Trending: US, UK Farmers Take Closer Look at Their Role in Fighting Climate Change
USFRA’s new short film marks farmer movement to create sustainable food systems; and new reports from the UK’s National Farmers Union and General Mills’ Triple Bottom Line Operating Unit outline the way forward. ... View More
Good Fashion Fund Seeks Sustainable, Scalable Supply Chain Solutions
If we are to really shift the textile industry from one that is harming workers, local communities and the environment to one that is circular and sustainable, scalable solutions will be necessary. ... View More
Meet CHEP: The Unsung Leader in Circular, Data-Driven Transport Solutions
Wooden pallets may not be the most glamorous part of the global supply chain, but nothing gets moved around without them, and they are a huge opportunity for a circular economy. ... View More
