Supply Chain
How leading companies, NGOs and solution providers are working to address the myriad issues that can arise in any supply chain.
Carbon-Negative Avocado Green Mattress Supports Dreams of Regeneration
As co-founder Mark Abrials explains, the company went from idealistic startup to carbon-negativity thanks to strategic partnerships, supplier co-ownership, and setting small but ambitious goals.
Indigo Ag, Anheuser-Busch Rice-Growing Partnership a Major Win for Growers, Environment
After a successful pilot year, the two companies report GHG emissions and water savings well beyond their original targets — growers saved over 2 billion gallons of water and reduced emissions over 26%.
Trending: Brands Continue Work to Build Traceable, Regenerative Ag Supply Chains
In the name of continued improvement for the benefit and sustainability of their respective industries and the agricultural communities that supply them, Timberland and Hershey unveil new measures to ensure ethical supply chains for leather and cocoa, respectively.
New Report Reveals Roadmap to Transform US Ag System from Extractive to Regenerative
Against the backdrop of the COVID-19 crisis, a new report from Forum for the Future highlights the critical role of regenerative agricultural practices in delivering future food system resilience.
Q&A: MSC on Ensuring Seafood Sustainability During, and After, a Global Health Crisis
In times of crisis, how much does traceable and sustainable seafood matter to consumers? These are some of the issues we discussed recently with Nicolas Guichoux, Chief Program Officer at the Marine Stewardship Council.
Trending: Public, Private Sectors Rallying to Reduce COVID-Fueled Food Waste
Cross-Posted from Waste Not. In the face of rampant supply chain disruptions, resulting in mounting food waste, a nationwide distributor and an agricultural powerhouse are doing what they can to cut it out of the equation.
It’s Time to Listen: What Rural Agricultural Communities Need During COVID-19
As the pandemic continues, rural agricultural producers and their communities will need renewed levels of support and commitments from supply chain partners, to ensure their continued health and stability.
Trending: Virus, Be Damned — Fashion Industry Charges Ahead Toward Sustainable Future
Cross-Posted from Business Case. 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.
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.
3 Ways the Coronavirus Outbreak Can Lead to a More Sustainable Future
Cross-Posted from The Next Economy. Although the danger to our health is currently very present and very real, experts expect this crisis will at some point pass, and we will be able to resume our normal lives with a renewed sense of appreciation. The question is, what will a return to “business as usual” look like?
Forestry Day and Every Day: Don’t Overlook the ‘Urban Forest’
Cross-Posted from Chemistry, Materials & Packaging. While it is crucial to maintain sustainability managed forests, sourcing paper fiber from them is not the only option to consider. As we all move toward creating a more circular economy, it’s important to also consider sourcing materials from the “urban forest.”
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 and a circular economy.
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.
MSC on Mission to Ensure Sustainable Seafood for All
Cross-Posted from Marketing and Comms. MSC has researched what matters most to seafood lovers, and how to engage consumers and producers on the benefits of sustainable seafood. We caught up with Senior PR Manager Jackie Marks to find out how MSC is getting that message out.
What the Coronavirus Outbreak Reveals About the Current Corporate Response to Human Rights
Cross-Posted from Organizational Change. While the epidemic has shined a light on examples of a positive, collective response; it has also exposed an ongoing failure by corporations to put people first, and profit second.
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 it has had on the farming communities who produce its berries.
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.
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.
Regenerative Agriculture: Not Just for Beef Anymore
Cross-Posted from Product, Service & Design Innovation. Beef is naturally at the forefront of the conversation around regenerative ag because of the direct and dramatic improvement properly managed ruminants can have on soil quality. But that doesn’t mean that other foods shouldn’t be held to the same standards.
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.
