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Supply Chains Are the Achilles’ Heel of Food Company Climate Action
Supply Chains Are the Achilles’ Heel of Food Company Climate Action
Published on August 19, 2021
Written by Julie Nash
About a 5 minute read

Companies cannot credibly address climate risk without disclosing and reducing their supply chain emissions. Through Food Emissions 50, investors are issuing an urgent call to action for companies to raise their ambition to disclose emissions, set targets and implement climate-transition action plans. Read More...

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Trending: lululemon, Pangaia Push Plant-Based Fabrics Further
Trending: lululemon, Pangaia Push Plant-Based Fabrics Further
Published on August 19, 2021
About a 5 minute read

lululemon’s latest partnership aims to replace conventional nylon in its products with bio-based; while two new blends from Pangaia are the brand’s latest step to delivering sustainable alternatives to overproduced materials such as cotton. Read More...

Marketing & Communications
Kids Can Take Over Parents' Devices with Ads Urging Them to Ditch Single-Use Plastics
Kids Can Take Over Parents' Devices with Ads Urging Them to Ditch Single-Use Plastics
Published on August 18, 2021
About a 3 minute read

Gelo’s ‘Parent Track’ aims to build on the recent surge of kids educating their parents and driving more sustainable practices at home. Read More...

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The Purpose-Action Gap: The Business Imperative of ESG
The Purpose-Action Gap: The Business Imperative of ESG
Published on August 17, 2021
Written by Allyssa Kennedy and Hannah Zimmerman
About a 4 minute read

In a recent study, we discovered shifts in thinking from both brand and consumer values: The gap between what they believe and how they are acting on such beliefs is narrowing, particularly when brands make sustainability accessible and affordable. Read More...

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Industry Leaders Co-Creating Groundbreaking Framework to Evolve Packaging Recyclability
Industry Leaders Co-Creating Groundbreaking Framework to Evolve Packaging Recyclability
Published on August 16, 2021
About a 3 minute read

Designing a package to be recyclable is currently complex and ambiguous, with no transparent national framework or guidelines in place. The Pathway to Circularity Recyclability Framework will be open for comment for 30 days, beginning August 19. Read More...

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‘Back to Life’ Program Seeds Regenerative Tourism Framework in New Zealand
‘Back to Life’ Program Seeds Regenerative Tourism Framework in New Zealand
Published on August 16, 2021
Written by JoAnna Haugen
About a 5 minute read

Taking advantage of the forced pandemic pause and building off the momentum of a less extractive tourism model already taking shape in the country’s Bay of Plenty, the online program provided a foundation for shaping thriving host communities rooted in local context and culture. Read More...

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3 Psychological Concepts That Can Propel Your Sustainability Efforts
3 Psychological Concepts That Can Propel Your Sustainability Efforts
Published on August 13, 2021
Written by Jane Courtnell
About a 6 minute read

These three concepts highlight how understanding human thought processes can influence the adoption of sustainable behaviors and promote corporate sustainability. Think about the messages you’re giving as a business, and how these can be tweaked to empower your stakeholders. Read More...

Organizational Governance
AT&T, Connected Nation Provide 35K Hotspots and Free Internet to Help Vulnerable Students
AT&T, Connected Nation Provide 35K Hotspots and Free Internet to Help Vulnerable Students
Published on August 12, 2021
About a 3 minute read

AT&T committed $10M to respond to the need for increased at-home connectivity for students during the pandemic, and worked with Connected Nation to make it happen. The 124 awardees in the program represent 81 schools and 43 nonprofits spanning 26 states. Read More...

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KDP Expands Commitments to ‘Do Good’ in 2021 and Beyond
KDP Expands Commitments to ‘Do Good’ in 2021 and Beyond
Published on August 12, 2021
Written by Christian Yonkers
About a 8 minute read

After an unprecedented year, Keurig Dr Pepper’s 2020 Corporate Responsibility Report reveals how partnerships, innovation, transparency and investment allowed the company to achieve goals and launch industry-first new commitments. Read More...

Circular EconomyInnovation & Technology
Airbnb, UNESCO Partner to Promote Cultural Tourism — Starting in Mexico
Airbnb, UNESCO Partner to Promote Cultural Tourism — Starting in Mexico
Published on August 12, 2021
About a 3 minute read

The initiative will promote destinations and experiences outside the traditional tourist circuit — engaging local tourist communities, integrating the creative and cultural sector into local tourism value chains, and contributing to the development of responsible tourism. Read More...

Circular Economy
It’s Arrived: Our ‘Uh-Oh’ Moment on Climate Change
It’s Arrived: Our ‘Uh-Oh’ Moment on Climate Change
Published on August 11, 2021
Written by Luke Heilbuth
About a 6 minute read

The latest IPCC report can’t be ignored — and it does our species and planet a disservice to pretend the situation will miraculously reverse itself. Here’s an overview and what companies should do in response. Read More...

Organizational Governance
Beyond One-Off CSR: How Brands Can Combat Inequities Over the Long Term
Beyond One-Off CSR: How Brands Can Combat Inequities Over the Long Term
Published on August 11, 2021
Written by Nithin Coca
About a 6 minute read

Reversing ingrained social inequities is critical to achieving the UN SDGs and averting catastrophic climate change. The pandemic has laid bare the many costs of inequality — now is the time for brands to make good on their promises to address this global issue. Read More...

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New Amazon Programs Aim to Curtail Rampant eCommerce Return Waste
New Amazon Programs Aim to Curtail Rampant eCommerce Return Waste
Published on August 10, 2021
About a 5 minute read

With its size and scale and proper follow-through, Amazon has the potential to make a significant dent in global product waste and offer models for other retailers to follow. Read More...

Innovation & TechnologyCircular Economy
Meet the Winemaker Working to Future-Proof Wine for a Climate-Challenged Future
Meet the Winemaker Working to Future-Proof Wine for a Climate-Challenged Future
Published on August 9, 2021
Written by Scarlett Buckley
About a 6 minute read

The warming world is affecting all agricultural industries, with wine being no exception. New York’s Gotham Winery is banking on diversity and adaptability to strengthen the grapes and the industry, both socially and environmentally. Read More...

Circular Economy
Why Shirakawa Village Is Considered One of the World’s ‘Top 100 Sustainable Destinations’
Why Shirakawa Village Is Considered One of the World’s ‘Top 100 Sustainable Destinations’
Published on August 6, 2021
Written by Sustainable Brands
About a 8 minute read

Japan’s idyllic Shirakawa Village has worked to mitigate overtourism and preserve the integrity of the local traditions and landscape by limiting visitors to those who respect the town’s heritage and embrace the spirit of mutual assistance that drives the local culture. Read More...

Circular EconomyMaterials & Packaging
New Podcast Focuses on Sustainability ‘Game Changers’ Including Advanced Recycling, Circularity Policy
New Podcast Focuses on Sustainability ‘Game Changers’ Including Advanced Recycling, Circularity Policy
Published on August 6, 2021
Written by Dow
About a 3 minute read

Since we last dove into “Plastics Unwrapped,” Dow and its guests have continued to cover some of the most impressive innovations in the plastics industry, while also exploring solutions to our most daunting sustainability challenges. Read More...

Circular Economy
Redfin Now Provides Climate-Risk Data for Prospective Home Purchases
Redfin Now Provides Climate-Risk Data for Prospective Home Purchases
Published on August 5, 2021
About a 3 minute read

The online real estate brokerage site now includes data from ClimateCheck to help home buyers and sellers understand the risk for fire, heat, drought and storms in their area over a 30-year mortgage. Read More...

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Intrepid Travel Launches Global Vaccine Equity Campaign
Intrepid Travel Launches Global Vaccine Equity Campaign
Published on August 5, 2021
About a 4 minute read

The world’s largest adventure travel company and certified B Corp is advocating for the safe return of international travel and improved access to COVID-19 vaccinations in low-income countries around the world. Read More...

Circular Economy
Too Good to Go Releases First Impact Report, Commits to Climate Positivity
Too Good to Go Releases First Impact Report, Commits to Climate Positivity
Published on August 4, 2021
About a 4 minute read

The world’s leading anti-food-waste app releases first Impact Report and commits to going beyond its carbon-neutral achievement to continue to fight climate change. Read More...

Finance & Investment
McCormick & Co Partners to Offer Suppliers Sustainability-Linked Financing
McCormick & Co Partners to Offer Suppliers Sustainability-Linked Financing
Published on August 4, 2021
About a 3 minute read

Through a new partnership with IFC and Citi, McCormick’s herbs and spices suppliers can qualify for discounted rates on short-term working-capital financing when they meet McCormick’s sustainability standards. Read More...

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