Which trees you preserve and plant when you build a new building or expand your corporate footprint has an impact — not only on your property but also on the surrounding community. Read More...
Companies that continue directing their resources and influence to create meaningful impact will not just survive but grow during the upcoming administration. Our research shows that the US public are ready for this leadership — now, it's up to business to deliver. Read More...
At a time when many are retreating, staying the sustainability course with confidence, personality and authenticity will set brand leaders apart from the rest. Read More...
‘It Takes a Child to Raise a Village’ shows how building more empathy at an early age can help change the world for the better. Read More...
The Climate Justice Standard ensures nature-based solutions and market-based mechanisms can effectively protect human rights while fighting climate change. Read More...
Biotech startup HIRO Technologies has launched a Kickstarter to scale the circular, fungi-powered solution behind its forthcoming MycoDigestible™ diapers. Read More...
Despite outward differences between industries, most companies face similar challenges when it comes to sustainability — especially related to carbon-associated logistics. Only by working together can we create clean solutions. Read More...
Here’s this year’s list of tips for taking a more intentional approach to holiday gift giving and some of the many companies, platforms and products that we’d be happy to support anytime. Read More...
30 ‘Bright Spots’ highlighted by Forum for the Future — in partnership with Earthshot Prize and Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors — reignite hope by demonstrating that transformational change is not only possible, but already happening. Read More...
The low water and fertilizer needs of olive trees make them natural candidates for a drier climate. The conference highlighted technological advances to improve oil yield and quality, climate-smart growing practices, circular uses for byproducts, taste tests and more. Read More...
As AI becomes more sophisticated, plant-based food innovators are leveraging the technology to innovate and thrive in the ever-competitive alternative-protein market. Read More...
In the latest in a growing wave of actions aiming to hold the fossil fuel industry liable for its role in accelerating climate change, Carrboro, NC is suing Duke Energy for its continued use of fossil fuels and attempting to gaslight the public about the reality of climate change. Read More...
Simplifyber is redesigning fashion production with a cellulose-based, liquid fiber that can be molded for a variety of applications, including shoe uppers — bypassing 60% of traditional manufacturing steps and significantly reducing waste, energy use and emissions. Read More...
Day three of the UN Forum on Business and Human Rights 2024 saw investors unmoved by the backlash against ESG investment — instead, redoubling efforts to understand risks and opportunities through better data and deeper engagement with stakeholders. Read More...
The demonstration is part of the Or Foundation’s Speak Volumes campaign, a global initiative calling on fashion brands to declare their production volumes to help clean up the industry's waste crisis. Read More...
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Key takeaways from day two of the UN Forum on Business and Human Rights 2024 included viewing impacted communities as ‘rights-holders’ — not stakeholders — to help bridge the power imbalance between larger, Global North companies and their Global South supply chain partners. Read More...
Carol was one of the most important thinkers, writers and teachers on the topic of regenerative systems — which, as she describes it, involve building conditions and practices that support the ‘evolving expression of essence.’ I am deeply grateful to have experienced her support of my ability to evolve my own expression of essence, and that of Sustainable Brands’ organization and community. Read More...
New research shows Brits will spend £3.5B on tech they don’t need this Black Friday, with 1 in 5 using new tech for only four months. CeX’s campaign reminds shoppers about the mountains of tech waste created by the annual shopping frenzy. Read More...
By fostering a shared commitment to sustainable development that is interwoven with social equity, we can pave the way for long-term, profitable solutions that benefit both current and future generations worldwide. Read More...