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The Social Ripple Effect: The Reach of Business Decisions in the Time of COVID-19
The Social Ripple Effect: The Reach of Business Decisions in the Time of COVID-19
Published on August 5, 2020
About a 3 minute read

Organizations will be defined by the decisions they make during the pandemic. Now, companies with a social purpose — or those which aspire to have one — have a tool that can inform their day-to-day decisions in ways that build and sustain a better society. Read More...

Materials & PackagingCircular EconomyInnovation & Technology
How a Classic Brand Is Tackling the Marine Plastic Problem
How a Classic Brand Is Tackling the Marine Plastic Problem
Published on August 4, 2020
Written by Rob Ianelli
About a 3 minute read

Zipper giant YKK Group has used recycled PET yarns in the woven tape of its Natulon® zippers since 1994. But when it wanted to help address the challenge of ocean plastic, the company saw it as an opportunity to get creative. Read More...

Marketing & Communications
Kolster to Brands: Tout Not How Great Your Product Is, But What It Can Help People Become
Kolster to Brands: Tout Not How Great Your Product Is, But What It Can Help People Become
Published on August 4, 2020
About a 6 minute read

In his new book, The Hero Trap, Thomas Kolster says rather than promoting what’s good about their company or products, brands need to shift their focus to their customers — specifically, their brand’s role in helping its customers transform their lives. Read More...

Innovation & TechnologyCircular Economy
Global Maker Challenge Finalists Tackling Food, Trade, Justice, Circularity
Global Maker Challenge Finalists Tackling Food, Trade, Justice, Circularity
Published on August 3, 2020
About a 7 minute read

This year’s global challenges centered around four themes: Sustainable and Healthy Food for All, Climate Change/Circular Economy, Innovation for Inclusive Trade, and Innovation for Peace and Justice. Read More...

Innovation & Technology
Illinois Soybean Farmers Sowing Seeds of a Sustainable Future
Illinois Soybean Farmers Sowing Seeds of a Sustainable Future
Published on July 31, 2020
Written by Amy Roady
About a 3 minute read

Illinois has maintained its leadership in US soybean production for nearly a century, thanks to its climate and ongoing commitment to sustainable agriculture and conservation best practices. Read More...

Materials & PackagingMarketing & Communications
BASF to Release Carbon Footprint Data for Its 45K Products
BASF to Release Carbon Footprint Data for Its 45K Products
Published on July 30, 2020
About a 2 minute read

The chemical giant has been a leader in innovative approaches to quantifying the impacts of its diverse product portfolio. Read More...

Marketing & Communications
Q&A: Meet the Team Helping Brands Stay ‘Grounded’ in Their Purpose
Q&A: Meet the Team Helping Brands Stay ‘Grounded’ in Their Purpose
Published on July 30, 2020
Written by Sustainable Brands
About a 6 minute read

NYC-based brand strategy agency Grounded is on a mission to help brands, retailers and nonprofits activate their purpose and close the stubborn consumer intent-to-action gap. Read More...

Finance & InvestmentMarketing & Communications
Global Public Thinks GDP Should Include Health, Education, Environmental Data
Global Public Thinks GDP Should Include Health, Education, Environmental Data
Published on July 29, 2020
About a 2 minute read

The 2020 GlobeScan-Ethical Markets “Beyond GDP” survey finds that an average of 72% of people across 11 countries would prefer to broaden GDP to incorporate these additional data. Read More...

Materials & PackagingCircular Economy
6 Tips for Avoiding Recycled Materials Supply Chain Disruptions
6 Tips for Avoiding Recycled Materials Supply Chain Disruptions
Published on July 29, 2020
Written by Rob Ianelli
About a 4 minute read

Don’t wait until a breakdown happens to explore alternatives. Start evaluating your supply chain today and expand your recycled plastic sources to keep things humming no matter what the world throws at you. Read More...

Organizational GovernanceCircular Economy
New Guide to Help Travel Businesses Decarbonize During the Pandemic
New Guide to Help Travel Businesses Decarbonize During the Pandemic
Published on July 28, 2020
About a 2 minute read

Carbon-neutral travel giant Intrepid Travel aims to assist others in rebuilding responsibly, for a more sustainable return to tourism. Read More...

New MetricsMarketing & Communications
Doconomy's 2030 Calculator Democratizes Product Carbon Footprint Labeling
Doconomy's 2030 Calculator Democratizes Product Carbon Footprint Labeling
Published on July 28, 2020
About a 2 minute read

Swedish impact-tech startup Doconomy has launched a new, free tool that enables fast and reliable product carbon footprint calculations for brands and manufacturers. Read More...

Marketing & Communications
Greenpeace Canada Supports FSC Responsible Forestry Standard
Greenpeace Canada Supports FSC Responsible Forestry Standard
Published on July 27, 2020
Written by Maggie Abel
About a 1 minute read

In June, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Canada celebrated the first anniversary of its new responsible forest management standard — which has received strong support from industry and NGOs alike. Read More...

Organizational Governance
Viola Brands: A Case Study in Cultivating Racial Equity
Viola Brands: A Case Study in Cultivating Racial Equity
Published on July 27, 2020
Written by Jennifer Elks
About a 5 minute read

Cannabis producer Viola Brands is determined to increase minority representation in the industry. Its Viola Cares program provides education, employment and other resources; in order to create 10,000 jobs within the cannabis industry for Black people. Read More...

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The Role of Black Employees in Creating Equitable Workplaces
The Role of Black Employees in Creating Equitable Workplaces
Published on July 24, 2020
Written by Asha Tarry
About a 3 minute read

We are living in a moment that’s demanding employers to change the way in which they position themselves — if they really believe in inclusion — while Black employees can really evaluate where they are and how they feel about their workplace. Read More...

Surfacing Submerged ValueOrganizational Governance
Implementers, Catalysts and This Moment in History
Implementers, Catalysts and This Moment in History
Published on July 24, 2020
Written by Daniel Aronson
About a 5 minute read

"If you’re going to do something great, why not spread it around? Why not be a catalyst and amplify the impact exponentially?" — Daniel Aronson Read More...

Circular Economy
Report: Existing Technologies Can Stem Flow of Plastic into the Oceans by 80%
Report: Existing Technologies Can Stem Flow of Plastic into the Oceans by 80%
Published on July 23, 2020
Written by Nithin Coca
About a 4 minute read

We know the problem; and, increasingly, we know how to solve it. It’s time for decision-makers, including leading global consumer brands that have been identified as part of the problem, to start taking the necessary steps to prevent plastic from ending up in the ocean, now. Read More...

Circular Economy
Could the Great American Outdoors Act Lead to Equitable Access to Nature?
Could the Great American Outdoors Act Lead to Equitable Access to Nature?
Published on July 23, 2020
About a 4 minute read

Finally, something both parties can agree on — the passage of the Great American Outdoors Act is not only a beacon of hope for preservation of the US’ national parks, it could help ensure that the entire country has access to the restorative power of nature. Read More...

Materials & PackagingCollaboration & Co-Creation
Trending: Returnity, Venetian Resort Working to Cut Out COVID Waste
Trending: Returnity, Venetian Resort Working to Cut Out COVID Waste
Published on July 22, 2020
About a 4 minute read

Surgical mask upcycling and antimicrobial, reusable packaging solutions are some of the latest initiatives aiming to clean up some of our COVID-fueled, plastic-covered mess. Read More...

Marketing & CommunicationsMaterials & Packaging
From the Source: New System Offers Brands Data on Sustainable Cotton-Growing Practices
From the Source: New System Offers Brands Data on Sustainable Cotton-Growing Practices
Published on July 22, 2020
Written by U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol
About a 3 minute read

The US Cotton Trust Protocol provides measured and verified data about US cotton; which allows fashion and textile brands and retailers to track annual progress toward their targets, and help them tell their sustainability stories. Read More...

Circular Economy
Trending: Levi’s, Dockers, Sheep Inc Moving Sustainable Apparel Ever Forward
Trending: Levi’s, Dockers, Sheep Inc Moving Sustainable Apparel Ever Forward
Published on July 21, 2020
About a 3 minute read

Dual launches from Levi Strauss include recycled denim Levi’s and Water<Less Dockers; while carbon-negative wool sweaters from Sheep Inc come with full supply chain transparency. Read More...

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