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What Would Carbon Neutrality Mean for Small Businesses?

Published on May 25, 2020

Written by Matthew Margetts

About a 4 minute read

No matter the size of your company, there are certainly steps you could be taking to move closer to the elusive dream of net zero. In no way is the path to carbon neutrality easy, but bearing any costs and challenges now could secure the future success of your business. Read More...

Finance & Investment Circular Economy Organizational Governance

The World Has Changed, But Investor Interest in ESG Remains. What’s Expected of Your Company?

Published on May 22, 2020

Written by Laura Fisher and Jen Anderson

About a 3 minute read

As the crisis continues to unfold, ESG topics will continue to grow in importance. Companies will be judged by their ability to withstand financial shocks, but also by how they’ve treated their employees, clients and communities. Read More...

Circular Economy

Could Staying in Remote Work After Coronavirus Help Solve Our Next Crisis?

Published on May 22, 2020

Written by Jane Courtnell

About a 7 minute read

It is my belief that remote work is part of the solution to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Worldwide coordination, and making even the smallest changes, can make significant differences for planetary health. Read More...

Supply Chain

Q&A: MSC on Ensuring Seafood Sustainability During, and After, a Global Health Crisis

Published on May 21, 2020

Written by Sustainable Brands

About a 7 minute read

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. Read More...

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300+ Business Leaders Tell Congress: We Can Build Back Better

Published on May 21, 2020

Written by Anne Kelly

About a 5 minute read

Last week’s LEAD on Climate 2020 sent a message to Congress that business leaders have not lost sight of the climate crisis — even as they tackle the COVID-19 crisis. Washington should follow their lead. Read More...

Materials & Packaging Collaboration & Co-Creation

Report Outlines Critical Actions for Beauty Brands to Sustainably ‘Make Up the Future’

Published on May 20, 2020

About a 4 minute read

A new report published this week by sustainability consulting group Quantis maps the urgent actions that cosmetics and personal care brands must address to achieve sustainability in today’s fast-changing world. Read More...

Organizational Governance Circular Economy

Are We Capable of Enacting Lasting, Positive Change After Disruption and Crisis?

Published on May 20, 2020

Written by Amanda Goetsch

About a 9 minute read

The shadow of the unknown due to COVID could derail progress we’ve made toward a more sustainable future or it can motivate us to do better, faster. Now is the time for stakeholders throughout every organization to dig deep and figure out what they want their future to look like, and how they can make that happen. Read More...

Finance & Investment

Trending: Investors Show How to Stay the Future-Proof Course in a Post-COVID World

Published on May 19, 2020

About a 5 minute read

A new toolkit provides a roadmap for addressing risks to the ‘S’ part of ESG investing; while a new case study validates the Rockefeller Brothers Foundation’s bet on a fossil-fuel-free portfolio. Read More...

Circular Economy Collaboration & Co-Creation

155 Business Leaders Push Governments for Net-Zero COVID-Recovery Plan

Published on May 19, 2020

About a 3 minute read

In the largest-ever, UN-backed, CEO-led climate advocacy effort, major multinationals — all part of the Science Based Targets initiative — reaffirm their own commitments to achieving zero-carbon economy and call on governments to match their ambition. Read More...

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Phin’s Food and Shelter Drive Needs Your Help to Benefit Those Affected by COVID-19

Published on May 18, 2020

Written by Phin

About a 1 minute read

The social good relationship platform is donating its services in May and beyond in a bid to reach those affected by the crisis — and seeking corporate donors for the nationwide campaign. Read More...

Innovation & Technology

How 3 CPG Companies Invigorated Their Brands Through Plastic Neutrality

Published on May 18, 2020

Written by rePurpose Global

About a 6 minute read

The Plastic Neutral Certification enabled these brands to immediately address the growing concerns of their customer base, tell unique stories on their sustainability commitment, and differentiate themselves from the competition on the aisle and in the customer’s mind. Read More...

Materials & Packaging Innovation & Technology

Brewers Take Note: Enzymes Can Play a Crucial Role in Global Climate Fightback

Published on May 15, 2020

Written by Tom Idle

About a 4 minute read

LCAs are becoming increasingly important in identifying ways to help solve the climate crisis — not only in pinpointing inefficiencies, but in highlighting how relatively small changes can create a huge, lasting, collective impact. Read More...

Collaboration & Co-Creation

Humanscale, EcoRise Partner to Bring Sustainability Education to Classrooms Across the US

Published on May 15, 2020

About a 2 minute read

Program will help teachers foster students’ leadership skills, critical thinking and environmental literacy; and provide a Student Innovation Fund for projects that improve schools’ environmental performance. Read More...

Circular Economy Organizational Governance

L’Oréal Pledges €150M to Support Vulnerable Women, Protect the Environment

Published on May 15, 2020

About a 2 minute read

In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and to attempt to mitigate its consequences, L’Oréal has announced L’Oréal for the Future — an industry-first social and environmental solidarity program to address two key priorities … Read More...

Materials & Packaging

#ItsInOurHands: Increasing Clarity Around Biodegradability

Published on May 14, 2020

Written by Veocel

About a 3 minute read

In a recent Sustainable Brands webinar, Lenzing Group and a panel of experts discussed the implications and applications of biodegradable alternatives to fossil-based plastic products such as wet wipes; as well as efforts to engage the public on their benefits. Read More...

Organizational Governance Innovation & Technology

Community Support, Collaboration Signal Resilient Future for Co-operatives

Published on May 13, 2020

Written by JoAnna Haugen

About a 6 minute read

The coronavirus pandemic has made clear the importance of each person and business acting individually to work toward a shared goal that benefits society as a whole. Co-ops are inherently set up for resilience, as they act with the best interest of the community in mind. Read More...

Marketing & Communications

Talking to the Other Side: Keys for Setting Up Difficult Conversations

Published on May 13, 2020

Written by Kevin Wilhelm

About a 3 minute read

As we collectively grapple with issues that threaten our very existence, our new book reminds us that “othering” people won’t help us move forward. Instead, we need to temper how we engage with others by showing patience, kindness and empathy — regardless of political affiliation or beliefs. Read More...

Marketing & Communications

LEAD on Climate 2020 to Be Largest-Ever Virtual Lawmaker Advocacy Day for Climate Action

Published on May 12, 2020

About a 1 minute read

300+ businesses in the largest-ever call to action from business leaders to the US Congress will call for a build-back-better strategy that centers around a resilient, clean energy economy. Read More...

Materials & Packaging Circular Economy

How Gap, MycoWorks, Thousand Fell Are Edging Fashion Closer to Circularity

Published on May 12, 2020

Written by Maxine Perella

About a 4 minute read

Denim and leather have helped style some of the most iconic fashion statements throughout history — so when taking apparel full circle, it makes sense to start with these types of classic materials that never seem to go out of vogue. Read More...

Materials & Packaging

The ‘Secret’ Ingredient in the World’s ‘Greenest’ Buildings? FSC-Certified Wood

Published on May 11, 2020

Written by Brad Kahn

About a 3 minute read

Across the country and around the world, thousands of buildings use FSC certification as a way to ensure that the wood materials used support responsible management of forests, keeping them intact and healthy for the people and animals who depend on them. Read More...