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Regeneration & Resilience
The Frugal Economy, Part 1: Share Everything, Waste Nothing
The Frugal Economy, Part 1: Share Everything, Waste Nothing
Published on August 28, 2024
Written by Navi Radjou
About a 12 minute read

In this first of a four-part series, we look at the three pillars of the frugal economy and their transformative impact on businesses, industries, communities and the environment. Read More...

Materials & Packaging
How Does Consumer Behavior Challenge the Circular Economy?
How Does Consumer Behavior Challenge the Circular Economy?
Published on August 27, 2024
Written by Sustana
About a 6 minute read

Economic models shift slowly, and consumer habits are hard to break. A shift from linearity to circularity won’t happen overnight, but there are tangible ways businesses can help consumers shift their behaviors today. Read More...

Innovation & Technology
Mars Seeks Innovators to Reduce the Footprint of Pet Food
Mars Seeks Innovators to Reduce the Footprint of Pet Food
Published on August 27, 2024
About a 2 minute read

The Next-Generation Pet Food Program aims to scale sustainable innovations for the pet food value chain, with a focus on sustainable proteins and fats. Read More...

Supply Chain
Field Notes: How Major Brands Are Cultivating Regenerative Supply Chains
Field Notes: How Major Brands Are Cultivating Regenerative Supply Chains
Published on August 26, 2024
About a 5 minute read

From food and beverages to apparel, more commodity supply chains are getting a resilience boost through a transition to regenerative-agriculture practices. Join us in October as forward-thinking brands from these industries come together to discuss the significant environmental, economic and social benefits being reaped. Read More...

Innovation & TechnologyRegeneration & Resilience
Aspen Vodka Raises Spirits Sustainability to a Whole New Level
Aspen Vodka Raises Spirits Sustainability to a Whole New Level
Published on August 23, 2024
Written by Geoff Nudelman
About a 4 minute read

Aspen Distillers’ new, carbon-negative facility — the world’s first LEED Platinum-certified distillery — includes a parcel dedicated to regenerative agriculture and pioneering water re-entry processes, and is designed for net-positive energy use. Read More...

New Metrics
First-of-Their-Kind Metrics Guide Supply Chain Transition to Safer Chemistry
First-of-Their-Kind Metrics Guide Supply Chain Transition to Safer Chemistry
Published on August 22, 2024
About a 4 minute read

Replacing hazardous chemicals with safer alternatives across supply chains is one of sustainable business’s biggest challenges. The Safer Chemistry Impact Fund reveals an actionable roadmap to address toxic chemical pollution across consumer product sectors. Read More...

Innovation & Technology
Pilot Study Uses Recycled Glass to Grow Salsa Ingredients, Protect Coastlines
Pilot Study Uses Recycled Glass to Grow Salsa Ingredients, Protect Coastlines
Published on August 22, 2024
About a 5 minute read

The researchers think adding glass to soil could help prevent wind erosion in coastal regions and ecosystems whose preservation is an increasingly valuable aspect of climate resilience. Read More...

Innovation & Technology
This Startup Floats a Biomimetic Solution to Microplastic Pollution
This Startup Floats a Biomimetic Solution to Microplastic Pollution
Published on August 21, 2024
Written by Scarlett Buckley
About a 7 minute read

PolyGone Systems has developed the world's first portable, affordable, low-maintenance microplastic collection device — aiming to help restore the health of waterways and marine life worldwide. Read More...

Innovation & Technology
3D Printing Driving Rapid Development of Ford EVs
3D Printing Driving Rapid Development of Ford EVs
Published on August 21, 2024
About a 4 minute read

Remaining competitive in the increasingly crowded EV market will require all automakers to continue integrating cutting-edge technologies and new materials, processes and machinery. Read More...

Supply Chain
Smallholder Voices Are Critical in Ethical Supply Chains
Smallholder Voices Are Critical in Ethical Supply Chains
Published on August 20, 2024
Written by Ellie Turner
About a 5 minute read

The Farmer Thriving Index — a holistic, standardized way of understanding farmer wellbeing that is grounded in farmer voice — set out to answer a simple question: Are farmers in coffee supply chains thriving, or barely surviving? Read More...

Organizational Governance
Avoiding Greenwashing Accusations Requires Cross-Functional Collaboration
Avoiding Greenwashing Accusations Requires Cross-Functional Collaboration
Published on August 19, 2024
Written by Ryan Fisher
About a 4 minute read

Misleading consumers on sustainability initiatives will not grow a business, and the legal and reputational ramifications only reinforce that the exaggeration of environmental claims will not deliver on ROI. Here are two tips from our sustainability journey in the wellness space. Read More...

Marketing & CommunicationsSocial & Environmental Impact
Are US Students Learning Enough About Climate Change?
Are US Students Learning Enough About Climate Change?
Published on August 16, 2024
Written by Roberto Guerra
About a 6 minute read

With its effects now felt the world over, one might assume that education on climate change would be a high priority. But this is not the case — for numerous reasons we examine, in this first of a four-part series. Read More...

Circular Economy
Report: Apparel Circularity Schemes Not Quite Meeting the Moment
Report: Apparel Circularity Schemes Not Quite Meeting the Moment
Published on August 16, 2024
About a 5 minute read

While more consumers are embracing circular initiatives that enable them to extend the life of their clothing, brands must make them more accessible to meet the scale of the environmental problems caused by clothing waste. Read More...

Circular Economy
Study: Surf Breaks Key to Health of Climate, Ecosystems, Coastal Communities
Study: Surf Breaks Key to Health of Climate, Ecosystems, Coastal Communities
Published on August 15, 2024
About a 4 minute read

An Oregon State University study finds surf conservation offers a unique opportunity to strengthen protection of climate-critical carbon stocks while boosting socio-economic health of coastal communities. Read More...

Regulation & Public Policy
Resilient Companies Remain Committed to Improvement, Regardless of Regulations
Resilient Companies Remain Committed to Improvement, Regardless of Regulations
Published on August 14, 2024
About a 5 minute read

The US Supreme Court’s reversal of the 40-year-old ‘Chevron deference’ rule could put countless ESG regulations in jeopardy, but experts urge companies to stick to strategies that ensure their long-term competitiveness and resilience. Read More...

Innovation & TechnologyInnovation & Technology
Coca-Cola Adds Wastewater-to-Energy Tech to Circular Manufacturing Toolbox
Coca-Cola Adds Wastewater-to-Energy Tech to Circular Manufacturing Toolbox
Published on August 13, 2024
About a 3 minute read

Pipeline Organics’ technology will convert sugar-rich wastewater into clean, cost-effective renewable electricity to help power CCEP’s food and drink manufacturing operations. Read More...

Materials & Packaging
erthos: Giving the Plastics Industry an AI-Driven, Biobased Upgrade
erthos: Giving the Plastics Industry an AI-Driven, Biobased Upgrade
Published on August 13, 2024
Written by Scarlett Buckley
About a 6 minute read

The Toronto-based startup creates high-performance biomaterials that seamlessly integrate into manufacturing systems and supply chains five times faster than industry standard — eliminating a barrier to widespread adoption. Read More...

Finance & InvestmentInnovation & Technology
US Invests $2.2B Into Grid Upgrades for Climate Resilience
US Invests $2.2B Into Grid Upgrades for Climate Resilience
Published on August 12, 2024
About a 7 minute read

Projects will add nearly 13 GW of energy capacity to support more manufacturing, data centers and renewable power; catalyze nearly $10B in public-private investments and create thousands of jobs. Read More...

Innovation & TechnologyMaterials & Packaging
Nissan’s ‘Cool Paint’ Will Cut Car-Interior Heat, Energy Use
Nissan’s ‘Cool Paint’ Will Cut Car-Interior Heat, Energy Use
Published on August 9, 2024
About a 4 minute read

The paint's cooling performance is most noticeable when a vehicle is parked in the sun for an extended period. Keeping the interior cooler helps reduce load to the A/C — and in electric vehicles, draw on the battery. Read More...

Organizational Governance
Travel Companies Signal Sustainability Focus With Scientists on Staff
Travel Companies Signal Sustainability Focus With Scientists on Staff
Published on August 8, 2024
Written by JoAnna Haugen
About a 4 minute read

These shifts in hospitality and tourism offerings are increasingly essential as conscious consumerism becomes mainstream and addressing the climate crisis becomes essential for preservation of the industry. Read More...

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