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Circular Economy
A Vindication of Packaging-Reuse Systems
A Vindication of Packaging-Reuse Systems
Published on January 10, 2024
Written by Emilia Smithies
About a 6 minute read

How reuse models in Latin America have succeeded, and what the Global North can learn from them. Read More...

Innovation & Technology
How Netafim Is Helping Build Resilience in Rice Production
How Netafim Is Helping Build Resilience in Rice Production
Published on January 9, 2024
Written by Scarlett Buckley
About a 7 minute read

Through a partnership with Regrow Ag, precision-agriculture business Netafim is helping rice farmers worldwide to seamlessly adopt climate-smart farming practices. Read More...

Organizational Governance
Think Global, Act Local: Making Sustainability Goals More Approachable
Think Global, Act Local: Making Sustainability Goals More Approachable
Published on January 8, 2024
Written by John Gagel
About a 3 minute read

While achieving these goals may not be easy, these practices help break down lofty goals and create coordinated, meaningful change. Read More...

Circular Economy
10 Reasons to Feel Good About the World as We Head into 2024
10 Reasons to Feel Good About the World as We Head into 2024
Published on January 5, 2024
Written by Phillip Haid
About a 7 minute read

As we reflect on the impact themes that defined 2023 and distill our predictions for the new year, we offer 10 positive trends to feel good about the world heading into 2024. Read More...

Organizational Governance
‘Guard Our Future:’ Kao's Vision to Balance Business with Solutions to Social Issues
‘Guard Our Future:’ Kao's Vision to Balance Business with Solutions to Social Issues
Published on January 5, 2024
Written by Sustainable Brands Japan
About a 8 minute read

Kao’s Guard Our Future project aims to greatly reduce transmission of dengue fever by focusing on three main areas: community activities, raising awareness among the next generation, and dengue fever forecasting. Read More...

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Brandable Solar Panels Bring New Meaning to ‘Marketing Sustainability’
Brandable Solar Panels Bring New Meaning to ‘Marketing Sustainability’
Published on January 5, 2024
Written by Christian Yonkers
About a 5 minute read

As sustainability and branding become more intermingled for forward-thinking brands, being able to turn unattractive solar arrays into marketing assets exemplifies resource efficiency. Read More...

Circular Economy
Investment and Innovation: How Cities Serve as Epicenters for Circularity
Investment and Innovation: How Cities Serve as Epicenters for Circularity
Published on January 4, 2024
Written by Colleen Litkenhaus Tague
About a 6 minute read

At the recent WRLDCTY event in October, a rich panel discussion explored how a systems approach can help realize a more circular future — using cities as a backdrop. Read More...

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Starbucks Becomes First National Coffee Retailer to Accept Reusable, Personal Cups
Starbucks Becomes First National Coffee Retailer to Accept Reusable, Personal Cups
Published on January 3, 2024
About a 5 minute read

Starting January 3, 2024, customers will be able to use their own clean, personal cup at all company-operated stores and participating licensed stores in the US and Canada. Read More...

Marketing & Communications
Can Advertising Ever Really Be Good for The Planet?
Can Advertising Ever Really Be Good for The Planet?
Published on January 2, 2024
Written by Tom Idle
About a 7 minute read

Ad-tech platform Good-Loop is helping advertisers connect with the public and overcome people’s desire to block ads by combining consumer engagement with charitable brand donations. Read More...

Circular Economy
Building Trust to Propel Regenerative Ag Forward: Key Takeaways from COP28
Building Trust to Propel Regenerative Ag Forward: Key Takeaways from COP28
Published on December 29, 2023
Written by Heather K. Terry
About a 4 minute read

As we work to find common ground in addressing climate change, changemakers really need to examine what could happen if money and power weren’t a factor. Read More...

Materials & Packaging
Digitization, Data Driving the Quest to Decarbonize Building Materials
Digitization, Data Driving the Quest to Decarbonize Building Materials
Published on December 28, 2023
About a 6 minute read

Shaw’s Kellie Ballew spoke with Stacy Smedley, executive director of Building Transparency, about the organization’s role in decarbonizing the construction industry. Read More...

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Innovating for Impact: The Sustainable Tech Trends to Watch in 2024
Innovating for Impact: The Sustainable Tech Trends to Watch in 2024
Published on December 27, 2023
Written by Naveen Saini
About a 5 minute read

Many companies have embarked on their sustainability journey. In 2024, the challenge will be to prioritize the innovations that add the most impact. Read More...

Marketing & Communications
A Radical Approach to Sustainability in B2B Tech: Honesty
A Radical Approach to Sustainability in B2B Tech: Honesty
Published on December 26, 2023
Written by Mike Maynard
About a 5 minute read

The ostrich approach to inconvenient problems is a reason why the climate crisis exists. It’s refreshing to see a brand stand up and say, ‘This is what we’re doing. It’s tough. We can’t be perfect. But we’re working hard and this is what we’ve achieved.’ Read More...

Circular Economy
These Underutilized Grains Hold the Key to Climate-Proofing Our Food System
These Underutilized Grains Hold the Key to Climate-Proofing Our Food System
Published on December 22, 2023
Written by Nate Blum
About a 5 minute read

Sorghum and millets are versatile, fast-growing cereal crops able to produce reliable yields and high-quality nutrition amid variable climates and with low environmental impact. Read More...

Circular Economy
Flashfood Offers a Solution to Food Waste That Doesn’t Leave the Grocery Store
Flashfood Offers a Solution to Food Waste That Doesn’t Leave the Grocery Store
Published on December 21, 2023
Written by Geoff Nudelman
About a 4 minute read

The platform connects shoppers with near-expiration food coming directly from grocery shelves at a significant discount. Read More...

Circular Economy
‘Tis the Season of ‘Giving Back:’ The Environmental Impact of Holiday Returns
‘Tis the Season of ‘Giving Back:’ The Environmental Impact of Holiday Returns
Published on December 21, 2023
Written by Melanie Nuce-Hilton
About a 6 minute read

Addressing the fate of returned items — and the larger issue of 'wrap, return, repeat' consumer culture — requires adoption of smart technologies to offset losses and improve retail’s environmental impact during the holiday season and beyond. Read More...

Innovation & Technology
Startup on a Mission to UNDO Climate Change by ‘Putting Carbon in Its Place’
Startup on a Mission to UNDO Climate Change by ‘Putting Carbon in Its Place’
Published on December 20, 2023
Written by Scarlett Buckley
About a 8 minute read

Using enhanced rock weathering to draw down carbon from the atmosphere, UNDO aims to spread enough crushed rock on farmlands by 2025 to permanently remove 1M tons of CO2. Read More...

Organizational Governance
How Internal Communications Can Unleash Employee Ingenuity on Sustainability Challenges
How Internal Communications Can Unleash Employee Ingenuity on Sustainability Challenges
Published on December 20, 2023
Written by Noah Keteyian
About a 4 minute read

People everywhere are feeling the effects of climate change and want to be part of the solution. Business leaders who engage their employees in sustainability initiatives will help them feel more connected and create new opportunities to shape the future. Read More...

Circular Economy
Why COP Should Be More Like a Global Sport Tournament
Why COP Should Be More Like a Global Sport Tournament
Published on December 19, 2023
Written by Thomas Kolster
About a 4 minute read

It’s time for a new summit where citizens, not special interests, have a say. Imagine if COP29 were more like a sports match or a reality TV show … Read More...

Circular Economy
Understanding Digestate: The Bounty from Anaerobic Digestion
Understanding Digestate: The Bounty from Anaerobic Digestion
Published on December 19, 2023
Written by Shawn Kreloff
About a 3 minute read

Leveraging the potential of anaerobic digestion and utilizing digestate as a renewable soil amendment offers significant opportunities for sustainable and regenerative agriculture. Read More...

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