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Circular Economy
COP28: Food-Systems Transformation Finally Becoming Part of the Climate Conversation
COP28: Food-Systems Transformation Finally Becoming Part of the Climate Conversation
Published on December 5, 2023
About a 10 minute read

At COP28, the US Food Waste Pact, ReFED’s ‘Roadmap for Philanthropy’ and $57M from the Bezos Earth Fund are among new initiatives targeting global food-system transformation. Read More...

Artificial Intelligence for Sustainability
Could AI Hold the Key for Brands Struggling to Unlock the Ambition-Action Conundrum?
Could AI Hold the Key for Brands Struggling to Unlock the Ambition-Action Conundrum?
Published on December 5, 2023
Written by Tom Idle
About a 7 minute read

As Ubuntoo co-founder Peter Schelstraete explains, AI tools allow us to decrease ‘unknowns’ exponentially; but he makes it clear that his technology will not replace human expertise. Read More...

Organizational Governance
A Unique Spin on Traditional Japanese Business Principles to Help Achieve the SDGs
A Unique Spin on Traditional Japanese Business Principles to Help Achieve the SDGs
Published on December 4, 2023
Written by SUSCOM
About a 5 minute read

Taneya Group’s founding principles are grounded in a concept called "sanpo yoshi" (“three-way satisfaction”), considered one of the roots of Japanese sustainability. Read More...

Finance & Investment
First Roadmap for Financiers Implementing a ‘Just Transition’ Launched at COP28
First Roadmap for Financiers Implementing a ‘Just Transition’ Launched at COP28
Published on December 4, 2023
About a 4 minute read

The new guidance will support the global financial sector in embedding just-transition practices in their operations to ensure a climate transition that leaves no one behind. Read More...

Innovation & Technology
Gifts That Keep on Giving: SB’s 2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Gifts That Keep on Giving: SB’s 2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Published on December 1, 2023
About a 19 minute read

Here’s this year’s list of some of the many companies, platforms and products aligned with a more intentional approach to production and consumption that we’d be happy to support anytime. Read More...

Circular EconomyInnovation & Technology
Alaska Airlines Empowers Guests to Reduce Emissions, Support Growth of SAF Market
Alaska Airlines Empowers Guests to Reduce Emissions, Support Growth of SAF Market
Published on December 1, 2023
About a 4 minute read

This month, Alaska Mileage Plan members can earn Elite-Qualifying Miles when they support sustainable aviation fuel, contributing to their elite qualification for the new year. Read More...

Finance & Investment
New Expedia Fund Supports Nonprofits Removing Barriers to Travel
New Expedia Fund Supports Nonprofits Removing Barriers to Travel
Published on November 30, 2023
About a 5 minute read

In its first year, the Made to Travel™ Fund has awarded more than $1.5M in grants to a diverse set of organizations working with underserved or underrepresented travelers. Read More...

Marketing & Communications
Mars ‘Reuses’ Fan-Favorite Ads to Reduce Climate Impacts of Brand Communication
Mars ‘Reuses’ Fan-Favorite Ads to Reduce Climate Impacts of Brand Communication
Published on November 30, 2023
About a 2 minute read

The campaign is aimed at raising consumer awareness by 'reusing' old, iconic adverts and showcasing creative ways to leave a lighter environmental footprint in advertising. Read More...

Marketing & Communications
Information Is Power, But Who Decides How Much We (or They) Have a Right to Know?
Information Is Power, But Who Decides How Much We (or They) Have a Right to Know?
Published on November 29, 2023
Written by Richard Howitt
About a 6 minute read

Among themes addressed on day 3 of this year’s UN Forum on Business and Human Rights: When do tracking of personal data and combating disinformation reach a level which breaches freedom of expression or thought? Read More...

Innovation & Technology
Cradle to Cradle Certified: Ever Honing a Leading-Edge Standard for Product Sustainability
Cradle to Cradle Certified: Ever Honing a Leading-Edge Standard for Product Sustainability
Published on November 29, 2023
Written by Shaw Industries
About a 5 minute read

Shaw’s Tara Currier sat down with Elwyn Grainger-Jones, new ED of the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute, to learn more about how the Institute drives continued improvements in products across industries. Read More...

Collaboration & Co-Creation
Firms Need Help Navigating Competition Laws in Pursuit of Collaboration for Sustainability
Firms Need Help Navigating Competition Laws in Pursuit of Collaboration for Sustainability
Published on November 29, 2023
Written by Tom Idle
About a 6 minute read

Over 80% of sustainability professionals acknowledge the need to work with peers to tackle sustainability issues; but most companies are put off collaboration for fear of breaking competition rules and risking litigation. Read More...

Artificial Intelligence for Sustainability
From Historic Foundations to Today’s Debates on Artificial Intelligence
From Historic Foundations to Today’s Debates on Artificial Intelligence
Published on November 28, 2023
Written by Richard Howitt
About a 5 minute read

Fears about the uncontrolled growth of artificial intelligence have exploded into public debate this year. Day 2 of the UN Business and Human Rights Forum examined the challenges through a human-rights lens. Read More...

Finance & InvestmentRegulation & Public Policy
New Carbon Accounting Alliance Seeks Industry Standardization, Regulation to Support Net-Zero Transition
New Carbon Accounting Alliance Seeks Industry Standardization, Regulation to Support Net-Zero Transition
Published on November 28, 2023
About a 4 minute read

The launch includes a call to action for organizations worldwide to use the tools of carbon accounting to drive transition plans and direct emission reductions. Read More...

Supply Chain
There Is No Alternative to Direct Relationships in Company Supply Chains
There Is No Alternative to Direct Relationships in Company Supply Chains
Published on November 27, 2023
Written by Richard Howitt
About a 6 minute read

On day one of this year’s UN Forum on Business and Human Rights, delegates agreed that close engagement with all tiers of company supply chains will be vital going forward. Read More...

What Drives Sustainability? People With Passion
What Drives Sustainability? People With Passion
Published on November 27, 2023
Written by Dow
About a 6 minute read

At Dow, Danielle Chatman-Moore develops recycling programs that capture hard-to-recycle plastics. We spoke with her about what led her to a career in sustainability and what drives her work now. Read More...

Circular Economy
Roadmap for Europe’s Circular Plastics Transition May Be Full of Potholes
Roadmap for Europe’s Circular Plastics Transition May Be Full of Potholes
Published on November 27, 2023
Written by Maxine Perella
About a 6 minute read

Industry experts say Plastics Europe’s roadmap for plastics to be ‘circular and net zero by 2050’ is weakened by a focus on doing business as usual, just better. Read More...

Circular Economy
New Study Calls for a ‘Reuse Revolution’ in Packaging
New Study Calls for a ‘Reuse Revolution’ in Packaging
Published on November 24, 2023
About a 3 minute read

A new Ellen MacArthur Foundation study shows that a reusable packaging economy could lower both GHGs and water use by up to 35-70% compared with single-use plastics. Read More...

Circular EconomyMarketing & Communications
CGF, Hellmann’s Keeping Food Waste Top of Mind This Holiday Season
CGF, Hellmann’s Keeping Food Waste Top of Mind This Holiday Season
Published on November 22, 2023
About a 6 minute read

The “Between 2 Slices” campaign shows people the myriad ways to turn leftovers into delicious, creative next-day meals with just two slices of bread and Hellmann's mayonnaise. Read More...

Organizational Governance
Becoming a Purpose Professional: Using Your Career to Become a Greater Force for Good
Becoming a Purpose Professional: Using Your Career to Become a Greater Force for Good
Published on November 21, 2023
Written by Coro Strandberg
About a 4 minute read

Regardless of your company’s social purpose or your role within it, there are numerous, tangible ways to make your own job — and your life — more rewarding, while helping your organization be part of creating a better world. Read More...

Organizational Governance
Meeting Stakeholder Demand for Non-Financial Value
Meeting Stakeholder Demand for Non-Financial Value
Published on November 20, 2023
Written by Jeff Gowdy
About a 6 minute read

The companies that take time to plan, implement and communicate their sustainability progress will be the best prepared to earn the most business value from this ongoing shift in stakeholder influence. Read More...

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