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Champagne Telmont Raises a Glass to World’s Lightest Champagne Bottle
Champagne Telmont Raises a Glass to World’s Lightest Champagne Bottle
Published on April 25, 2023
Written by Geoff Nudelman
About a 4 minute read

The bottle, 35 grams lighter than the commercial standard, could represent a significant decrease in the carbon footprint of Champagne bottling. Read More...

Innovation & Technology
IKEA Has a Plan to Help All of Its Suppliers More Easily Switch to Clean Energy
IKEA Has a Plan to Help All of Its Suppliers More Easily Switch to Clean Energy
Published on April 24, 2023
Written by Tom Idle
About a 7 minute read

So far, the company is facilitating access to renewables for suppliers in 13 countries through PPAs and a finance mechanism for suppliers keen to invest in onsite projects. Read More...

Materials & Packaging
One Company May Just Solve Some of Our Most Material Issues
One Company May Just Solve Some of Our Most Material Issues
Published on April 24, 2023
Written by Maxine Perella
About a 6 minute read

Bio-design tech company Modern Meadow develops circular and regenerative approaches to creating a wide range of versatile materials, with no loss of performance or quality, that can be quickly scaled and brought to market. Read More...

Organizational Governance
Social Sustainability Is the Next Supply Chain Frontier
Social Sustainability Is the Next Supply Chain Frontier
Published on April 21, 2023
Written by Jeff Baldassari
About a 5 minute read

Eliminating negatives is about to become the minimum viable approach to social performance. Companies and suppliers benefiting people and communities will see stronger corporate brands and accelerated revenue growth. Read More...

Innovation & TechnologyMaterials & Packaging
How eCommerce Retailers Can Satisfy Today’s Sustainability-Demanding Shoppers
How eCommerce Retailers Can Satisfy Today’s Sustainability-Demanding Shoppers
Published on April 21, 2023
Written by Zach Thomann
About a 5 minute read

Gen Z shoppers are more informed about what sustainability should look like in practice — but whether they know it or not, their shopping habits don’t always reflect that. Either way, retailers are striving to keep up sustainably. Read More...

Materials & Packaging
Apparel Giants Bringing Future-Friendly Fabrics to the Mainstream
Apparel Giants Bringing Future-Friendly Fabrics to the Mainstream
Published on April 21, 2023
About a 6 minute read

The apparel industry is awash in launches of circular, plant-based and carbon-sequestering fabrics set to help future-proof fashion. Read More...

Innovation & Technology
Tourism Offers Gateway for Youth-Focused Climate Action, Sustainability
Tourism Offers Gateway for Youth-Focused Climate Action, Sustainability
Published on April 20, 2023
Written by JoAnna Haugen
About a 5 minute read

Kids will care for the planet long after the adults in the boardroom are gone. Involving them in sustainability and climate initiatives through tourism now is a natural gateway to positively shaping the future. Read More...

Materials & Packaging
PFAS-Removal Solutions for Consumer Products Show Promise But Remain Costly
PFAS-Removal Solutions for Consumer Products Show Promise But Remain Costly
Published on April 20, 2023
Written by Geoff Nudelman
About a 4 minute read

In light of new EPA guidance and increased consumer awareness, remediation strategies for the so-called ‘forever chemicals’ are coming under increased scrutiny. Read More...

Marketing & CommunicationsCollaboration & Co-Creation
Ever Hear of SPF 5000+? By 2050, Skin Proud & Cat Cohen Say You Will
Ever Hear of SPF 5000+? By 2050, Skin Proud & Cat Cohen Say You Will
Published on April 19, 2023
About a 4 minute read

The vegan skincare brand partnered with the comedian and Intersectional Environmentalist on a parody video to educate consumers and inspire climate action. Read More...

Marketing & CommunicationsOrganizational Governance
For Lundberg Family Farms, ‘Every Ducking Day Is Earth Day’
For Lundberg Family Farms, ‘Every Ducking Day Is Earth Day’
Published on April 19, 2023
About a 2 minute read

New ad campaign pokes fun at celebrating taking care of the planet only once a year. Read More...

Supply ChainOrganizational Governance
KIND Pledges to Exclusively Source Regeneratively Farmed Almonds by 2030
KIND Pledges to Exclusively Source Regeneratively Farmed Almonds by 2030
Published on April 18, 2023
About a 5 minute read

With the KIND Almond Acres Initiative, the snack bar brand begins work to future-proof its #1 ingredient. Read More...

Supply ChainCollaboration & Co-Creation
Fashion Industry’s 4 Largest Women’s-Empowerment Programs ‘RISE’ to Scale Impact
Fashion Industry’s 4 Largest Women’s-Empowerment Programs ‘RISE’ to Scale Impact
Published on April 18, 2023
Written by Sustainable Brands
About a 5 minute read

RISE will build on the proven approaches and expertise of the four founding organizations, delivered through a growing network of local partners in Bangladesh, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, India, Egypt and Pakistan. Read More...

Circular Economy
Apple Products to Include 100% Recycled Cobalt, Rare Earth Metals by 2025
Apple Products to Include 100% Recycled Cobalt, Rare Earth Metals by 2025
Published on April 17, 2023
About a 6 minute read

Accelerated timeline for cobalt and other elements paves new path for key recycled metals in batteries, magnets and circuit boards. Read More...

Materials & PackagingCircular Economy
As Forests React to Climate Change, Can Genetically Modified Trees Stand in the Gap?
As Forests React to Climate Change, Can Genetically Modified Trees Stand in the Gap?
Published on April 17, 2023
Written by Christian Yonkers
About a 6 minute read

In the lab, Living Carbon’s GM poplars accumulated biomass up to 53% faster, trapping as much as 27% more carbon than non-engineered poplars. But skeptics aren’t convinced they’re seeing the forest for the trees. Read More...

Organizational Governance
Corporate Leaders: Solve Hiring Needs by Embracing Second-Chance Employment
Corporate Leaders: Solve Hiring Needs by Embracing Second-Chance Employment
Published on April 14, 2023
Written by Tony Bedard and Kelsey Culver
About a 4 minute read

Whether you’re looking at this from a business case or human case perspective, it’s on us to shift the narrative around second-chance hiring and give people a fresh start and an honest chance at economic mobility. Read More...

Circular EconomyInnovation & Technology
Astral Tequila Turning Spent Agave Into Bricks to Build Homes for Mexican Families in Need
Astral Tequila Turning Spent Agave Into Bricks to Build Homes for Mexican Families in Need
Published on April 14, 2023
About a 3 minute read

Astral’s 'This Round's for the House' initiative is part of the Adobe Brick Project — its ongoing upcycling program to build homes and brighten communities in Jalisco. Read More...

Supply ChainCollaboration & Co-Creation
Common Knowledge: Bring All Suppliers Along for Sustainable, Profitable Change
Common Knowledge: Bring All Suppliers Along for Sustainable, Profitable Change
Published on April 14, 2023
Written by James Butcher
About a 4 minute read

Despite many big brands working hard to meet decarbonization remits, one key facet remains out of touch on the journey to net zero — engaging the entirety of a supply base. Read More...

Finance & InvestmentOrganizational Governance
Pension Funds Committed to Net Zero Are Still Not Seeing the Forest for the Trees
Pension Funds Committed to Net Zero Are Still Not Seeing the Forest for the Trees
Published on April 13, 2023
About a 3 minute read

According to Global Canopy and Make My Money Matter, the majority of pension providers in major climate coalitions do not have credible policies or commitments to tackle deforestation. Read More...

Circular EconomyInnovation & Technology
Drink Even More Responsibly: Bonterra Wines Are Farmed Like the World Depends on It
Drink Even More Responsibly: Bonterra Wines Are Farmed Like the World Depends on It
Published on April 13, 2023
Written by Scarlett Buckley
About a 3 minute read

The certified B Corp winery has achieved climate neutrality, zero waste and Regenerative Organic Certification — setting a new standard for future-friendly wines. Read More...

Organizational GovernanceInnovation & Technology
30 Companies Restoring the Planet — and Our Hope for a Better World
30 Companies Restoring the Planet — and Our Hope for a Better World
Published on April 12, 2023
Written by Tom Idle
About a 9 minute read

In 'Working to Restore,' writer Esha Chhabra highlights 30 companies around the world that embody a truly regenerative approach to business. Read More...

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