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3 Psychological Concepts That Can Propel Your Sustainability Efforts
3 Psychological Concepts That Can Propel Your Sustainability Efforts
Published on August 13, 2021
Written by Jane Courtnell
About a 6 minute read

These three concepts highlight how understanding human thought processes can influence the adoption of sustainable behaviors and promote corporate sustainability. Think about the messages you’re giving as a business, and how these can be tweaked to empower your stakeholders. Read More...

Organizational Governance
AT&T, Connected Nation Provide 35K Hotspots and Free Internet to Help Vulnerable Students
AT&T, Connected Nation Provide 35K Hotspots and Free Internet to Help Vulnerable Students
Published on August 12, 2021
About a 3 minute read

AT&T committed $10M to respond to the need for increased at-home connectivity for students during the pandemic, and worked with Connected Nation to make it happen. The 124 awardees in the program represent 81 schools and 43 nonprofits spanning 26 states. Read More...

Supply ChainOrganizational Governance
KDP Expands Commitments to ‘Do Good’ in 2021 and Beyond
KDP Expands Commitments to ‘Do Good’ in 2021 and Beyond
Published on August 12, 2021
Written by Christian Yonkers
About a 8 minute read

After an unprecedented year, Keurig Dr Pepper’s 2020 Corporate Responsibility Report reveals how partnerships, innovation, transparency and investment allowed the company to achieve goals and launch industry-first new commitments. Read More...

Circular EconomyInnovation & Technology
Airbnb, UNESCO Partner to Promote Cultural Tourism — Starting in Mexico
Airbnb, UNESCO Partner to Promote Cultural Tourism — Starting in Mexico
Published on August 12, 2021
About a 3 minute read

The initiative will promote destinations and experiences outside the traditional tourist circuit — engaging local tourist communities, integrating the creative and cultural sector into local tourism value chains, and contributing to the development of responsible tourism. Read More...

Circular Economy
It’s Arrived: Our ‘Uh-Oh’ Moment on Climate Change
It’s Arrived: Our ‘Uh-Oh’ Moment on Climate Change
Published on August 11, 2021
Written by Luke Heilbuth
About a 6 minute read

The latest IPCC report can’t be ignored — and it does our species and planet a disservice to pretend the situation will miraculously reverse itself. Here’s an overview and what companies should do in response. Read More...

Organizational Governance
Beyond One-Off CSR: How Brands Can Combat Inequities Over the Long Term
Beyond One-Off CSR: How Brands Can Combat Inequities Over the Long Term
Published on August 11, 2021
Written by Nithin Coca
About a 6 minute read

Reversing ingrained social inequities is critical to achieving the UN SDGs and averting catastrophic climate change. The pandemic has laid bare the many costs of inequality — now is the time for brands to make good on their promises to address this global issue. Read More...

Circular EconomyCircular Economy
New Amazon Programs Aim to Curtail Rampant eCommerce Return Waste
New Amazon Programs Aim to Curtail Rampant eCommerce Return Waste
Published on August 10, 2021
About a 5 minute read

With its size and scale and proper follow-through, Amazon has the potential to make a significant dent in global product waste and offer models for other retailers to follow. Read More...

Innovation & TechnologyCircular Economy
Meet the Winemaker Working to Future-Proof Wine for a Climate-Challenged Future
Meet the Winemaker Working to Future-Proof Wine for a Climate-Challenged Future
Published on August 9, 2021
Written by Scarlett Buckley
About a 6 minute read

The warming world is affecting all agricultural industries, with wine being no exception. New York’s Gotham Winery is banking on diversity and adaptability to strengthen the grapes and the industry, both socially and environmentally. Read More...

Circular Economy
Why Shirakawa Village Is Considered One of the World’s ‘Top 100 Sustainable Destinations’
Why Shirakawa Village Is Considered One of the World’s ‘Top 100 Sustainable Destinations’
Published on August 6, 2021
Written by Sustainable Brands
About a 8 minute read

Japan’s idyllic Shirakawa Village has worked to mitigate overtourism and preserve the integrity of the local traditions and landscape by limiting visitors to those who respect the town’s heritage and embrace the spirit of mutual assistance that drives the local culture. Read More...

Circular EconomyMaterials & Packaging
New Podcast Focuses on Sustainability ‘Game Changers’ Including Advanced Recycling, Circularity Policy
New Podcast Focuses on Sustainability ‘Game Changers’ Including Advanced Recycling, Circularity Policy
Published on August 6, 2021
Written by Dow
About a 3 minute read

Since we last dove into “Plastics Unwrapped,” Dow and its guests have continued to cover some of the most impressive innovations in the plastics industry, while also exploring solutions to our most daunting sustainability challenges. Read More...

Circular Economy
Redfin Now Provides Climate-Risk Data for Prospective Home Purchases
Redfin Now Provides Climate-Risk Data for Prospective Home Purchases
Published on August 5, 2021
About a 3 minute read

The online real estate brokerage site now includes data from ClimateCheck to help home buyers and sellers understand the risk for fire, heat, drought and storms in their area over a 30-year mortgage. Read More...

Organizational GovernanceCircular Economy
Intrepid Travel Launches Global Vaccine Equity Campaign
Intrepid Travel Launches Global Vaccine Equity Campaign
Published on August 5, 2021
About a 4 minute read

The world’s largest adventure travel company and certified B Corp is advocating for the safe return of international travel and improved access to COVID-19 vaccinations in low-income countries around the world. Read More...

Circular Economy
Too Good to Go Releases First Impact Report, Commits to Climate Positivity
Too Good to Go Releases First Impact Report, Commits to Climate Positivity
Published on August 4, 2021
About a 4 minute read

The world’s leading anti-food-waste app releases first Impact Report and commits to going beyond its carbon-neutral achievement to continue to fight climate change. Read More...

Finance & Investment
McCormick & Co Partners to Offer Suppliers Sustainability-Linked Financing
McCormick & Co Partners to Offer Suppliers Sustainability-Linked Financing
Published on August 4, 2021
About a 3 minute read

Through a new partnership with IFC and Citi, McCormick’s herbs and spices suppliers can qualify for discounted rates on short-term working-capital financing when they meet McCormick’s sustainability standards. Read More...

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Closed-Loop Tech Aims to Change Textile Industry’s Water Use from ‘Waste2Fresh’
Closed-Loop Tech Aims to Change Textile Industry’s Water Use from ‘Waste2Fresh’
Published on August 3, 2021
Written by Scarlett Buckley
About a 4 minute read

With textile manufacturing responsible for 20% of global water pollution, Waste2Fresh's closed-loop water-recycling system aim to revolutionize the industry’s exploitative methods for dyeing and manufacturing our clothes. Read More...

Finance & InvestmentCircular Economy
PayPal Joins Catalyst Fund to Explore Connections Between Digital Finance, Climate Resilience
PayPal Joins Catalyst Fund to Explore Connections Between Digital Finance, Climate Resilience
Published on August 2, 2021
About a 4 minute read

The global inclusive tech accelerator has also announced its latest cohort of companies bringing fintech solutions to underserved communities. Read More...

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CVS Health, Target, Walmart Piloting Alternative Bag Solutions to Combat Plastic Waste
CVS Health, Target, Walmart Piloting Alternative Bag Solutions to Combat Plastic Waste
Published on August 2, 2021
About a 3 minute read

The partnership among the leading retailers’ different stores sets an exciting precedent; collaboration will help accelerate pathways to scale and help address the systemic challenge of plastic bag waste. Read More...

Innovation & TechnologyCircular Economy
Circular Solutions Edging Us Closer to a Zero-Waste Future for Convenience Food
Circular Solutions Edging Us Closer to a Zero-Waste Future for Convenience Food
Published on July 30, 2021
Written by Dhruv Sood
About a 4 minute read

Since day one, we have had a vision of eliminating all single-use packaging from the meal kit experience. We’ve heard time and time again about how individuals need to do more; but the reality is, businesses need to innovate to enable the solutions that consumers are increasingly demanding. Read More...

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What Does 'Upcycled Certified' Mean for Our Food System?
What Does 'Upcycled Certified' Mean for Our Food System?
Published on July 30, 2021
Written by Turner Wyatt
About a 5 minute read

Upcycled Certified is a big step towards a circular economy, and a food system that acts like nature itself — a place where there is no waste — and where shoppers can participate in the best solution to climate, via the products they buy. Read More...

Finance & Investment
An All-Solutions Approach Is Needed to Meet the Looming Demand for Carbon Offsets
An All-Solutions Approach Is Needed to Meet the Looming Demand for Carbon Offsets
Published on July 29, 2021
Written by John Davis
About a 9 minute read

As we race to achieve net zero, let’s ensure we aren’t making the same mistakes that got us here. Tech solutions do not deliver the same co-benefits as nature — and clearly cannot substitute for the loss of ecosystems. Nature-based solutions are cost-effective and can make an immediate difference. Read More...

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