MARKETING AND COMMS -
We caught up with TrusTrace co-founder and CEO Shameek Ghosh to discuss
companies’ tendency to ‘greenhush’ to avoid scrutiny around sustainability and
his advice for overwhelmed retailers.
WASTE NOT -
With 'Speak Volumes,' we aim to draw awareness to overproduction and create a more just distribution
of responsibility for fashion waste clean-up — which builds on our overall goal
of promoting a shift
towards a justice-led, circular fashion economy.
MARKETING AND COMMS -
'The Road to Circularity' takes a frank look at the problems facing the fashion industry and
the mindset shifts required to pioneer circular solutions for the future.
CLEANTECH -
As sustainability and branding become more intermingled for forward-thinking
brands, being able to turn unattractive solar arrays into marketing assets
exemplifies resource efficiency.
MARKETING AND COMMS -
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.
MARKETING AND COMMS -
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.’
ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE -
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.
WASTE NOT -
While ReSource: Plastic members are demonstrating that plastic reporting is possible, voluntary corporate action is not sufficient to address the scale and urgency of the plastic waste crisis.
THE NEXT ECONOMY -
Though these disclosures are meant to provide an overview of an insurer’s climate-management practices and are not judged by length, the limited content analysis in some findings highlights the need for more substance on the part of insurers.
MARKETING AND COMMS -
We ranked 1K companies on transparency, leadership and connectivity in conveying their sustainability narrative. Here are 4 insights into how global companies are successfully communicating their ESG efforts.
ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE -
For organizations ready to embrace the word of the year, here are 3 suggestions for how your organization can embed and bring to life a truly authentic, activated purpose.
WALKING THE TALK -
Taneya Group’s founding principles are grounded in a concept called "sanpo yoshi" (“three-way satisfaction”), considered one of the roots of Japanese sustainability.
MARKETING AND COMMS -
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.
PRODUCT, SERVICE & DESIGN INNOVATION -
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.
FINANCE & INVESTMENT -
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.
SUPPLY CHAIN -
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.
WASTE NOT -
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.
ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE -
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.
ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE -
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.
BEHAVIOR CHANGE -
The antidote to the annual shopping frenzy promotes reuse and repair over buying new, and a more mindful approach when we do shop.