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Nestlé Purina utilises a variety of fish and seafood items, sourced from around the world and is the first GSSI partner from the petfood industry to join the global partnership network.A high...

As increasingly tighter rules aim to address environmental concerns, businesses face mounting pressures to meet these new sustainability targets.This year’s InCosmetics Global trade show housed a...

The Conservation Alliance for Seafood Solutions - an NGO aiming to facilitate communication and collaboration between conservation organisations and seafood industry players - has published a new...

Chinese automaker Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. ("Chery Automobile") officially joined the UN Global Compact on March 31, 2024, following a review by the United Nations Global Compact organization,...

Last month, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission adopted new climate disclosure rules that require public companies to take a proactive and transparent stance on climate change’s impact on...

Apple has published its annual environmental report detailing its progress towards becoming completely carbon neutral by 2030. While critics will, of course, condemn the report as “greenwash,”...

More burdensome sustainability regulations will inevitably affect a company’s supply chain team. For example, a company’s greenhouse gas performance will depend upon not only a company’s emissions...

Thursday, May 2311:00 AM - UTC - OnlineAI is helping organizations reshape business processes and innovate in a sustainable way. Join Microsoft and partners to learn about proven solutions that...

The automotive sector finds itself amidst a notable transformation driven by technological advancements prioritizing environmental sustainability and energy efficiency. This evolution is reflected...

Sustainability Magazine recognises the top organisations in the automotive industry and their strategies for ESG and reducing climate change contributionWhile seemingly a thankless task to rank...

Tata Motors, a leader in automotive innovation, recently presented its futuristic solutions for mobility at EXCON 2023, emphasising the need for sustainable commercial vehicles. With a focus on...

Expendable packaging, as per a recent report, may serve a vital role in international shipping and act as a backup for returnable packaging.Read the full article at: www.packaging-gateway.com

Recent research found that Gen Z shoppers prioritise taste, value and affordability, as well as social justice-driven causes like sustainability and animal welfare. This means brands have the...

In the wide-ranging Food and Beverage industry, global trends are increasingly important. As cultures intertwine and borders blur, the industry must cater to a palate that is constantly evolving...

Plastic packaging has played a crucial role in ensuring consumers have affordable access to food and drinks. It’s a durable material that protects food from perishing and allows for mass...

Using cell-free biocatalysts, FabricNano aim to transform the chemical industry and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.Read the full article at: tech.eu

There is no denying that emissions from chemical company supply chains must be reduced. But with companies faced with thousands of suppliers, the global initiative Together for Sustainability...

The chemicals industry is a $4 trillion business employing upwards of 20 million people. While a consumer of high volumes of energy and resources, it is also at the forefront of developing energy...

This speech marks an important moment for the European chemicals sector and the wider efforts to promote a sustainable economy in the EU. Heijnen emphasized the need for rapid action to realize...

HCM CITY —  Textile and garment businesses are making a green push with development of eco-friendly products adapted to global fashion trends and by meeting the stringent requirements under free...

The final episode in the latest series of the Drapers Talks podcast shone a light on the importance of collaboration to drive sustainability forwards across the fashion industry.Read the full...

Independent designers in Winnipeg put on a fashion show Sunday, displaying their efforts in how to make the industry more sustainable.According to organizers of the event, Canadians throw away...

In the dynamic world of fashion, the winds of change are blowing strong, ushering in an era where sustainability takes center stage. From luxury to digital innovations, from traditional crafts to...

Speciality materials manufacturer Eastman has launched a collaboration with circular solutions provider Debrand to recycle textile waste to create new fibres.Eastman is using its molecular...

A majority of EU citizens would rather repair a good instead of buying a new oneNew obligation for producers to repair products even after legal guarantee has expiredVouchers and other financial...

Mars Inc., is looking to tap into a network of startup companies that are poised to transform the food system, helping to progress sustainability within the company's snacking division. The...

Scientists around the world agree that the planet’s climate requires immediate action to avert catastrophe. Recently, the Breakthrough National Centre for Climate Restoration in Melbourne,...

According to a company's statement, customers can look forward to enhanced shopping experiences with the implementation of AI and computer vision technology through IKEA Kreativ, enabling 3D...

Retailers worldwide, especially traditional ones, are facing two major headwinds: digitalization and sustainability. It’s crucial for every retail CEO to prioritize these trends not only as...

Staples Canada recently announced that is has surpassed two key sustainability goals ahead of schedule, demonstrating its commitment to a greener future. By recycling 8 million writing instruments...

European online fashion retailer Zalando has admitted mixed success in meeting its environmental targets in its newly published 2023 Sustainability Progress Report.Key findings include a 78%...

As a co-operative, sustainability is a central pillar of Your Co-op’s business and it is dedicated to minimising environmental impact, as evidenced in its waste reduction initiatives and...

Just 16 per cent of businesses will increase spending on sustainability in 2024.This is according to a recent Retail Sentiment Report released by the National Retail Association, which noted that...

Recognising the shifting consumer landscape, forward-thinking retailers are embracing sustainability as a core aspect of their business strategy. From high-street names to luxury brands, the...

While four-in-five consumers in the UK and US believe in the need to reduce plastic use, almost the same number do not rule out buying products which do not prioritise sustainability. According to...

In the wake of the 28th annual United Nations (UN) climate meeting held in Dubai; the global spotlight has intensified on the imperative actions required to foster a sustainable world. At the...

Sustainability is a priority for 78 per cent of US shoppers, who are willing to pay more for eco-friendly products, as per a Blue Yonder survey.Interest in sustainable purchases is strong, with 83...

- Three-quarters (76%) of surveyed executives agree that sustainability is central to their business, but nearly half (47%) say they struggle to fund sustainability investments- Organizations that...

Four industry groups have released new guidance that aims to enable wider adoption of sustainability-linked loans in fund finance. It’s meant to address several hurdles for extending SLLs to...

The UN has officially adopted a Statistical Framework for Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism (MST) during its 55th session from February 27 to March 1, 2024. This framework is now the global...

Climate change is one of the world’s greatest challenges—and at Amazon, we know we have to move fast, constantly innovate, invest, and stay nimble in order to continue to become a more sustainable...

Nestlé has joined forces with two of its suppliers, Cargill and ETG | Beyond Beans, to launch a pair of projects using agroforestry to regenerate land around cocoa farms and cut carbon emissions...

The EU is set to usher in new rules to slash the bloc's packaging waste — but the European Commission's trade department is mounting a rearguard action to stop that from happening.EU countries are...

The EU countries agreed to massively dilute the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), removing roughly two-thirds of the companies from the law’s scope and weakening the law’s...

Train is the only sustainable, comfortable and easy way to travel in Europe.By making it easier to book train tickets, Rail Europe encourages mobility by train and meets the expectations of...

This partnership intends to revolutionise the rail industry through developing cutting-edge, high-performance and ecologically sustainable products on a worldwide scale.Read the full article at:...

The FIF and SNCF led the publication of the paper which set out a range of plans, including the creation of a steering committee to guide businesses in their sustainability goals.Read the full...

As the sun rises over the lush landscapes of New Zealand's North Island, a groundbreaking partnership between Stadler and KiwiRail takes a bold step forward, setting new standards in the rail...

Even when accounting for current commitments for decarbonisation, global transportation activity is expected to double by 2050, leading to a 16% rise in emissions.The railway industry is a...

Travel by train remains overall the most environmentally friendly mode of motorised passenger transport in Europe in terms of greenhouse gas emissions, but efforts must still be made to reach the...

The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) has released a dedicated Sustainability Guide to support the rail industry move faster towards a net zero future. The guide, launched on 13 November at...

Setting flexibility aside, rail transportation is one of the most sustainable forms, leading the way in mass transit whatever the region. Boston Consulting Group (BCG) cites it’s responsible for...

Imagine a future where every dollar invested in infrastructure not only generates economic value but also contributes directly to the health of our planet. Vossloh AG, a titan in the rail...

A comprehensive ESG strategy could help railway companies to advance their sustainability agendas—and address more than decarbonization.Read the full article at: www.mckinsey.com

Kia Motors is focusing on using sustainable materials in vehicle manufacturing. The innovative EV9 model is leading the way, and Kia plans to expand use of these materials to other models like the...

The term “net zero” has become a bit of catch-all for corporate sustainability efforts. Globally, some 929 publicly listed companies currently have publicly disclosed net zero targets, a number...

The United Nations Environment Programme’s Global Resources Outlook — the flagship report of the UN’s International Resource Panel, due to be published later this month — highlights how the...

The logistics sector stands at a pivotal junction, facing a now-or-never moment. With rising sustainability pressures and radical technological shifts, businesses must transform operations to meet...

On January 30, the European Union released the final draft of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. If adopted, the CS3D will be the latest reporting requirement imposed on EU...

Salesforce recently released a study that reveals a large majority of executives think sustainability is key to their organizations’ success, but only about a third consider their business to have...

Microsoft is revolutionizing the landscape of sustainability with its latest offerings in data and AI. Today, the tech giant introduced a suite of powerful tools within the Microsoft Cloud for...

Sustainable packaging leaders Rootree and Tiny Box Company innovate in a challenging world. Learn how they minimize environmental impact and foster social responsibility through renewable...

BMW Motorrad will use a more sustainable fuel from German expert Nordoel in the World Superbike championship. With a claimed 40% reduction of CO2 emissions during the production phase, the...

ESG compliance has become a decisive factor in evaluating a company's sustainability and ethical conduct. As the world moves towards a more responsible future, technology plays a crucial role in...

Improving sustainability is imperative to companies around the world that are setting aggressive emission-reduction targets but can often feel like an uphill battle. Out of the 2,000 largest...

ESG and sustainability strategies are no longer nice to have—they are becoming central to successful business strategies as external stakeholders put increased pressure on organizations to...

The global landscape is moving towards more transparent climate disclosures. Businesses are expanding their reporting to cover emissions from direct operations and their entire value chain,...

Private equity firms must accept that ESG has become a strategic imperative, says Petra Funds Group MD Charlie Chipchase. So, what can we expect in 2024? In 2023, private equity firms continued to...

Private equity has a significant opportunity to create financial and societal value through sustainability.  PE firms that invest in improving the management and quality of companies to enable...

The conversation around sustainability in the private markets has intensified considerably in the past year. Even as some critics accuse the industry of greenwashing, others express concerns about...

The report, which includes a survey of 1,000 business leaders, looks at nine countries, including the United States, China, Britain and Spain, focusing on the energy, technology, infrastructure,...

Meeting Customer Demand While Cutting Carbon Emissions, Walmart is Fast Rolling out Drone Deliveries, says Senior SVP of Automation, Prathibha Rajashekhar   Amazon is expanding its drone...

New research from the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance finds a growing market opportunity for sustainable travel, with more world travelers saying they are influenced by green factors.The report...

CES 2024 arrived with announcements from the biggest tech companies around that showed off new devices and teased exciting technology. But another trend is the various ways sustainability has...

A cross-party group of British MPs have issued a “wake-up call” over the U.K. government’s plans to tackle global deforestation.In a new report out today (4 January), the environmental audit...

In October, California Governor Gavin Newsom ratified the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act, which mandates that organizations in the state with annual revenues exceeding $1 billion...

Spanish fashion brand Mango is offering more than 250 employees training in sustainability in a partnership with the prestigious Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (Technical University of...

“Transition finance” is shaping up to be one of the new year’s most important subjects for anyone professing to care about the climate crisis.There’s a “whole world of transition finance being...

Since the start of the decade, supply chains have become a strategic pillar for many global businesses and industries. What constitutes a well-run supply chain? Depends on who you ask. Sometimes...

Big changes are coming to corporate sustainability reporting in the European Union and soon in the rest of the world. Starting in fiscal year 2024, the first wave of in-scope companies will be...

Nine out of 10 business leaders across Europe plan to maintain or increase their sustainability-linked investments by 2026, a survey by German business software maker SAP (SAPG.DE) said on...

The European Union struck a deal on a law to tackle methane emissions from fossil fuels, paving the way to impose rules on the bloc’s foreign energy suppliers like the United States. MEPs and EU...

Ferrero Group considers itself well prepared for the EU Deforestation Regulation, which will apply to its palm oil and cocoa supply chains. But potential challenges and unintended consequences...

The company’s Good Cup features an extension to the traditional structure of a paper cup, integrating a lid that folds and locks into place, eliminating the presence and need for a plastic lid.The...

Organizations face pressure from multiple directions when it comes to sustainability in the supply chain. Factors such as public perception, competitors’ actions, and regulatory compliance all...

Swiss-based sustainability group Better Cotton said on Thursday it has added new functions to a platform that big retailers use to trace materials through their supply chains.Better Cotton said...

Jabil Inc., a global leader in design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions, announced the successful acquisition of Retronix, an innovative provider in the reclamation and refurbishment of...

Looking toward the upcoming climate talks at COP28, businesses across the globe are focusing on the shared responsibility of climate action. To drive it, we must move fast and together — something...

Environmental sustainability objectives have rapidly become a top CEO priority.Achieving these objectives requires a shared responsibility approach: responsible use by organizations, coupled with...

A new Canadian supply chain law set to take effect Jan. 1, 2024, will place the responsibility on brands, retailers, and importers to identify and prevent child and forced labor within their...

Key findingsThe report also found that:95% of decision-makers acknowledge that there’s room for procurement optimization. 85% of respondents say the difficulty of sourcing suppliers that follow...

The palm oil industry is largely unprepared for the EU’s incoming Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), according to a new assessment by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL). The conservation charity...

A group of global companies including Apple, Nike and PepsiCo have launched the Clean Energy Procurement Academy to train supply chain partners in the Asia Pacific, where renewable power is...

A coalition of research organizations and civil society, the Forest Declaration Assessment, has conducted a new study that evaluates the progress toward eliminating deforestation by nations,...

In recent years, environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting for companies has moved from a "nice-to-have" to an integral part of corporate strategy. An increasing awareness of the need...

Investing using ESG principles requires access to reliable, timely, and high-quality data about companies’ ESG performance—but investors often find that data hard to come by.  While popular in...

Once again, this year we asked GPs to identify whether they consider themselves to be venture capitalists (VCs), thereby allowing us to contrast how VCs were thinking about sustainable investment...

Investors are focusing on sustainability and private assets in the midst of energy transition opportunities while inflation concerns persist, revealed a survey. More than half of...

In a report, Schneider Electric found that one-third of Singaporean business leaders are digital sustainability leaders as they strongly support digitalisation as a key driver for sustainability...

The telecommunications business has been revolutionary in its ability to connect individuals worldwide. However, this phenomenal growth has left the sector with a significant portion of the...

In a strategic move aimed at conserving precious natural resources and advancing the principles of the circular economy, Hanson, a renowned leader in the UK construction industry, has recently...

As climate milestones approach, there is still much work to be done in measuring and reducing footprints. Procurement and supply chain teams will play a key role.   The term “Scope 3” doesn’t...

Brazilian banks have created new rules for releasing credit to meatpackers and slaughterhouses in Amazonian states in which their clients must implement traceability and monitoring systems by 2025...

The European Solar Manufacturing Council (ESMC) is urging the European Union to adopt legislation against forced labor in the PV industry, by explicitly calling for measures to prevent solar...

For corporations like PepsiCo, most greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions originate in the supply chain, which is challenging to manage. PepsiCo believes three elements — expectations, economics, and...

Supply chains in commodity industries are often characterized by social and environmental abuse. In the cocoa industry, for example, the average farmer cultivates between three and five hectares...

Germany is likely to generate enough energy from renewables to meet more than 50% of its energy demand by the end of this year, as the country’s Economy Minister Robert Habeck announced at a...

A new law to ensure that batteries are collected, reused and recycled in Europe is entering into force today. The new Batteries Regulation will ensure that, in the future, batteries have a low...

Consumption and production patterns have wide environmental and social impacts. The Sustainable Development Goal 'Responsible consumption and production' (SDG 12) calls for action on many fronts....

According to a new University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMass Amherst) study, Americans whose income is in the top 10 percent are responsible for 40 percent of the total greenhouse gas emissions...

Digital Procurement World(DPW) is the most influential tech event in procurement, where the world’s biggest brands in procurement showcase cutting-edge innovations that will pave the way for the...

Join us and hear about: A framework for supply chain decarbonization, and progress on key early phases of the journey How buyers are using carbon and sustainability maturity ratings to optimize...

Suppliers can showcase sustainability accomplishments to thousands of buyers with new SAP Business Network integration; Supply chain finance brings added mutual value.   Digital integration and...

In its recently published 2022 Sustainable Impact Report, HP restated its commitment to becoming a more sustainable and just company. James McCall, the Chief Sustainability Officer at HP,...

UNEP’s report ‘Sustainability and Circularity in the Textile Value Chain: A Global Roadmap’ outlines what each stakeholder group can do individually and collectively to reach the shared...

Supply chains generate around 60% of all carbon emissions globally. For e-commerce retailers looking to reduce their impact, it’s an obvious and crucial place to start. Whether legislative or...

The EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) fits in the trend of emerging sustainability regulations across the globe.Despite uncertainty over the scope of the directive and...

More than two-thirds of consumers surveyed in a study in selected markets consider sustainability aspects to be important or extremely important when traveling for leisure, and 73% expect...

the pioneering EU Regulation on deforestation-free supply chains, a key building block in the fight against climate change and biodiversity loss, enters into force. It is a reflection of European...

In a new survey by procurement and supply chain consultancy Proxima, 70.3% of CEOs in the United States and the U.K. say they are concerned about the potential for human or labor rights issues in...

➢ Taskforce on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) is a market-leading standard and increasingly a regulatory requirement in some jurisdictions.➢ The guide will provide practical tools...

Anthesis has supported the Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change with the development of a new net zero guidance framework for the private equity sector. Commenting on the launch, Misa...

Adopting ESG principles doesn’t just mean checking the boxes Few issues shaping the private equity ecosystem promise to be as transformational as ESG. For the better part of the past decade, in...

A new era is here. The 2023 EY Global Private Equity Survey explores how organizations can build a bridge to the future. The CFO role has continued to evolve as private equity firms grew in...

The new sustainability roadmap presented by non-profit Better Cotton has received attention from those attending Uzbekistan's Tashkent Textile Week, including business, government, civil society,...

Micronclean’s new "Environmental and Sustainability Strategy" has been published on its website. This document sets Micronclean’s ambition to be ‘the most sustainable specialist textile and...

Confronted with both climate change and the global energy crisis, travelers worldwide are torn. On the one hand, travelers want to do their share for the environment and travel more sustainably in...

Companies across the globe, of all sizes and maturity, continue to improve their sustainability performance and build upon ongoing progress to implement positive sustainable practices across their...

Since its launch in 2012, Bord Bia’s Origin Green programme has supported over a decade of progress in the Irish food and drink industry’s journey to a more sustainable future. A pioneering...

According to the report, those respondents who were ‘extremely’ or ‘very’ inclined to reply were ‘early adopters’ of next-generation materials, and members of this group were all prepared to spend...

Since partnering with Official Supplier, AERO, six months ago, Jaguar TCS Racing has been working with the team to apply their material technology to their racing cars.AERO’s advanced urethane...

Boeing has demonstrated its commitment to sustainability by taking significant steps to increase renewable-energy usage in its factories while making substantial investments in aerospace...

The ambitious project, representing a multi-billion dollar investment to ensure Emirates’ customers “fly better” for the coming years, aims to be “environmental friendly” and also includes plans...

Millennium Hotels and Resorts has partnered with Watermelon, a food and beverage procurement platform, to incorporate locally sourced produce across its hotels within the UAE.Millennium says that...

Days ahead of the opening of the Paris Air Show, the Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) of seven major aerospace manufacturers have published a joint manifesto calling on governments and industry to...

Broadly, most airline leaders are still in agreement on the principles. The industry has a net-zero roadmap, which talks up the airline sector’s desperation for more sustainable aviation fuel...

In alignment with Egypt's vision for 2030 and its commitment to climate change, Mattar, states, "We are committed to the sustainable aviation fuel by 2025 as a minimum of 2% of flights going to...

Accenture, an Irish-American technology and consulting firm, analyzed data to best comprehend how companies pursue sustainable practices and in part, it shows that business leaders can struggle to...

The EU will need additional investments of around €700 billion every year to meet the objectives of the European Green Deal. The bulk of these investments will have to come from private funding.To...

Merck is a vibrant science and technology company that has been dedicated to human progress for over 350 years. In order to be successful in this mission, we have to keep people and the planet at...

On 15 June, the EBU published the second installment of the Sustainability Rulebook. This is a series will be informing Members on a new regulation on sustainability coming from the EU. Our second...

Within the travel industry, the accommodation sector has a huge opportunity to lead in decarbonisation. The collective agreement made through the Glasgow Declaration should see emissions halve by...

In an unusual move, the Dutch company, which makes colourfully wrapped chunky chocolate bars stocked in UK supermarkets, has created a new governance structure with golden shares that carry the...

Which sustainability attributes matter most at the point of sale? Do consumers pay attention to sustainability claims? A new report from McKinsey and NielsenIQ provides answers.“Consumers are...

Uber unveiled a handful of new eco-focused features, services and expansions today, as the ride-hailing giant doubles down on previous efforts to align itself with sustainable transport.The...

Saudi Arabia’s newly launched airline Riyadh Air, the latest addition to the Kingdom’s 2030 diversification strategy, is all set to become the next big thing in the aviation industry.Tony Douglas,...

sustainable tourism practices play a crucial role in shaping the future of the hospitality industry. By providing authentic experiences that respect local communities and minimize environmental...

Aligned with Marriott International's global initiative towards sustainable development, the hotel has installed an electric vehicle charging station accessible to patrons and the general public....

In recent years, the hospitality industry has witnessed a shift in consumer values and preferences. Travellers are increasingly seeking accommodation options that align with their environmental...

Covid-19 created the perfect storm for the pharma industry’s already challenged supply chain network. The pandemic augmented supply chain risk and exposed weak areas such as the lack of end-to-end...

Unilever has partnered with one of the world’s leading behavioural science institutions to research the role social media content plays in encouraging people to make sustainable choices. Working...

Coty has set out key objectives for its sustainability strategy, Beauty That Lasts. The strategy outlines the different ways the group intends to deliver its goal of becoming an industry leader in...

Beauty consumers worldwide are increasingly demanding more sustainable industry practices, including packaging. According to a recent ESW Global Voices survey of more than 16,000 consumers in 16...

Is it possible to unite luxury and sustainability in cosmetic packaging? With Lumson, the answer is a resounding yes! The Italian company, a leader in primary cosmetic packaging, has...

JBS has announced the installation of biodigesters to provide a new outlet for the methane gas emitted in its industrial operations – the production of biogas, a renewable and clean energy...

Architecture, engineering and construction employ 1.2 million people in Australia and account for 9% of GDP. But our biggest services sector also produces roughly 40% of landfill waste and...

Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), World Environment Day has become one of the largest global platforms for environmental outreach and is celebrated by millions around the...

EuroCommerce, which represents the retail and wholesale trade in Europe, has welcomed the European Parliament’s approval of a draft law that would make it mandatory for large companies to check...

SAP chose sustainability as a long-term strategy in 2009. Since this commitment, SAP has lived up to being a good example by making its own operations and processes more sustainable and resilient....

Stagecoach pioneers as the first UK bus and coach operator to join the United Nations Global Compact, supporting the company’s sustainability journey and inspiring others to follow suit in...

A new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) shows that renewable power capacity additions are set to rise by a third globally this year, with wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) leading...

 Environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals have moved center-stage to dominate business conversations around the world. Organizational leaders are taking action to stand up ESG programs and...

As a global leader in cybersecurity, Palo Alto Networks is committed to protecting everyone’s digital way of life. We are proud to be added to the EPA's Green Power Partnership. Central to that...

As the regulatory landscape continues to evolve, integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations for new investment deals has become an increasingly imperative consideration...

In many ways, private equity is made to be invested in environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. But it takes thoughtful strategies to ensure those investments generate maximum value...

By investing in earlier-stage companies and having controlling ownership, private equity has the potential to tackle ESG considerations effectively, according to Jennifer Signori, managing...

While sustainability risk management is not new, today’s challenges require a new response. The confluence of the pandemic, geopolitical and social upheaval, a resurgence in modern slavery,...

et-food giant Mars and agri-food heavyweight Cargill are backing a new scheme set up by the WWF, aimed at making fisheries more sustainable.The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and Finance Earth (FE)...

These include consumption and production, marine ecosystem, and terrestrial vegetation   The world may have made little progress in its Sustainability Development Goals (SDG) for 2030, but the...

The packaging was launched to mark Earth Day on 22 April 2023. It is expected to help consumers to adopt a more ‘sustainable lifestyle’.In a LinkedIn post, the company said its new packaging...

Porsche AG and Norsk Hydro ASA will work together to further reduce the carbon footprint of Porsche’s car models by using low-carbon aluminium and extrusions from Hydro. In addition, the two...

The obligation to comply with supply chain regulations from the EU Supply Chain Act to a draft of US supply chain due diligence laws is spurring firms to rethink sourcing, supply chain,...

A law passed by the European Parliament requires companies working in cattle, cocoa, coffee, palm oil, rubber, soy and wood to demonstrate their products aren’t sourced to deforested land or land...

Companies in the United States are beginning to shift from commitment to action when it comes to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues to address stakeholder concerns and pending...

Indonesia finds itself in a delicate balancing act of uplifting people from poverty, managing climate change and biodiversity, and satisfying an increasingly demanding international market for...

PVH, owner of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, recently teamed up with Standard Chartered Bank to create a new financing program for suppliers tied to the apparel company’s sustainability...

A bill that aims to expose the use of child labour and forced labour around the world passed the House of Commons on Wednesday.The new law will require Canadian companies and government...

Britain recently signed a key global coffee sector agreement aimed at tackling some of the industry's most pressing issues, including making coffee growing and coffee consumption...

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) has become a mandate for businesses around the globe. Across every industry, consumers, investors, and employees are demanding change. In response,...

Amid the flood of impact and sustainability reports timed for release during Earth Month was a shower of updates about corporate-issued green and sustainabilty bonds that reflect how that money is...

The state of New York has passed legislation in its latest budget that will require its public power provider to source 100% clean energy for electricity production by the end of this decade. The...

New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced on April 17 that the city would aim to “reduce absolute carbon emissions from food purchases across its city agencies by 33 percent by 2030.”This was after...

Given the current challenging economy, it is essential that companies keep abreast of sustainability trends as they evolve, and understand the direct impact on business performance to remain...

Despite the difficult economic conditions, 300 wealthy Swiss investors (HNWIs)* consider climate change to be one of the most important factors for the Swiss economy, ahead of fears of recession,...

Dove has launched its first refillable and reusable deodorant packaging with the aim of providing an accessible refill solution for consumers and reducing plastic waste.According to Dove, the...

The construction industry, like other industries with complex and international supply chains, is vulnerable to the risks of modern slavery. Around the world, millions of people are affected by...

Apple will use 100% recycled cobalt in batteries by 2025. It already uses large quantities of recycled rare earths and tungsten in products and has begun using AR to support disassembly.Read the...

Canyon Bicycles has announced a collaboration agreement with IperionX Limited to develop a more sustainable titanium supply chain through the production of bicycle components using IperionX’s 100%...

The Cotopaxi Del Dia Bag Collection Meet the colorful collection of bags for nearly every outdoor excursion. Each item in the collection is made from 100% repurposed fabric and has unique color...

In mid-2022, automakers, consumers, regulators, and investors were focusing on the transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles (EV). While this would reduce...

Dossche Mills, Agravis Raiffeisen and OCI Global are collaborating on a low-carbon wheat flour grown using a fertilizer that generates a lower carbon footprint. The first batch of this wheat crop...

This week in industry news, Nestlé and Cargill join forces on sustainable grazing practices across 1.7 million acres in the US over the next five years. This partnership will support ranchers in...

In a bid to combat counterfeiting, cosmetic brand Guerlain has adopted Sidel’s combi packing palletising solution at its facility near Chartres, France.   Sidel, a subsidiary company of global...

A Nike shareholder is asking the company to take stronger action to protect human rights for its garment workers.Tulipshare, which currently owns 276 Nike shares, filed a shareholder proposal that...

Duas Rodas is expanding the number of ingredients in its portfolio with Fair for Life Certification (FFL), which ensures that “items meet specific environmental management criteria and ensure full...

Absa Group, Africa’s largest funder of renewables, announced today its long-term ambition to reach Net Zero state by 2050 for scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.Supporting a transition to a low-carbon...

RizePoint, a technology leader in the food safety, quality management, compliance, and social responsibility space, says in today's fast-paced business world, supply chain transparency is more...

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has published a summary of responses to its consultation on contractual practice in the pork supply chain, setting out its next...

As electric vehicles (EVs) supplant gas-fueled cars, companies across the automobile supply chain are collaborating to create the circular economy that will reduce carbon emissions and lead to...

Samskip, a prominent green shipping organization, has initiated a new project aimed at reducing CO2 emissions from its vessels. The Carbon Capture and Utilization system developed by Samskip...

New EU legislation will increase traceability for brands that source sustainable palm oil, says Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO).Progress continues to be made on ensuring that all palm...

Today, Ford releases its 2023 Integrated Sustainability and Financial Report, detailing the company’s progress on its commitment to create a more sustainable, inclusive and equitable...

Apple has set a public goal to go completely carbon neutral in its supply chain by 2030, and it’s out with an update on those efforts today. According to Apple, its manufacturing partners now...

Humans are facing an existential crisis in climate change. We are also facing a crisis of collective action. As a species, we have every reason to slow the rise of global temperatures, but taking...

Activist shareholder platform Tulipshare is calling on Nike to offer more transparency on working conditions in its supply chain.In a shareholder proposal released Thursday, London-based...

Efforts to tackle modern day slavery are stalling with nearly half the number of companies disclosing anti-slavery measures within their supply chains, according to the international procurement...

The report said the company made significant ESG strides in 2022, compared to 2021, including:Increased purchase of post-consumer recycled plastic by 28% thanks to significant customer...

Some countries have legislation that attempts to dissuade some of the forms of slavery. However, only 24 of the 193 UN member states have provisions that address each form of exploitation, and...

Investment policies need to be tailored to company stageThe good news is that 96% of private equity signatories reported that they include asset class-specific guidelines in their responsible...

Business can only be a force for good as long as it is successful. Hear from Harvard Business School Professor George Serafeim and Bain Partner Debra McCoy as they debate and explore new insights...

Join us for a conversation with three of the world’s leading banks on how the banking industry is driving ESG adoption.Speakers:Marguerite Bérard, Head of French Retail Banking, BNPParibasKate...

While ESG has been gathering momentum in Japan, the country languishes near the bottom on some key social indicators – Japan is ranked 116 out of 146 countries on the World Economic Forum’s Global...

Mainstream private-equity funds need to ramp up data gathering to demonstrate how ESG issues are integrated in their investment processes, law firm Morrison Foerster saysSurvey of 100...

The KEY ESG survey of 100 general partners and portfolio companies in Europe, the U.K. and U.S. found that while 75% were required to report ESG data to limited partners, 90% of them were unsure...

As economic and environmental pressures create an unprecedented context, fresh ideas, impetus and inspiration are more important than ever to transform society sustainably. Keen to play a key role...

Nestlé has unveiled the Nescafé́ Plan 2030 to help drive regenerative agriculture, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve farmer livelihoods.Every year, Nescafé supports around 100,000...

Stellantis N.V. and Terrafame Ltd. announced the signing of a supply agreement for nickel sulphate to be used in electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Beginning in 2025, Finland-based Terrafame will...

Climate change ranks as a top priority for C-level executives (CxOs) in Deloitte’s latest survey, with 75% reporting that their organizations increased sustainability investments over the past...

More than 50 percent of fashion decision-makers say traceability will be a top-five enabler to reduce emissions in their supply chains, according to BoF and McKinsey & Co’s State of Fashion:...

The report finds that 83% of CEOs feel that current levels of geopolitical instability limit the world’s ability to achieve the SDGs.As many as 93% of CEOs are experiencing ten or more...

The European Parliament is in support of a new law that would ban exports of plastic waste to non-OECD countries, and phase out the export of plastic waste to OECD countries within 4 years. The...

During the most recent Calgary City Council meeting, new regulations related to single-use plastics were passed. Among the provisions in the new law is a mandatory fee for reusable and paper bags....

Through its new partnership with the Environmental Defense Fund, the dairy giant aims to implement regenerative agriculture practices and influence governments to adopt more climate-friendly...

Climate change was a top priority for c-level business leaders amid global uncertainty, according to Deloitte's 2023 CxO Sustainability Report: Accelerating the Green Transition.When asked to rank...

Net Zero: Targets, Goals Objectives and the Start of the Decarbonization Journey Carlsberg did its first global Scope3 emissions assessments over a decade ago with the first attempt to analyze the...

Sustainability in business has reached beyond gathering metrics and pleasing stakeholders. It’s become a mission unto itself. This sentiment was embodied in the statement that Richard Eyram, chief...

Major contractors, construction equipment manufacturers and rental companies are among those pledging to cut the greenhouse gasses they produce. But how much do these corporate climate pledges...

According to Barclays, global sales of corporate bonds with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria will exceed $460 billion this year, after the asset class suffered its first...

DP World’s container terminal at Southampton enjoyed its greenest ever year in 2022 after delivering a 55% reduction in net carbon emissions from its fleet and installations.DP World, the leading...

A new report from the Rhodium Group, a research firm that models greenhouse gas emissions, brings good news and bad news. First, the bad: U.S. emissions increased by just over 1 percent last year,...

The Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs has confirmed that England is set to ban single-use cutlery in an effort to reduce waste. Though the spokesperson did not divulge any additional...

Externally verified data shows that GNT reduced the average carbon footprint of its plant-based EXBERRY Coloring Foods by 19% in the first year of the company’s sustainability plan. GNT becomes...

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is on a mission to introduce 100% sustainable-materials car tires by 2030. To get there, the company has deployed a sort of stone soup strategy, adding new...

Netherlands-based Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has announced its intention to convert their fleet of 300 company cars into electric vehicles by 2026. This move is part of CCEP’s wider...

McCormick & Company is a food company that manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavoring products to retail outlets, food manufacturers, and food...

In the new year, German companies will be forced to monitor their supply chains more strictly. On January 1, the new Supply Chain Act comes into force, a piece of legislation that dates back to...

Gulfstream Aerospace announced it is the business-jet industry’s first original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to fly on 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).The flight took place on a Gulfstream...

Local environmental groups criticized Mayor Eric Adams for a new rule that will allow New York City landlords to skirt upcoming environmental regulations for buildings by purchasing large...

The importance of rapidly halting tropical deforestation to achieve net-zero emissions was a key message at this year’s climate summit, but corporate efforts to this end have stalled for decades....

Signify, one of the world leaders in lighting for professionals and consumers and lighting for the Internet of Things (IoT) recently supplied its Philips GreenPower LED toplighting to Intelligent...

A randomized clinical US trial studying the effects of climate impact labeling on fast food reveals that when presented with food marked as having a high impact on the climate, consumers will...

Portuguese supermarket and hypermarket banner Continente has introduced a new refill service in two of its outlets.The ‘Refill Spot by Continente’ is a pilot project which allows customers to...

The so-called “last mile” of ecommerce delivery arguably produces more pollutants per package than any other segment. Picture a UPS truck driving multiple city blocks to deliver a single item.The...

Why you need a Scope 3 strategy nowDeveloping a Scope 3 strategy starts with understanding the implications for your specific business. You’ll then move on to measuring and managing those...

Deutz has adopted a groupwide human rights code. It documents the drive specialist’s zero-tolerance strategy toward the abuse of universal, inalienable, and indivisible human rights. “We take our...

According to Our World in Data, the global population emits about 34 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO₂) each year.Where does all this CO₂ come from? This graphic by Adam Symington maps out...

Japanese beverage giant Suntory Group and UK-based malt supplier Muntons will collaborate on a joint exploration of how to reduce CO2 emissions of barley by 50% within the next five years.Also...

Research finds that financial institutions in the region are largely silent on conflicts over land rights. Most do not consider, in their lending and investment practices, whether women farm...

European countries are highly ranked in a sustainability model that measures how nations are doing in terms of green development, and there was some overall growth internationally that shows...

Dutch supermarket operator Ahold Delhaize stated that it is planning to reduce carbon dioxide emissions for its operation by 50% by 2030 and to become net-zero by 2040. The company also is seeking...

At the recently concluded COP27 climate summit in Egypt, 14 major agricultural commodity companies, including Cargill, ADM and JBS, released a plan to end deforestation associated with the...

As EU member states close in on a common negotiating position on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), they are fighting over whether companies should do due diligence for...

The European Parliament and EU member states reached an agreement late on Thursday (10 November) on a new law regulating the contribution of the forestry and land use sector to the EU’s 2030...

A couple of weeks before her short stint as prime minister ended, Liz Truss delivered on a pledge to tackle what some – including Truss – saw as red tape holding back “thousands of growing...

The FDA published its final rule about new traceability protocols for a variety of food products vulnerable to contamination. People who manufacture, process, pack or hold foods including produce,...

Redesigns on its Sheba, Whiskas, Perfect Fit and Catsan brands has saved, according to Mars, 480 tons of plastic per year. Plastic flow wraps on Shepa and Perfect Fit mini pouches have been...

90% decarbonization is the only path to science-based net zero, so that’s the target Capgemini has set itself.Reflecting our commitment to doing what the international scientific community says is...

Realizing that their supply chains cannot be made totally immune to disruptions, a number of automakers have adopted a number of strategies to protect their businesses. They include: delivering a...

The BMW Group is systematically pursuing its climate goals for the supplier network and significantly reducing the carbon footprint of its steel sourcing. Following initial contracts with European...

The new EU battery regulation is a top priority for all EU institutions. It defines the regulatory framework for the ambitions of the European Commission and member states to establish a full EV...

Despite the common belief that data center operations and the cloud generate information technology’s most significant environmental impacts, the embodied carbon of endpoint devices accounts for...

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and BIMCO, together with the International Ship Suppliers’ Association (ISSA) and the International HazMat Association (IHMA), have collaborated to...

Following initial contracts with European suppliers, the BMW Group has now concluded further agreements for the supply of CO2-reduced steel in the US and China. In the medium-term, the BMW Group...

Ford Motor Company and Manufacture 2030 announced today a strategic partnership to help Ford’s suppliers meet their carbon reduction targets toward Ford’s goal of reaching carbon neutrality no...

Digital technology has made it commercially possible for companies to offer an alternative, more sustainable, and deposit-free recyclable packaging system for take-out food. Suppliers rent their...

Owing to its vast Scope 3 footprint, the retail industry at large accounts for over 25% of global emissions and 40% of the global plastic usage. Wary of the situation, and faced with consumer and...

Two companies are collaborating to make wind turbines more sustainable. Stora Enso, a biomaterials and wood construction company, and Voodin Blade Technology GmbH, a startup in Germany developing...

The TCFD has published guidance for asset managers but does not consider some of the specificities of PE firms managing closed-ended funds holding portfolios of unlisted SMEs, including their...

There is strong support for net zero across the financial sector, but the number of private equity firms making public commitments remains low. This does not reflect a lack of ambition from...

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are a growing concern for investors, consumers, governments and other stakeholders.In the private equity sector, the rise of sustainable funds and...

The shipping industry aims to align with a 1.5 degrees Celsius trajectory in accordance with the Paris Agreement, this requires that zero-emission fuels make up 5% of international shipping fuels...

Announcements from airlines on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) commitments are coming thick and fast in the run-up to the COP27 climate summit, which takes place later this month in Egypt.British...

In the last two decades, many companies have made pledges to eliminate deforestation from their supply chains. Have these pledges been effective? New research published in the scientific journal...

Stuttgart-based Azowo has just raised €10 million in its mission to power the transition towards sustainable mobility. The startup aims to fix the broken link between mobility, automotive OEM and...

A major barrier to making supply chains more resilient is making the financial case for the investments. That’s because it’s hard to measure resilience, projecting the future cash flows from such...

A group of the world’s largest and most influential agri-business companies and organisations has this week launched an action plan to scale regenerative farming globally to tackle the impacts of...

Autodesk, Inc. is an international software producer targeting the fields of architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, media, education, and entertainment. The San Francisco-based...

Tackling supply chain emissions could make a meaningful impact on the climate, but progress is slow.Four major companies from the Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders – Royal Philips, IKEA, Unilever...

California continues to be at the center of energy transition initiatives, with numerous projects including microgrids, battery storage, and sustainably built houses coming online; the latest is a...

Muirhead, a supplier of Fine Scottish Leather to airlines and seat manufacturers around the globe, has joined the Green Cabin Alliance (GCA)Read the full article at: www.mrobusinesstoday.com

It took two years of education and negotiation, but the ink is drying on the first aggregated power purchase agreement orchestrated under Walmart’s renewable energy acceleration for suppliers,...

Sustainable or green IT is not new. In fact, it has been a topic of discussion among IT leaders for decades. But the concept of sustainability in general, which the United Nations defines as...

Apple said Tuesday that it is urging suppliers to vastly reduce greenhouse gas emissions as the tech giant works to make its entire supply chain carbon neutral by 2030. The company is asking...

More than 300 businesses, including H&M, Sainsbury’s and Nestlé, have urged world leaders to make it mandatory for companies to assess and reveal their impact on nature by 2030.Businesses and...

The company recently announced that it is taking more steps to ensure a stable supply of low carbon steel for its future products. This will help the company reach its goal of becoming carbon...

A coalition of food and finance institutions say that US$113 billion of currently existing assets will have to meet specific and time-bound targets in areas such as zero deforestation and carbon...

Mondelēz International will spend an additional $600 million by 2030 on its Cocoa Life program. The initiative, which started in 2012, addresses environmental and human rights challenges and...

Businesses in the UK will be heavily reliant on government policies to achieve net-zero. That’s a problem, says David Burrows.YouGov has just quizzed 702 CEOs and businesses leaders from seven...

Patagonia, Inc. makes outdoor clothing and is committed to the environment. The Ventura, Calif.-based company was founded in 1973 and has operated in at least 10 countries worldwide; it has...

The climate has moved into the spotlight in businesses with a new report from Ericsson finding that 42% of decision-makers believe they will face disruptions to their enterprise in the near future...

For the past two decades, Europe has been a frontrunner in sustainable palm oil with the EU market reaching high levels. However, total palm oil imports are decreasing. The bloc notably accounts...

Stellantis will look to upgrade its medium-term target for the minimum percentage of recycled material in its vehicles from 35 percent, the carmaker's Senior Vice President Global Circular...

Online retailer Shein plans to cut emissions across its supply chain by 25% by 2030, the company announced in September.The targets are among the first public steps to cut carbon emissions for the...

Prada just released its first-ever fine jewelry line with a sustainable approach.The debut collection, dubbed Eternal Gold, features 48 designs crafted entirely from 100-percent certified recycled...

BT has announced a new programme aimed at reducing business customers’ e-waste by recycling end-of-life equipment and helping them achieve their targets for a circular economy.BT says its new...

Circular from the startStartups have the opportunity to build businesses based around the circular economy from the start of their lifecycle. “Startups have the ability to build their businesses...

“Investing in a circular economy approach must become an integral part of how companies run their supply chain,” said Stephen Jamieson, Global Head of Circular Economy Solutions at SAP. “As...

Sustainability has become a top priority for many consumers, and retailers are responding. A Deloitte report showed that 55% of consumers surveyed recently bought a sustainable product or service....

German wholesale giant Metro aims to reduce water consumption across its operations by 10% per square metre of net operating space by 2030 compared to the base year 2021.The move will contribute...

After several years of R&D work, Afyren, with the support of the European AFTER-BIOCHEM project, is now in the industrial phase: the company has just inaugurated a first plant of biosourced...

New Japanese government guidelines on business and human rights mean that Japan’s car industry should accelerate efforts to clean up their supply chains. Japan’s carmakers are gradually...

Emission-Free Aviation Requires Holistic StrategyLike most industries, airplane manufacturers factor rework into the cost of doing business. That approach won’t be um…sustainable in this next era...

The Impact of Deforestation on Carbon StorageA one degree change in temperature could have catastrophic consequences.One of the most notable influences on rising global average temperatures comes...

A new report has found that Europe is by far the largest consumer of sustainable palm oil in the world, accounting for 45% of total global use of RSPO certified sustainable palm oil.Jointly...

Sustainability1 has become a topic of crucial importance for many corporations, including financial institutions. One reflection of this is the strong growth in sustainable debt instruments, which...

Long after the pandemic and a host of other disruptions delivered a fatal blow to lean supply chains, consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers are determined to gain the visibility they need...

Insights From Global Supply Chain Ratings 2017-2021    In its sixth edition, the Sustainability Risk and Performance Index: Insights from Global Supply Chain Ratings examines the sustainability...

Amtrak has issued a new net zero emissions target, pledging to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the Amtrak Network by 2045.Amtrak seeks to achieve this goal by implementing...

Carbon-conscious mining company Snow Lake Lithium and battery production specialist LG Energy Solution announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a domestic supply...

California has enacted an ambitious package of legislation to aggressively combat the climate crisis — a bold move by the world’s fifth-largest economy that could inspire action in other...

THE WHAT? Shiseido has developed a new sustainability initiative, named the See, Say, Do Project. The project falls under the J-beauty giant’s Empathy CSR pillar and will boast a dedicated website...

LanzaTech’s carbon recycling technology could see new applications in the beauty industry soon. The carbon capture and transformation company has partnered with fragrance and beauty ingredients...

Nestlé, through its largest coffee brand Nescafe, has outlined new plans to improve coffee farmers’ livelihoods and support them to adopt regenerative agriculture, backed with a commitment of...

Levi Strauss has vowed to achieve net-zero emissions of greenhouse gases by no later than 2050 under a new set of sustainability goals.   Levi Strauss & Co. made the commitment as part of its...

Zalando and Decathlon are among four brands to have joined forces on a new programme – Reshoes – aimed at accelerating the circularity of the footwear industry. By March 2023, the Reshoes...

Even as businesses look to prove their sustainability credentials to increasingly discerning customers, many are failing to track the largest source of their emissions. Indirect Scope 3 emissions...

Accenture is collaborating with Toshiba to provide consulting services to support green transformation (GX) efforts of the companies’ clients.The collaboration will target industries with high...

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) proposed banning the sale of diesel commercial trucks by 2040. The proposal comes just weeks after the state had to battle with high temperatures that...

The H&M Group is a multinational clothing company. The Swedish retailer is known for “fast fashion,” which is clothing that is made and sold cheaply. The company has shops in 75 locations...

Parts of the timber industry are still partying like it’s 1999 — processes like email and sometimes even fax are still the go-to for closing deals, says Thomas Androutselis, cofounder of timber...

The voluntary guidelines, published by the BRC, outline the steps retailers can take to adhere to circular economy principles. By following this circular model, the BRC says retailers will further...

The auto industry's drive to a greener and cleaner future is a treacherous road for companies in its beleaguered supply chain. Only the strong and the shrewd may survive.Many auto suppliers,...

We are in the midst of a real-time, seismic shift as consumers transform expectations of global supply and demand models. The pandemic exposed the fragility of many supply chain networks. An...

Final negotiations have begun between the European Council, Parliament and Commission on a regulation that will ban products from the EU market that result from deforestation.It will impact what...

There are signs of a disconnect between consumers and retailers when it comes to sustainability.A recent report has found that two-thirds of consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable...

Last week, a special rapporteur investigating the use of mercury in small-scale gold mining and a UN fact-finding mission on Venezuela presented separate reports to the council on the impact of...

From 2025 onward, the joint venture between PowerCo, the new battery business of the Volkswagen Group, and Umicore, the Belgian circular materials technology company, will begin producing...

Agtech has a very important role to play in building a more efficient, equitable and sustainable global food system. From digital to biological tools, agtech entrepreneurs are collectively working...

The ESGFinTech100 is an annual list of 100 of the world’s most innovative ESG companies offering solutions for the financial services industry selected by a panel of industry experts and analysts....

In 2002, Ficosa was one of the country’s first companies in the sector to join the Compact, as part of its commitment to sustainable development, which is key to the company’s present and future...

A recent survey by Gartner, Inc. found that 74% of supply chain leaders expect profits to increase between now and 2025 as a result of applying circular economy principles. On average, supply...

BCG recently conducted a global survey of 1,000 leaders in A.I. and climate that tells us more about that potential—as well as the barriers getting in the way. We found that 87% of respondents...

Seemingly a little forgotten about in the fight against climate change, methane emissions are an incredibly potent contributor to warming the earth. Aiming to change that, Germany-based startup...

Pulp and paper manufacturer Stora Enso has launched a feasibility study to assess the potential to further reduce CO2 emissions at the group’s Imatra site in Finland.The group believes that...

The European cocoa and chocolate industry is offering to share data on cocoa farm locations with top producers Ivory Coast and Ghana in an effort to ramp up efforts to fight deforestation in the...

Imports of 14 types of commodities into the European Union will soon have to be verified for possible association with deforestation in the countries in which they were produced.That’s the key...

Cathay Pacific announced today the signing of an offtake agreement with Aemetis for the supply of 38 million US gallons of blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to be delivered over seven years...

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is shaping up to be the corporate mantra of the 2020s, with the majority (83 per cent) of Australians concerned about climate change, according to the...

Road transport is the most prioritized area to reduce CO2 emissions, according to leading e-commerce and manufacturing companies in Europe. A new report carried out by Ipsos and Volvo Trucks shows...

Young people are passionate about driving change on the climate issues that stand to impact their future. This sentiment was especially evident at this year’s Sustain conference, where youth...

Organizations are increasingly turning their focus to fighting climate change through sustainable practices. A 2022 report by Deloitte found that 89% of executives agree there is a global climate...

Sustainability through Innovation.Continuously enhancing driving pleasure and ambitious sustainability targets define the work of the BMW Group in shaping the individual mobility of the future....

Billions of tonnes of materials are used to produce goods and then thrown away. With consumption and inflation constantly on the rise, Switzerland could do more to transition to a circular...

With 420 million hectares of forest cover lost in the past 30 years, the debate on deforestation and traceability in the cocoa supply chain took up the last day of the ECA Cocoa Forum 2022, held...

Data, insights, visibility and the ability to respond quickly are key to gaining a competitive edge, according to speakers at Digital Procurement World. When it comes to dealing with global...

Data, insights, visibility and the ability to respond quickly are key to gaining a competitive edge, according to speakers at Digital Procurement World. When it comes to dealing with global...

The country’s most sustainably minded retailers are placing more of an emphasis on sourcing — by both boosting locally and sustainably produced food and by requiring stricter environmental...

The country’s most sustainably minded retailers are placing more of an emphasis on sourcing — by both boosting locally and sustainably produced food and by requiring stricter environmental...

The European Cocoa Association (ECA) and the Association of Chocolate, Biscuit and Confectionery Industries of Europe (CAOBISCO) are on track to deliver access to cocoa marketing agencies’ farming...

Indigenous leaders from the Amazon have implored major western brands and banks to stop supporting the ongoing destruction of the vital rainforest through mining, oil drilling and logging, warning...

Novelis Inc., a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider and the world's largest aluminium recycler and manufacturer of beverage can sheet, today announced the company's new laminated...

Morrama recently developed a more sustainable packaging range for restaurant chain wagamama. The new packaging will be implemented across the delivery and takeaway operations, replacing over eight...

Samsung has announced its environmental sustainability plans for the future. The company has formulated a new strategy to achieve net zero carbon emissions and increase the use of renewable...

The Kroger Co. ( NYSE: KR), America's largest grocery retailer, today outlined an updated Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) action plan to support the company's comprehensive ESG strategy...

Leaders Romans Group (LRG) has launched its first sustainable branch in Kemptown, Brighton city centre, under the Leaders brand following a complete refurbishment as part of the group’s target to...

Prada Group has acquired a 43.7 percent stake in Superior S.p.A, a tannery based in Santa Croce Sull’Arno, on the outskirts of Pisa, Italy. As part of the deal, Superior founder and current CEO...

An area larger than the EU was lost to deforestation from 1990 to 2020, with EU consumption representing around 10% of losses Parliament also wants pigmeat, sheep and goats, poultry, maize,...

The news was announced by the European Cocoa Association (ECA) and the Association of Chocolate, Biscuit and Confectionery Industries of Europe (CAOBISCO) at the eighth ECA Forum in Rome on...

Cocoa traders and chocolate companies are coming under increased pressure from consumers and governments to clean up their supply chains in the global fight against climate change.   Barry...

By supporting innovative assessment tools across its businesses and sectors, multinational giant Henkel aims to monitor its carbon reduction goals – and provide transparency for stakeholders...

Product shortages and supply chain disruptions have emerged as a frustrating reality for organizations across a wide swath of industries. Due to a convergence of factors -- including the pandemic,...

SIGnature Events are powerful one-day meetings in which buy-side practitioners benchmark with other organizations and network with colleagues facing similar issues. This event offers an Executive...

The Future of ESG Data conference returns as a central source of discussion and learning for the rapidly evolving ESG Data industry. This one day event will offer unrivalled insight from industry...

ESG performance measurement in the private equity space is shifting from being a risk mitigation factor to an opportunity for value creation. This shift requires a change in mindset, where ESG...

Speaker: Virginia Dundas, Head of Strategic Environment Programs, Sustainability at Ørsted, hosted by Fergal Byrne, Executive Producer, The Sustainability Agenda As questions surrounding Scope 3...

Sustainability often comes at a price, but despite inflation and other global disruptions, many Americans are open to shopping sustainability. Among those surveyed, 68% indicated they would pay...

Mountain bike tyres from the Continental Gravity range have become the first products to feature responsibly sourced natural rubber from a project aimed at establishing sustainable natural rubber...

With businesses being increasingly urged to reduce their carbon emissions and adopt more sustainable business models, the logistics and transportation industry is under tremendous pressure to...

Sustainability has dominated headlines in recent years. The conversations surrounding global warming and reducing our carbon footprint are becoming more heavily discussed as the urgency...

Germany-based chemical company BASF has partnered with Japanese coating manufacturer Nippon Paint to introduce sustainable industrial packaging in China.The packaging has been adopted for Nippon...

Generation Z members say they want their clothes to be sustainable but still regularly buy fast fashion, demonstrating a "clear gap" between ideals and practice, new research shows.Nine in ten who...

Schneider Electric SE operates worldwide and is best known as an energy management company. Based in France, it not only serves the electric generation business but also addresses commercial and...

On the last day of the legislative session, California lawmakers took significant action, passing some of the most extensive energy and climate bills seen at the state level.The state legislature...

Amgen and Bristol Myers Squibb have joined “Energize” – a program designed to increase access to renewable energy for pharmaceutical suppliers. Convened by Carnstone, an independent management...

The race to modernize commercial buildings is accelerating, fueled by mounting business pressures related to carbon footprint, resource stewardship and ESG (environment/social/governance), along...

Pollution, high carbon footprints and overproduction in the apparel and retail industry are going out of fashion for allocators scrutinising companies’ environmental and social impact.Data from...

Ben & Jerry’s is drawing focus to the not-so-sweet world of cocoa farming through an all-new ice cream flavor.Teaming up with 100% slave-free confectioner Tony Chocolonely, the ice cream maker has...

An increasing number of tourists are looking for sustainable travel experiences. More than 70% of travellers indicate they would make more effort to travel sustainably in the coming year. This is...

Global temperatures are on the rise and large portions of North America, Europe and South Asia experienced record-breaking heat waves this summer. The goal to limit global heating to under 1.5...

The Alliance to End Plastic Waste was formed in 2019 and includes dozens of top companies from across the world, but it has been slow to make progress on its goals and should set more substantial...

On Tuesday, Mercedes-Benz Group AG and the Government of Canada signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore deeper cooperation across all stages of the automotive value chain – from...

The trade fairs dedicated to packaging this autumn will be an opportunity for Metsä Board to present their latest solutions and investments in the circular economy.As the leading European producer...

Much has been written about Walmart’s main sustainability program, Project Gigaton — the ambition to reduce or avoid 1 billion metric tons (a gigaton) of greenhouse gases from its supply chain by...

The German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act aims to make supply chains more transparent, boost human rights and environmental protection. Noncompliance can be costly. Learn which companies are...

The UK-based manufacturer has joined the growing number of big food producers – including Mondelez, Nestle, retailers Tesco and Aldi and foodservice operators Compass Group and Sodexo, among...

All businesses selling into California will need to integrate new sustainability requirements into their use of plastics and plastic packaging.Signed into law this summer, the Plastic Pollution...

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has encouraged companies to disclose their climate-related risks since 2010. However, publishing this data has been voluntary, making it...

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has established a novel sustainability-linked finance scheme, designed to offer firms in the soft drinks bottler's supply chain discounted financing rates if...

The global electronics supply chain has historically been a leader in terms of innovative and effective supply chain management. This year, Gartner’s Global Supply Chain Top 25 highlights that...

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has announced that it has established a sustainability-linked supply chain finance programme in association with Rabobank.Rabobank will provide funding to the...

El Corte Inglés plans to increase the availability of sustainable products on its shelves and online platforms by at least 5% per year until 2025.In practice, this means a greater supply of SKUs...

Under increasing public scrutiny, companies large and small are experimenting with strategies for building a circular economy, one that focuses on regenerative activities that reuse materials as...

Maxion Wheels has joined non-profit bodies the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) and ResponsibleSteel, and claims as such to be the first wheel manufacturer to become a member of these...

Lowe’s Companies is a home-improvement retailer with nearly 2,200 stores in the United States and Canada. The Mooresville, NC company employs 300,000 people and had sales in 2021 of $96...

In a study of 350 of the world’s largest food and agriculture companies, many big food companies were found to be “failing dismally” on key ESG issues, including climate change and human rights....

As the global focus on climate change continues to gather momentum, IT professionals have a unique opportunity to lessen negative environmental impact on our planet through a thoughtful...

Interloop is making serious strides in its long-term commitment to responsible manufacturing, but its newest technology offering may be its biggest development yet. The fully integrated...

We found this recent white paper to be an important read as companies are working to create a circular economy and changing the way supply chains are operating.The paper examines how countries...

As greenhouse gas emissions continue to stand as a major threat to the climate, the United Nations launched a Net Zero initiative. By the year 2030, there’s a goal to decrease gas emissions to...

President Joe Biden has signed into law the most significant piece of legislation supporting clean energy and climate change mitigation in U.S. history.The Inflation Reduction Act stands to devote...

As a result of mounting environmental and social challenges affecting the entire globe, many organisations now place sustainability as a priority within their strategic goals. In this landscape,...

Massachusetts’ governor signed into law a climate change bill that’s meant to bring the state closer to its goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.The bill signed by Republican Gov....

The congressional and federal climate action of the last few weeks is likely to have a significant impact on the climate movement for years to come. It will also have a snowball effect on American...

An “action staircase” of procurement practices has been identified to help organisations improvement sustainability credentials.The staircase was drawn from the results of a survey by the MIT...

Procurement Foundry is pleased to announce the dates for its latest event: FORGE: Digital Futures. We are excited to bring you this concise yet comprehensive virtual event, designed to help you...

Whether from customers, investors, governments or regulatory bodies, enterprise organizations are facing pressure from all angles to meet ambitious sustainability pledges.With looming deadlines,...

In its journey towards minimizing waste, is the packaging industry losing sight of the crucial importance of making its energy consumption more sustainable? Robert Lilienfeld, founder and...

Sustainability is no longer a nice-to-have option when running a business. Rather, it’s becoming an essential corporate responsibility and a smart business in its own right. For a business setting...

Gen Z population wants brands to prove their sustainability claims, while global regulators now require transparency across all supply chain practiceIt’s no secret that supply chain delays and...

The global supply chain during the pandemic has remained unpredictable with disruptions showing no end in sight. The Cushman & Wakefield report, The Role of Asia Pacific in Global Supply Chains,...

The Coalition for Digital Environmental Sustainability (CODES) launched an action plan that outlines three systemic shifts needed to leverage the power of digitalization to help create more...

To create a truly circular economy, the world must overcome a number of different barriers. Consumers have become used to convenience and this means that we now use 20 times more plastic than we...

The pressure is mounting for companies to drive sustainability across their whole supply base, with a new proposed, climate-related Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rule among the latest...

EU action on tackling deforestation is urgently needed, as rising demand for commodities is exacerbating pressure on land worldwide. To have an impact on deforestation rates, the EU cannot act...

The car industry, one of the largest polluters in the world, is showing its efforts to reduce it, as passenger cars produced approximately three billion metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions...

Members of Parliament unanimously voted Wednesday to clamp down on modern slavery by backing a bill requiring Canadian companies to ensure they are not using forced labour or exploiting child...

Sustainability is more than just a buzzword — it’s something brands need to embrace if they want to get new customers and keep existing ones coming back. Yotpo’s State of Brand Loyalty 2022 survey...

The renewable energy sector in North America is rapidly expanding, with the proportion of electricity the U.S. gets from solar and wind nearly quadrupling in the past decade. Its growth has been...