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SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

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Responsible production requires manufacturing goods and services in an ethical and sustainable way that minimizes waste and pollution and supports long-term sustainability of surrounding communities and their natural environments. Additionally, more consumers are preferring organizations with demonstrated environmental and ethical practices.

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PaperTale app shows the ethics and sustainability of clothing with a simple scan

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Sure we can observe and avoid excess packaging , but it’s challenging to get a deeper dive into the origin of materials or how employees at a plant halfway around the globe are treated. In addition, consumers can tip workers directly through the app and even contribute to crowdfund educational programs for workers or their children.

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Ecosystems for good: How collaborator networks achieve sustainability

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This not only benefits members but also allows major global companies such as SC Johnson and Henkel access ethically sourced, recycled "social plastic" for use in packaging. Access to clean water is fundamental for human health and communities when it comes to food security, peace processes, human rights and good education.

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Sustainability Guide for Hotels and Motels: Getting Started

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Move away from over packaged bathroom-toiletries and work with local vendors to reuse packaging. Being a sustainable business also means caring for community wellbeing and working to be socially and ethically responsible. Educate guests on sustainability and invite them to partake.

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What Makes a Successful Company Internship Program?

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Employers must be sure to clearly define what tasks interns will be doing and establish whether they should receive payment for their work or whether it is purely for educational purposes. This could include highlighting opportunities for career development or offering competitive compensation packages. Help build an at-work garden.

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Hit Promotional Products: A Certified Green Business Providing More Eco Friendly Promotional Products

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Hit Promotional Products provides a wide range of more eco friendly promotional products, from apparel , awards, calendars, blankets, and custom packaging. The brand offers green and ethically-sourced products. Educating an industry on sustainability to remove corporate greenwash. ” – Hit Promotional Products.

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Eco-friendly subscription boxes to gift this holiday season

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Another subscription box conscientious about the planet is EarthLove , a curated box of products “that are ethically and environmentally responsible, including zero-waste packaging, natural ingredients, organic and non-GMO, gluten-free, cruelty-free, beegan/vegan and fair trade.” The wipes have no plastic packaging whatsoever.