GreenBiz

OCTOBER 5, 2020

What’s been less chronicled is the arduous journey companies go through to clean up their mica supply chain, including the often-grueling work it takes to trace the mineral from its source all the way to products, then make the necessary changes to ensure it meets a company’s ethical and performance standards. It's a cash product.

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Business Green

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

And in order to help retailers and brands identify the right information with which to assure customers, the group has published a new Voluntary Guideline on Veganism in Fashion. Last year a judge ruled in an employment tribunal that ethical veganism does amount to a philosophical belief, like a religion, that is protected by law.

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Business Green

JULY 29, 2022

"These included a number of companies creating the impression that their products were ‘sustainable' or better for the environment - for example by making broad claims about the use of recycled materials in new clothing - with little to no information about the basis for those claims or exactly which products they related to," it explained.

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Low Impact

JUNE 24, 2020

Foraging can be a wonderful way to engage with the natural world – an important step in achieving a more sustainable and ethical lifestyle. Different laws and local statutes apply in different areas, so if in doubt about foraging in a particular location, it is usually best to ask before doing so. Woodlands or forests. Coastlines.

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DeSmogBlog

APRIL 16, 2021

The lack of consistency between states can be confusing to firms, said Blache, but he contended that most companies do their best to adhere to the law. At least 20 states have passed or introduced harsh new laws that make it a felony to protest at pipeline construction sites and other critical infrastructure. Credit: Karen Savage.

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DeSmogBlog

APRIL 16, 2021

The lack of consistency between states can be confusing to firms, said Blache, but he contended that most companies do their best to adhere to the law. At least 20 states have passed or introduced harsh new laws that make it a felony to protest at pipeline construction sites and other critical infrastructure. Credit: Karen Savage.

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DeSmogBlog

DECEMBER 16, 2022

After multiple requests for information about the Oregon DOJ’s follow-up on the case, Communications Director Kristina Edmunson claimed in an email that the department never received a complaint and said she was unable to provide any additional information. Any information you can give me?”.

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DeSmogBlog

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

To protect people around the world so no one is exploited in supply chains, we need strong laws that compel companies to take action to mitigate the risk of forced labour,” Lea said. ” Morrisons told DeSmog that it was “liaising with [its] suppliers to ensure that these concerns are fully investigated.”

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DeSmogBlog

APRIL 7, 2021

Bespectacled, tall, and barrel-chested, with blonde hair and a beard punctuated by gray, Cole stood confidently before a classroom of conference attendees at a University of Oregon environmental law symposium in 2008, less than a year before his death. Abascal gave Cole a desk and a phone, and Cole got to work. Early Influences.

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DeSmogBlog

JULY 20, 2023

The findings come at a time of increased scrutiny of failings in EU transparency laws, following allegations in December that MEPs had been bribed by Qatar, Mauritania, and Morocco. In response to Qatargate, the EU has announced plans to launch a new ethics body, as well as new rules on accepting gifts, hospitality and travel.

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Grist

MARCH 2, 2021

The Texas Railroad Commission, or RRC, which oversees the state’s oil and gas industry, tried to make sure Weatherly would pay up, objecting to the state’s bankruptcy plan because it didn’t include sufficient information about the amount of money that would be set aside for well cleanup and for the company’s various creditors.

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Business Green

MARCH 2, 2021

Crucially, the interim body will be able to receive complaints from members of the public about failures of public authorities to comply with environmental law ahead of the formal launch of the new agency. This means bringing the Environment Bill back to parliament at the earliest opportunity.".

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Business Green

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

I participated in a global risk assessment survey that informed those at the Davos summit on what they should be paying the most attention to. Economic or ethical. A key difference I observed is that business leaders tend to think in economic terms first and ethical terms second. An uncertain world. Thomas, Minnesota.

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Business Green

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Based on publicly-available information, the report then ranked the firms based on the reach and ambition of their commitments for tackling deforestation. As we continue this commitment we will also work to improve the disclosure of information related to these efforts.".

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Business Green

JULY 15, 2022

The SLCP is something of a one-stop shop for data on the working conditions at supplier facilities, providing information on compliance with local laws and international standards among other data points. But here's some information to help give you an idea. Neither HSBC nor PVH wanted to talk about rates, even in general terms.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

JANUARY 28, 2020

Click here for more information. degree (honors) in computer and information science from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and studied international political economy at the University of Copenhagen. Before that, Veena practiced law in India. Veena received a Masters in Law degree from Washington University in St.

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Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 19, 2022

This makes it difficult for buyers and tenants to compare properties and make informed decisions about where to invest or live. It also puts pressure on developers and builders to stay on top of the continually evolving laws, regulations and certification requirements surrounding green building.

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DeSmogBlog

OCTOBER 29, 2021

This document shows that the oil industry was informed of the science of global warming. Available at the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL). THACKER: This was found by an attorney at the Center for International Environmental Law going through archives at the University of Michigan. Document 3: 1968.

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Business Green

JULY 31, 2020

Indeed, AI is integral to all manner of technologies, ranging from autonomous vehicles to more informed disaster response systems to smart buildings and data collection networks monitoring everything from energy consumption to deforestation. The flip side to this rosy view is that there are plenty of ethical concerns to consider.

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AGreenLiving

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

And citizens and consumers will have the kind of granular information they need to more effectively target the decision-makers and brands standing in the way of a sustainable future. Climate-centered legal disputes will proliferate as climate-impacted regions, entities and communities increasingly turn to the law to sue carbon-emitting ones.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Her work has been featured by NACD, Corporate Secretary, Pensions and Investment, CQ Roll Call, Marketwatch, Ethical Boardroom, GreenBiz, Huffington Post, Environmental Leader and Responsible Investor. Before that, Veena practiced law in India. Veena received a Masters in Law degree from Washington University in St. Nancy Floyd.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

MAY 30, 2019

be familiar with California public meeting laws, such as the Brown Act. have a strong work ethic befitting a start-up environment. . • effectively communicate with elected officials and representatives from cities and counties. have exceptional attention to detail and diligent organizational skills. •

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

MAY 30, 2019

be familiar with California public meeting laws, such as the Brown Act. have a strong work ethic befitting a start-up environment. . • effectively communicate with elected officials and representatives from cities and counties. have exceptional attention to detail and diligent organizational skills. •

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DeSmogBlog

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Ultimately, he filed 21 internal ethical misconduct complaints against colleagues and top executives, including current NW Natural CEO David Anderson, later elevating his concerns to the Oregon Public Utility Commission (OPUC), the body that regulates NW Natural. What informed our analysis?

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

OCTOBER 7, 2021

For more information about the department, please visit our website www.sjenvironment.org or @sjenvironment on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out CIP’s website for more information on the $1.4 Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country.

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Let us share information about that. But we were not required to by law. So, the values are "good" and "bad," "right" and "wrong," "moral/immoral," "ethical/unethical." since the revolution, and they wanted to exchange gifts. And they had to be careful when exchanging gifts, obviously. So, we created the China-U.S.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 30, 2020

.” Indeed, AI is integral to all manner of technologies, ranging from autonomous vehicles to more informed disaster response systems to smart buildings and data collection networks monitoring everything from energy consumption to deforestation. The flip side to this rosy view is that there are plenty of ethical concerns to consider.

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Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2022

For instance, in 2019 the state passed a new law named the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act , which raised the 2030 target from 50% of electricity generated by renewables to 70%. Head to Final Rule on Green Roof Tax Abatement Priority for more information. (followed by Boston and Seattle). Green Innovation Grant Program.

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Green Business Bureau

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Companies need to be informed as new policies are enacted across the globe and ensure their practices abide by these changes. But regulations are more than just policies and they shouldn’t be your only reason for being a sustainable, ethical business. Competition Law and Sustainability Agreements. In January 2021, the U.K.’s

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Low Impact

APRIL 18, 2021

Informal debts, lack of credit, lack of currency is such a rampant, visceral thing in Kenya. But no laws were being broken, so we ended up doing an international petition, and eventually the public prosecutor said that there was no Kenyan law that we were breaking. Sharing information is really important. I don’t know.

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Business Green

MARCH 12, 2020

If you have an environmentally-minded investor or pension holder you are likely already aware that it stands for 'Environmental, Social and Governance', and that it is supposed to signal that your money is being put towards assets that are environmentally and ethically sound.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 5, 2020

What’s been less chronicled is the arduous journey companies go through to clean up their mica supply chain, including the often-grueling work it takes to trace the mineral from its source all the way to products, then make the necessary changes to ensure it meets a company’s ethical and performance standards.

Ethics 28

Ethics Africa Health Government 28

DeSmogBlog

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

And DeSmog can also reveal that a growing group of ethical investors are demanding that ad and PR companies come clean about their true climate impact. The Law Society of England and Wales has developed guidance for its members with a section on ‘advised emissions’.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 11, 2023

This information dictates what questions are put forward in the B Impact Assessment. The below information has been adapted from The B Corp Handbook: How You Can Use Business as a Force For Good , by Ryan Honeyman and Tiffany Jana. For more information, we recommend you use this resource. You can also check the U.S.

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DeSmogBlog

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

And DeSmog can also reveal that a growing group of ethical investors are demanding that ad and PR companies come clean about their true climate impact. The Law Society of England and Wales has developed guidance for its members with a section on ‘advised emissions’.

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Energy and Cleantech Council

MAY 14, 2021

For instance, Georgia, who hosted one of the more recent competitive state cannabis licensing rounds, specifically sought information associated with the applicant’s energy plan, water use plan, and environmental impact plan. And these considerations are not new or unique to New York.

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Business Green

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

The inquiry will look at whether businesses are exaggerating the positive environmental impacts from their products and services in order to capitalise on growing consumer demand for ethical and sustainable products, the watchdog said.

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