GreenBiz

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Sustainable shopping is healthy, even amid a pandemic. As sustainability professionals, we’ve been talking for years about how consumers are increasingly influenced by values and sustainability. We search the data for proof points that people would prefer to buy from a more sustainable company. Diane Osgood.

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GreenBiz

AUGUST 24, 2020

The rise (and rise) of sustainability-linked finance. One silver lining of this horrific moment is the rise of loans, bonds and other financial instruments linked to sustainability outcomes. In this sense, "sustainability" is broadly defined to include environmental issues as well as social ones. Joel Makower.

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The Environmental Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

As the world struggles to combat climate change, the need for a sustainable economy is more urgent than ever. Why do we need a sustainable economy? Despite the urgent need for a sustainable economy, there are several barriers that have hindered progress. What’s stopping us?

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EDF + Business

AUGUST 2, 2021

Now, more shoppers are becoming aware of another concern: Chemicals in food packaging that are winding up in our bodies. Boma Brown-West, Director, Consumer Health. There’s a large and growing body of evidence around the prevalence of toxic chemicals in food packaging and the impact they’re having on human health.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 4, 2019

Ex-CSO Bob Langert talks behind-the-scenes of the food giant's sustainability journey.

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EDF + Business

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Toxic chemicals are used in food packaging and many are linked to health effects , like cancer or infertility. They can also pollute our soil, air and waterways, hurting more than just the person eating from the packaging. . This is where the Understanding Packaging Scorecard ( UP Scorecard for short) comes in.

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The Environmental Blog

JULY 28, 2023

If you’re a pet owner attempting to live sustainably, it’s imperative to take your pet’s carbon pawprint into account. If ignored, these microscopic parasites can result in more serious health problems in addition to irritation and itching. A Guide to Sustainable Pet Ownership – 9 Tips 1.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Resource management company Veolia says it is extending sustainability for the farming industry with the introduction of a new poultry bedding solution for farmers. Agribed is sterile and helps to optimise bird health and welfare where the key benefit of its high absorbency ensures that poultry sheds stay drier and friable for longer.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Kraft Heinz sustainability chief reflects on 'interdependence'. Food company Kraft Heinz has been relatively quiet about its corporate sustainability strategy in the five years since it was formed through the merger of food giants Kraft and Heinz — stepping out in early 2018 to provide an update. Heather Clancy.

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Inhabitat - Innovation

APRIL 8, 2020

Plastic containers line nearly every shelf of any health and beauty aisle. To tackle this earth-endangering practice, Stockholm-based design studio Form Us With Love set out to make personal care more sustainable with their first product in this endeavor, FORGO powdered hand soap.

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY IN THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY. Beauty is an industry that gets a bad rap when it comes to sustainability. That’s because the beauty industry generates up to 120 billion units of plastics packaging per year contributing to the loss of 18 million acres of forest annually. MINIMIZING PACKAGING WASTE.

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The Environmental Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Sustainable businesses tend to consider the important roles of the environment and how to protect nature for a successful business. In that way, sustainability can be achieved and maintained while facing various business challenges. In that way, sustainability can be achieved and maintained while facing various business challenges.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Concerns about the environment are taking a backseat to worries about basic needs — our health and our economy (at both the macro and personal level). 1 answer by far was, "I read the ingredients/detail on the package.". Fast forward to 2020 and while "I read the package" is still the No. If we go back in time to 2014, the No.

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The Environmental Blog

APRIL 5, 2022

Sustainability is a practice that can and should be implemented routinely and faithfully in everyone’s life. Sustainability is a habit defined as the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources to consistently maintain an overall ecological balance in the pursuit of keeping our environment healthy and thriving. GOING GREEN .

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Unpacking Packaging: The Nuances of Material Health How can businesses balance material health, regulatory compliance and public perception when selecting packaging materials? The health and safety implications of materials used in packaging has become a growing concern for consumers, brands and retailers.

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Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Rejecting the harsh and damaging ingredients of conventional haircare – sulfates, parabens and phthalates – MASAMI has created a line of products that nourishes and protects hair health. They continue to search for eco-friendly packaging alternatives that meet their product and shipping needs at a reasonable price.

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Business Green

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

P&G and GSK are among companies to commit to reducing their plastics impact and CO2 emissions as part of a new charter on sustainable self-care. The Charter provides an ambitious platform for all our members globally to drive innovation in sustainability.".

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 21, 2022

Building Sustainability Checklist: 28 Tips to Make Your Building More Eco-Friendly. Becoming a more sustainable business starts with having green buildings and infrastructure. A building is considered sustainable/green because of its design, construction, and operational characteristics. Sustainable operation and maintenance.

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 5, 2020

The National Brownfield Land Institute in Wolverhampton is one of the eight shovel ready projects to benefit from the £66m funding package. (L-R): to provide innovation spaces and research laboratories at the Birmingham Health Innovation Campus.

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Business Green

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Industry Voice: Dow's Angels Domenech explains how innovative plastic packaging and recycling processes can drive down food waste, plastic waste and emissions. Dow products and technologies support the food packaging industry, including meat and cheese, fruit and vegetables, snacks and cereals, coffee and confectionery, and even pet food.

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Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Creating a sustainable home doesn’t necessarily mean you have to purchase the latest green gadgets and install solar panels on your roof. Read on to learn about several renovations and improvements for sustainable homes. Using multi-purpose cleaners to cut down on cleaning costs and product packaging. Reusing old toothbrushes.

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Green Business Bureau

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

WHAT IS SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION? In the world of business, sustainability innovation can be defined as the process of evolving old business models and creating new ventures that realize economic value and generate positive environmental and social impacts simultaneously. HOW IS SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION DRIVING THE GREEN ECONOMY?

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Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2022

If you’re wondering what to get your favorite coworkers while keeping your carbon footprint low, then here’s a must-have guide on sustainable office gifts! Perhaps buy a locally made candle to support small businesses or try NOTES® refillable wax candles , a more sustainable way to set the mood. For the Organizers. But remember!

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Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 10, 2023

Selecting the right sustainability certification for your business can be a tedious process requiring thorough research and understanding which program will best suit your needs and budget. OVERVIEW OF SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATIONS. General business sustainability certifications. Green building certifications.

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Business Green

JULY 27, 2022

The "massive" tree planting package is aimed at protecting and future-proofing London against the worsening impacts of climate change, and comes in response to the record-breaking 40C temperatures across England which led to a spate of devastating fires across the capital last week. The Mayor of London has pledged a further £3.1m

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Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 10, 2022

The ROI Of Sustainability in Business. There is general consensus among business leaders and investors that business success today requires a commitment to sustainability. The Financial Risk of Not Being Sustainable. There is company risk in not being sustainable, both to the planet and to the business.

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GreenBiz

MAY 8, 2020

Why global engagement is essential to sustainable supply chains. Sustainable infrastructure investments can aid the post-COVID recovery. Two ways P&G is working toward its packaging goals. Todd Brady, director of global public affairs and sustainability, discusses the projects that got it there. . Week in Review.

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Greenability Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2021

The Chiefs and the Green Sports Alliance are hosting the Kansas City Sports & Sustainability Symposium on Tuesday, August 17 for teams from across the region. The Chiefs’ sustainability efforts have been underway for more than a decade at Arrowhead Stadium, including: Waste management strategies to increase waste diversion to 59.3

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Business Green

JULY 19, 2021

Covid-19 recovery packages unveiled by nations around the world are failing to deliver the levels of sustainable investment needed to cap global temperature increases at safe levels, IEA warns. The analysis highlights how developing countries are falling behind when it comes to sustainable recovery spending.

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Business Green

JUNE 22, 2022

Carlsberg Group has announced the largest pilot to date of its sustainable Fibre Bottle, promising to put 8,000 bio-based and fully recyclable beer bottles into the hands of consumers for the first time in eight key European markets. with a sustainable plastic cap, which is expected to be delivered in 2023.

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Sustainability Consulting

MARCH 15, 2023

Understanding what it means to live sustainably, and its relevance to our lives, is crucial in protecting our planet. The idea of sustainability can be the target of many myths and misconceptions. Despite its importance, many people are unaware of what sustainability really means, or worse, have fallen prey to various myths.

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GreenBiz

MARCH 12, 2021

A huge chunk of COVID-related government spending has necessarily focused on welfare payments and the health response, but the report concludes that even when the focus is narrowed to look only at measures designed to deliver a longer-term economic recovery, only 18 percent of spending has "positive green characteristics.".

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 4, 2021

5 sustainable packaging developments to watch in 2021. For companies with sustainable packaging goals, 2025 is fast approaching. That’s the year when many have pledged to become zero waste, or to use 100 percent reusable, recyclable or compostable packaging. Meg Wilcox. Mon, 01/04/2021 - 01:15. Media Source.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 1, 2021

The good news is that the hotel sector can minimize emissions while profitably embracing sustainable development. By transitioning towards more sustainable business practices, hotel and motel owners have the unique opportunity to avoid some of the greatest threats towards environmental and human wellbeing.

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The Environmental Blog

MAY 7, 2021

Here’s 10 excellent reasons for you to make the switch, to benefit the health of yourself, your home, and your planet. Overall Health. Several cleaning products evaporate into a host of unhealthy vapors that can permeate throughout your home – resulting in health issues over time. Sustainable Packaging.

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Business Green

JULY 6, 2021

New survey results highlight how consumers are more environmentally-aware than ever, and engagement with sustainability concerns is only growing. Most notably, it highlighted how sustainable packaging and environmental preservation are now considered to be "standard" for many consumers.

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EDF + Business

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

This lack of information serves as a barrier for shoppers to make more informed decisions that impact their health and the planet. Certifications are a good starting place for companies to help shoppers make more informed and sustainable choices. Deciphering which products are sustainable is nearly impossible.

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