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Kuvimba Mining House Pioneers Blockchain-Based Gold Traceability in Zimbabwe
Mining and Metals

Kuvimba Mining House Pioneers Blockchain-Based Gold Traceability in Zimbabwe

Emphasis on Transparency and Responsible Mining
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|July 24th, 2024|3:41 PM
Arc’teryx, Zalando, and H&M Explore Profits Without Production Growth
Apparel & Textiles
Material Innovation & Circularity

Arc’teryx, Zalando, and H&M Explore Profits Without Production Growth

Fashion Leaders Embrace Circular Economy in $700 Billion Reuse Market
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|July 24th, 2024|2:42 PM
Europe's Forest Protection Push Faces Backlash from Trade Partners
Policy, Regulation & Compliance

Europe's Forest Protection Push Faces Backlash from Trade Partners

The European Union's Approach to Deforestation and Its Global Implications
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|July 24th, 2024|2:42 PM
Commonshare & Bureau Veritas Partnership to Enhance Supply Chain Traceability
Investments & Collaborations

Commonshare & Bureau Veritas Partnership to Enhance Supply Chain Traceability

Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services has announced a strategic collaboration with CommonShare to deliver a comprehensive Bill-of-Materials (BOM) and Purchase Order traceability solution.
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|July 18th, 2024|12:07 PM
AI and Climate Change Dominate Insurance Industry Priorities
Technology & Software

AI and Climate Change Dominate Insurance Industry Priorities

The insurance sector's landscape is evolving, with a recent survey revealing that artificial intelligence (AI) and climate change have ascended to the forefront of industry concerns. The International Insurance Society (IIS) has published its 2024 Global Priorities Survey, which collected insights from nearly 20,000 senior executives worldwide, highlighting key strategic focuses for the year ahead.
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|July 18th, 2024|10:16 AM
Ricron Panels Secures Series A Funding Led by Boon Sustainability to Expand Operations in India
Material Innovation & Circularity
Investments & Collaborations

Ricron Panels Secures Series A Funding Led by Boon Sustainability to Expand Operations in India

Mumbai — Ricron Panels, a pioneering player in the plastic waste recycling sector, has successfully raised Series A funding led by Boon Sustainability Technologies. This capital infusion will bolster the company’s growth initiatives, marketing efforts, and capital expenditures, facilitating an expanded footprint in the Indian market.
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|July 18th, 2024|10:16 AM
Shein Shifts IPO Plans to London, Unveils Sustainability Push Amid U.S. Scrutiny
Investments & Collaborations

Shein Shifts IPO Plans to London, Unveils Sustainability Push Amid U.S. Scrutiny

Fast-fashion behemoth Shein is pivoting its initial public offering (IPO) strategy towards London, abandoning its previous intentions for a U.S. listing in light of rising allegations of labor abuses and significant opposition.
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|July 18th, 2024|10:16 AM
Textile Exchange Postpones Launch of eTrackit Traceability System
Apparel & Textiles
Technology & Software

Textile Exchange Postpones Launch of eTrackit Traceability System

Textile Exchange, the global non-profit organization focused on sustainable practices, has announced a delay in the rollout of its highly anticipated eTrackit traceability system following a pilot phase.
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|July 18th, 2024|10:16 AM
Google Acknowledges AI's Contribution to Growing Emissions
Technology & Software

Google Acknowledges AI's Contribution to Growing Emissions

Google's recent acknowledgment of artificial intelligence (AI) contributing to increased emissions highlights a critical intersection between technology innovation and environmental sustainability, raising pertinent questions for businesses engaged in sustainable procurement.
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|July 10th, 2024|9:56 AM
Supreme Court Decision Raises Concerns for Environmental Protections
Policy, Regulation & Compliance

Supreme Court Decision Raises Concerns for Environmental Protections

The recent Supreme Court decision has ignited widespread concern over the future of environmental protections in the United States, with significant implications for businesses engaged in sustainable procurement. The ruling, which curtails the regulatory authority of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has introduced a new layer of complexity for companies striving to meet sustainability goals.
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|July 9th, 2024|5:27 PM