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Better Cotton and Pesticide Exposure: Research Explores Farmer Welfare in Pakistan
Dr. Asim Yasin's research compares the impact of Better Cotton's pesticide reduction approach on healthcare costs between 225 Better Cotton farms and 225 conventional farms.
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FSC Aligned for EUDR’ cleared for launch by International Board
The FSC International Board of Directors has approved FSC’s set of solutions to operationalize EUDR Aligned Certification for July release.
Sustainability Innovation
Azura Fashion Group Unveils Cutting-Edge AI Model Driving Sustainable Fashion
Azura Fashion Group announces a groundbreaking AI model set to revolutionize the fashion industry by enhancing sustainability and supporting circular economy practices.
Sustainability Innovation
JLR Launches Sustainability Innovation Challenge To Engage Innovators For Pioneering Mobility And Automotive Solutions
JLR has launched its first Sustainability Innovation Challenge, to engage innovators, startups and other organisations in developing and collaborating on sustainable solutions for the luxury mobility sector.
Sustainable Materials
Vestiaire Collective Cooperates With Repair And Alteration Platform Sojo
Resale platform Vestiaire Collective is to partner with repair and alteration platform Sojo to provide customers with access to tailoring and repair offerings, as well as Sojo's zero-emission pick-up and home delivery service.
Sustainable Supply Chains
New Report Criticizes Major Fashion Brands for Ongoing Fossil Fuel Use and Lack of Renewable Energy Initiatives
The report assesses 11 apparel and footwear companies’ insufficient efforts to eliminate fossil fuels from supply chains, manufacturing, and shipping.
Sustainable Supply Chains
PPG Marks Strong Progress Against 2030 Sustainability Targets With Latest Report
PPG has announced significant progress towards its 2030 ESG targets, including increased sales of sustainable solutions and reduced GHG emissions across its operations and value chain.
Sustainable Suppliers News
General Mills Stands for People and Planet in 2024 Global Responsibility Report
Company shares decarbonization strategies in first Climate Transition Action Plan, sets no deforestation commitment, highlights community impact and progress across commitments.
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Basketball Legend Seeks USDA's Help to Transform Family Farm Into a Sustainable Agricultural Enterprise
Sampson and other Blakey descendants formed an LLC to restore the family farm and develop it into an agritourism destination for educational purposes.
L'Oréal Plans Industry-Shifting Changes To The Way It Makes Perfume
L’Oreal announced new methods for extracting natural fragrances, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable production practices.
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Von der Leyen Set to Address EU Anti-Deforestation Regulation Deadlock
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is poised to propose a resolution to the ongoing enforcement impasse surrounding the EU’s new anti-deforestation regulation, as disclosed during a recent European People’s Party (EPP) meeting.
Leveraging Public Procurement: A Strategic Tool for Advancing Sustainability in Europe and Beyond
Examining the pivotal role of public procurement in advancing sustainability, addressing its impact on economic, environmental, and social goals, and urging for stronger policies and innovations in procurement practices.
How Sustainable Procurement is Reducing Carbon Emissions in Bruzaholm Wind Farm Construction
Vattenfall’s Bruzaholm wind farm project, slated for completion in autumn 2025, is setting a new standard in reducing carbon emissions through sustainable procurement. This 21-turbine onshore wind farm will generate 460 GWh of fossil-free electricity each year, bolstering the power supply in southern Sweden.