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US Environmental Protection Agency: The impact of deregulation on fashion’s sustainability efforts
Apparel & Textiles
Policy, Regulation & Compliance

US Environmental Protection Agency: The impact of deregulation on fashion’s sustainability efforts

EPA rollbacks on emissions and pollution regulations pose challenges for fashion sustainability. Discover how brands can mitigate risks and maintain ESG commitments
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 21st, 2025|12:54 PM
Governments Take Steps Toward Regulating Palm Oil Industry
Policy, Regulation & Compliance
Food & Agriculture

Governments Take Steps Toward Regulating Palm Oil Industry

Indonesia and Malaysia’s regulatory changes are reshaping the palm oil industry. Discover how these shifts are driving sustainability and impacting global supply chains.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 14th, 2025|3:02 PM
Why Only 1 in 5 Consumers Trust Sustainability Claims—and How Brands Must Respond
Technology & Software
Policy, Regulation & Compliance

Why Only 1 in 5 Consumers Trust Sustainability Claims—and How Brands Must Respond

Discover strategies to overcome consumer skepticism on sustainability claims. Learn how transparency, pricing strategies, and AI can enhance brand trust and drive consumer loyalty.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 26th, 2025|1:11 PM
Beyond the Rhetoric: Redefining the Business Case for Sustainability
Manufacturing 4.0

Beyond the Rhetoric: Redefining the Business Case for Sustainability

The business case for sustainability is often overstated—discover how companies can close the gap between ESG rhetoric and meaningful, actionable impact
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 27th, 2025|3:27 PM
Assessing the Implications of the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive
Policy, Regulation & Compliance

Assessing the Implications of the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive

As global awareness of human rights and environmental issues heightens, the European Union has responded with legislative measures to address these challenges, most notably the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D). Adopted by the European Parliament in April 2024 and coming into effect on July 25, 2024, the directive mandates EU member states to integrate these provisions into national laws by July 26, 2026.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|November 6th, 2024|12:58 PM
Why Collaborative Action in River Basins is Crucial for Sustainable Water Management
Investments & Collaborations

Why Collaborative Action in River Basins is Crucial for Sustainable Water Management

Discover why collaborative efforts in river basins offer the most impactful strategy for businesses to achieve meaningful water stewardship and strengthen sustainability.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|April 4th, 2025|1:11 PM
The Crucial Ingredient for Ethical, Sustainable Supply Chains
Food & Agriculture

The Crucial Ingredient for Ethical, Sustainable Supply Chains

At the recent Fast Company Innovation Festival, industry leaders explored the essential elements required to establish a supply chain that prioritizes sustainability and ethical practices. The discussion revealed a stark reality: when consumers purchase everyday items, such as a set of bed sheets from a large retail chain, they often remain oblivious to the origins of those materials and the complexities of the associated supply chain. Unfortunately, many companies lack this transparency themselves.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|September 27th, 2024|5:33 PM