ESG Sustainable Procurement News and Updates
"Environmental Impact" News Archive
Material Innovation & Circularity
Manufacturing 4.0
Plastic Pollution No More: Chemistry Breakthroughs Revolutionize Recycling
A groundbreaking moisture-driven recycling method is transforming plastic waste management, enabling solvent-free, energy-efficient PET recycling. Discover how this chemistry breakthrough is driving a circular economy for plastics.
|March 20th, 2025|2:20 PM
Material Innovation & Circularity
Trek Collaborates with Syensqo to Innovate Sustainable Polymers for Madone Bike
Syensqo, a leader in advanced materials and chemical solutions, has forged a strategic partnership with Trek Bicycle Corporation, a trailblazer in the cycling industry. This collaboration signifies a substantial move towards sustainable product development as Syensqo's state-of-the-art recycled materials are incorporated into Trek's flagship Madone Gen 8 bicycle model. This alliance highlights both companies' dedication to environmental responsibility and their joint vision of propelling innovation in the industry through circular economy principles.
|August 5th, 2024|12:41 PM
Policy, Regulation & Compliance
Technology & Software
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.
|March 26th, 2025|1:11 PM
PEFC Guide: Empowering Responsible Cellulosic Fibre Sourcing for a Sustainable Future
The PEFC Guide is a comprehensive resource championing sustainability, urging responsible cellulosic fibre sourcing, promoting transparency, and guiding stakeholders towards a greener path.
|July 5th, 2023|2:08 PM
Investments & Collaborations
Food & Agriculture
From Extractive to Regenerative: SBTN Sets Ocean Sustainability Targets for the Seafood Industry
SBTN launches the first ocean science-based targets, offering seafood companies a clear framework to future-proof operations and regenerate marine ecosystems.
|March 27th, 2025|12:05 PM
Material Innovation & Circularity
Apparel & Textiles
Exploring Direct Dyeing of 100% Cotton for Dark Shades Using Reactive Dyes through Cationization
Discover how cationization is revolutionizing cotton dyeing, offering significant environmental and economic benefits by reducing water, energy, and production costs.
|March 5th, 2025|2:37 PM
Apparel & Textiles
Policy, Regulation & Compliance
Navigating the Impact of EU-Wide Restrictions on 'Greener' Solvents in the Textile Industry
The European Commission has recently implemented an EU-wide restriction on the use of siloxanes, a class of solvents previously marketed as a safer and more environmentally friendly alternative to perchloroethylene (Perc) for dry cleaning textiles.
|June 17th, 2024|11:29 AM
Policy, Regulation & Compliance
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
|March 27th, 2025|3:27 PM
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.
|November 6th, 2024|12:58 PM
Material Innovation & Circularity
Automotive
How High-Performance Plastics Are Powering Green Innovation Across Industries
Explore how high-performance plastics are driving sustainability in automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy through durability, efficiency, and innovation.
|April 2nd, 2025|6:30 PM
Our Community
Apparel & Textiles
Material Innovation & Circularity
CMAI Pioneers Sustainable Fashion with SU.RE Digital Platform
CMAI launches the SU.RE digital platform, connecting 600+ sustainable vendors to fashion brands and advancing India's circular fashion economy.
|March 11th, 2025|6:12 PM
Policy, Regulation & Compliance
Technology & Software
ESG Insights: Sphera's Scott Lehmann on Incorporating Sustainability in Business Strategies
Discover how businesses can leverage AI-powered sustainability solutions to drive operational efficiency, mitigate risk, and meet growing ESG demands.
|March 17th, 2025|3:24 PM
Food & Agriculture
Redesigning India’s Agriculture: The Need for Regenerative Farming
Discover how regenerative farming can help India overcome soil degradation, water scarcity, and ensure sustainable agricultural productivity, boosting food security and economic growth.
|March 5th, 2025|11:54 AM