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Only 20% of "Sustainable" Investment Funds Align with the Proposed Anti-Greenwashing Criteria
Sustainability Governance

Only 20% of "Sustainable" Investment Funds Align with the Proposed Anti-Greenwashing Criteria

A report by Clarity AI reveals that 20% of sustainability-labeled investment funds classified as Article 8 would meet the criteria of proposed fund labeling rules aimed at reducing greenwashing risk.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|May 22nd, 2023|9:24 AM
Are ESG-Compliant Companies More Profitable?
Sustainability Governance

Are ESG-Compliant Companies More Profitable?

ESG performance is now - and in the future - a differentiating value that has gained weight in recent years, as seen in the efforts by retailers such as Nike, LVMH, Marks & Spencers, and more.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|April 19th, 2023|8:14 PM
Everything You Need to Know About Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for Sustainable Business Practices
Sustainable Supply Chains

Everything You Need to Know About Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for Sustainable Business Practices

EPDs provide standardized, verified information on a product's environmental impact, essential for informed decision-making and comparison, based on ISO14025 standards and comprehensive Life Cycle Assessment studies.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 19th, 2024|2:46 PM
Bananatex Crafts Compostable Jerseys from Abacá Banana Plants
Sustainable Materials

Bananatex Crafts Compostable Jerseys from Abacá Banana Plants

Bananatex revolutionizes the textile industry with its eco-friendly jersey fabric made from Abacá banana plants, earning recognition at the Dezeen Awards 2023 and showcasing the company's ongoing commitment to sustainable fashion.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|January 5th, 2024|11:37 AM
Sustainable Cultivation of Basil Oil: A Green Approach to Aromatic Elixirs
Sustainable Supply Chains

Sustainable Cultivation of Basil Oil: A Green Approach to Aromatic Elixirs

In response to the growing demand for essential oils, it is imperative to embrace sustainable cultivation practices for basil oil, emphasizing eco-friendly methods to safeguard biodiversity and the environment.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|January 31st, 2024|6:19 PM
EU Forges Accord on Corporate Responsibility, Setting New Standards for Global Businesses
Sustainability Governance

EU Forges Accord on Corporate Responsibility, Setting New Standards for Global Businesses

The European Union has achieved a landmark provisional agreement, requiring large companies in the bloc to proactively tackle adverse environmental and human rights impacts in their supply chains through the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|December 18th, 2023|8:48 AM
GreenBlue’s SPC Engage 2023: A Deep Dive into Retailers' Sustainable Commitments
Sustainable Supply Chains

GreenBlue’s SPC Engage 2023: A Deep Dive into Retailers' Sustainable Commitments

Join SPC Engage 2023 on December 6th - 7th for a transformative deep-dive into retailers' sustainability efforts, where attendees will explore how SPC’s Pillars drive tangible change in sustainable packaging for retailers navigating diverse challenges.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|November 30th, 2023|12:44 PM
Leveraging Supply Chain Mapping for Sustainable Operations: Prioritizing Risks and Opportunities
Sustainable Supply Chains

Leveraging Supply Chain Mapping for Sustainable Operations: Prioritizing Risks and Opportunities

CommonShare's platform revolutionizes supply chain visibility by streamlining compliance and facilitating efficient supply chain tracing, ensuring accurate mapping of detained goods' journeys and enabling companies to streamline compliance efforts.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 13th, 2024|2:48 PM
Top 3 Cotton Standards Procurement Officers Should Include in Sourcing Plan
Sustainable Supply Chains

Top 3 Cotton Standards Procurement Officers Should Include in Sourcing Plan

As only 10-13% of the global cotton supply can be classified as sustainable, it’s imperative that companies understand which standards should be part of a sustainable procurement plan, such as the Better Cotton Initiative, Fair Trade Cotton, and GOTS.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|May 4th, 2023|2:14 PM
Better Cotton Revises its Certification Criteria in Response to Greenwashing Concerns
Sustainability Standards News

Better Cotton Revises its Certification Criteria in Response to Greenwashing Concerns

Better Cotton raises its standards by revising its principles and criteria that farmers must meet to certify their cotton, after having completed its latest eighteen-month review in February.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|April 25th, 2023|10:29 AM