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U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Achieves Remarkable Growth and Sustained Progress Across Sustainability Metrics

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Achieves Remarkable Growth and Sustained Progress Across Sustainability Metrics

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol triples its grower membership in three years, with 975 growers on 1.7 million acres, highlighting its dedication to sustainability in the industry.
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|February 14th, 2024|4:13 PM
Gucci’s Regenerative Denim Collection Wins Circularity Award

Gucci’s Regenerative Denim Collection Wins Circularity Award

Gucci reaffirmed its dedication to sustainability and innovation by winning the Ellen MacArthur Foundation Award for Circular Economy during Milan Fashion Week, distinguishing itself in the realm of sustainable fashion.
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|September 25th, 2023|12:02 PM
Better Cotton Revises its Certification Criteria in Response to Greenwashing Concerns

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.
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|April 25th, 2023|10:29 AM
Amazon’s Global Plastic Footprint Might Be Shrinking, but the US Is A Different Story

Amazon’s Global Plastic Footprint Might Be Shrinking, but the US Is A Different Story

It was estimated that Amazon generated 208 million pounds of plastic packaging waste for all transactions in the United States in 2022, a 9.6% increase over Oceana’s estimate for 2021.
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|April 11th, 2024|12:19 PM
Amazon Pumps Cash Into AI-Powered Recycling Startup

Amazon Pumps Cash Into AI-Powered Recycling Startup

Amazon announced earlier this week it has taken another step toward becoming a mean, green e-commerce machine.
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|March 11th, 2024|4:25 PM
Examining the Pitfalls in CSRD-Aligned Double Materiality Assessments: A Guide for Companies

Examining the Pitfalls in CSRD-Aligned Double Materiality Assessments: A Guide for Companies

The CSRD will revolutionize sustainability reporting, aligning it with financial disclosures by requiring comprehensive ESG reporting, necessitating a substantial expansion in disclosure scope regardless of previous practices.
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|March 26th, 2024|3:16 PM
Decoding Double Materiality: Unveiling its Significance and Impact

Decoding Double Materiality: Unveiling its Significance and Impact

The evolving discussion on double materiality holds significant implications for accounting standards and finance, with the IFRS set to determine its direction before COP26, shaping the path towards a net-zero economy.
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|March 11th, 2024|7:03 PM
BBB Industries Releases 2023 Corporate Sustainability Report, Showcasing Company's Commitment to Sustainable Activities and Performance

BBB Industries Releases 2023 Corporate Sustainability Report, Showcasing Company's Commitment to Sustainable Activities and Performance

BBB Industries, LLC (BBB), a leading sustainable manufacturer serving the automotive and industrial markets, published its 2023 Corporate Sustainability Report (CSR), highlighting the company's sustainable activities and performance.
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|March 26th, 2024|5:06 PM
Sustainability LIVE London: The Premier Hybrid Event for Sustainability Leaders

Sustainability LIVE London: The Premier Hybrid Event for Sustainability Leaders

Sustainability LIVE cultivates a vibrant atmosphere where sustainability leaders from the UK and Europe can gather, forge connections, and delve deeper into the most pressing sustainability issues facing their organizations.
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|May 30th, 2024|6:40 AM
Enhancing Investor Relations: Understanding Double-Materiality Reporting

Enhancing Investor Relations: Understanding Double-Materiality Reporting

Amidst the SEC's climate disclosure rule, Investor Relations Officers face heightened responsibility in managing reputation, ESG concerns, and financial communications to maintain stakeholder trust.
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|March 12th, 2024|10:48 AM