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Ugandan Business Transforms Banana Fiber into Sustainable Handicrafts
Sustainable Suppliers News

Ugandan Business Transforms Banana Fiber into Sustainable Handicrafts

TEXFAD, a Ugandan startup focused on waste management, is transforming decapitated banana stems, typically considered agricultural waste, into valuable resources.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|January 29th, 2024|11:01 AM
California Regulations Tighten Standards for Recyclability Claims on Packaging
Sustainability Governance

California Regulations Tighten Standards for Recyclability Claims on Packaging

Recyclability in California requires meeting strict criteria, including widespread collection, sorting in large-volume facilities, adherence to plastic packaging guidelines, and avoiding materials like PFAS and specific chemicals that hinder recyclability.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|January 31st, 2024|2:17 PM
Formula 1 Marks a Step Forward in Sustainability with Pirelli's First FSC-Certified Tyres
Sustainability Standards News

Formula 1 Marks a Step Forward in Sustainability with Pirelli's First FSC-Certified Tyres

Pirelli leads in sustainability at Formula 1 with groundbreaking FSC-certified tires, prioritizing sustainable natural rubber.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 29th, 2024|1:56 PM
Upcoming Events Not to Be Missed by Economist Impact

Upcoming Events Not to Be Missed by Economist Impact

In addition to running its publication, Economist Impact also enables businesses to drive action on sustainability through its hybrid events.
The EconomistThe Economist
|March 10th, 2023|8:53 AM
Navigating the SEC Climate Rule: ESG Experts Advocate Comprehensive Approach to ESG Reporting
Sustainability Governance

Navigating the SEC Climate Rule: ESG Experts Advocate Comprehensive Approach to ESG Reporting

Riveron urges companies to enhance climate reporting capabilities following the SEC's new rule, noting the absence of Scope 3 emissions reporting compared to regulations in California and the EU, highlighting a unique regulatory environment for US firms.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 21st, 2024|3:22 PM
European Supply Chains Have Embarked on a Path of Optimization and Restructuring
Sustainable Supply Chains

European Supply Chains Have Embarked on a Path of Optimization and Restructuring

According to the study 'The State of European Supply Chains in 2022' prepared by JLL, European supply chains have started on a path towards greater optimization and restructuring.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 31st, 2023|10:47 AM
Tackling Microfibres
Ethical Consumerism

Tackling Microfibres

One of the most significant threats to the environment is microfibres, which are tiny plastic fibres that shed from clothing made out of synthetic materials when manufactured, worn, and washed.
Fashion Takes ActionFashion Takes Action
|April 13th, 2023|11:36 AM
Innovation Forum: Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Conference USA

Innovation Forum: Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Conference USA

This two-day business conference will address how brands can adapt practices to deliver on ambitious commitments and growing stakeholder expectations.
Innovation ForumInnovation Forum
|April 13th, 2023|6:29 PM
Amazon’s Global Plastic Footprint Might Be Shrinking, but the US Is A Different Story
Sustainable Supply Chains

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.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|April 11th, 2024|12:19 PM
Coty Commits Itself to Sustainability with its “Beauty that Lasts” Platform

Coty Commits Itself to Sustainability with its “Beauty that Lasts” Platform

After having partnered with Lanzatech, the multinational beauty company recognized by Cradle to Cradle Coty continues to strive for a new sustainable business model through its online sustainability platform.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|April 19th, 2023|6:27 AM