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B Corps Show “This Way Forward” To Better Business for B Corp Month
Over 8,000 B Corp Certified businesses celebrate B Corp Month 2024 around the globe by sharing how they move forward together to pave the way for better business.
|April 4th, 2024|10:26 AM
Sustainability Standards News
What Business Owners Need to Know About the Forest Stewardship Council
Securing FSC certification presents multiple advantages for businesses, establishing them as frontrunners in sustainable approaches and bolstering their standing among environmentally aware consumers.
|April 4th, 2024|6:43 AM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Eastman Secures DOE Funding for Advanced Molecular Plastics Recycling Plant
Eastman, a leading provider of specialty materials and chemicals, has recently been recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) as a recipient of significant funding for the establishment of its second state-of-the-art molecular plastic recycling facility onshore.
|April 3rd, 2024|12:49 PM
Sustainability Standards News
Thermajohn and Thermajane Achieve Global Recycled Standard Certification, Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainability
Thermajohn and Thermajane, leading providers of high-quality thermal underwear for men, women, boys, and girls, both owned by 1836 Total Commerce, are proud to announce their recent certification by the Global Recycled Standard (GRS).
|April 3rd, 2024|9:52 AM
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Leveraging the Global Recycled Standard: Driving Circular Fashion Economy Partnerships
The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) plays a pivotal role in propelling the circular fashion economy forward by promoting transparency, fostering partnerships, and driving innovation, offering a crucial framework for sustainable sourcing and production as businesses prioritize environmental sustainability.
|April 2nd, 2024|2:10 PM
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Calsoft Elevates B Corp™ Score, Reinforcing Commitment to Values
Microsoft Dynamics partner Calsoft Systems intensifies pursuit of social responsibility into core of technology business as reflected in B Corp Recertification results.
|April 2nd, 2024|9:20 AM
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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.
|March 29th, 2024|1:56 PM
Sustainability Governance
New EU Sustainability Reporting Rules Are a Challenge, Says Puma
“We are nowhere near being able to fulfil the requirements of CSRD,” Stefan Seidel said on a panel at the Reuters Impact conference in London, referring to the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive.
|March 29th, 2024|11:32 AM
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Fairtrade Research Finds a Third of Consumers Overlook Ethical Easter Eggs Over Price Assumptions
Fairtrade research reveals 31% of consumers overlook ethical Easter eggs due to perceived higher costs amidst a cost of living crisis, as reported by Neill Barston.
|March 28th, 2024|4:51 PM
Ethical Consumerism
New Report Finds Secondhand Clothing on Track to Take 10% of Global Fashion Sales
ThredUp, one of the largest online resale platforms for apparel, shoes, and accessories, today released the results of its 2024 Resale Report.
|March 28th, 2024|1:50 PM
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Cotton Certifier Used by Inditex, H&M Finds No Evidence Brazil Farms Breached Standards.
A sustainability certification group for cotton, used by Zara's owner Inditex, reported Tuesday that an independent audit found no breaches by three Brazilian farms accused of deforestation and land-grabbing by an NGO.
|April 25th, 2024|7:47 AM
D2L Releases 2024 Sustainability Report
D2L makes progress across four key sustainability pillars as it continues to help transform the way the world learns.
|April 24th, 2024|3:49 PM
Sustainable Supply Chains
South Korea’s LG Electronics Raises $800 Million Global Sustainability Bond
LG Electronics issued its first global bond in 17 years, raising USD 800 million with strong global institutional interest despite market volatility.
|April 24th, 2024|11:14 AM