Stories from Debra Born
Technology
NYC Techies Rally to Assist Small Businesses Nationwide
As this pandemic worsens, techies are helping small businesses with a website that allows users to buy online gift cards from merchants and restaurants.
March 26, 2020
Community Development
Leafy Greens the Target of New Foodborne Illness Action Plan
Businesses say they're onboard with an FDA plan to ensure the safety of leafy greens - timely as Americans are getting accustomed to social distancing.
March 19, 2020
Sustainable Living
Happy Family Organics Scales Up Awareness of Regenerative Agriculture
Danone’s Happy Family Organics hopes to educate consumers about sustainable agriculture, starting with a new line of regenerative and organic baby food.
March 9, 2020
Sustainable Living
This 'Vegan Wool' is Made From Desert Plants That Need No Water
One kilogram of so-called "vegan wool" saves 9,000 liters of drinking water compared to 100 percent cotton yarn—and the fabric is durable, unshrinkable and built to last.
February 28, 2020
Sustainable Living
Denny’s is the Latest Chain to Sell Beyond Burger Nationwide
After a successful pilot in Los Angeles, Denny’s is now offering a Beyond Burger menu option at more than 1,700 locations in the U.S. and Canada.
February 10, 2020
Energy
Mohawk Exhibit Offers a Glimpse into the Ocean Plastic Crisis
To show the world what the ocean plastic crisis looks like, Mohawk Industries recently sponsored an art installation made out of upcycled materials.
February 6, 2020
Sustainable Living
Suavs Recycles Water Bottles Into Sneakers
Austin-based shoe company Suavs debuted a new high-top sneaker made from 100 percent recycled knit. And the company says all of its shoes will be made from the material by the end of this year.
February 3, 2020
Energy
Verizon Stands Firm on Commitment to Become Carbon Neutral by 2035
At Davos last week, the CEO of Verizon confirmed the telecomm giant's long-term sustainability goal to become carbon neutral by 2035.
January 27, 2020
Technology
How Drones Can Be an Important Tool to Upskill Youth
A recent Arrow Electronics partnership with the Nathan Yip Foundation taught youth how to operate agricultural drones to improve ranching operations.<br />
January 21, 2020
Voices for Change
Left Behind: Older Employees Feel Unwelcome in Corporate America
Most baby boomers plan to stay in the workforce, but employers aren't always supportive. Here's why corporate America is short-sighted on the challenge.
January 17, 2020
Sustainable Living
An Industry First: Look Inside the Henhouses at Vital Farms
Vital Farms' customers can now watch and hear clucking hens on 360-degree videos on the company’s website - a step in transparency that's an industry first.
January 14, 2020
Community Development
U-Haul Starts Off 2020 with New Hiring Policy Affecting Smokers
Effective February 1, U-Haul will no longer hire nicotine users in 21 states. Some say it's a smart move that helps build a healthier workforce, while others feel it's a step too far.
January 10, 2020