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Reinventing the Linear Economy Into the Regenerative Circular Economy
How Consumer Goods Companies Can Turn the Tide on Plastic Waste
How can consumer goods companies contribute to global goals around reducing plastic waste and pollution? A new report from Accenture and SAP gives brands the tools to build momentum for packaging circularity and achieve long-term success, escaping what researchers call “pilot purgatory.”
June 22, 2023
Sustainable Living
The Pursuit of ‘Greener’ and Cheaper Plant-Based Proteins
Bringing together biochemistry know-how and a platform powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Equinom is one of the companies helping to bring down the cost of plant-based proteins.
October 31, 2022
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What Does It Take to Build a Circular Economy?
What It Takes to Recycle More Packaging on the Path to a Circular Economy
Recycling in the U.S. needs a rethink: Consumers are confused about what to recycle and how, manufacturers and recyclers are missing opportunities to work together, and markets for recycled materials are weak. What will it take to do things differently?
October 19, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
Will Black Women Remain ‘Endangered Species’ in the Entertainment Industry?
Despite winning big at this year's Emmy Awards, Black women still face an uphill battle in the entertainment industry. "Lack of recognition from Hollywood's most prestigious award entities is not uncommon," diversity, equity and inclusion expert Kim Crowder told 3p.
October 3, 2022
Energy
The Amazon Rainforest is a Massive Bioeconomic Opportunity
The desire for economic development and the need for conservation don’t have to be at odds. At this year’s U.N. Science Summit, Brazilian scientist Carlos Nobre unpacks the opportunity to develop a bioeconomy in the Amazon rainforest.
September 23, 2022
Technology
Bridging the Digital Divide Starts with a Map
Accurate maps of broadband infrastructure and access are lacking as the U.S. tackles the digital divide, but this analytics firm is offering an assist.
September 12, 2022
Community Development
Pixstory and Women in Soccer Partner to Provide Safe Spaces for Sports Talk
Pixstory — the social media platform that spotlights evidence, not opinion — is partnering with Women in Soccer for this year's Women’s Equality Day.
August 26, 2022
Energy
Now is the Time for Businesses to Claim Inflation Reduction Act Incentives and Take on Climate Change
Bottom line, the signing of the Inflation Reduction Act into law means that the U.S. is finally putting its money where its mouth is on climate change.
August 22, 2022
Energy
Tesla Shareholders Call for More Transparency and Accountability Around Water
A majority of its independent shareholders have asked Tesla to become more transparent about its water usage across the globe.
August 12, 2022
Community Development
Sports Brands Should Take Notes After Lionesses Euro Win
The thrilling victory by England's Lionesses in Euro Women's 2022 coincides with a surging public hunger for gender inclusivity in sports.
August 9, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
‘Cite Me; Pay Me’: Protecting Black Women’s Intellectual Property in a Digital Age
Race and gender are relevant to the issue of intellectual property theft — notably for Black women, whose ideas over the years have too often been stolen.
August 2, 2022
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Doing More with Less: Circularity in Packaging
Building a Circular Business from the Top Down and the Ground Up
How do you transform a centuries-old multinational corporation into a circular business? Siegwerk, a top global manufacturer of inks and coatings, has a unique answer that extends beyond its products and engages employees around the world.
July 28, 2022
Energy
California’s Landmark Plastics Law Invites More Innovation from Industry
California's new plastics pollution prevention law is good news for the environment, and it's also an opening for innovation within the private sector.
July 14, 2022
Community Development
What It Means to Be An Ally for People of Color After the Fall of Roe
In the wake of the Dobbs decision, here's why any talk about abortion and problems such as equitable access to healthcare must center on people of color.
July 8, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
Title IX: After 50 Years, We Can Do Even Better for Women’s Sports
50 years after this 37-word amendment became U.S. law, the effects of Title IX have been notable in school programs, especially for women's sports.
June 28, 2022
Community Development
Why Businesses Need to be Alert and Acting On and Beyond Juneteenth
It’s time for all Americans to learn about Juneteenth — and not just how it came to be, but also how its celebration can help move the U.S. forward.
June 17, 2022
Sustainable Living
Giving Toys a Second, Third and Fourth Life with Mattel PlayBack
This recycling program allows consumers to return Barbie Dreamhouses, Mega Bloks and Thomas toy engines — and gives Mattel new opportunities for innovation.
June 17, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
Memo to Businesses: Don't Go Back to Normal After Mass Shootings
The world is moving on with its regularly scheduled programming after two horrific mass shootings, but it's about time for companies to have a gut check.
June 2, 2022
Voices for Change
World Central Kitchen is Now the Largest Food Relief Operation in Ukraine
Across Ukraine, World Central Kitchen has established dozens of warehouses spanning the nation and is currently reaching more than 230 cities and towns.
May 24, 2022
Energy
We Don't Have to Solve Business Problems with Food Waste
Far too many companies overlook how food waste is a huge liability, but more grocers like Albertsons are finding new and more innovative solutions.
May 19, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
As Corporate Reckoning over Equity Continues, What Can We Learn From Amazon’s Racial Audit?
Diversity consultant Kim Crowder tells 3p that Amazon’s racial equity audit could actually serve as a roadmap leading to an even stronger, thriving company.
May 6, 2022
Energy
Lowering Carbon Emissions by Building Regional Food Systems
A partnership between two sustainability-driven companies is doing its part to reduce emissions while giving New York City’s local food systems a boost.
April 29, 2022
Technology
It’s Time for the Internet to Become More Sustainable, Says New Coalition
The sustainable web design field is still young, but watch for the emergence of new groups pushing for a more energy-efficient internet infrastructure.
April 22, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
After Staten Island Union Vote, What’s Next?
We've yet to see what'll come from the newest labor union in Staten Island, but what's certain is that those employees' needs scored much-deserved focus.
April 8, 2022
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Doing More with Less: Circularity in Packaging
This Hidden Packaging Component Could Accelerate the Circular Economy
This oft-forgotten packaging component could hold the key to reducing plastic use, making recycling systems more effective, and driving the circular economy forward.
March 28, 2022
Energy
How Corporate Collaboration Can Slow the Flow of Microplastics into the Environment
Huge problems like microplastics pollution require big thinking, and working together: And that's exactly what Samsung and Patagonia are now doing.
March 22, 2022
Voices for Change
Amid the Ukrainian Crisis, Let’s Start a Larger Conversation About Equity at Our Borders
The patterns of racism and brutality that people of color are experiencing as they try to flee Ukraine mirror the gatekeeping that happens in societies and workplaces around the world, says diversity, equity and inclusion expert Kim Crowder.
March 11, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
Is There a Holistic Solution for Supply Chain Disruptions?
Supply chain disruptions seem to never stop, but the good news is that companies can prepare for even the most chaotic and unforeseen events.
February 14, 2022
Energy
To Find Progress in Clean Energy Development, Look to Utility Regulators
Hawaii is setting an example for the U.S. as it pursues its clean energy goal — not in technological innovation, but in utility regulation.
January 24, 2022
Energy
What Type of ‘Exhausting’ Work Is Required for Climate Progress in 2022?
With Germany’s announcement that it will likely miss its 2022 and 2023 climate tar-gets, what does this new year look like for the world’s biggest emitters? What sort of work should they be putting in, and what changes can we expect to see?
January 10, 2022
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Force for Good: Giving Back to Communities Nationwide
More Than Just a Meal: Solving the Hidden Epidemic of Senior Hunger with Meals on Wheels
As need ramped up dramatically amidst the pandemic, Meals on Wheels programs around the country have been feeding hundreds of thousands more seniors, and every day they demonstrate how a simple meal can create ripple effects across these seniors’ lives.
December 21, 2021
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Making a Difference in the Spaces Where We Live, Work, Learn, Heal and Play
What Can This 20-Year-Old Recycling Program Teach Companies About Circularity?
This 20-year-old ceiling recycling program started in response to a customer request and grew into a powerful private-sector example of the circular economy.
November 9, 2021
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Force for Good: Giving Back to Communities Nationwide
Think Your Team is ‘Too Busy’ to Give Back to Your Community? This Subaru Retailer Has Some Advice
Any leader who thinks they don’t have the bandwidth to pursue community action should talk to Dottie Fitzgerald of Fitzgerald Subaru in Gaithersburg, Maryland, who has made championing pet adoption central to her business.
November 4, 2021
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Access to Sanitation is a Human Right — And Women Entrepreneurs Are Making a Difference
How Mentorship Changed the Game for This Kenyan Entrepreneur
A unique mentorship program helped Sylvia Nyaga bring her first product, a toilet for mobility-challenged people, to market in Kenya.
October 19, 2021
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Access to Sanitation is a Human Right — And Women Entrepreneurs Are Making a Difference
This Social Enterprise Wants to End Period Stigma and Empower Women and Girls
Be Girl distributes period panties, pads and menstrual cups in developing countries and seeks to upend harmful narratives about menstruation, increase body agency, and help girls and women love who they are.
October 11, 2021
Energy
The Private Sector Takes a Stand for Oceans During Climate Week
The Ocean Stewardship Coalition was announced at the start of Climate Week as a cross-sectoral forum for securing healthy oceans.
September 23, 2021
Energy
Shifting Agricultural Subsidies Could Help Achieve the SDGs, Report Finds
A new U.N. report takes aim at agricultural subsidies: While current subsidy systems work against the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the U.N. contends change is within reach.
September 20, 2021
Technology
The Right to Repair Movement Gathers Full Steam
The right to repair supports healthy competition, as well a means to reduce waste; and it appears consumers and small businesses are finally being heard.
August 16, 2021
Energy
Emerging Economies Must Leapfrog to Renewables – and They Already Are
More emerging markets worldwide are "leapfrogging" to renewables, forgoing huge investments in any infrastructure necessary for fossil fuels.
July 20, 2021
Energy
Why Slowing Deep Sea Mining Benefits All Involved
The shift toward a low-carbon economy also comes with growing concern over deep sea mining and its potential long-term impact on the world's oceans.
July 13, 2021
Energy
When More Isn't Enough: What's Driving the Global Climate Positive Push
More companies are coming out with climate positive commitments that go beyond carbon neutrality: In turn, they find public support for pursuing this goal.
July 2, 2021
Energy
Finally Quantified: Tree Equity Has an Impact on Poorer Neighborhoods
Tree equity has had long-term effects on communities of color, based on a study of 500 municipalities home to more than 70 percent of the U.S. population.
June 25, 2021
Energy
Natural Infrastructure Can Boost the Post-Pandemic Recovery
Natural infrastructure can help curb the costs of erosion, flooding and storms that will keep on coming with climate change - we profile a few top examples.
June 21, 2021
Energy
World Oceans Day: Plastic Waste Stays Closer to the Coast Than We Thought
A grim World Oceans Day reminder: it turns out almost 80 percent of plastic stays in coastal waters or comes back to land, according to a new study.
June 8, 2021
Energy
What Does 30×30 Have to do with the Oceans and Livelihoods?
A 2030 target for global protection of 30 percent of the planet - also called 30x30 - should apply to the world's oceans as well, say more scientists.
June 8, 2021
Technology
Artificial Intelligence Makes Air Travel a Little More Carbon Efficient
This artificial intelligence-based tool is helping to make air travel more efficient for at least one airline that serves much of the continental U.S.
June 3, 2021
Sustainable Living
Why Uber and Lyft Should Quicken Their Adoption of EVs
A year after Uber and Lyft boldly promised to boost the number of EVs in their fleets, one study suggests they have made little progress toward such goals.
May 25, 2021
Energy
Are Lab-Created Diamonds ‘Forever,’ or Only Second Best?
Count another leading jewelry maker announcing that will rely solely on lab-created diamonds moving forward, for sustainability and affordability reasons.
May 7, 2021
Energy
The COVID Recovery Isn’t Looking ‘Green’ So Far, But it Should
A "green" global COVID recovery, if well-executed, could support the goals of the Paris Agreement and ensure sustainable development worldwide.
May 3, 2021
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Social Investment for an Inclusive Future: Creating the World We Want to See
From Farm to Fork: How Technology Can Help Lift Smallholder Farmers Out of Poverty
The United Nations reports that supporting smallholder farmers is one of the quickest ways to lift over 1 billion people out of poverty. The task isn’t easy, but tech solutions like myAgro can help.
April 22, 2021
Finance
Report: Are Silver Linings Enough When Corporate Climate Commitments Are ‘Stagnating?’
A new report indicates that to date, corporate climate commitments are a mixed bag, mostly indicating stagnation within the 16 industries surveyed.
April 16, 2021
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The Future of Forests: Sustainable Forestry in the Decade of Action
‘Isn’t It Bad to Cut Down Trees?’ and Other Burning Questions About Sustainable Forestry
We’ve all seen the tree logo on products ranging from shoes to toilet paper. But what does it really mean for a product to come from responsibly managed forests and be certified by the Forest Stewardship Council? We go back to the basics for a closer look.
March 15, 2021
Sustainable Living
No, Fast Food Can’t Ignore Mounting Waste and the Plastics Crisis
As consumers become more aware of the waste including single-use plastics fast food companies generate, one brand has responded in kind with this plan.
March 9, 2021
Energy
Etsy Commits to Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2030
Etsy, which became the first e-commerce company to offset emissions from shipping, now says it will focus on becoming a net zero operation by 2030.
March 2, 2021
Researchers Note Falling Air Pollution in Northern Africa, Even As Economies Grow
“The traditional paradigm is that as middle and low-income countries grow you often see more emissions, and to see a different kind of trajectory is very interesting,” the study's lead author told The New York Times.
February 15, 2021
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Social Investment for an Inclusive Future: Creating the World We Want to See
This Program Trains Survivors of Human Trafficking for Careers in Tech
Nonprofit tech incubator AnnieCannons deploys projects built and developed by survivors of human trafficking and gender-based violence.
February 4, 2021
Technology
Photos: The Virgin Hyperloop Now Seems a Little More Real
Virgin Hyperloop has unveiled detailed renderings for its high-speed travel experience only a few months after its test track in Las Vegas carried the set of first passengers safely.
February 4, 2021
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The Power of Partnerships: Working Together to Make an Impact Through Agriculture
Collaboration is Key to Scaling Regenerative Agriculture
Gaining greater stability in the face of crisis is just one reason brands like the natural and organic meat label Applegate are embracing regenerative agriculture.
January 25, 2021
Corporate Responsibility
Facebook Tries to Leap Into the Next Era of Civil Rights
In the wake of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday and on the dawn of a new presidential administration, Facebook has hired its first VP of Civil Rights.
January 20, 2021
Energy
Too Little, Too Late? ExxonMobil Publishes Indirect Fuel Emissions Data for the First Time
ExxonMobil recently divulged its Scope 3 emissions, claiming it issued that disclosure due to ongoing stakeholder pressure.
January 8, 2021
Voices for Change
'Play to Learn' Humanitarian Response Introduces Rohingya Muppets to Sesame Street
Rohingya refugees Noor and Aziz of Sesame Street are now bringing the power of early education and play to displaced children.
December 24, 2020
Energy
Trillion Trees Act is One More Step Toward Bolder Climate Action
The bipartisan Trillion Trees and Natural Carbon Storage Act seeks to advance the U.S. climate action agenda while preserving the nation's forests.
December 21, 2020
Energy
The Top 7 Environmental Stories on 3p in 2020
This year’s top environmental stories on TriplePundit reflect some of the greatest highs and the lowest of lows within the global sustainability movement.
December 14, 2020
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The Road to 2030: Aligning Corporate Ambitions with What the World Needs
Companies Can Address the Impact of Single-Use Plastics in the Era of COVID-19
Though evidence suggests a spike in disposable plastic use due to the coronavirus pandemic, companies continue to move forward with long-term commitments to reduce their impact.
December 10, 2020
Technology
Third Derivative Accelerator Launches, Expedites Clean Technology Innovation and Carbon Reduction
Rocky Mountain Institute and New Energy Nexus have joined forces to launch this clean technology accelerator as one strategy to take on climate change.
December 7, 2020
Finance
Morningstar Integrates ESG Factors Into Analyses, Empowers Investors
Morningstar has formally integrated ESG factors into its stock, fund and asset manager analyses using a framework capturing ESG risks across 1,500 stocks.
November 30, 2020
Corporate Responsibility
Switzerland Could Soon Be the First Country to Hold Corporations Responsible for Supply Chain Injustices
Switzerland will soon vote to hold any company headquartered in the country legally responsible for human rights and environmental violations in their supply chain.
November 20, 2020
Energy
New Hope for the Climate in a Biden-Harris Win
The presumptive victory of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris opens the door for the U.S. to resume a leadership role in the global fight against climate change.
November 13, 2020
Community Development
This Black Friday, Build Supportive Ecosystems for Black-Owned Businesses
Beyond an extended Black Friday, there’s another more meaningful trend that should take hold this year - choosing to shop at Black-owned businesses.
November 9, 2020
Energy
The Ocean Cleanup Flashes Sunglasses Made from Ocean Plastic
The Ocean Cleanup, which has long collected and repurposed plastic floating in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, has created sunglasses from its first catch.
October 30, 2020
Energy
Burger King Dips Its Toe Into the Circular Economy
Burger King is wading into the circular economy with its announcement the fast food chain will offer reusable packaging, starting next year.
October 27, 2020
Community Development
Why Businesses Should Go Out of Their Way to Hire Refugees
The sharp decrease in the acceptance of refugees in the U.S. implies that immigrants don’t benefit the country - a claim that is far from the truth.
October 23, 2020
Sustainable Living
Ikea Takes a Step Toward Circularity with Buyback Program
Ikea will launch a buyback program next month, taking another step closer to circularity and its long-term sustainability goals.
October 19, 2020
Energy
Efforts to Plant Trees After the Wildfires Must Include Corporations
There are tangible steps toward restoration after this year's devastating wildfires - including the financial support and other assistance from businesses.
October 9, 2020
Energy
Banning Gas-Fueled Cars by 2035, California Opens Door for Electric Vehicles
California is the perfect testbed for electric vehicles, claiming half of the United States’ sales for 2018. Now the state seeks an all-EV future by 2035.
September 29, 2020
Sustainable Living
How Every Shopper Can Support Honey Bees During National Honey Month
Together with Kashi, Justin’s and Frönen, the National Honey Board is calling on shoppers to purchase select made-with-honey products to support research into honey bee health.
September 18, 2020
Corporate Responsibility
Rock Climbing has an Opportunity to Become More Inclusive — and More Resilient
A big concern for the rock climbing industry during this pandemic is longevity, but more inclusive efforts can strengthen this sport for the long run.
September 11, 2020
Energy
New Arctic Drilling May Now Be Possible, But It’s Still Bad for Business
The feds have green lighted ANWR drilling in the largest U.S. wildlife refuge, but that doesn't mean rushing to Alaska is the smartest business move.
August 24, 2020
Sustainable Living
Ocean Plastic Bike Grips: Another Step Toward a Circular Economy
Taking a step closer to the circular economy, Trek released a handlebar grip made of plastics that otherwise would have ended up in the globe's oceans.
August 17, 2020
Sustainable Living
Can the 15-Minute City Inspire Renewal for Businesses and Communities Alike?
In a 15-minute city, residents would be able to take a short walk or bike ride to school, work, shops and services - avoiding more risks linked to COVID-19.
August 11, 2020
Community Development
Essential Workers Went on Strike for Black Lives. Is Corporate America Listening?
Tens of thousands of essential workers across the U.S. took to the streets for the Strike for Black Lives, demanding justice for frontline employees.
July 23, 2020
Finance
The Post-COVID Economy Needs Female Entrepreneurs
The question that looms large now is how we can build a strong, resilient post-COVID economy; prior history tells female entrepreneurs can hold the key.
July 13, 2020
Energy
Marine Monuments Don't Hurt, But Help, the Fishing Industry, Scientists Say
Opening federally protected marine monuments to the fishing industry actually hurts fishermen in the long run, according to leading marine scientists.
July 10, 2020
Energy
How Businesses Can Help Protect Pollinators on Their Own Grounds
Any time is a good time for businesses to evaluate how they can protect the habitats of pollinators, including launching public-private partnerships.
June 26, 2020
Energy
Deforestation is Increasing During the Pandemic: What Can Business Do to Turn the Tide?
World Rainforest Day is a sober reminder about the consequences of deforestation, which is actually increasing during the global pandemic.
June 22, 2020
Energy
Want to Reduce Ocean Plastic Pollution? Reduce All Pollution
If society will cultivate clean and healthy oceans, then we need a more holistic approach toward the global ocean plastic pollution problem.
June 8, 2020
Brands Taking Stands
Big Business Has An Opportunity to Respond to Looting With Humanity
Jide Zeitlin, CEO of Tapestry, recently expressed compassion and perspective in the face of looting that occurred at its stores during the Black Lives Matter protests.
June 8, 2020
Community Development
The Winding Roadmap for Reopening Offices and Putting Workers First
Once reopening offices becomes the norm, goals to protect one another will likely have lasting effects on how Americans interact in the office.
June 4, 2020
Energy
Renewables Can Benefit from Smart Spending on Infrastructure
Renewables continue to generate more electricity across the U.S., but confusion in energy policies and funding programs often get in the way of progress.
May 21, 2020
Community Development
Worker Safety Is Central to the Economic Case for Keeping Public Transportation Running
Public transportation systems have seen huge declines in ridership during coronavirus-related shutdowns. Here's why cities should do whatever they can to keep them running.
May 11, 2020