Food or Inedible Part? Changing Norms in Waste Characterization Studies to Measure Food Waste

Mon, 02/05/2018 - 08:00

Belinda Li, project engineer in Tetra Tech’s Solid Waste Management Practice in Canada, discusses how waste characterization studies are evolving to collect better data on food waste. Belinda led a comprehensive food waste characterization study across three American cities for the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC). All opinions expressed in this post are the author’s own.

30 Leading Companies with a Combined Revenue of USD $1.3 Trillion Join Forces to Implement the Circular Economy

Tue, 01/23/2018 - 09:15

Today at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, over 30 leading companies across 16 sectors joined forces to implement the circular economy through WBCSD’s newest initiative, Factor10. Collectively responsible for USD $1.3 trillion in annual revenues, the companies in Factor10 represent a powerful business effort scale up momentum for circular economy solutions.

First Seriola Farms Certified to ASC Standard

Tue, 01/23/2018 - 09:00

The Standard, which establishes strict environmental and social requirements for farmed fish, is quickly gaining traction within the industry.

End-of-life Car Recycling in Brazil Creates Local Employment While Protecting Environment

Mon, 01/29/2018 - 08:15

We Must Change How We View ‘Community’ to Survive an Increasingly Urban World

Thu, 01/18/2018 - 11:55

We have a problem. The population of the world is growing. Almost all of that growth is occurring in urban centers around the world, and each city already draws on more resources and ecological services than the land that it manages can support - many times over.

Whirlpool’s Voglewede Pursues a Sustainable Customer Connection

Thu, 01/18/2018 - 11:30

Whirlpool Corporation aims to ensure customers are "proud" to purchase its products for performance as well as the company's commitment to sustainability in all aspects of its business. Director of Global Sustainability Ron Voglewede shares more on the company's sustainability strategy.

Building Peace in the Diamond Mining Areas of the Central African Republic

Mon, 01/22/2018 - 08:00

Dr. Mark Freudenberger, director of the Land Tenure and Property Rights sector for Tetra Tech International Development Services, examines how the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is strengthening the capacity of Central African Republic (CAR) government institutions to reduce long-standing tensions and conflicts in diamond mining areas such as Berberati. All opinions expressed in this post are the author’s own.

Industry Experts Talk Sustainability at London Fashion Week

Wed, 09/27/2017 - 17:00

“Lead with purpose and profits will follow.” This mantra from Helen Sahi, RBIS’ senior director of Sustainability, echoed last week during a panel discussion at London Fashion Week.

Consumers Energy Seeks Public Input in Developing Long-Term Energy Plan

Tue, 01/16/2018 - 09:15

Consumers Energy is taking input from the public as it develops a long-range plan that will help ensure Michigan continues to be powered by affordable, reliable and clean energy. Consumers Energy is developing an Integrated Resource Plan that will serve as a valuable guide for actions for the next 15 years.

Amid Changes in the Federal Regulatory Landscape, States Take the Lead

Thu, 01/04/2018 - 09:00

Capitalizing on sustained low natural gas prices, the United States has seen a fair amount of build-out of new pipeline infrastructure to reach new markets since last year’s Strategic Directions: Natural Gas Industry Report. Additionally, the changeover in administrations at the federal level is widely seen as favorable for continued industry growth. However, despite announced intentions to immediately accelerate energy infrastructure development, several bumps have been encountered right out of the gate.