Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Corporate stories about Responsible Production & the Circular Economy across 3BL's network.

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Albertsons Companies Proves Supermarket Chains Can Practice Sustainability
Can a large supermarket chain really practice sustainability? One of the largest supermarket chains in the U.S. proves they can.

Albertsons Companies is one of the winners of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award. The EPA recognized the company, which operates stores in 35 states and the District of Columbia under 18 different banners, for its commitment to bringing awareness of the federal agency’s Safer Choice Program for sustainable products. The Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award recognizes businesses and organizations that advance the goal of the program to promote chemical safety.
What Does Domtar's Johnsonburg Mill Put in the Clarion River? How About 10,000 Trout
To be honest, Rick Zelehoski didn't think the plant manager would go for a fish nursery in an old filtration building. But why not ask?
Beverage, Glass and Recycling Industry Leaders Join Forces to Strengthen Glass Recycling
The Glass Packaging Institute (GPI), along with beverage leaders including Diageo and New Belgium Brewing, and the glass processing and recycling industry, have convened a dynamic group of organizations to make glass recycling work in the U.S. The nearly two dozen member organizations announced today they are joining forces to create the U.S. Glass Recycling Coalition.
AIAG Conflict Minerals Industry Briefing V
In addition to existing US legislation and customer requirements, legislation in Europe and China is pending. At the 2016 AIAG Conflict Minerals Industry Briefing V, you will gain insights from thought leaders, OEMs and suppliers that will a­ffect your company in the year ahead. This three-hour event will provide you an update on industry strategies and best practices, IPSA Audits and Smelter Engagement Activities.
EU Commission on Cosmetics Approves Two Previously Restricted Substances For Use
This past October, the European Commission on Cosmetics voted to approve the use of two previously restricted substances in products. Starting May 21st, the use of these compounds will be available for use in cosmetics products. This addition will have a tangible impact on the chemical management of many companies looking to, or already doing business in Europe.
“Tin Mountain” Stirs Up Conflict Minerals Conversations in the Congo
The Democratic Republic of Congo has faced extreme complications and exploitation via conflict minerals within the last decade. A new tin mine has been discovered by mining company Alphamin. Will things be different for mineral mining in the Congo this time around?
The Women Behind the Clothes: Impact Stories from HERproject Indonesia
A new video and photo essay share the stories of how the women and peer educators at one of ANN INC.'s suppliers have benefited from BSR's HERproject.
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Building Collaborative Networks to Do Sustainability Right
The climate goal will be translated into goals set by countries and, within those countries, goals set by governments and corporations in what needs be the ultimate call for collaboration. But are we ready?
MGMThink – Q+A with Bill Hornbuckle, President of MGM Resorts International
The first week of May is National Travel and Tourism Week - America’s annual salute to travel and tourism.

We are pleased to welcome Q+A guest Bill Hornbuckle, President of MGM Resorts International. Bill has worked in hospitality and tourism for more than 40 years.
Accelerating an EV Future
Britta Gross, director of Advanced Vehicle Commercialization Policy at General Motors, spoke to a room of more than 500 sustainability professionals at the Ceres Conference in Boston about moving electric vehicles into the mainstream.