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Applications Open for Nature-Inspired Startups to Receive $100,000 Ray of Hope Prize

Environment

Applications now open for the 2022 Ray of Hope Prize®, organized by the Biomimicry Institute in partnership with the Ray C. Anderson Foundation. This $100,000 Prize is awarded annually to the top nature-inspired startup. Applications due 4/8/22.

Norwegian Supply Chain Transparency Act: What Norway's New Due Diligence Law Means for Your Business and How EcoVadis Can Help

Research, Reports & Publications

From July 1, 2022, the Norwegian Transparency Act will impose extensive new due diligence obligations on large companies selling products and services in Norway.

Skis, Skincare, and More: Making Better Products With Algae

Environment

Molecular biologist Scott Franklin has spent the last 25 years in awe of the secret properties of microalgae—what he calls “the mother of all higher plants.”

M·A·C Cosmetics Launches Back-to-M·A·C Recycling Program in Germany, Norway, Greece & Czech Republic

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

M·A·C Cosmetics’ has expanded its pioneer Back-to-M·A·C takeback program to Germany, Norway, Greece and the Czech Republic to further its commitment to reducing the environmental impact of its packaging.

Proud to Partner to Make the Internet Safer

Innovation & Technology

Happy Safer Internet Day 2022! It’s that time of the year again when we support the global effort to make the Internet a safer, more inclusive place.

Empowering Health and Social Workers in Diabetes Care

Diversity & Inclusion

"The number of African American women who are licensed clinical social workers is extremely low, and I hope to change that statistic by being a role model for others."

The Crop Protection Toolbox: How Farmers Protect Their Crops From Monster Weeds

Innovation & Technology

Whether you have a meticulous front lawn accented with shrubs and flowers — or a backyard garden filled with the promise of delicious tomatoes and peppers — dealing with weeds can feel like an impossible task.

How Duke Energy Finds New Life for Old Power Poles

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Russ Wilkenloh has spent more than a decade at Duke Energy finding ways to reduce the amount of wood waste that goes to the landfill.

SHI Teams With the Gadfly Project to Bring Novel Tool to Improve Drought Resilience in Agriculture

Environment

The Gadfly Project is proud to announce it has awarded a Q4 2021 in-kind climate grant to the Soil Health Institute to develop an application called the Drought Resilience Calculator.

Awards for Health and Safety in Latin America Demonstrate How Employees Live Kimberly-Clark's Values of Caring, Owning and Acting

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Two Kimberly-Clark manufacturing facilities in northern Latin America were recently recognized with occupational health and safety awards bestowed by governing agencies in their respective countries

Whirlpool Corporation Included in S&P Global's 2022 Sustainability Yearbook

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

At Whirlpool Corporation, sustainability is core to our company culture and continually influences how we make decisions, run our business operations, and innovate new products.

Raven Sponsors the Women in Science and Engineering Forum at the SD Mines Career Day

Education

Raven Industries, a leader in precision agriculture technology, traveled to Rapid City, South Dakota for the recent South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Career Day and Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE) forum.

Making Bags Better: Re-thinking Flexible Plastic Packaging

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

In this month’s episode, we are joined by Archana Jagannathan, Senior Director of Sustainable Packaging, PepsiCo Europe. PepsiCo Europe just announced their plans to eliminate virgin fossil-based plastic in all of their crisp and chip bags by 2030.

Black History Month and Mental Health

Diversity & Inclusion

Black History Month represents an opportunity to highlight the disparities within the Black community when it comes to mental health.

Kohler Co. Takes Center Stage With Sustainability and Safe Water for All

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

At this year's Design Construction Week Kohler Co. utilized its booth space to further highlight the ongoing issues surrounding access to safe water and the importance of getting involved in positive change, both on the individual & corporate level.

Nate Kimball to Lead Antea Group's Sustainability Practice

Environment

Antea Group is pleased to announce that Nate Kimball, Consultant based in New York, has been selected to lead the Sustainability practice area.

Unpacking the Multifaceted Climate Impact of ICT: Rebound and Other Effects

Innovation & Technology

How can we efficiently assess the impact – both positive and negative – of digital technologies on the climate?

Recognizing Black Achievement at SAIC

Diversity & Inclusion

This year's Black History Month theme is "Black Health and Wellness" and celebrating the rich history of Black scholars and medical practitioners, as well as the long-standing wellness practices that are unique to the Black community

Britons Would Rather Quit Booze Than Meat, Data Shows

Health & Healthcare

British people have admitted they would rather give up alcohol than meat for January according to research conducted by Gosh! the plant-based snack brand.

The Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) Releases The Decarbonization Playbook for Small and Medium Suppliers

Environment

In response to a world progressively seeking to move towards low carbon economies, the Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) has published The Decarbonization Playbook for Small and Medium Suppliers.

We Actually Have the Technology to Recycle Paper Coffee Cups, but Can It Scale?

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

For the sustainability-minded consumer, grabbing a coffee on the run can turn into a pain in the conscience.

Alan Horowitz Named Aramark's New Vice President Of Sustainability

Sustainable Development Goals

Aramark, a global provider of hospitality, facilities, and uniform services, today named Alan Horowitz Vice President of Sustainability, reporting to Ash Hanson, Aramark’s SVP and Chief Diversity & Sustainability Officer.

A 'triple-bottom-line Benefit' for Toronto Affordable Housing

Energy

The Toronto Community Housing Corporation, and Enbridge Gas are making big strides toward a net-zero future.

The Home Depot Foundation Continues 15-Year Partnership With Atlanta's Westside Future Fund for Year Round Investment in Black History

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Westside Future Fund is a nonprofit organization with a compassionate approach to neighborhood revitalization in Atlanta’s historic Westside community.

Weathering the Storm: Regions Next Step Provides Disaster Planning Resources for People and Businesses

Events, Media & Communications

In recognition of Severe Weather Awareness Weeks across the country, Regions Bank on Wednesday announced new planning resources available to help people and small-business owners prepare for natural disasters and disruptions.