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The $555 billion focused on cutting carbon emissions includes tax credits for businesses and consumers, but omits a key plan targeting the U.S. power sector. (Washington Post) – The White...
Friday’s decision is a “huge deal—and a big surprise,” says a former agency official. (Huffington post) – The Supreme Court agreed Friday to hear a set of cases challenging the Environmental...
(Fast Company) – If you saw Will Ferrell taunt Norway in GM’s Super Bowl ad for electric vehicles, you already know that the Scandinavian country sells far more EVs per capita than...
(Spectrum News 1) – By the end of this decade, North Carolina will cut carbon emissions by 70% — at least that’s the mandate in the new clean energy bill...
However, the country’s ground-breaking energy initiatives now face a new challenge — a new governing party with more conservative views. (Earth Island Journal) – Until 2007, Uruguay was strapped for...
Replacing petroleum-based aviation fuel with sustainable aviation fuel derived from a type of mustard plant can reduce carbon emissions by up to 68%, according to new research from University of...
(CNBC) – World leaders are gathering in Glasgow, U.K., for the highly anticipated COP26 climate summit. Delegates are being asked to accelerate action on climate change and commit to more...
Moët Hennessy is committed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% in absolute value by 2030 (compared to 2019 figures) by focusing on four core areas. (Decanter) – Moët...
Earlier this month, the Wall Street Journal reported on array of thorny issues and controversies surrounding social media giant Facebook (FB), and there was the widely followed whistleblower testimony before Congress. (ETF...
(Environment & Energy Leader) – On Wednesday, sustainable investment organization Builders Private Capital launched a $300 million clean energy investment platform. Builders Private Capital is the direct investment arm of...
Ahead of COP26, Apple launches 10 new initiatives to support communities around the world Apple announced it has more than doubled the number of suppliers committed to using 100 percent...
ESG Disclosure guidelines are published to help issuers report on ESG across their operations Launching the disclosure guidelines demonstrates recognition of the increasing importance of ESG and marks a significant...
SEC disclosure rule proposal expected by early next year (Roll Call) – Lobbyists have ramped up advocacy on environmental, social and governance issues nine months into the Biden administration, as...
AN EXCLUSIVE LOOK AT BEHIND THE SCENES WITH THE BRITISH ACTOR. (Essence) – H&M is encouraging ethical fashion and environmental awareness with their latest collection, Edition By John Boyega. The Golden Globe winner...
(Apparel News) – Fashion retailer REVOLVE has partnered with Recover, a leading producer in recycled cotton fiber, to launch a new sustainable denim collection with REVOLVE-owned brand Lovers and Friends....
Fashion-savvy consumers are becoming increasingly environmentally conscious, forcing Australian brands to produce clothes with a lighter environmental footprint. Key points: Environmentally conscious consumers are driving fashion brands to focus more...
Building on four basic pillars (i.e., ethical fashion, fair-trade, organic, recycled), sustainable fashion strives toward creating new values, integrating ecological ethics and providing green wealth for society and the economy...
Amid an ever-inclining environmental footprint, brands are coming up with new ways to take the reigns of the fashion industry: and now Oatly has joined the pack (Plant Based News)...
(Saporta Report) – Thanks to targeted social media ads and brand deals with your favorite celebrities, it can be tempting to buy a new outfit or the latest pair of...
(Yahoo Finance) – JetBlue’s 2020 Social Impact Report outlines the JetBlue For Good pillars – community, youth and education and the environment and highlights how the airline supported its communities and crew-members...
AIMCo Realty Investors LP (“AIMCo Realty”) announce its Green Financing Framework (the “Framework”) in support of its commitment to environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) and sustainability principles. “The Green Financing...
(UK Today News) – Heavyweight investors are placing greater emphasis on environmental, social and governance factors than they were 12 months ago — a sign that pension funds and other...
(Penn State Vancie Peacock grew up in Memphis, Tennessee, but always dreamed of being on a farm. When she was 4 years old, she said, she became a vegetarian because...
Ahead of COP26 and more environmental protests, the global food system must build a more sustainable supply chain, says plant-based food company TiNDLE (Sustainability Magazine) – Dele Alli, a professional...
IBM collaborates with Boston Dynamics, Cisco, Palo Alto Networks and Turnium Technology Group to help equip businesses in next phase of digital transformation IBM AI-powered automation software, including IBM Cloud...
Study determines Puradigm COOL Air and Surface Purification technology inactivates L. monocytogenes, E.coli, and A. niger by 99% in ice machines Puradigm a leading manufacturer of proactive air and surface purification...
Recognized as One of ‘Best ESG Companies of 2021’ (PRNewswire)-Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), a leading global designer, manufacturer and marketer of products in the outdoor sports and recreation markets, today...
(CNBC) – Facebook has been aware of real-world harms propagated by its platforms and ignored warnings from employees about those dangers, according to the Facebook Papers, a series of articles published...
Building on the QQQ Innovation Suite’s year of success, Invesco and Nasdaq introduce more choices for investors looking to personalize their access to Nasdaq-listed companies PRNewswire/ — Invesco Ltd. (NYSE: IVZ), a...
79% of investors remained focused on sustainable investing during the COVID-19 pandemic 99% of Millennials were interested in sustainable investing, an all-time high (BUSINESS WIRE)–Four in five U.S. individual investors...
Qatar’s commitment to sustainable development has been reflected through various initiatives in recent years. (DOHA News) – Around one million trees will be planted just in time for the country’s much-awaited 2022...
(UN News) – The “clock is ticking on our 2030 timeline” to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Change Agreement, the head of the UN Department of Economic and...
(PRNewswire)- 4ocean, a purpose-driven B Corp with a mission to end the ocean plastic crisis, is pleased to announce a partnership with U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand for the United States...
(Chamber Business News) – The Phoenix Suns have formalized a partnership with Footprint, a locally based materials science company dedicated to sustainable technology. The partnership with Footprint will help transform...
(Yahoo Finance) – While eco-savvy consumers have good intentions towards safeguarding the planet, sometimes standards slip – in the same way a packet of crisps might ‘accidentally’ slip into your...
A host of major Australian corporates have converted their borrowing facilities into sustainability linked loans (SLLs) in the past six months in a sign of exponential growth in green financing....
(Pet Product News) – Mid America Pet Food (MAPF) has appointed David Yaskulka to lead sustainability efforts as senior vice president, corporate social responsibility. He will report to Greg Cyr,...
(Vidette Online) – The Pumpkin Composting Event is being held from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Nov. 1 and Nov. 2 at the green parking lot at the Illinois...
Alphabet has refreshed its branding with a redesigned logo and corporate identity, to reflect the new strategic focus of the company. It has outlined a strengthened commitment to sustainability and...
(PRNewswire) — Boxed Water Is Better® – the most renewable packaged water in the water aisle – is thrilled to announce that Boxed Water™ has been selected as the winner in the Good...
(AXIOS) – For breweries, it’s not enough to make good beer. It needs to be sustainably made, too. Driving the news: The movement is apparent in Colorado, where big and small brewers...
(PRNewswire) – NexGen Energy Ltd. (“NexGen” or the “Company”) (TSX: NXE) (NYSE: NXE) (ASX: NXG) is pleased to announce the release of its inaugural Sustainability Report, available online on the Company’s website nexgenenergy.ca in...
Car rental company, Hertz, placed an order for 100,000 Tesla Model 3 after emerging from bankruptcy protection in a bid to become the largest electric vehicle rental company in North...
(Environment+Energy Leader) – In its 25th edition, the 2021 GlobeScan/SustainAbility Leaders Survey highlights the significance and urgency of sustainable development issues, and ranks the corporate sustainability leaders. The 2021 survey...
(Environment+Energy Leader) – In another sign of the increasing importance of supply chain sustainability, IKEA has launched a new supplier program that will allow its 1,600 suppliers to consume 100% renewable electricity...
(Yahoo News) – A new poll and analysis finds “surprising evidence” of bipartisan support for corporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts, including climate initiatives. Why it matters: Penn State business professor...
(Investors Business Daily) – For investors focused on environmental, social and governance issues, software giant Microsoft(MSFT) should be on their radar screens. Microsoft stock has performed well as the company devotes...
(Yahoo Finance) – Corporate directors are increasingly paying attention to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics, though some acknowledge that more needs to be done when it comes to diversity and inclusion. According...
(CNBC) – Financial bubbles will form as investors scramble to make deals in the sustainability space, according to Tim Adams, the president and CEO of the Institute of International Finance....
(Yahoo Finance) – Having caved to West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin’s demand that they strip the forthcoming federal budget of the Clean Electricity Performance Program (CEPP), its biggest provision to...
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