INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
2 new studies examine the potential of edible insects and mycelium to boost both
human and planetary health, and the barriers and systemic issues that must be
overcome to realize that potential.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
'Global Risks Report 2024' calls for greater cooperation between the public and private sectors to focus global cooperation on rapidly building guardrails for the most disruptive emerging risks.
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS -
'The Road to Circularity' takes a frank look at the problems facing the fashion industry and
the mindset shifts required to pioneer circular solutions for the future.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
Through a partnership with Regrow Ag, precision-agriculture business Netafim is
helping rice farmers worldwide to seamlessly adopt climate-smart farming
practices.
ORGANIZATIONAL GOVERNANCE -
While achieving these goals may not be easy, these practices help break down
lofty goals and create coordinated, meaningful change.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
As sustainability and branding become more intermingled for forward-thinking
brands, being able to turn unattractive solar arrays into marketing assets
exemplifies resource efficiency.
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS -
Ad-tech platform Good-Loop is helping advertisers connect with the public and
overcome people’s desire to block ads by combining consumer engagement with
charitable brand donations.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
As we work to find common ground in addressing climate change, changemakers really need to examine what could
happen if money and power weren’t a factor.
MATERIALS & PACKAGING -
Shaw’s Kellie Ballew spoke with Stacy Smedley, executive director of Building
Transparency, about the organization’s role in decarbonizing the construction
industry.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
Many companies have embarked on their sustainability journey. In 2024, the
challenge will be to prioritize the innovations that add the most impact.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
Sorghum and millets are versatile, fast-growing cereal crops able to produce
reliable yields and high-quality nutrition amid variable climates and with low
environmental impact.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
The platform connects shoppers with near-expiration food coming directly from
grocery shelves at a significant discount.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
Addressing the fate of returned items — and the larger issue of 'wrap, return,
repeat' consumer culture — requires adoption of smart technologies to offset
losses and improve retail’s environmental impact during the holiday season and
beyond.
ORGANIZATIONAL GOVERNANCE -
People everywhere are feeling the effects of climate change and want to be part of the solution. Business leaders who engage their employees in sustainability initiatives will help them feel more connected and create new opportunities to shape the future.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
Leveraging the potential of anaerobic digestion and utilizing digestate as a renewable soil amendment offers significant opportunities for sustainable and regenerative agriculture.
COLLABORATION & CO-CREATION -
Examples such as the Net-Zero Basque Industrial Super Cluster show how targeted, collaborative sustainability efforts can set new standards for environmental responsibility in manufacturing — leading the way in industrial innovation and global competition.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
While ReSource: Plastic members are demonstrating that plastic reporting is possible, voluntary corporate action is not sufficient to address the scale and urgency of the plastic waste crisis.
ORGANIZATIONAL GOVERNANCE -
Companies that challenge the idea of business-as-usual can set the pace of innovation for their peers despite the risk of failure. And you might just unlock a new way of doing business and see ripple effects for years to come.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
While tourism has returned to pre-pandemic levels and the industry re-embraces physical travel, virtual travel operators see a different future on the horizon.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
Through Citizen Verizon, we have the opportunity and obligation to leverage our
technology to drive positive societal impact across key areas: Digital Inclusion, Climate Protection and Human Prosperity.