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Carbon footprint from food waste bigger than most countries'
The world throws away 1.3 billion pounds of food every year. That's more greenhouse gas emissions than all but two of the world's nations. Read More
Understanding consumers’ four zones of responsibility
Consumers think about sustainable companies and their products through multiple lenses. Do you? Read More
Millennials may not be as green as you think
This myth-busting analysis of millennial attitudes and behaviors may shock you. Smart marketers should take heed. Read More
Walmart seeks to clear toxics from its shelves
The retail giant is targeting about 10 chemicals to replace with safer alternatives, and is also working toward sustainable beef supplies. Read More
The lean startup movement: Lessons from Coca-Cola and Burt's Bees
Can startups go lean and green, too? Companies such as Burt's Bees, Azuri and Jurlique show the potential and enormous competitive advantage. Read More
Materiality assessments: The missing link for sustainability strategy
Deciding what to report and how is one of the toughest jobs of a CSR pro. Here's how one tool can help. Read More
What you need to know about California's new consumer products law
The clock is ticking on a law that requires companies to detail the chemicals in the products they sell. Are you prepared? Read More
Who are the leaders in natural capital?
When it comes to "natural capital" in business, there's been no clear picture of who's leading the way. We’re about to find out. Read More
With BMW's i3, the carmaker shifts the EV market with composites
BMW's aggressive shift to lightweighting for its new electric i3 has led to a four-passenger car that can drive 100 miles on a single charge. Read More
New Jersey becomes latest state to invest in microgrids
The state believes microgrids will provide protection and resilience for a transit system heavily affected during Superstorm Sandy. Read More