The world has a packaging problem — a new tool gives companies the ability to fix it

The Understanding Packaging Scorecard is a first-of-its kind tool that measures commonly used foodware and food packaging materials with a single yardstick. Read More

Why repair is the first step to tackling smartphone e-waste

As smartphone sales have skyrocketed, so has the device’s contribution to waste streams and carbon emissions. Read More

4 circular economy lessons from Bangkok

Changemakers in Bangkok have learned first-hand what early conversations with leaders in business and policy need to drive circular change. Read More

The upsides and downsides of Maine's new EPR law

The governor of Maine recently signed an extended producer responsibility program into law. But there are still plenty of issues to hash out. Read More

Powering sustainability and circularity with connected products

Sponsored: Companies can champion sustainability by establishing direct communication channels with customers through their products via digital IDs. Read More

Amazon aims to help SMBs keep returns out of landfills

Small businesses selling on Amazon are getting new options for managing unwanted merchandise. Read More

The FAQs of EPR

Maine just passed the first extended producer responsibility law in the United States, and after years of debate more states appear prepared to follow. Here's what that means for corporations and other stakeholders. Read More

The city as a living organism is circular by nature

Urban metabolism is an approach that requires regarding cities as living organisms. There are practical reasons to adopt such a model, including the ability to derive a thorough understanding of an urban system’s dynamics and their redefinition in a circular and sustainable way. Read More

Is it sustainable to expect same-day delivery?

Sponsored: When it comes to shipping, consumers have been conditioned to think faster equals better but fast delivery is rarely the best choice for the planet. A growing number of e-commerce companies are working to combat that trend. Read More