Supply Chain
Now is the time for a materials revolution
Sponsored: Eastman’s chief commercial officer, Brad Lich, discusses their innovative chemical recycling technologies to support a more circular economy right now. Read More
New sustainability standards established for man-made cellulosic fibers
Man-made cellulosic fibers, the second biggest cellulosic fiber group after cotton, holds huge untapped potential to transform the fashion industry, according to Forum for the Future and the Textile Exchange. Read More
Timberland invests in regenerative leather ranches
The company plans to launch a product line using leather sourced from operations that use practices to improve soil health, biodiversity and natural ecosystems. Read More
The long, toxic tail of the Gold Rush
Form California to Peru, the history of toxic pollution from mining repeats itself. Read More
Unilever unveils climate and nature fund worth more than $1 billion
The new 2039 target builds on existing goals to reach carbon neutrality across its operations and halve its value chain emissions by the end of the decade. Read More
Interest in green chemistry is bubbling up, but progress slow to come
Organization and consumer demand for products that don’t harm people or pollute the environment are moving forward-thinking brands toward safer ingredients. Read More
Looking Up: Vertical farms fill produce supply chain lag during pandemic
Vertical farms, with their hyperlocality and ability to quickly grow new crops, can step in to fill retail shelves when traditional farms falter. Read More
Building the digital infrastructure for a circular economy
Eon, an IoT platform, is working with the fashion companies and retailers to minimize waste and build the infrastructure for circular business models. Read More
Cobalt is critical for a renewable energy transition. How can we minimize its social and environmental cost?
Demand for cobalt is expected to soar in coming years as electric vehicles take to roads everywhere. Read More
The COVID-19 recovery requires a resilient circular economy
As governments step up to address the most pressing issues, they must set a clear direction that enables private sector circular innovation. Read More
