Supply Chain
The ozone problem is back with a vengeance
The Montreal Protocol should have nixed the ozone-eating chemicals damaging the ozone layer over Antarctica. 30 years on, atmospheric chemists aren't so sure. Read More
Why trickle-down sustainability doesn't work
No one likes being told what to do, but individuals and organizations are more likely to help when they share common values. Read More
Valspar: How we engaged stakeholders to solve the BPA dilemma
This 'safety by design' approach took seven years and millions of dollars. Read More
Unilever, Nestle and other food giants team on blockchain
New consortium centers on food safety and builds on a Walmart project started last year in China. Read More
How the factory of the future saves energy
Thanks to data, sensors and software, it may be closer than you think. Read More
7 companies to watch in sustainable shipping
Delivery supply chains are inching toward electrification. Here are the leaders where EVs and old-school logistics converge. Read More
Chemical footprinting strides to become mainstream with Walmart
Big companies are breaking new ground by measuring and reporting their chemical footprints. What steps can your business take? Read More
British retailer Tesco to detoxify clothing
Fashion brands from H&M to Benetton to Levi Strauss have committed to Greenpeace's initiative to detoxify the industry. Read More
How Apple is moving its supply chain toward clean energy
So far, the tech giant has helped eight companies move toward solar and wind power. The latest commitment, by Jabil, represents the largest pledge yet. Read More
Why chemical engineers — not just economists — are key to a circular future
We need a better understanding of the circular economy, and chemical engineers might hold the answer. Read More