The European Green Deal’s Farm to Fork Strategy: Transforming Food Systems for a Sustainable Future
In pursuit of a fair, healthy, and environmentally friendly food system, the European Commission’s Farm to Fork Strategy is leading the charge as one of the key components of the ambitious European Green Deal. With a comprehensive approach to addressing the challenges faced by the food industry, this strategy aims to revolutionize the way we […]
Takeaways from IPE Focus on Biodiversity 2023
Rapid movement toward nature-related corporate reporting Laura Pillari 20 years ago, the first 245 companies made climate change disclosures through the Carbon Disclosure Project.Last year, over 18,000 companies worth over half of global market capitalization participated. In the case of nature-related impact reporting, companies will not have the luxury of two whole decades to prepare. Industry, […]
Green claims directive
The European Union (EU) has taken a significant step towards promoting transparency and accuracy in environmental claims with the recent proposal for the Green Claims Directive. This directive aims to establish a unified regulation for making green claims across the EU’s single market, preventing the current situation where over half of environmental claims are vague, […]
The Economic Benefits of Corporate Sustainability
March 29, 2023 In recent years, sustainability has become a key focus for many companies looking to build a better future for themselves, their customers, and the planet. And the good news is that recent history shows us that companies that embrace sustainability can benefit in a multitude of ways. For example, take the story […]
Understanding the Impacts of France’s Anti-Waste Law on the Fashion and Textile Industry: Obligations and Opportunities
The world is waking up to the reality of our planet’s limited resources and the need for more sustainable practices. As a result, governments are passing laws that promote a circular economy, where waste is minimized, and resources are reused. One such law is the AGEC law adopted by the French government in 2020, also […]
How to reduce the carbon footprint of consumer goods
March 9, 2023 In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on ethical and sustainable practices in the business world. With the increase in availability of supply chain data and stricter ESG regulations, companies are under pressure to prioritize transparency and sustainability in their production processes. But what is the most efficient way to […]
In the War on Climate Change, Many Companies Are Picking the Wrong Battles
By Austin Simms, CEO and co-founder, Dayrize Many environmental champions also see sustainable packaging as a concrete measure to reduce CO2 or tackle environmental concerns, such as water depletion, due to the large consumption of water by various industries. Brands will often highlight their transition towards more eco-friendly packaging as one of their major initiatives to […]
Three Ways Technology Can Prevent Greenwashing and Promote Sustainability
Austin Simms, CEO and co-founder, Dayrize Greenwashing is everywhere. “Greenwashing” is when companies spend time and money to “look” environmentally responsible but don’t practice true sustainability. Being accused of greenwashing can have serious consequences for a brand’s reputation. There’s a good reason greenwashing happens: businesses are under enormous pressure from consumers, shareholders and governments to […]
Why Sustainable Supply Chain Matters and How to Achieve it
February 15, 2023 In light of the new regulations for sustainable supply chain, businesses need to ensure that they take into account the environmental, social, and economic impacts of their entire supply chain process. But what is a sustainable supply chain, and why is it important? A sustainable supply chain is a business model that […]
Environmental Impact Assessment: The Key to Sustainable Business Practices
Linkedin Youtube February 2023 In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, companies and brands are under increasing pressure to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and environmental protection. One critical tool for achieving these goals is Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). Here are five key benefits of EIA for companies and brands: Compliance with Regulations Companies that undertake […]
