Costco, Whole Foods fight slavery in food production

To fight slavery within supply chains, companies of all sizes have to do their part by finding ways to engage with suppliers with the help of advocates.

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The myth of the apolitical CEO

Is the current surge of political activism on the part of U.S. CEOs a repackaging of business-as-usual advocacy or acts of moral rectitude?

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Most investors plan to cash in on climate action

HSBC finds that two-thirds of investors plan on climate mitigation, but many are frustrated over “highly inadequate” information from companies.

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7 Ways to Have an Eco-Friendly Labor Day Weekend

As we say goodbye to summer, it’s time for one last hurrah before fall sets in. Holidays are often times for excess, but if you want to make more responsible choices and do your part to improve sustainability, it’s entirely possible to have a…

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The Paris gap: How private action can fill the void on emissions

Even if all the remaining participating nations do their part to uphold the Paris Agreement, governments alone can’t substantially reduce the risk of catastrophic climate change.

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Setting corporate carbon goals and meaning it

Every day, it feels as if the companies willing to step up and do their part to fight global warming are more numerous, while the diminishing number seeking to block progress slink further into the shadows. Yet the “Recalcitrants,” as I call them, continue to impede progress at a time when the drumbeat of climate catastrophe grows ever louder — the hottest year on record by far; consider a deluge in Louisiana triggering flooding of biblical proportions.

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Giant green roof to top MVRDV’s redesign of Lyon’s iconic Part-Dieu mall

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RECYCLE 101: A Dozen Home Hacks To Reduce Your Expenses & Save The Planet

The importance of doing your part to reduce waste is a no-brainer. But, you may be overwhelmed, or need some help getting started. These 12 home hacks will have you biking – and laughing – all the way to the bank. Use microfiber towels, not paper…

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Which countries are doing their part to stop Colony Collapse Disorder

Pollinators are the lifeblood of ecosystems everywhere. They help plants reproduce, increase biodiversity, facilitate the dispersal of species into new regions, maintain genetic diversity within plant populations, increase fruit yields, and support flora and fauna at every level of the food chain. But for the past 10 years, bee  keepers have been finding their hives suddenly and inexplicably abandoned. In the years since, the phenomenon often called Colony Collapse Disorder has been reported in Egypt, China, Europe, USA, Japan and the Middle East. This handy map reveals which countries are doing their part to stop the collapse and which have a long way to go. Read the rest of Which countries are doing their part to stop Colony Collapse Disorder

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Zero Landfill Status? Yeah, These Brands Have It

Americans throw away 200 million tons of garbage annually, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. However, recycling programs have encouraged U.S. citizens to do their part to reduce waste. In fact, in 2009, there were more than 9,000…

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