GRI believes that better business decisions can be made by leveraging sustainability reporting information. With four new strategic priorities to enable transparency, informed decision making and trust, GRI takes its next big leap forward as a leader in sustainability reporting. Continue reading
Recently, I had the opportunity to accompany the sustainability team from Asia Pulp and Paper (APP) on a tour of their offices, research and development center, and pulp and paper plants in Jakarta, Indonesia and Jambi, Sumatra. One of the most impassioned parts of the trip was getting the chance to see philanthropy and community care in action through APP’s support of the Floating Doctors program in a remote village upstream of the plant. Continue reading
Human rights regulations and transparency requirements continue to be an emerging regulatory trend worldwide. Legal advice is needed to identify areas of responsible sourcing and to build risk mitigation strategies. Continue reading
Preventing costly stop shipments, fines, and fees is manageable if the supporting documentation, declarations, and due diligence programs are in place. Design for Compliance programs help companies manage product regulatory requirements early on in the design phase, minimizing costly rework and enforcement penalties. Continue reading
At Eastman Chemical, sustainability drives the innovation of new products, processes and technologies. By watching trends in consumer behavior, emerging markets, and technologies, Eastman has created new product lines that meet the growing customer demand for sustainable alternatives. Continue reading