Determining how to collect compliance and sustainability data from suppliers has been an on-going challenge for brands and retailers for many years. With an ever-changing business environment and an expanding list of global regulations, companies face pressure on numerous fronts. Data collection tools that are cost-effective and efficient can help minimize risk and confusion. Continue reading
Recycling, sustainable living, and community are values that many people share today. Keeping up with the latest trends and innovations and connecting with a community of likeminded individuals is often a challenge. Earth911 wants to solve that problem. Continue reading
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Human rights regulations and transparency requirements continue to be an emerging trend worldwide. Many companies are seeking legal advice in order to identify reporting requirements and to build risk mitigation strategies. Continue reading
Building brand equity is critical to increasing revenue and staying profitable in competitive environments. Many companies are focusing on product transparency and leveraging innovative tools like life cycle assessments (LCA). A fine balance between insight and innovation is beginning to shift corporate practices. Continue reading
The use of natural capital accounting is quickly revealing the revenue risks associated with the usage of natural resources in global operations and supply chain. With impact valuations assigning monetary values, the issues of water and land scarcity, air pollution, waste, greenhouse gases (GHGs) and biodiversity are of great concern. Continue reading