Category: CSR/ECO/ESG

Hot on the heels of its launch, supply chain advisory firm trace has made its first hire, with Emma Woodberry joining from the firm from a Big Four player. Appointed head of the firm’s sustainability offering, Woodberry brings over a dozen years of experience in supply chain and logistics to the firm. “If you’re looking […]

Even if one has never studied the Dharma, mindful work in the sustainability sector over the last decade or three carries many powerful teachings of Buddhism. Among these teachings are the impermanence of our world—in both natural and economic systems—and the interdependency of all phenomenon, from ocean algae to the internal combustion engine. Indeed (and […]

Saudi Arabia can become a solar energy “superpower” that drives a global sustainability revolution and accelerates the world’s renewable energy transition, tourism leaders heard today. Jeffrey Sachs, Director of the Center for Sustainable Development at Columbia University, highlighted the region’s potential to lead a concerted push toward net-zero emissions during the 22nd World Tourism and […]

During greenloop 2022, a unique conference focused on sustainability in the attractions industry, we heard from some of the biggest players in the industry. From Liseberg, one of the most visited amusement parks in Scandinavia, we heard from Maria Gimbro, purchasing and procurement specialist, who spoke about the opportunities and challenges of responsible purchasing and […]

One of Australia’s oldest eco-friendly retailers has collapsed into administration, but Ecolateral CEO Jamie Stott is hopeful its flagship store could be revitalised under new ownership. Taking to social media on Wednesday, Stott confirmed the decision to put Ecolateral into voluntary administration on Monday after an “incredibly challenging 12-month period” for the retailer. Around a […]

A new study shows that the leading U.S. state in eco-certified hotels is…Maryland! According to a study by Family Destinations Guide, Maryland is the only state with more than 10% of its hotels certified green. Of course, this doesn’t necessarily mean that Maryland hotels have greener practices than other states. It indicates that hoteliers in […]

For numerous people, the joyful season is a time to eat, party, and be delighted. Families travel to reunite, veritable dinners are planned, and all gifts are exchanged. But what is the environmental effect of Christmas? And how can you make vacations more sustainable? And if you’re truly concerned about mother earth, it can add […]

Posted on December 21, 2022 by Allen Brown Because of the adverse consequences of global warming, countless people are gradually advocating for an eco-friendly lifestyle. This practice should begin right from the place where you spend the most time: your home. The good news is that there are many ways to decrease environmental impacts through […]

Commentary In the third of his four part review of Terrence Keeley’s Sustainable, Rupert Darwall writes that ESG rests on a vision of the free-market economy that says capitalism needs to be led by people with the right values, which raises the question: Whose values? This makes ESG inherently divisive, explaining the pushback ESG is […]

This article was co-authored by Katherine Kennedy, an Associate at Metis Strategy. For years, ESG has been little more than a sub-bullet or appendix slide in most CIOs’ strategy decks. But changing consumer sensibilities and heightened investor scrutiny have swept ESG, and technology’s role in it, to the top of the agenda. Corporate strategies hinge […]