May 1 - 7 2016 was #InternationalCompostAwarenessWeek. DYK? 95% of the food we throw away ends up in landfills or combustion facilities and could be composted instead (EPA). Our Pacific Region Compost facility is one of the largest in the northwestern United States.
The rules of vehicle use and ownership are changing rapidly, according to GM's latest Sustainability Report (gmsustainability.com) released Tuesday. Connectivity, car-sharing, alternative propulsion and autonomous vehicles are key elements toward a future of safer, cleaner and more efficient mobility options for customers.
Long committed to making products out of the best, most responsible materials, outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland is raising the bar to reduce the environmental impact of all of its products – across footwear, apparel and accessories, by implementing new environmental product standards and setting robust five-year goals to achieve by 2020. Whether it’s a beautifully crafted pair of boots or a leather jacket, Timberland knows consumers want to look good and feel good about what they’re wearing. Building on the legacy of its Earthkeepers® collection, Timberland is increasing its use of eco-conscious materials by setting environmental targets for every product beginning with the spring and summer 2016 collections, available in stores and online now.
Can a large supermarket chain really practice sustainability? One of the largest supermarket chains in the U.S. proves they can.
Albertsons Companies is one of the winners of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award. The EPA recognized the company, which operates stores in 35 states and the District of Columbia under 18 different banners, for its commitment to bringing awareness of the federal agency’s Safer Choice Program for sustainable products. The Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award recognizes businesses and organizations that advance the goal of the program to promote chemical safety.
A child’s imagination is an incredible renewable resource. Give them a problem to solve and they will come up with a hundred and one different solutions.
Antea Group consultant Francisco Cordero presented at the 2016 ILTA conference on strategic sustainability, including challenges and opportunities, and practical tactics to build your business case and measure your results.
The Glass Packaging Institute (GPI), along with beverage leaders including Diageo and New Belgium Brewing, and the glass processing and recycling industry, have convened a dynamic group of organizations to make glass recycling work in the U.S. The nearly two dozen member organizations announced today they are joining forces to create the U.S. Glass Recycling Coalition.
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