Shouldn't We Treat Farmers More Like Ministers?

Is there another profession in our society that is, or perhaps should be, treated with the same respect and appreciation that we usually afford our religious ministers? I say yes, and it is another ancient profession: the farmer.

Trust and Transparency: Building Better Business and Policy Worldwide

“Delivering a better future is not just an option, it’s a necessity. There is no Plan B,” urged Lise Kingo, Executive Director, UN Global Compact, as she opened the fourth and final plenary of the 5th GRI Global Conference. Lise Kingo’s speech set the stage for a lively debate on the importance of trust and transparency for building better businesses, stronger economies and a more sustainable world.

Take a Dive Into the GRI Conference Marketplace!

The 5th GRI Conference opens its doors tomorrow, in eager anticipation of the 1,150 registrants looking to sharpen their knowledge on the cutting-edge tools and techniques that will carry us forward into the new era of digital, responsive and interactive corporate disclosure.

Decent Work (SDG 8) is Good for Business: Learn from the Leaders, Collaborate with a Partner

This week, Global Sourcing Council's 17 Weeks for 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) explores SDG 8 with examples of corporate action for inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all.

Climbing the Mountain of Food Waste

For the past five weeks, I’ve been pointing out the scary side of food waste. But guess what folks? We can do this!

It’s Full Speed Ahead for the Biomimicry Global Design Challenge Accelerator Teams

Last October, eight teams from around the world were chosen to be part of the first-ever biomimicry food systems accelerator.

Food Waste: The Harvest is Just the Beginning

We waste one-third of our food. That is, quite simply, a failing grade.

NAEM Fields Comprehensive Survey of EHS and Sustainability Organizations

Today NAEM initiated its latest benchmarking survey on how companies staff, structure and assign responsibilities to the environment, health and safety, and sustainability (EHS&S) function.

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