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Criticism Over Coffee Cup Waste Leads to Starbucks Discount, Call to Go Biodegradable |... - 0 views

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Adriana Trujillo on 25 Mar 16

A successful campaign led by chef-turned-activist Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall drew attention to a big problem: In the UK, less than 6 million takeaway hot beverage cups are recycled each year, while 7 million are thrown out each day. The attention led to an increased discount for Starbucks customers who bring their own coffee cups, as well as a call from a British natural plastics manufacturer for an increased focus on bio-based and biodegradable materials.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A successful campaign led by chef-turned-activist Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall drew attention to a big problem: In the UK, less than 6 million takeaway hot beverage cups are recycled each year, while 7 million are thrown out each day. The attention led to an increased discount for Starbucks customers who bring their own coffee cups, as well as a call from a British natural plastics manufacturer for an increased focus on bio-based and biodegradable materials. </div>

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Surge in renewable energy stalls world greenhouse gas emissions | Environment | The Gua... - 0 views

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Del Birmingham on 18 Mar 16

Falling coal use in China and the US and a worldwide shift towards renewable energy have kept greenhouse gas emissions level for a second year running, one of the world's leading energy analysts has said.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Falling coal use in China and the US and a worldwide shift towards renewable energy have kept greenhouse gas emissions level for a second year running, one of the world's leading energy analysts has said.</div>

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The Next Wave: Investment Strategies for Plastic Free Seas | Sustainable Brands - 0 views

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Every year an estimated 8 million metric tons of plastic waste are added to the ocean. Without immediate intervention across all points of the pollution pathway, 250 million metric tons of plastic waste could be in the ocean in less than 10 years. The Ocean Conservancy and Trash Free Seas Alliance's new report, The Next Wave, examines some of the solutions and technologies currently available and looks forward to establishing a framework to generate greater collaboration and innovation toward long-term solutions.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Every year an estimated 8 million metric tons of plastic waste are added to the ocean. Without immediate intervention across all points of the pollution pathway, 250 million metric tons of plastic waste could be in the ocean in less than 10 years. The Ocean Conservancy and Trash Free Seas Alliance's new report, The Next Wave, examines some of the solutions and technologies currently available and looks forward to establishing a framework to generate greater collaboration and innovation toward long-term solutions.</div>

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Climate change impacts are already hitting us, say Europeans | Environment | The Guardian - 1 views

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The citizens of four major European countries think the impacts of climate change such as severe floods and storms are already affecting them, according to a major new polling study. The research dispels the idea that global warming is widely seen as a future problem, and also shows strong support for action to tackle global warming, including subsidies for clean energy and big financial penalties for nations that refuse to be part of the international climate deal signed in Paris in 2015 - as US president Donald Trump has threatened.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The citizens of four major European countries think the impacts of climate change such as severe floods and storms are already affecting them, according to a major new polling study. The research dispels the idea that global warming is widely seen as a future problem, and also shows strong support for action to tackle global warming, including subsidies for clean energy and big financial penalties for nations that refuse to be part of the international climate deal signed in Paris in 2015 - as US president Donald Trump has threatened.</div>

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VF Corp Joins Over 65 Apparel Giants Acting to Minimize Impacts on Endangered Forests |... - 0 views

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VF Corporation has released its first-ever Forest Derived Materials Policy. The company joins over 65 other apparel brands and producers supporting the CanopyStyle initiative, which aims to eliminate the use of ancient and endangered forests in the production of forest derived fabrics such as rayon and viscose from the apparel and fashion industries by the end of 2017.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">VF Corporation has released its first-ever Forest Derived Materials Policy. The company joins over 65 other apparel brands and producers supporting the CanopyStyle initiative, which aims to eliminate the use of ancient and endangered forests in the production of forest derived fabrics such as rayon and viscose from the apparel and fashion industries by the end of 2017. </div>

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Investors Worth $615.7B Urge Latin America to Make Good on Zero-Deforestation Commitmen... - 1 views

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Forest destruction accounts for nearly the same amount of global greenhouse gas emissions as the entire global transportation sector and deforestation rates are yet again on the rise. In response, 38 investors representing a half trillion dollars from across the globe have joined Green Century Capital Management to demand that companies reaffirm and extend zero-deforestation commitments specific to Latin America.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Forest destruction accounts for nearly the same amount of global greenhouse gas emissions as the entire global transportation sector and deforestation rates are yet again on the rise. In response, 38 investors representing a half trillion dollars from across the globe have joined Green Century Capital Management to demand that companies reaffirm and extend zero-deforestation commitments specific to Latin America.</div>

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Trending: Dell Releases Ocean Plastic Packaging as New Plastics Economy Takes Shape | S... - 1 views

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Plastics are an important part of the global economy and have many practical applications for everyday life, but their indisputable benefits are significantly outweighed by their environmental drawbacks - namely in regards to ocean pollution. Recognizing the seriousness of the problem, Dell, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and NatureWorks are finding new and innovative ways to tackle plastic pollution both at the source and at end-of-life.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Plastics are an important part of the global economy and have many practical applications for everyday life, but their indisputable benefits are significantly outweighed by their environmental drawbacks - namely in regards to ocean pollution. Recognizing the seriousness of the problem, Dell, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and NatureWorks are finding new and innovative ways to tackle plastic pollution both at the source and at end-of-life. </div>

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Greenpeace to P&G: Enough with the 'Dirty' Palm Oil | Sustainable Brands - 0 views

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Greenpeace has launched another massive campaign, this time demanding Procter & Gamble end its role in rainforest destruction through its careless sourcing of palm oil. A yearlong investigation into "P&G's Dirty Secret" shows the maker of dozens of everyday household and personal care products is sourcing palm oil from companies connected to substantial clearance of endangered orangutan habitat in Indonesia

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Greenpeace has launched another massive campaign, this time demanding Procter & Gamble end its role in rainforest destruction through its careless sourcing of palm oil. A yearlong investigation into "P&G's Dirty Secret" shows the maker of dozens of everyday household and personal care products is sourcing palm oil from companies connected to substantial clearance of endangered orangutan habitat in Indonesia</div>

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FSC Suspends IKEA's Certification After Discovering Use of Old-Growth Forests in Russia... - 0 views

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IKEA recently got a slap on the wrist from the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), which suspended IKEA's certification after discovering that the Swedish furniture giant's subsidiary, Swedwood, has been cutting 600-year-old trees in Karelia, Russia, near the border of Finland

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">IKEA recently got a slap on the wrist from the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), which suspended IKEA's certification after discovering that the Swedish furniture giant's subsidiary, Swedwood, has been cutting 600-year-old trees in Karelia, Russia, near the border of Finland</div>

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EU agrees watered-down deal on aviation carbon emissions | Environment | theguardian.com - 0 views

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European lawmakers are poised to sign off on a law that would allow airlines to avoid paying carbon fees for long-haul flights terminating in Europe. The move disappointed greens, who said lawmakers had secured little beyond vague promises of future action in exchange for the move. "European governments have conceded again to international pressure without getting anything meaningful in return," said transport activist Bill Hemmings

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">European lawmakers are poised to sign off on a law that would allow airlines to avoid paying carbon fees for long-haul flights terminating in Europe. The move disappointed greens, who said lawmakers had secured little beyond vague promises of future action in exchange for the move. "European governments have conceded again to international pressure without getting anything meaningful in return," said transport activist Bill Hemmings</div>

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Chinese smog insurance: travel agency offers air pollution policies | Travel | theguard... - 0 views

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China's largest online travel agency, began selling haze travel insurance to compensate domestic tourists that spend time in major cities affected by smog. Travelers will be able to file claims if they spend at least 2 days in cities with high smog levels.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">China's largest online travel agency, began selling haze travel insurance to compensate domestic tourists that spend time in major cities affected by smog. Travelers will be able to file claims if they spend at least 2 days in cities with high smog levels.</div>

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The #CVSEffect in Action: Wagon Train Edition - IKEA, GM, Mars Stand Up for Climate Pol... - 0 views

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This article points to the latest wave of businesses working collaboratively on the urgent, common ground issues of renewable energy and climate policy. In America's history of westward expansion and exploration, pioneer families came together in wagon trains for mutual support. In the same way, the examples below show that businesses are taking action, together, to ensure a more certain future that's good for all of us and for business.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article points to the latest wave of businesses working collaboratively on the urgent, common ground issues of renewable energy and climate policy. In America's history of westward expansion and exploration, pioneer families came together in wagon trains for mutual support. In the same way, the examples below show that businesses are taking action, together, to ensure a more certain future that's good for all of us and for business.</div>

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Tesla Promises New Battery Can Power Your Home, Power the Grid | Sustainable Brands - 0 views

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Tesla founder Elon Musk has announced a new project that could get millions of people off the grid. Musk's increased interest in the emerging energy storage market has led to plans for a giant lithium-ion battery factory. Home and businesses owners could buy these battery systems for backup power or for managing solar electricity generation and use

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Tesla founder Elon Musk has announced a new project that could get millions of people off the grid. Musk's increased interest in the emerging energy storage market has led to plans for a giant lithium-ion battery factory. Home and businesses owners could buy these battery systems for backup power or for managing solar electricity generation and use</div>

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Nestlé USA Celebrating Easter with Expanded Commitment to Sustainable Cocoa |... - 0 views

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Just in time for Easter, Nestlé USA has announced an expansion of its commitment to sourcing sustainable cocoa through its global Nestlé Cocoa Plan. This year, Nestlé in partnership with UTZ Certified, has purchased enough certified cocoa to produce its entire Easter chocolate collection, marking a first for a major U.S. candy manufacturer.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Just in time for Easter, Nestlé USA has announced an expansion of its commitment to sourcing sustainable cocoa through its global Nestlé Cocoa Plan. This year, Nestlé in partnership with UTZ Certified, has purchased enough certified cocoa to produce its entire Easter chocolate collection, marking a first for a major U.S. candy manufacturer. </div>

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The amount of plastic we dump into the ocean annually could stretch halfway to Mars. (R... - 0 views

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Thanks to a study published today in the journal Science, we finally have an estimate. Are you sitting down? Humans release between 5.3 million and 14 million tons of plastic into the ocean annually.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Thanks to a study published today in the journal Science, we finally have an estimate. Are you sitting down? Humans release between 5.3 million and 14 million tons of plastic into the ocean annually.</div>

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Proxy Preview 2015 Examines Record-Breaking Number of Sustainability-Related Shareholde... - 0 views

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This month, shareholder advocacy organization As You Sow released its 10th annual Proxy Preview report, detailing the record-breaking 433 social and environmental shareholder resolutions filed so far this proxy season, with political spending and climate change driving most of the activity.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This month, shareholder advocacy organization As You Sow released its 10th annual Proxy Preview report, detailing the record-breaking 433 social and environmental shareholder resolutions filed so far this proxy season, with political spending and climate change driving most of the activity.</div>

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General Mills, Coke, KB Home Launch Campaign Urging Bolder Business Action to Conserve ... - 0 views

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A coalition of companies with skin in the game - food and beverage giants General Mills, Driscoll's and Coca-Cola North America, Gap Inc., Symantec and home builder KB Home - are coming together to launch a new campaign urging companies to enact more aggressive measures to maximize California's local and state water resources.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A coalition of companies with skin in the game - food and beverage giants General Mills, Driscoll's and Coca-Cola North America, Gap Inc., Symantec and home builder KB Home - are coming together to launch a new campaign urging companies to enact more aggressive measures to maximize California's local and state water resources.</div>

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Forget about cotton, we could be making textiles from banana and pineapple | Guardian S... - 0 views

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Banana, pineapple and coconut don't just belong in the fridge, they're making their way into fashion now too.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Banana, pineapple and coconut don't just belong in the fridge, they're making their way into fashion now too.</div>

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Making concrete green: reinventing the world's most used synthetic material | Guardian ... - 0 views

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James Cook University researchers are teaming with Australia's Fibercon company to create a greener concrete by using recycled plastic to reinforce it. "Using plastic to reinforce concrete instead of steel can reduce carbon dioxide production by about 50%," said Rabin Tuladhar, associate dean of engineering at the institution. "However, with recycled plastic, you can save 50% more carbon dioxide than you could with virgin plastic -- because you are using plastic that has already been made and repurposing it."

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">James Cook University researchers are teaming with Australia's Fibercon company to create a greener concrete by using recycled plastic to reinforce it. "Using plastic to reinforce concrete instead of steel can reduce carbon dioxide production by about 50%," said Rabin Tuladhar, associate dean of engineering at the institution. "However, with recycled plastic, you can save 50% more carbon dioxide than you could with virgin plastic -- because you are using plastic that has already been made and repurposing it."</div>

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London, Amsterdam, Copenhagen to Collaborate on Circular Model for Plastics | Sustainab... - 0 views

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London, Amsterdam and Copenhagen have announced they will work together to design a project that will improve the capture of plastics. City officials from the three capitals will share information and experiences on the development and delivery of circular economy action plans. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation recently estimated plastic packaging waste at $80-120 billion annually.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">London, Amsterdam and Copenhagen have announced they will work together to design a project that will improve the capture of plastics. City officials from the three capitals will share information and experiences on the development and delivery of circular economy action plans. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation recently estimated plastic packaging waste at $80-120 billion annually. </div>

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Criticism Over Coffee Cup Waste Leads to Starbucks Discount, Call to Go Biodegradable |... - 0 views

Surge in renewable energy stalls world greenhouse gas emissions | Environment | The Gua... - 0 views

The Next Wave: Investment Strategies for Plastic Free Seas | Sustainable Brands - 0 views

Climate change impacts are already hitting us, say Europeans | Environment | The Guardian - 1 views

VF Corp Joins Over 65 Apparel Giants Acting to Minimize Impacts on Endangered Forests |... - 0 views

Investors Worth $615.7B Urge Latin America to Make Good on Zero-Deforestation Commitmen... - 1 views

Trending: Dell Releases Ocean Plastic Packaging as New Plastics Economy Takes Shape | S... - 1 views

Greenpeace to P&G: Enough with the 'Dirty' Palm Oil | Sustainable Brands - 0 views

FSC Suspends IKEA's Certification After Discovering Use of Old-Growth Forests in Russia... - 0 views

EU agrees watered-down deal on aviation carbon emissions | Environment | theguardian.com - 0 views

Chinese smog insurance: travel agency offers air pollution policies | Travel | theguard... - 0 views

The #CVSEffect in Action: Wagon Train Edition - IKEA, GM, Mars Stand Up for Climate Pol... - 0 views

Tesla Promises New Battery Can Power Your Home, Power the Grid | Sustainable Brands - 0 views

Nestlé USA Celebrating Easter with Expanded Commitment to Sustainable Cocoa |... - 0 views

The amount of plastic we dump into the ocean annually could stretch halfway to Mars. (R... - 0 views

Proxy Preview 2015 Examines Record-Breaking Number of Sustainability-Related Shareholde... - 0 views

General Mills, Coke, KB Home Launch Campaign Urging Bolder Business Action to Conserve ... - 0 views

Forget about cotton, we could be making textiles from banana and pineapple | Guardian S... - 0 views

Making concrete green: reinventing the world's most used synthetic material | Guardian ... - 0 views

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