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Tetra Pak Carton Uses 100% Plant-Based Materials · Environmental Management &... - 1 views

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Tetra Pak has launched what it says is the industry's first carton made entirely from plant based, renewable packaging materials. Read more: http://www.environmentalleader.com/2014/10/20/tetra-pak-carton-uses-100-plant-based-materials/#ixzz3GjhXCo1m

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Tetra Pak has launched what it says is the industry's first carton made entirely from plant based, renewable packaging materials. Read more: <a href="http://www.environmentalleader.com/2014/10/20/tetra-pak-carton-uses-100-plant-based-materials/#ixzz3GjhXCo1m" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.environmentalleader.com/2014/10/20/tetra-pak-carton-uses-100-plant-based-materials/#ixzz3GjhXCo1m</a></div>

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Here's what's on Olive Garden's sustainability menu | GreenBiz.com - 0 views

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Darden Restaurants has plenty of problems, but it's doing well with its sustainability goals, writes Mike Hower. The Olive Garden parent company has successfully curbed per-restaurant energy and water use, saving the company $25 million since 2008

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Darden Restaurants has plenty of problems, but it's doing well with its sustainability goals, writes Mike Hower. The Olive Garden parent company has successfully curbed per-restaurant energy and water use, saving the company $25 million since 2008</div>

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Healthy Disruption Needed to Advance Clothing Recycling | Sustainable Brands - 0 views

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Consumers often are left unaware of the use and destination of their recyclables. Although many are donated, much of the material is sold to for-profit companies for resale around the globe. The lack of transparency has led to misunderstanding among consumers, communities and retailers. This push toward greater transparency is yet another reason to embrace The Reuse Movement.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Consumers often are left unaware of the use and destination of their recyclables. Although many are donated, much of the material is sold to for-profit companies for resale around the globe. The lack of transparency has led to misunderstanding among consumers, communities and retailers. This push toward greater transparency is yet another reason to embrace The Reuse Movement.</div>

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Poll Finds US Shoppers Willing to Spend 31% More Per Week on Responsibly Produced Food ... - 0 views

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On average, Americans are willing to spend 31 percent more per week on grocery food produced safely and responsibly, according to the Conscious Consumer™ Study issued Thursday by Gibbs-rbb Strategic Communications. The study also found that loyalty to trusted food brands was at stake when controversial news regarding environmental, labor, animal or safety violations emerges from their supply chains.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">On average, Americans are willing to spend 31 percent more per week on grocery food produced safely and responsibly, according to the Conscious Consumer™ Study issued Thursday by Gibbs-rbb Strategic Communications. The study also found that loyalty to trusted food brands was at stake when controversial news regarding environmental, labor, animal or safety violations emerges from their supply chains. </div>

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How DuPont and P&G plan to make detergent from agricultural waste | GreenBiz.com - 0 views

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Procter & Gamble plans to begin blending cellulosic ethanol produced by DuPont into Tide Coldwater detergent. "We believe that actions speak louder than words in the area of sustainability, and this partnership with DuPont demonstrates we are doing just that," says Gianni Ciserani, P&G's global fabric and home care chief.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Procter & Gamble plans to begin blending cellulosic ethanol produced by DuPont into Tide Coldwater detergent. "We believe that actions speak louder than words in the area of sustainability, and this partnership with DuPont demonstrates we are doing just that," says Gianni Ciserani, P&G's global fabric and home care chief. </div>

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How ConAgra sets the table for climate resilience | GreenBiz.com - 0 views

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Here's an inside look at the food giant's sustainability menu, including engaging employees, reducing food waste and sharpening the supply chain.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Here's an inside look at the food giant's sustainability menu, including engaging employees, reducing food waste and sharpening the supply chain.</div>

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Coca-Cola, World Wildlife Fund team up for water conservation - The Washington Post - 0 views

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Since 2007, the World Wildlife Fund and Coca-Cola have jointly raised tens of millions of dollars for water conservation projects. The partnership proved a winner for both organizations, write E. Richard Brownlee and Allison Elias. "What began as a relationship full of risk and uncertainty grew into a robust partnership built on trust at all levels of the organizations," they explain

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Since 2007, the World Wildlife Fund and Coca-Cola have jointly raised tens of millions of dollars for water conservation projects. The partnership proved a winner for both organizations, write E. Richard Brownlee and Allison Elias. "What began as a relationship full of risk and uncertainty grew into a robust partnership built on trust at all levels of the organizations," they explain</div>

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A sprinkle of compost helps rangeland lock up carbon - SFGate - 0 views

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Adding relatively small amounts of compost to ranchland can have a dramatic and lasting impact on the soil's ability to absorb carbon, according to research from bio-geochemist Whendee Silver. Spreading compost over just 5% of California's pastures would effectively cancel out a year's worth of statewide emissions from the farm and forestry industries, Silver found. "It's inexpensive, it's low technology, it's good land use, it solves multiple problems," she says.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Adding relatively small amounts of compost to ranchland can have a dramatic and lasting impact on the soil's ability to absorb carbon, according to research from bio-geochemist Whendee Silver. Spreading compost over just 5% of California's pastures would effectively cancel out a year's worth of statewide emissions from the farm and forestry industries, Silver found. "It's inexpensive, it's low technology, it's good land use, it solves multiple problems," she says. </div>

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Whole Foods Market® takes stand on key agricultural issues with Responsibly G... - 0 views

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Whole Foods launched the Responsibly Grown rating system, which evaluates produce based on environmental and health impacts. Products will carry a "good," "better," or "best" label based on their rating.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Whole Foods launched the Responsibly Grown rating system, which evaluates produce based on environmental and health impacts. Products will carry a "good," "better," or "best" label based on their rating. </div>

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Walmart Unveils Global Sustainable Agriculture Goals - 0 views

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Walmart launched a new sustainable agriculture strategy emphasizing locally sourced produce, sustainability training for farmers, and supply-chain environmental assessments. The company will also seek to reduce food waste in stores, purchase sustainable palm oil, and avoid Brazilian beef linked to Amazon deforestation.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Walmart launched a new sustainable agriculture strategy emphasizing locally sourced produce, sustainability training for farmers, and supply-chain environmental assessments. The company will also seek to reduce food waste in stores, purchase sustainable palm oil, and avoid Brazilian beef linked to Amazon deforestation.</div>

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11 More GM Facilities Become Landfill-Free - 0 views

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General Motors announced that 11 of its factories now send zero waste to landfills. The company now manages 122 landfill-free facilities.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner"> General Motors announced that 11 of its factories now send zero waste to landfills. The company now manages 122 landfill-free facilities. </div>

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E-Stewards Launches E-Waste App · Environmental Management & Sustainable Deve... - 0 views

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Environmental group Basel Action Network launched a new mobile app that measures the benefits of using e-Stewards Certified Recyclers to dispose of e-waste. The app will provide data on avoided GHG emissions, toxic metals diverted from landfills, and precious metals recovered from the electronic device.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Environmental group Basel Action Network launched a new mobile app that measures the benefits of using e-Stewards Certified Recyclers to dispose of e-waste. The app will provide data on avoided GHG emissions, toxic metals diverted from landfills, and precious metals recovered from the electronic device. </div>

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How will Europe's new reporting rules impact your business? | GreenBiz.com - 0 views

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The European Union is requiring certain businesses to report on environmental strategies and programs. Here are 5 things you need to know

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The European Union is requiring certain businesses to report on environmental strategies and programs. Here are 5 things you need to know</div>

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Susan Shaheen: How car sharing accelerates sustainability | GreenBiz.com - 0 views

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The co-director of the Transportation Sustainability Research Center focuses on furthering behavioral change.

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IKEA may tighten carbon rules to protect environment | Reuters - 0 views

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IKEA Group is considering internal carbon pricing as a way to tackle emissions and build a "new and better" company, says CEO Peter Agnefjall. "We see sustainability as a driver of building a new and better IKEA," Agnefjall says. "It is a driver of a renewal of our business, renewal of our products and a driver of innovation of all kinds."

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">IKEA Group is considering internal carbon pricing as a way to tackle emissions and build a "new and better" company, says CEO Peter Agnefjall. "We see sustainability as a driver of building a new and better IKEA," Agnefjall says. "It is a driver of a renewal of our business, renewal of our products and a driver of innovation of all kinds." </div>

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For concrete, climate change may mean a shorter lifespan - Ideas - The Boston Globe - 0 views

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Researchers from Northeastern University studied how concrete buildings would fare under "aggressive global warming projections." They found that by 2025, cities could face steep repair bills as the concrete begins to fail. The American Concrete Institute is reviewing its standards for the thickness of concrete as related to climate change.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Researchers from Northeastern University studied how concrete buildings would fare under "aggressive global warming projections." They found that by 2025, cities could face steep repair bills as the concrete begins to fail. The American Concrete Institute is reviewing its standards for the thickness of concrete as related to climate change. </div>

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Why Procter & Gamble is resetting its sustainability goals | GreenBiz.com - 0 views

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The world's largest consumer packaged goods company is expanding some of its commitments and dialing back on another

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The world's largest consumer packaged goods company is expanding some of its commitments and dialing back on another</div>

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Craft Brewers Dramatically Reducing Carbon Emissions by Sharing Kegs | Sustainable Brands - 0 views

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By sharing a pool of kegs rather than owning their own, over 200 leading craft brewers have helped reduce their collective carbon footprint by over 3 million kg of CO2e in 2013. These findings, based on a study by John Heckman, Ph.D with PE International and commissioned by MicroStar Logistics, will be used as a benchmark to help the craft beer industry further minimize its carbon footprint each year.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">By sharing a pool of kegs rather than owning their own, over 200 leading craft brewers have helped reduce their collective carbon footprint by over 3 million kg of CO2e in 2013. These findings, based on a study by John Heckman, Ph.D with PE International and commissioned by MicroStar Logistics, will be used as a benchmark to help the craft beer industry further minimize its carbon footprint each year.</div>

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Renewable Wind Energy Source Adoption | The Energy Collective - 0 views

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The U.S. could reduce electricity costs by $7.68 billion per year by installing 54 gigawatts of offshore wind power, according to a study supported by the Department of Energy. The goal of the National Offshore Wind Energy Grid Interconnection Study was "to identify and help address the market barriers to the large-scale introduction of offshore wind energy into the U.S. energy portfolio," according to its authors. The report said offshore wind power could be especially useful in densely populated coastal areas

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The U.S. could reduce electricity costs by $7.68 billion per year by installing 54 gigawatts of offshore wind power, according to a study supported by the Department of Energy. The goal of the National Offshore Wind Energy Grid Interconnection Study was "to identify and help address the market barriers to the large-scale introduction of offshore wind energy into the U.S. energy portfolio," according to its authors. The report said offshore wind power could be especially useful in densely populated coastal areas</div>

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Endangered Orangutans Gain From Eco-Friendly Shifts in Palm Oil Market - 0 views

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Deforestation due to palm oil production is the single biggest threat to orangutans, but new deforestation-free standards that cover about 60% of the industry could help secure the primate's future. "We can now break the link between palm oil and the extinction of orangutans," says Michelle Desilets, executive director of the Orangutan Land Trust.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Deforestation due to palm oil production is the single biggest threat to orangutans, but new deforestation-free standards that cover about 60% of the industry could help secure the primate's future. "We can now break the link between palm oil and the extinction of orangutans," says Michelle Desilets, executive director of the Orangutan Land Trust. </div>

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