We Need Your Input! Explore our potential 2025 topics, and let us know which are of the most interest: Scaling Future Fit Materials. The Scaling Future Fit Materials working group is dedicated to advancing a future where all chemicals, materials, and products are safe, sustainable, and circular throughout their lifecycle—from creation to disposal and re-use.

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Explore the complex interactions of culture with different generations, regions, technological breakthroughs and economic forces. Understand the evolving consumer landscape, where individuals seek more than just products or services and reward brands leading the way toward a sustainable future.

The trailblazing researchers and business strategists Michael Porter and Mark Kramer first introduced shared value in an article they wrote for Harvard Business Review in 2006; and later expanded upon the concept in 2011 with their article, “Creating Shared Value.”They defined the concept of shared value as “policies and operating practices that enhance the competitiveness of …

Oct 3, 2024 · The steel industry, a cornerstone of modern civilization, faces significant challenges.As one of our most used materials, steel and its production is a massive global enterprise — with over 1.8 billion metric tons produced annually. However, this industry is also a massive polluter — responsible for approximately 11 …

Nov 11, 2024 · When evaluating different types of packaging, businesses must consider all aspects of their operations to select the most appropriate option. It’s a question that impacts not only how goods are protected and transported but also how the brand is ultimately experienced and perceived by the end customer.

Simplifyber is redesigning fashion production with a cellulose-based, liquid fiber that can be molded for a variety of applications, including shoe uppers — bypassing 60% of traditional manufacturing steps and significantly reducing waste, energy use and emissions.

Aug 26, 2024 · Announcements of new initiatives and collaborations dedicated to scaling regenerative agriculture practices throughout global supply chains are now sprouting up almost daily. And as the movement grows, new case studies emerge about how a shift to regenerative practices creates a ripple effect of benefits — not only for the land and crops but for the farmers and communities involved in their ...

Jun 14, 2024 · A group of apparel brands — including Bestseller, Gap Inc, H&M Group and Mango — are collaborating to share the costs, risks and responsibilities of reducing CO2 emissions in the fashion industry's value chain. The goal is to drive the transition to renewable energy and other scalable solutions that will reduce CO2 emissions from the textile factories that manufacture their goods.

Feb 16, 2024 · Tony’s Chocolonely, the impact company that makes chocolate, has published its latest annual FAIR report for 2022-23 — which shows it was able to pay its highest farmer premiums to date, continued to lower the rate of child labor, confirmed its supply chain is deforestation free, and welcomed six new corporate partners dedicated to furthering its mission of delivering 100% slave-free ...