Unilever CEO Polman Commends World Leaders For Paris Agreement On Climate Change December 12, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Unilever CEO Paul Polman praised the international community for coming up with the Paris Agreement on Climate Change at COP21. According to a statement released by the company, Polman highlighted the “leadership shown by the French and Peruvian governments,” paving the way for the international agreement. He said, the agreement sends a signal to businesses and investors he believes will drive “real change in the global economy.” Also, Polman said the deal creates a “clear path” for the global economy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions within the lifetimes of people alive today. "Paul Polman praises historic Paris Agreement", Unilever, December 12, 2015, © Unilever

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Kellogg Strengthens Greenhouse Gas Emissions Goals December 8, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Kellogg Company’s new greenhouse gas (GHG) emission targets will cut GHG by 65 percent across its operations by 2020, the company announced. The targets also call for suppliers to cut their GHG emissions by half within 35 years. Since 2008, Kellogg says, it has reduced GHG emissions from its manufacturing facilities by 12 percent. The new targets are an extension of the 2020 global sustainability goals set in August 2014. The overall goal of the targets, which are in accordance with “others in Paris,” is to reduce GHG emissions to “limit the Earth's temperature increase to two degrees Celsius." "Kellogg Company Announces New, Ambitious Global Greenhouse Gas Emission Goals Across Manufacturing and Agricultural Supply Chains", News release, Kellogg Company, December 08, 2015, © Kellogg Co.

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Dunkin’ Donuts Promises 100% Cage-Free Eggs Within Nine Years December 7, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Dunkin’ Donuts has clarified and strengthened its commitment to using only cage-free eggs in its U.S. menu. Earlier this year it said it would source ten percent of the eggs used in its breakfast sandwiches from cage-free sources by the end of 2016. In December, the donut chain and the Humane Society of the U.S. announced that the company would serve only cage-free eggs by 2025. The company also promised to “map” its worldwide egg supply chain to see whether it is feasible to transition to 100 percent cage-free eggs globally. "Dunkin' Donuts, With The Humane Society Of The United States, Announces Timeline For Sourcing 100 Percent Cage-Free Eggs", News release, The Humane Society of the U.S., December 07, 2015, © The Humane Society of the United States

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Unilever CEO Says Concerned With Planned Cuts In UK Government Subsidies For Renewable Energy December 4, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Unilever CEO Paul Polman said he shares the solar power industry’s concern regarding the UK government’s plan to reduce subsidies to solar and wind power generation. Polman also said businesses must act to help promote sustainability and reduce greenhouse gases emissions; however, he also stressed that governments need to act to ensure environmental goals are achieved. According to the UK government, the renewable energy sector is on track to exceed its target of accounting for 5.4 percent of all annual energy provision by 2013–2014. Kamal Ahmed, "Unilever questions government cuts to green energy support", BBC, December 04, 2015, © BBC

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Unilever Uses Company’s Crowdsourcing Engine To Power Sustainability Foundry December 3, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Crowdsourcing software vendor Spigit says it is working with Unilever Foundry to help the company attract and connect innovators in sustainability. California-based Spigit is the Software-as-a-Solution (SaaS) platform that provides a single entry-point and connection mechanism for individuals, start-up companies and corporations who want to partner with Unilever Foundry and tackle its “challenges.” Applicants submit ideas to: improve global nutrition, imagine the “shower of the future,” boost access to toilet and sanitation solutions, and reinvent the laundry process to use less water. Since its founding in June 2015, Unilever Foundry IDEAS has received 300 proposals from entrepreneurs around the world. "Spigit Powers Unilever Foundry IDEAS Innovation Platform", News release, Spigit, December 03, 2015, © Spigit

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Popularity Of Nature’s Version Of Red Bull Is Growing December 3, 2015: 12:00 AM EST About ten years ago, a coffee grower in El Salvador stumbled upon a new use for the cherry, or pulp, left over from recently milled coffee. Dubbed “cascara” – from the Spanish for fruit peel – the tea-like beverage is showing up in cafes everywhere. It has a fruity flavor and lots of caffeine. According to one café owner in Portland, Ore., "It's not tea, it's 100 percent coffee. But it smells like herbal tea." Cascara is also being adapted to other types of beverages. Available in various places are cascara-infused vodka, a hot cascara toddy, and beer (from Colorado's New Belgium Brewing Company). Murray Carpenter, "Cascara 'Tea': A Tasty Infusion Made From Coffee Waste", National Public Radio, December 03, 2015, © npr

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Climate Change Puts World’s Poorest At Great Risk Of Undernourishment December 1, 2015: 12:00 AM EST A USDA report written by 31 U.S. and international experts warns that climate change is likely to seriously harm global food security and hamper progress on reducing malnutrition around the world, especially among the poor and people living in tropical regions. The scientific assessment, released during the COP-21 Paris Climate Conference, identifies the challenges facing farmers and consumers in adapting to changing climate. Climate change is likely to cause disruptions in food production and a decrease in food safety, which in turn leads to food shortages and higher food prices. Under one scenario posed by the authors, continued increases in greenhouse gas emissions would increase the number of people at risk of undernourishment by 175 million by 2080. Brown, M. E. et al., "Climate Change, Global Food Security, and the U.S. Food System", Report, U.S. Department of Agriculture, December 01, 2015, © U. S. Department of Agriculture

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Swiss Chocolate Maker Improves Sustainability Record November 26, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Barry Callebaut reports that it continues to make progress in the area of sustainable cocoa production. The company sourced 159,000 tons of sustainable cocoa in 2015, an increase of 21 percent over 2014, and trained 70,000 farmers in better farming practices. The company created the independent, non-profit Cocoa Horizons Foundation to “drive change in cocoa sustainability.” It developed a new range of sustainable cocoa and chocolate products, Horizons, to support farm productivity and community development programs. Products are traceable from farm to warehouse. The company also distributed sustainability premiums of $20 million to farmers and farmer groups. "The Barry Callebaut Group – Chocolate Sustainability Report 2014/15", News release, Barry Callebaut, November 26, 2015, © Barry Callebaut

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Unilever Plans To Go Renewable Energy All The Way By 2030 November 26, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Unilever said it would switch to using only renewable energy by 2030 and would stop using coal-based energy by 2020. Part of the group of 81 companies that have agreed to set emissions targets for their businesses, Unilever joins the group’s campaign to limit global warming to less than 2 degrees Celsius. Unilever CEO Paul Polman, a leading proponent for the idea that sustainability makes good business sense, is one the world’s business leaders calling on governments to commit to zero net emissions by 2050. Emma Thomasson, "Unilever aims to use only renewable energy by 2030", Reuters, November 26, 2015, © Thomson Reuters

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French Companies Call On World Leaders To Sign Global Climate Change Deal November 26, 2015: 12:00 AM EST In France, a group of 39 companies, including retail giant Carrefour, is calling on the French COP21 presidency and all governments attending the United Nations Framework Agreement on Climate Change meeting in Paris to sign a global agreement that would help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Seeking a deal that would help keep global warming at a maximum of 2 degrees Celsius, the companies believe that putting an economic value on carbon in major economic regions will help business leaders to see the impact of GHG emissions linked to their companies’ operating, investment, and R&D decisions. Some of the concrete steps being taken by these companies to improve sustainability include the use of active and passive energy-efficient solutions, development of low-carbon capacities, and reduction of emissions from the production and use of raw materials, products, or facilities. "French companies act on climate ", Carrefour, November 26, 2015, © Carrefour

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Henkel Joins CEO Climate Leaders' Call On World Leaders To Take Action On Global Warming November 24, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Henkel revealed that it has joined the CEO Climate Leaders pledge, an open letter signed by chief executives of 78 global companies urging world leaders to come up with a meaningful climate deal at the UNFCCC’s Conference of the Parties in Paris. With their companies accounting for a total revenue of $2.13 trillion, the signing CEOs assert that climate action will help create jobs and economic growth in developed and emerging markets. "Henkel Signs CEOs’ Pledge for Climate Action", Henkel , November 24, 2015, © Henkel AG & Co. KGaA

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Sustainability Drives Business Growth, Unilever CEO Polman Says November 23, 2015: 12:00 AM EST According to Unilever CEO Paul Polman, the move toward sustainable development and adoption of environment-friendly business practices can help companies gain access to new technologies, financing, lower costs, and the ability to generate economic growth. As part of its 2020 Sustainability Plan, Unilever achieved in 2014 its goal of sourcing agricultural materials from sustainable sources. Also, the world’s top 500 companies have saved $1.1 billion by adopting climate-friendly measures, which are also adopted by and benefit smaller companies. Erich Parpart, "'Green' is a growth engine", The Nation , November 23, 2015, © www.nationmultimedia.com

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Social Impact Businesses Can Turn To Unilever Foundry For Support November 23, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Social entrepreneurs, or “social impact businesses,” pursuing sustainability projects can now advance their ideas by partnering with Unilever’s Foundry, where they will have access to mentors, partners and funding. Social entrepreneurs or researchers may submit solutions to a new wave of Foundry challenges and receive technical and operational support and grant funding up to £250,000. The businesses will participate in Unilever’s Transform initiative, focused on water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and energy solutions for low income households in developing countries. Transform is a result of a partnership between the U.K.’s Department for International Development (DFID), the Clinton Giustra Enterprise Partnership (CGEP) and Unilever. Its goal is to create jobs, increase incomes and improve the health and wellbeing of 100 million people in developing countries by 2025. "Unilever engages Social Entrepreneurs to accelerate the Sustainable Living Plan", News release, Unilever, November 23, 2015, © Unilever

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SC Johnson Gains EPA Recognition For Use Of Earth-Friendly Power November 19, 2015: 12:00 AM EST SC Johnson said it was ranked number 71 on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2015 National Top 100 list of the largest users of green power. In 2015, the company used more than 73 million kilowatt-hours of sustainably soured electricity, enough to satisfy 43 percent of the company’s electricity requirement in the country. Also, the company was ranked number 10 on the EPA’s Top 30 On-Site Generation list of companies that generate and consume environment-friendly power on-site within the Green Power Partnership. "SC Johnson Earns National Recognition for Continued Commitment to Green Power", SC Johnson, November 19, 2015, © S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc.

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Chip In A Bottle Heralds New Era Of Smart, Reusable, Drink Containers November 18, 2015: 12:00 AM EST An Australian company whose goal is to reduce the tons of waste generated by disposable coffee and other beverage cups has developed a “SmartBottle.” An  embedded chip allows a merchant to scan the owner’s bank information prior to filling. The SmartBottle can hold cold or hot drinks; it fits in handbags, backpacks, car cup holders and bike bottle holders. The SmartBottle is available online in several colors for $25.28. "‘SmartBottle’ allows customers to fill up and pay with bottle’s microchip", Australian Food News, November 18, 2015, © Australian Food News

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Walmart Highlights Sustainability And CSR Achievements November 17, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Walmart said it has met its goal of reducing by 20 million metric tons the greenhouse gas emissions from its global supply chain. Made at the retailer’s Global Sustainability Milestone Meeting, the announcement also revealed the company was able to double fleet efficiency and expand its commitment to preserve wildlife habitat. Also, Walmart said it has completed several food and nutrition commitments and received an award from the Partnership for a Healthier America for its efforts to open stores in areas described as “food deserts.” "Walmart Marks Fulfillment of Key Global Responsibility Commitments", Walmart, November 17, 2015, © Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

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New Palm Oil Council Signals Dark Times Ahead For Sustainability November 16, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Euromonitor wonders about the future of sustainable palm oil, now that Malaysia and Indonesia have set up a bilateral council to regulate production currently monitored by industry led voluntary frameworks such as the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). The new Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries (CPOPC) could force companies into making difficult decisions regarding their palm oil purchasing policy, according to Euromonitor. The CPOPC has asked palm oil companies to roll back plans to enforce the 2014 Indonesian Palm Oil Pledge whose goal is to curb deforestation in palm oil production. The key question: will big palm oil users, like Mars, Mondelez and PepsiCo, have to realign their palm oil sustainability commitments due to pressure from CPOPC? Alan Rownan, "CPOPC Could Spell Trouble for Sustainable Palm Oil", Blog, Euromonitor International, November 16, 2015, © Euromonitor

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Unilever Brings VR Rainforest To London To Promote Campaign Against Deforestation November 16, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Unilever created a virtual reality forest on the South Bank in London, as part of the company’s campaign against the destruction of the rainforest areas in Brazil and Indonesia. Part of the company’s partnership with WWF to protect 1 million trees in those forest areas, the exhibit gave more than 1,200 people the chance to experience a 360-degree VR view of the rainforest. London residents who could not make it to the exhibit can show their support for the campaign by joining the People’s Climate Change March in central London on November 29, 2015. "Bringing The Rainforest to London To Inspire Generations", Unilever, November 16, 2015, © Unilever

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Unilever Is Most Sustainability-Friendly Company, Survey Of Experts Shows November 12, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Unilever is the world’s leading company in terms of promoting and achieving sustainability, according to 20 percent of sustainability experts surveyed by GlobeScan and SustainAbility. Citing its commitment to achieving zero net deforestation by 2020, a part of Unilever’s Sustainable Living campaign, the respondents said the company has “achieved the most real, substantial advances.” Electric car maker Tesla came in second, followed by furniture company Ikea, technology company Google, and consumer appliances manufacturer General Electric tied for third place. Results of the survey revealed 90 percent of respondents said they expected the UN’s Climate Change Conference to result in a global agreement; however, only a third believed the deal would have “binding power” to bring about real changes. "Unilever and Tesla top list of companies leading the fight on climate change – survey", Guardian, November 12, 2015, © Guardian News and Media Limited

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Unilever Gains Recognition For Its Sustainability Efforts In Ghana November 11, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Unilever Ghana won the CSR Manufacturing Company of the Year award at the CSR Excellence Awards held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel. Inspired by the European CSR Excellence awards, the Ghana CSR Excellence Awards seeks to highlight companies’ socially responsible activities in Ghana. Unilever’s achievement of zero non-hazardous waste to landfill helped the company earn the award. "Unilever wins CSR Manufacturing Company of the year Award", Citifmonline, November 11, 2015, © citifmonline.com

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RB Joins CDP's 2015 List Of Sustainability Leaders November 10, 2015: 12:00 AM EST RB, otherwise known as Reckitt Benckiser, was ranked as a leader in the 2015 CDP, formerly known as the Carbon Disclosure Project. Also, RB was listed in the CDP FTSE 350 Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index, which includes companies ranked among the top 10 percent of organizations evaluated. RB made it to the list for the seventh consecutive year, due to its disclosure of high-quality carbon emissions and energy data through CDP’s climate change program to investors and the global marketplace. "RB a leader in the CDP for seventh year running", Reckitt Benckiser, November 10, 2015, © Reckitt Benckiser Group plc.

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Organic Zero-Packaging Store Opens In Paris November 5, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Retail consumer goods shops in Europe are testing the idea of zero packaging: selling products loose. Customers brings their own glass or plastic jars, recyclable cotton pouches, etc., and end up saving as much as 15 percent, London has Unpackaged, Berlin has Original Unverpackt, and now Paris has one hundred percent organic Biocoop 21. The shop is testing ways to sell 250 products without packaging, including yogurt, honey, olive oil, wine, body wash and health products. The idea not only saves shoppers money, it is good for the environment, helping to eliminate waste. Jeanne Pouget, "Paris’s First 100% Organic, Zero Packaging Shop Opens Its Doors", Konbini, November 05, 2015, © Konbini

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Kroger Receives Higher Sustainability Rating From CDP November 5, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Kroger Co. said its climate disclosure score rose 48 percent, or an increase of 29 points, to 89 points out of 100, as measured by the Carbon Disclosure Project, compared with the previous year. Also, Kroger revealed it was included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index-North America for the third consecutive year. "Kroger's Carbon Disclosure Project Score Improves 48%", Kroger, November 05, 2015, © The Kroger Company

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Henkel Focuses On Products' Use Phase To Reduce Carbon Dioxide Emissions November 5, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Henkel said its products offer the biggest potential for saving energy and reducing CO2 emissions, helping the company achieve the goals of its Factor 3 sustainability initiative. Seeking to help the company become three times more efficient by 2030, the program highlights Henkel’s sustainability strategy of achieving more with less. With up to 90 percent of the its products’ environmental footprint created during the “use phase”, Henkel focuses on products and technologies designed to help consumers save energy while using them. Its Persil Kalt Aktiv laundry detergent, for example, comes with ingredients that help consumers achieve cleaning results at lower washing temperatures. "Henkel products contribute to reducing CO2 emissions", Henkel, November 05, 2015, © Henkel AG & Co. KGaA

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Metro Group Earns Climate-Reporting Honors From CDP November 4, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Metro Group was recognized as Sector Leader Consumer Staples and as Index Leader MDAX in terms of climate reporting by the nonprofit group CDP. Metro Group’s ranking was based on how effectively it addresses the “risks and opportunities inherent in climate change” and how transparent is its reporting about this. By being transparent about its data related to climate change and greenhouse gas emissions and reduction measures, the company earned a spot in the Climate Disclosure Leadership Index DACH, which highlights the top 10 percent of 350 companies evaluated in the German-speaking region. "METRO GROUP convinces with transparent climate reporting", METRO GROUP, November 04, 2015, © METRO GROUP

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Lidl Launches MSC-Certified Whole Lobster In UK October 26, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Lidl began selling wild-caught whole lobsters certified by the MSC. Launched in Lidl stores across the UK, the lobsters are sourced from a fisher in New Brunswick, Canada. Lidl has cooperated with the MSC for the past year to expand its range of certified sustainable seafood products. Forty-one percent of its wild seafood products are certified by the MSC, a 24 percent increase from 2014 level, with 100 percent of its fresh wild-caught fish MSC-certified. Carina Perkins, "Lidl is first UK supermarket to offers MSC-certified lobster with Canadian catch", The Grocer, October 26, 2015, © William Reed Business Media Ltd

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Whole Foods Struggle To Meet Growing Demand For Sustainably Sourced And Humanely Raised Meat October 18, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Demand for sustainable, organic, natural, and humanely raised meat and other foods is growing faster than the production capacity of farmers. Whole Foods meat supplier Sweet Stem Farm’s dispute with the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals highlighted the problems posed by this trend for retailers and their customers. Data from the Organic Trade Association revealed sales of organic products in the United States grew 11 percent in 2014. For its part, sustainable-food restaurant chain Chipotle Mexican Grill dealt with a shortage of sustainably raised pork by pulling off its “carnitas” burrito filling from the menu. Andrew Martin et al, "Just How Happy Are the Pigs That End Up at Whole Foods?", Bloomberg Business, October 18, 2015, © Bloomberg L.P.

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Unilever Calls For Innovations Aimed At Reducing Laundry Water Use October 15, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Unilever announced an innovation challenge through its Foundry IDEAS online platform which aims to reduce laundry water consumption. With laundry accounting for 19 percent of water consumption in Nigeria and with 4 billion people forecast to be affected by water shortage by 2025, the need to reduce water use when doing the laundry is quite urgent, the company said. According to Unilever, consumers who wish to participate in the challenge are encouraged to develop ideas for “new products, devices, services, communication tools or experiences.” "Reinventing laundry to be less water-dependent", Unilever, October 15, 2015, © Unilever

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Kimberly-Clark Wins 6th SmartWay Excellence Award From U.S. EPA October 14, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Kimberly-Clark Corporation received its sixth SmartWay Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for collaborating with transportation companies to improve the sustainability of its supply chain operations. After joining the SmartWay program in 2006, Kimberly-Clark has more than doubled its use of intermodal transport, which helped reduce fuel consumption by about 72 million gallons of diesel and cutting down greenhouse gas emission by about 734,000 metric tons. Also, the adoption of more efficient transport has helped the company save an estimated $415 million. "Kimberly-Clark Receives U.S. EPA 2015 SmartWay® Excellence Award", Kimberly-Clark, October 14, 2015, © Kimberly-Clark Corporation

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Procter & Gamble Joins Petcore Europe October 13, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Procter & Gamble joined Petcore Europe, the organization representing the PET packaging industry in Europe. Based in Brussels, the group aims to ensure that the PET industry and related organizations are working together to enhance value and promote sustainable growth. It addresses issues affecting PET resin producers, packaging managers, recycling groups, and other stakeholders. Waqas Qureshi , "P&G boosts sustainability with Petcore Europe membership", Packaging News, October 13, 2015, © Packaging News

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L'Oreal Works To Promote Sustainability And Sustainable Consumption October 13, 2015: 12:00 AM EST L’Oreal aims to promote sustainable consumption and raise awareness about sustainability by expanding sustainable innovation and operations within its business, according to the company’s head of external affairs for the UK and Ireland, Katy Gandon. She said, the company’s sustainability initiatives serve to highlight the company’s scientific heritage, being founded by a scientist more than 100 years ago. L’Oreal launched the #changethenumbers campaign to highlight perceptions of women in science, which at the same time aims to challenge the public’s misconceptions about what or who makes a successful scientist. Mindi Chahal, "L’Oreal’s Katy Gandon on how having ‘brand purpose’ boosts the bottom line", Marketing Week, October 13, 2015, © Centaur Communications Ltd (a member of the Centaur Media plc group)

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Henkel Earns Spot On STOXX Sustainability Index For Fifth Year October 12, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Henkel was included in the STOXX Global ESG Leaders indices for the fifth year, a recognition of the company’s commitment to sustainability. Scoring significantly higher than the average ESG score of index components, Henkel was cited by STOXX Limited for its performance in absolute terms, as well as relative to its global industry peers. Based on STOXX data, Henkel is included in the top 5 percent of the 1,800 companies analyzed by the market research firm. "Henkel is among “best of the best” companies in global sustainability index", Henkel, October 12, 2015, © Henkel AG & Co. KGaA

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Majority Of Global Consumers Ready To Pay Extra For Environment-Friendly Products, Study Reveals October 12, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Among consumers worldwide, 66 percent said they would pay more for sustainable brands, according to the 2015 Nielsen Global Corporate Sustainability Report. Data revealed that sales of consumer goods from brands that have shown commitment to sustainability grew more than 4 percent worldwide, compared with less than 1 percent for brands that have not. Results of the survey which covered 30,000 consumers in 60 countries revealed 73 percent of millennials are willing to pay extra for sustainable products, compared with 50 percent in 2014. Also, 59 percent of respondents said a product’s health and wellness benefits are important factors when deciding which products to buy. "Consumer-Goods' Brands That Demonstrate Commitment to Sustainability Outperform Those That Don’t", Nielsen, October 12, 2015, © The Nielsen Company

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Bogobrush Toothbrush Offers Consumers Affordable Earth-Friendly Electric Toothbrush October 9, 2015: 12:00 AM EST John McDougall and his sister Heather McDougal launched the Bogobrush in 2012 to provide consumers with an affordable and sustainably manufactured electric toothbrush. Bogobrush is made of biodegradable materials and comes in a streamlined design. For every toothbrush sold, the company promises to donate one Bogobrush to a charitable organization. By paying $5 more, consumers can avail themselves of a simple stand designed to highlight the beauty of the $10 Bogobrush electric toothbrush. Andrew Conrad, "By Cutting Out the Clutter, A Toothbrush is Cleansing Teeth and the Production Line", PSFK.com, October 09, 2015, © PSFK

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L'Oreal Launches Initiative For Sustainable Quinoa Husk Sourcing October 7, 2015: 12:00 AM EST L’Oreal launched a partnership in Bolivia aimed at promoting the sustainable sourcing of quinoa husk for cosmetics applications. Through the partnership, L’Oreal aims to support sustainable production of the quinoa real variety by helping training local farmers on best agricultural practices, preventing soil erosion, and transferring scientific knowledge and expertise between the company and local partners. L’Oreal’s partners in the initiative are Andean Valley, a local firm which works directly with quinoa farmers; Proinpa, an organization promoting conservation and responsible use of natural resources in the country; and EcoTerra, a responsible importer. "L'Oreal Launches A Sustainable Quinoa Husk Sourcing Programme", L’Oréal, October 07, 2015, © L’Oréal

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Lush Cosmetics Justifies Use Of Images Of Naked Women In Ad Campaign October 6, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Lush Cosmetics defended its use of images of naked women in advertising campaigns in Australia and New Zealand. Upholding a complaint against the ads, the UK Advertising Standards Board said the ads, although not sexually explicit, were in conflict with “community expectations.” Lush Cosmetics said the campaign was aimed at highlighting the “excessive packaging” used for many cosmetics products. Kirstie McCrum, "Naked women's backsides ruled 'offensive' in advert for Lush cosmetics", The Daily Mirror Online, October 06, 2015, © MGN Ltd, part of Trinity Mirror plc

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No Sustainability Goals In Forthcoming U.S. Dietary Guidelines October 6, 2015: 12:00 AM EST The U.S. secretaries of agriculture and health have decided not to include food sustainability goals in the upcoming national dietary guidelines, though the guidelines advisory committee suggested it would be a good idea. It seems including sustainability guidance proved too controversial. USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack and HHS Secretary Sylvia Burwell said the guidelines would stick to the original mandate: “provide nutritional and dietary information.” Advocates say meat production, for example, requires a lot of land and water and also contributes to methane emissions, so some attention should be devoted to setting sustainability goals. The meat institute's CEO said sustainability is "an important food issue," but the secretaries’ decision was a good one. Allison Aubrey, "New Dietary Guidelines Will Not Include Sustainability Goal", National Public Radio, October 06, 2015, © npr

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Unilever Renews Pledge To Work For Nigerians' Welfare October 4, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Unilever Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to working for the welfare of Nigerians through the company’s sustainable living plan. Commenting on the United Nations’ recently approved sustainable development goals, Unilever Nigeria Plc managing director Yaw Nsarkoh highlighted the company’s Sustainable Living Plan. Launched in 2010, the initiative aims to grow the company’s business while reducing its impact on the environment and promoting sustainability. For example, Unilever’s Pepsodent brand partnered with the Nigerian Dental Association to improve professional dental standards in the country. "Unilever restates commitment sustainable development", The Nation, October 04, 2015, © THE NATION

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Unilever Joins Standard Chartered To Launch Support For UN's Sustainable Development Goals In Pakistan October 4, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Unilever Pakistan Limited partnered with Standard Chartered to launch a program aimed at educating 7 million people in the next seven days about the United Nations’ Global Goals for Sustainable Development. During a roundtable discussion, the companies and their partners led a dialogue on the country’s role in implementing the UN’s sustainability initiative in Pakistan. Built on the UN’s Millennium Development Goals announced in 2000, the Sustainable Development Goals seek to ensure the health, safety, and future of the planet. "Project Everyone: Companies pledge to educate 7 million people in 7 days", The Express Tribune, October 04, 2015, © The Express Tribune News Network

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UK Scientists Work To Develop Environment-Friendly Chemicals For Perfume Industry September 29, 2015: 12:00 AM EST A group of scientists from the University of Manchester is working to develop environment-friendly chemicals for use in the perfume and fragrance industry in Europe. With a budget of £8.5 million, and in partnership with DSM Chemical Technology R&D BV, the project will be part of the Horizon 2020 EU initiative, ROBOX, aimed at creating sustainable chemicals for the perfume and food industries. Under the project’s guidelines, the scientists will develop alternatives to chemical oxidations, which are harmful to the environment. Andrew McDougall, "Scientists to develop green chemicals for perfume as part of new EU project", CosmeticDesign-europe.com, September 29, 2015, © William Reed Business Media SAS

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Target Adds More Chemicals To Its List Of Banned Ingredients September 28, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Target Corp. released an expanded list of chemicals it wants suppliers to remove from their products. Part of the retailer’s efforts to respond to consumer health concerns, the list includes almost 600 ingredients on Health Canada’s lineup of banned cosmetic ingredients. Also on the list is triclosan, an antibacterial agent being reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. has a similar program aimed at encouraging suppliers to remove harmful chemicals from their products. Lauren Coleman-Lochner and Shannon Pettypiece, "Target Expands List of Chemicals It Wants Out of Consumer Goods", Bloomberg, September 28, 2015, © Bloomberg

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Method Opens Environment-Friendly Factory In Chicago September 26, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Method, a manufacturer of environment-friendly cleaning products, opened its first factory in Chicago. According to company co-founder Adam Lowry, Method wants to become “the most sustainable and the most socially beneficial company in the world.” Guided by this view, Method’s Chicago facility is designed to be eco-friendly, including features, such as the world’s largest rooftop farm. Also, the building is partly powered by its own wind turbine and solar panels. Chicago offered the company $8.1 million in tax breaks to encourage Method to locate the factory within the city limits. Method manufactures detergents and soaps that it claims do not harm consumers and the environment. "Eco-friendly detergents: Green wash", The Economist , September 26, 2015, © The Economist Newspaper Limited

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Nine More Companies Join Campaign To Promote Renewable Electricity September 23, 2015: 12:00 AM EST The U.K.-based Climate Group announced that nine major companies have joined 27 others in a year-old initiative known as RE100, pledging to source 100 percent of their electricity from renewable energy to reduce CO2 emissions. The newly-added members are Goldman Sachs, Johnson & Johnson, NIKE, Procter & Gamble, Salesforce, Starbucks, Steelcase, Voya Financial, and Walmart. The goal of RE100 is to massively increase private sector demand for renewable power, accelerate the transformation of the global energy market, and enable the transition to a prosperous low-carbon future. "Fortune 500 listed companies pledge to use 100% renewable electricity", News release, The Climate Group, September 23, 2015, © The Climate Group

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Johnson & Johnson Announces Energy And Sustainability Objectives September 23, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Johnson & Johnson pledged to reduce its absolute carbon emissions 20 percent by 2020 and 80 percent by 2050. In partnership with the 2015 Climate Week event in New York City, the company also promised to purchase or produce 20 percent of electricity from clean and renewable sources by 2020. Also, the company aims to power all its facilities with renewable energy systems by 2050. "Johnson & Johnson Commits to New Energy and Climate Goals", Johnson & Johnson, September 23, 2015, © Johnson & Johnson Services Inc.

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Earth-Friendly Diapers Offer Manufacturers Way To Grow Revenue September 20, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Makers of diapers can grow their revenue in the U.S. market, which remained flat in constant retail value at $5.9 billion and grew at a rate lower than 1 percent in 2014, by offering environment-friendly and sustainably made products. Growing demand for “green” diapers is highlighted by the growth in revenue performance of The Honest Company, currently valued at $1.7 billion and mainstream manufacturer Kimberly Clark’s launch of Huggies Pure & Natural in 2009. Manufacturers looking at the natural diapers segment, however, should keep in mind that their target customers are likely well informed about sustainability-related issues and that millennial parents put much emphasis on value for money when buying. Jabel Parayil, "Green Diapers: Balancing Demand and Expectations", Euromonitor International, September 20, 2015, © Euromonitor International

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German Retailer Takes Top Honors For Sustainability Efforts September 16, 2015: 12:00 AM EST German retailer Metro Group was ranked first in the retail category of the 2015 international Dow Jones Sustainability Index. The Dow sustainability analysts cited Metro Group’s activities in the ecological and economic field, including a “positive trend” in the areas of greenhouse gas emissions, power and water consumption, and waste volumes. The Sustainability Indices list the companies with the best ecological, social and economic performance in their respective industry. The world rankings include about 10 percent of the companies from each industry among the top 2,500 companies listed in the S&P Global Broad Market Index. "Metro Group is the industry leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices", News release, Metro Group, September 16, 2015, © Metro Group

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Procter & Gamble Partners With World Wildlife Fund To Reduce Own Greenhouse Gas Emissions September 16, 2015: 12:00 AM EST Procter & Gamble said it aims to cut absolute greenhouse gas emissions from its facilities by 30 percent by 2020. Developed in partnership with World Wildlife Fund, the goal is based on current science and signals a significant milepost for P&G’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Also, P&G said it is joining WWF’s Climate Savers Program, which seeks to enable leadership companies to work together and support their climate change efforts. "P&G Announces New Goal to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 30%", Procter & Gamble, September 16, 2015, © Procter & Gamble

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Unilever Scores High In Sustainability Ratings September 10, 2015: 12:00 AM EST An independent system of rating a company's  sustainability record has named Unilever an industry leader in food, beverages and tobacco. The Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) industry group leader report, compiled by RobecoSAM and Dow Jones, measures company performance across economic, environmental and social criteria. Unilever is one of only 24 companies to be named an industry group leader. It achieved a score of 92 out of 100. "Unilever named as an industry leader in DJSI", News release, Unilever, September 10, 2015, © Unilever

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EPA Partners With Unilever To Assess Risks Of Chemicals Used In Consumer Goods September 8, 2015: 12:00 AM EST The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Unilever are working together to find a way to test the safety of thousands of chemicals used in consumer goods without using animals. According to the EPA, the new testing methods represent a “paradigm shift” in chemical safety testing and risk assessment because they will be faster, safer and “more relevant to humans.” The EPA will provide data gathered from automated chemical screening technologies. Unilever will estimate exposures from these chemicals based on its experiences using chemicals in consumer products. The combined information will be used to create a risk assessment. An EPA spokesman said the research will lead to better ways to “evaluate the potential human health effects of new ingredients and chemicals we currently know little about.” "U.S. EPA and Unilever Announce Major New Research Collaboration to Advance Non-Animal Approaches for Chemical Risk Assessment", News release, EPA, September 08, 2015, © EPA

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L'Oreal Supports Solvay's Sustainable Guar Farming Initiative In India September 3, 2015: 12:00 AM EST L’Oreal partnered with chemicals company Solvay to promote sustainable agricultural practices among guar bean farmers in Bikaner, a desert region in India’s Rajasthan state. Launched in 2013 by Solvay’s Novecare Global Business Unit, and also implemented by nongovernment group TechnoServe, the Sustainable Guar Initiative seeks to equip farmers with the “tools and knowledge” for cultivating the crop using good farming practices. Guar is the main resource for many farming communities in India’s semi-arid regions; however, yields are unpredictable, due to farmers’ reliance on monsoon rains. "Solvay and L’Oréal team up to promote sustainable practices among guar bean farmers in India", Solvay, September 03, 2015, © Solvay

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