Coty to make fragrances from carbon-captured ethanol
According to the company, its carbon-captured ethanol involves nearly zero water consumption and reduces the need for agricultural land
Consumers have given up on their governments to save the planet
“What is viewed by many as the continued failure of governments to act on climate change now sees consumers putting their hope in the commercial sector where they believe there is a greater desire to act quickly.”
Cool eco-friendly pet brands in the US
While we love spoiling our furry (or scaly) pals, they too can leave carbon pawprints.
Maybelline New York launches sustainability program with 2030 target
The Conscious Together initiative includes converting to 100-per-cent recycled plastic packaging.
Family-owned business from Chesapeake Bay makes alt-seafood from plants
According to the company, mimicking seafood flavours using plants wasn’t easy, but it can be done.
Timberland launches Timberloop take-back program
Participants in the Timberloop program will also receive a 10 per cent discount toward their next purchase.
9 Innovative food waste solutions around the world
Scientists, innovators, and social entrepreneurs are beginning to develop solutions to tackle food waste. We’ve chosen nine of them.
Vejii acquires plant-based products marketplace Vedgeco
The acquisition, valued at US$6.25 million, is expected to drive synergies across purchasing, customer service, technology, and logistics for the two companies.
KFC adds plant-based Beyond Fried Chicken to its menu
The first iteration of Beyond Fried Chicken was first introduced in 2019 as a part of a limited-run test in Atlanta.
Fashion giants join $21.6m funding round for circular fashion tech company Ambercycle
H&M, Bestseller and Zalando back venture to create new materials from discarded apparel.
Doosan Bobcat unveils the world’s first all-electric compact front-end loader
The T7X boasts of being the first loader of its kind, fully powered by lithium-ion batteries.
Plant-based meat companies in the US you should know
Plant-based food sales are booming, from startups to multinational companies, manufacturers are rapidly evolving to adapt to consumer demand.
Teen repurposes ropes into dog leashes for animal shelters
Alexander Tsao, an avid rock climber, noticed that the ropes in his local gym were frequently being replaced with new ones.
Havaianas owner takes major stake in sustainable shoemaker Rothy’s
In less than a decade, Rothy’s has transformed from a two-person passion project into a successful, sustainable and innovative company and redefined the shoe category.
The 10 fashion brands that care most about animal welfare
“Our report shows that despite high community expectations for animal welfare, most fashion brands still know extraordinarily little of the conditions faced by animals within their supply chains.” shares Medcalf.