Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility

McDonald's Franchisee Plans Sustainable Sourcing for Packaging, Palm Oil, Fish

July 31, 2017

The world's largest McDonald's franchisee, Arcos Dorados, recently said in a sustainability report that its large footprint across Latin America and the Caribbean means that it must "take a leadership role" in terms of implementing programs that will improve its environmental impact.

Traces of Controversial Herbicide Were Found in Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream

July 31, 2017

The New York Times

A growing number of foods commonly found in kitchens across America have tested positive for glyphosate, the herbicide that is the main ingredient in the popular consumer pesticide Roundup, which is widely used in agriculture.

Free Website Provides Corporate Environmental Financial Disclosures

July 27, 2017

Environmental Leader

A free website has launched that allows investors and the general public to research corporate environmental financial disclosures.

How thredUP Upends the Thrift-Shop Concept

July 26, 2017

Apparel

It's a sign of the times that an online secondhand apparel store is running a national TV advertising campaign - and that there is a large online secondhand apparel store to begin with.

Water Reduction, Energy Efforts Achieve $72,000 Savings at Meat Processing Plant

July 25, 2017

Environmental Leader

Italian meat processor and producer Inalca SpA's projects to reduce water and energy use at its plant in Rieti, Italy, resulted in annual savings of 3.7 million gallons of water and more than $72,000.

DHL Launches Green E-Commerce Deliveries in Vietnam

July 24, 2017

Air Cargo World

DHL eCommerce has launched a domestic delivery service in Vietnam, helping small, medium and large e-tailers by handling cash-on-delivery services for customers that lack online payment ability.

Can Meal Kit Delivery Services Forge Sustainable Supply Chains?

July 24, 2017

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Meal kit delivery services are taking the internet by storm. But can they deliver a supply chain that makes economic sense?

Retailers Bank on Environmentally Friendly Clothing for Increased Sales

July 21, 2017

Environmental Leader

Many shoppers will shell out a little more money if they know a product, especially clothing, is environmentally friendly, market researchers report.

High Steaks Gamble: How Belcampo Is Trying to Profit From Raising Premium Beef

July 21, 2017

Forbes

Anya Fernald has long been fascinated by food production.

How E-tailers Are Creating a Compelling 'Unboxing Experience'

July 21, 2017

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

E-commerce retailers today aren't just focusing on the products they sell. They're also paying close attention to the boxes they come in.

Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions for sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) and their impact on supply chain management. New customer expectations for green and ethical products and practices are transforming the way companies do business — and requiring more supply chain transparency than ever before. As solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are leveraging sustainability and CSR to stay ahead of the competition in their industries.