… combining the Strategy, CR, and Public Affairs functions together, to further integrate CR into the core of the business. AXA’s business had grown rapidly over the previous decades. … plan to grow the company. The plan called for harvesting slow-growing businesses in mature markets, investing in emerging markets, and reducing the company’s overall cost of … global brand name in insurance, and also the leading "green" insurance brand. Throughout its growth, AXA’s leadership had maintained an interest in corporate social …
… to build on. The success of the EVM wind farm had ignited Manuel Gómez Peña’s thinking about further renewable energy projects. Gómez, Walmart de México’s Director of … with the resources and expertise to build large-scale projects. Gómez also had to take into account Walmart de México’s capabilities and focus. While the company had made … or just concentrate on one technology? How could Walmart de México expand the program outside of Mexico to the other central American countries in which it operated? Was there a …
… much room to discuss real environmental action. Spotlight on Food and Agriculture Without a doubt, the conference emphasized the need for a business case when it comes to … place farmers at the forefront of regenerative agriculture initiatives. Without creating a market demand for the regenerative products farmers cultivate, sustainability efforts may … sustainability leaders inherited sustainability-related responsibilities or were promoted into their roles with limited environmental management experience, which demonstrates a …
… How might one go about preparing students for the immediate and future realities of climate change? At an … One that fostered belonging. In order to do the meaningful work this fellowship invited us into, we realized that we first had to be in relationship with one another. We first had to … bold assertions, and create meaningful communities. It is hard to engage in conversation about the world’s great challenges and our role as members of this planetary community if we …
… by NextCycle Washington, a ban on food waste in garbage in Seattle, and a materials marketplace to encourage reuse . Alongside a host of Yale alumni, a number of YSE and SOM … of Circularise . Its blockchain system allows various actors to verify product data throughout the supply chain. Thus, digital product passports back companies’ sustainability claims … companies accountable to “circularity” washing. Chemical Recycling Recycling can be divided into chemical and mechanical recycling. Mechanical recycling is more common and entails …
… Sozanski (YC '23), and Julian Rubinfien (YC '23). Their research focuses on making mass-market chemicals from sugar instead of oil. Their goal is to supplant petrochemistry and … Sozanski (YC '23), and Julian Rubinfien (YC '23). Their research focuses on making mass-market chemicals from sugar instead of oil. Their goal is to supplant petrochemistry and … Sozanski (YC '23), and Julian Rubinfien (YC '23). Their research focuses on making mass-market chemicals from sugar instead of oil. Their goal is to supplant petrochemistry and …
… “Over the years, I’ve helped to develop a number of courses at Yale. Peter’s course stands out in that the principles can be useful to anyone, regardless of their specific career or … well as the Distinguished Advisory Group for The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market. Read more about him here . 2380 8131 Corporate Sustainability Connected Leadership … Jan 30, 2023 Connected Leadership …
… We attended the conference as student volunteers, and it was a fascinating look into the world of sustainability professionals—a world that we may soon join. This year, we … energy use, but some companies are also considering how to reduce emissions broadly throughout their supply chains, where most emissions occur. Walmart has one of the world’s largest … demand has given new momentum to sustainability concerns. One of the most popular breakout sessions at GreenBiz was about integrating environmental, social and governance (ESG) …
… and evaluated approximately over 500 seafood products being offered by Coles supermarkets. With the results from that study, they showed the level of ecological risk … increase in sales volume of MSC and ASCcertified seafood products. But the effect rippled outward, impacting the whole supply chain by pushing Coles’ suppliers to join the ride to … increase in sales volume of MSC and ASCcertified seafood products. But the effect rippled outward, impacting the whole supply chain by pushing Coles’ suppliers to join the ride to …
… efficiency opportunities. Preparing for graduation next month, I am just as excited about a career in corporate sustainability. However, it is now generating top line growth that … risks, optimize resource consumption and minimize costs, and even captured a growing market demand for environmentally-sensitive products. Generally, these corporations have done well by doing less bad. We are now paddling into the third (and most powerful yet) wave of sustainability. According to Suzanne Benn, …