In theory, eco-labels have great potential to reduce the environmental and social impact of products via consumer choice. In practice, the diffusion of eco-labels remains limited, with consumers expressing concerns about their value. One problem is a perceived tradeoff between the eco-label sustainable attributes and the quality of the product.
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The metal recycling industry is growing, and it’s a race for recycling companies to get the right candidates learning the ropes of this niche sector. In today’s market, there are roughly ten jobs for every individual candidate actively seeking work, making specialist support a must for most businesses. Our technical sector specialist, Danielle (Dani) Bonnelykke, will lead the partnership, with BMRA focusing on waste management recruitment solutions and offering discounted rates to member companies.
The Sustainable Inclusive Business (SIB) Kenya is calling on government and businesses to embrace circular economy noting that Kenya’s economy cannot thrive in the long run without a deliberate shift to a system that restores and regenerates natural resources. A circular economy is an economic system that eliminates waste by promoting better designs, reuse, take-back schemes and recycling. “Circular economy won’t just happen; it will wait till everyone takes individual and corporate responsibility and it requires intention and design,” said Ms. Karin Boomsma, the Centre’s Project Director.
An event report from Sustain OSS 2020. I learned about community-first governance and co-created blueprints for Principles of Authentic Participation.
Environmental sustainability at events Interesting interview with Jamie White, award-winning Irish entrepreneur and founder of Leading Social and The Unive
I recently had the chance to look back at some of the Plastics Division’s environmental stewardship programs, and I’m struck by how our engagement on the marine litter/plastic waste issue has grown.