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iPhone or iExploit? Rampant Labor Violations in Apple’s Supply Chain Persist
A new report published by China Labor Watch demonstrates that the same legal and ethical violations that attracted media attention in 2012 continue unabated at Apple supplier factories today.
Building Responsible & Resilient Supply Chains
Supply chains have become global and highly complex, building and maintaining a resilient supply chain is a key success factor for businesses operating in a fast-changing world.
US Regulators Unveil Final Rule on Truck Emissions
The Obama administration today issued aggressive new emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks, new rules that are expected to achieve better fuel efficiency and a bigger cut in pollution than the version first proposed last year.
Fashion Transparency Index
The first edition of the Fashion Transparency Index includes 40 of the biggest global fashion brands, which we have selected based on annual turnover, and we relied on publicly available financial information to choose this selection of brands and their inclusion was not voluntary.
Index Report Calls for Fashion Industry to Step-Up Supply Chain Transparency
Many companies do not really know where their clothes are being made, and the vast majority of today’s fashion brands do not own their manufacturing facilities, making it difficult to monitor working conditions throughout the supply chain.
VW’s U.S. Diesel Emissions Settlement to Cost $15B
Volkswagen AG's settlement with nearly 500,000 U.S. diesel owners and government regulators over polluting vehicles is valued at more than $15 billion cash, two sources briefed on the matter said on Monday.
Tesla Offers To Buy Solar Panel Maker SolarCity
Elon Musk is on the brink of acquiring the the next critical component in a solar-electric transportation future, Tesla Motors just made an offer to buy SolarCity, one of the largest solar providers in the country.
Make Rules on Human Rights Binding for Global Supply Chain Businesses
Delegates at the 2016 International Labour Conference should initiate a process to develop a binding, international convention to protect human rights in global supply chains, Human Rights Watch said in a report released yesterday.
NIKE Unveils Its Most Advanced, Most Sustainable Distribution Center
NIKE, Inc. today unveiled the latest expansion of its European Logistics Campus in Belgium that will accelerate the company’s drive to serve consumers faster, through a more responsive, agile supply chain.
Celebrate Sustainability with Earth Day
Observed every April 22 since 1970, Earth Day serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting our planet.
The Supply Chain Disruption No One Is Talking About
Today is Earth Day, and if your supply chain is predominately comprised of over-the-road moves, then you are in a good position to reduce your organization’s carbon emissions and lower its overall transportation costs.
The Rise of Refurbished Products
Many manufacturers and retailers have viewed refurbished products as a lesser priority...however, recent research shows there is real value in applying strategic planning to this area of business.
Apple’s 2016 Supplier Responsibility Report Outlines Milestone on Eliminating Conflict Minerals
Apple has been working since 2010 to remove minerals connected to its supply chain, and while it isn’t yet declaring its products totally conflict-free, the company said all of its 242 smelters and refiners of tin, tantalum, tungsten and gold are now subject to third-party audits.
What Apple’s Reuse Robot Says About Sustainability and Technology
True innovation means considering what happens to a product at every stage of its life cycle, and Apple's reuse robot, called Liam, disassembles your iPhone when it’s no longer functioning, so the materials inside can live on.
UPS Invests $100 Million in Compressed Natural Gas Vehicles and Related Infrastructure
UPS is looking past the low diesel prices and plans on spending $100 million on a dozen compressed natural gas stations and 380 new tractors throughout the U.S. as part of an effort to achieve 1 billion miles with alternative fuel vehicles by the end of 2017.
5 Core Competencies of Sustainability Leadership
A competency model is a roadmap for seeking and developing ideal employees. In short, it defines the criteria guiding HR processes such as recruitment and selection, training and development, and compensation.
Medium-Term Oil Market Report 2016 - Summary
Global oil supply growth is plunging as an extended period of low prices takes its toll, the International Energy Agency said in its annual Medium-Term Oil Market Report.
Achieving Zero Waste Across The Value Chain
Over 600 Unilever sites around the world have now eliminated non-hazardous* waste to landfill, and this marks a new milestone in Unilever's journey to achieve zero waste across their value chain.
How Collaboration in Global Supply Chains is Critical for Tackling Climate Change
From changing routes of supply, to resource scarcity and extreme weather events, climate change has huge implications for global supply chains.
Supply Chain Sustainability Revealed: A Country Comparison
Suppliers in USA, Brazil, China and India least resilient against climate change risks finds new global study from CDP and Accenture.
Featured Companies
Giving food manufacturers and retailers the control to ensure that you have the right supplier, the right product, the right quality at the best price possible.
Nikola Motor Company designs and manufactures electric vehicles, vehicle components, energy storage systems, and electric vehicle drivetrains. NMC is led by its visionary CEO Trevor Milton (twitter: @nikolatrevor), who has assembled one of the most talented teams in the country…
Acuity Brands is the North American market leader and one of the world’s leading providers of lighting solutions for both indoor and outdoor applications. We provide customer-driven smart and simple lighting solutions that offer quality lighting and value-added benefits…
Renewable Energy Group, Inc. is leading the energy and transportation industries’ transition to sustainability by converting renewable resources into high-quality, sustainable fuels. Renewable Energy Group is an international producer of sustainable fuels that significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions to immediately…
Through shared truckload shipping, Flock Freight sets a higher standard of service in an industry that’s plagued by inefficiency. Our proprietary technology combines shipments that are moving in the same direction onto a single multi-stop truckload. By moving freight…
Environmental Defense Fund
Environmental Defense Fund’s mission is to preserve the natural systems on which all life depends. Guided by science and economics, we find practical and lasting solutions to the most serious environmental problems. What distinguishes Environmental Defense Fund is the…
Four Twenty Seven provides innovative tools and services to organizations seeking to understand climate impacts, assess risks to their operations or their stakeholders, and increase their resilience by developing and implementing climate adaptation measures.
Brown Integrated Logistics
Brown Integrated Logistics provides world-class services and solutions including third-party logistics, brokerage, warehousing, fleet maintenance, and dedicated trucking.
Big Ass Fan Company is the leading manufacturer of huge ceiling fans for large industrial, agricultural, commercial and residential settings. Big Ass Fans range in size from 6 feet to 24 feet in diameter, using low horsepower motors to generate energy-efficient air…
Ceres is a non-profit organization advocating for sustainability leadership. We mobilize a powerful network of investors, companies and public interest groups to accelerate and expand the adoption of sustainable business practices and solutions to build a healthy global economy.
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