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How to talk about racial justice in sustainability

GreenBiz

How to talk about racial justice in sustainability. Sustainability centers around leaving the world a better place for the next generation. However, sustainability practices have notoriously catered to the wants and needs of the wealthier majority, while excluding the most vulnerable communities by lack of engagement and practice.

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A 20/20 view of sustainable packaging

GreenBiz

A 20/20 view of sustainable packaging. Sustainable packaging is a keystone issue for corporate sustainability. Then the pandemic hit, and the market changed — characterized by higher demand for single-use packages and bags, and lower availability of recycled materials. Recycling takes center stage.

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20 C-suite sustainability champions for 2021

GreenBiz

20 C-suite sustainability champions for 2021. These 20 C-suite executives have steered their companies forward through much disruption, providing inspiration for the possibilities of advancing sustainability, social responsibility and circular business models — sometimes all at once. Elsa Wenzel. Mon, 01/11/2021 - 02:15.

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Supporting Business in the Race to Create the World’s Most Sustainable Package

GreenBiz

Supporting Business in the Race to Create the World’s Most Sustainable Package. Only 9% of all plastic is recycled and it can take hundreds of years to degrade. Recycling is critical, but the world cannot rely on that alone. Partnering with consumers to secure recycling behavior change . taylor flores.

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Reduce, reuse, recycle, register?

GreenBiz

Consumer interest in the use of recycled materials, so-called recyclates, is on the rise. Using recycled materials in products is just one way companies can reduce their impact on the environment, and as GreenBiz readers are well aware, this practice has been growing across a surprising breadth of industries.

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MINI Strip car uses 3D printing and recycled materials

Inhabitat - Innovation

With a focus on the future of sustainability in automotive design, the MINI Strip is a one-off car that resulted from a collaboration between two British brands. MINI and Paul Smith custom-made the vehicle, which premiered to the world in London in August 2021.

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Building a Sustainable Home with Recyclable Materials

Living Green Technology

As environmental concerns and sustainability gain more traction, using recyclable materials in house building has become a modern solution. Recyclable materials not only help reduce waste but also offer cost-effective alternatives for construction.