Say the word ‘sustainability’ to someone, and their immediate thoughts may gravitate towards initiatives around the environment. This connection is hardly surprising considering the increased awareness among consumers to do more for the planet. In fact, 68% of highly empowered
Lidl GB today announces that, alongside one of its longest-standing suppliers, Wyke Farms, it is to create carbon-neutral Cheddar by the end of 2021. This is part of Lidl’s commitment to reduce carbon across its supply chain and support more
A decade ago, sustainability was a cause championed by a visionary minority in fashion. Now, a better understanding of fashion’s environmental footprint and growing consumer demand for sustainable apparel means this is an issue for all brands and retailers, and
Sustainability is a competitive imperative for fashion brands, says Luca Tonello, sales director at DedaGroup Stealth The pressure on brands to demonstrate sustainability has intensified during the Covid crisis and there may never be a return to the old normal. So,
A new report published today reveals that 75% of UK shoppers want supermarkets to only stock food from sustainable and ethical sources. Adding even more pressure for retailers already on the frontline of heightened consumer demands, 72%of UK shoppers also
Aldi is set to unveil a new television commercial, entitled ‘Everyday Amazing’, which will screen during Emmerdale at 7.15pm. The commercial is part of a new integrated campaign that marks a new positioning for the retailer, showing there is so
Taste is a key driver of behaviour when it comes to the food we buy and eat with almost two thirds of consumers across the continent (64%) believing that sustainably grown vegetables taste better. This was the finding of a recent
Kellogg’s has enlisted a ‘compost chef’ as it begins working towards its landmark sustainability commitment to more than halve its greenhouse emissions. Renowned soils expert Anna Becvar is working with Kellogg’s British farmers to ensure the health and sustainability of their
Unilever’s Sustainable Living brands continue to show superior performance, as the company reports on the fifth year of progress of the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan. Consumers expect more of brands and businesses now – and they reward those that deliver
Chalhoub Group, a leading partner for luxury across the Middle East, has launched the Group’s third white paper, ‘Luxury in the Gulf: A Sustainable Future?’ at the Responsible Business Summit. Detailed knowledge of the Middle East and its people is at the forefront
Benetton Group has been ranked by Greenpeace as one of the world’s most sustainable companies, thanks to its global commitment to protecting the environment, product safety, and transparency of supply chain information. This major recognition – following the one the company received in 2013
Patchwork Pâté, the British producer of handmade foods from the Welsh countryside, received a visit from Clwyd West MP, David Jones, to view the recently installed 90kW biomass pellet boiler heating system, which is a part of a flourishing sustainability plan.
The Sustainability Fruits and Vegetables Initiative (SIFAV) claims that when it comes to preserving farmers’ ability to produce healthy vegetables in the long run, nothing short of 100% sustainability will do. Jumbo, C1000, Ahold, ICA, Coop and Lidl are just a
Unilever has published its sustainable palm oil progress report, highlighting significant steps forward in the traceability of palm oil from known sources. All palm oil directly sourced for its European Foods business will be 100% traceable and certified sustainable by the
Kingfisher Group has appointed 2degrees, the global collaboration platform for sustainable business, to help drive the progress of its restorative Net Positive approach to business across its global operating companies. Mainstreaming sustainability into the heart of the business is a
Bord Bia, the Irish Food Board, has appointed 2degrees to collaborate on the development, implementation and management of an online platform to facilitate programs and engagement within the Irish food and drink industry on sustainability issues. The Origin Green Platform will
The Midcounties Co-operative has reduced its carrier bag usage by 1.3 million this year, as part of its commitment to defend the environment across its stores. Colleagues have been given tips to help cut back on the amount of carrier
Unilever is using a new app from Muddy Boots Software, a provider of quality assurance and compliance solutions for the food supply chain, to gain immediate access to sustainability achievements from its suppliers. The Greenlight Assessments iPad App enhances Muddy
2degrees, a leading community for sustainable business, is calling for inspiring examples of sustainable business practice to enter its annual 2degrees Champions Awards, as its deadline of 14 February 2014 draws closer. Voted by industry peers, the 2degrees Champions Awards are the
2degrees, a leading community for sustainable business, has published a report which reveals some of the world’s largest retailers and businesses are missing opportunities to cut energy costs by failing to implement proven energy saving measures. The findings also show
Alan Davey, director of innovation, LINPAC Packaging, explores the role packaging plays in reducing waste and achieving sustainability targets If plastic packaging was invented today it would be regarded as one of the greatest technological innovations to rank alongside the
Most British shoppers don’t feel able to make a difference to global warming or the environment through the decisions they make when food and grocery shopping, according to research released by IGD ShopperVista. Only 42% feel empowered to make a
Retailers and manufacturers can rebuild reputation through ethical supply chain management, argues Anna McAvoy, director at Millward Brown Corporate Practice, a specialist in business, stakeholder management and reputation research The repercussions of the clothing factory collapse in Bangladesh and Europe’s ‘horsemeat
Unilever’s biggest food brand Knorr has announced great progress on its commitment to sustainably sourcing its agricultural ingredients and revealed the results of a new global consumer survey looking at shopping attitudes and purchase behaviour. The study shows food sustainability
The grocery industry can tackle big issues like youth unemployment and climate change if companies collaborate, according to Fiona Dawson, president at Mars UK and the IGD’s first female president. Speaking at the 2013 IGD Convention, Dawson acknowledged the industry
