Canada Goose sets ambitious sustainability goals, but stops short of going fur-free
Canada Goose's main focus for the rest of the year will be finding ways to replace all materials with more sustainable alternatives.
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Chick-fil-A pilots robot delivery as investment in autonomous tech grows
The QSR has partnered with Kiwibot to fulfill off-premise orders with roving bots that can complete deliveries in 30 minutes on average for $1.99.
Maryland governor allows organics diversion mandate to become law
The policy is set to take effect for large generators in 2023, after years of attempts. Proponents hope it will spur development of new regional composting and anaerobic digestion infrastructure.
Plumbworld sales up 30% as it targets £100m by 2022
Online plumbing retailer Plumbworld has reported a 30% growth in sales from £47.4 million to £61.5m for the year to December 2020.
The Honest Co. files to go public
The consumer products company says it gets more than half its revenue from just three retailers: Target, Amazon and Costco.
The pandemic brings supply chains out of the shadows and CSCOs into the spotlight
C-suites and boardrooms recognize how crucial the supply chain function is, which provides an opportunity for CSCOs to push for strategic value in their roles.
Lamb Weston reports higher transport costs after pivot to spot trucking
The company usually relies more on rail for moving inventory from factories to distribution centers, but changes in production schedules necessitated a more flexible transportation option.
Impossible Foods preparing to go public with $10B valuation, Reuters reports
Speculation about when the plant-based meat company would hit the markets has been rampant for years, and the wire service says it is mulling either a traditional IPO or a SPAC deal.
Asos sets record-breaking result
Just like many other retailers who solely operate online, Asos has benefited greatly in recent months from the coronavirus crisis. Especially the profit of the British fashion webshop rose spectacularly, which opens doors to further expansion.
Ron Gonen on 'waste profiteers,' transforming the recycling industry and getting serious about ESG
The Closed Loop Partners CEO and author of new book "The Waste-Free World" shares his views on how CPG companies, service providers, local governments and consumers must adapt to build a more circular economy.
SK Group takes cornerstone stake in VinMart parent
South Korea’s third largest conglomerate SK Group has acquired 16.26 per cent stake in Masan Group’s VinCommerce for US$410 million.
Shoppers spent US$900bn more online last year – and the trend will stick - Internet Retailing
Consumers worldwide spent an additional US$900 billion online last year as the Covid-19 crisis forced people to stay home and observe social distancing.
Impossible Foods Partners With VWS To Launch Initiative Celebrating Women Food Tech Leaders
Women Building the Future is now searching for nominations of women leaders from diverse backgrounds, working on food and sustainability.
Rare earth sustainability critical for green revolution
Investment in the supply of rare earths, including better waste management and recycling, is essential if the UK is going to undergo a green industrial
Roundup: Biden infrastructure plan light on waste details, report highlights recycling data gap
The sector reacts to the president's $2 trillion proposal, Eunomia digs into state recycling performance, organics pilots are on the rise, New York City is tackling litter and more local stories from around the country
Apple announces investment and strategic partnership with UnitedMasters, a platform for independent music artists
Apple has announced that is leading a $50 million investment round in company UnitedMasters, a firm that aims to help...
