Day: 9 June 2018

State Street’s Corporate Responsibility Report Highlights Goals for Improving Workforce Diversity and Reducing Environmental Impact

Stuart Mitchell

State Street Corporation has announced the release of its 2017 Corporate Responsibility (CR) report, which highlights its commitment to the environment, corporate citizenship, as well as diversity and inclusion. “The world has changed dramatically since State Street’s founding more than 225 years ago,” said Jay Hooley, State Street chairman and CEO. “However, one constant for us is our commitment to conducting our business in a responsible manner. I am proud of the corporate responsibility accomplishments outlined in this report, and we are focused on delivering against our goals for the…

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Co-op set to be first in its “field” as it launches reverse vending machines at UK summer festivals

Stuart Mitchell

Co-op will become the first UK retailer to launch a deposit and return scheme (DRS) trial with reverse vending machines, as part of its commitment to increase recycling and reduce marine pollution. The landmark pilot initiative will see the DRS unveiled at a pop-up Co-op store at four major music festivals this summer. The reverse vending machines will be installed on-site at Co-op pop-up stores at Download (8-10 June), Latitude (12-15 July) and Reading and Leeds festivals (24-26 August). The move has been facilitated through a partnership with Festival Republic.…

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Unilever’s Sustainable Living Plan continues to fuel growth

Stuart Mitchell

Unilever has today revealed its fourth consecutive year of growth for its ‘sustainable living’ brands, which grew 46% faster than the rest of the business and delivered 70% of its turnover growth. All of Unilever’s brands are on a journey towards reducing their environmental footprint and increasing their positive social impact. Sustainable living brands are those that are furthest ahead on the journey to achieving the company’s ambitious sustainability goals. Figures revealed today show that: Unilever now has 26 sustainable living brands (up from 18 in 2016). New entrants include…

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Remit for ads appearing unlawfully in public places

Stuart Mitchell

The CAP has taken a decision to clarify the range of material which falls outside the scope of the CAP Code under the exclusion of flyposting. This exclusion will now refer to marketing which appears unlawfully in public places. CAP considers that the change will ensure that the spirit of the exclusion remains relevant and keeps apace with new technology for displaying advertising in public places, some of which is done so unlawfully. Currently, the Scope of the CAP Code provides the following: that the Code applies to posters and…

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WHO plan to eliminate industrially-produced trans-fatty acids from global food supply

Stuart Mitchell

The WHO have released REPLACE, a step-by-step guide for the elimination of industrially-produced trans-fatty acids from the global food supply. Eliminating trans fats is key to protecting health and saving lives: WHO estimates that every year, trans fat intake leads to  more than 500,000 deaths of people from cardiovascular disease. Industrially-produced trans fats are contained in hardened vegetable fats, such as margarine and ghee, and are often present in snack food, baked foods, and fried foods. Manufacturers  often use them as they have a longer shelf life than other fats.…

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