New Platform Addresses ‘Intention-Action’ Gap For Impact-Driven ESG Investors

A simple, transparent, and customised investment platform which enables DIY investors to back companies and industries that share their ethical values has launched today. Inspired by the thought of overcoming the unreasonable difficulty of making values-driven investment decisions and implementing these, GOODFOLIO was conceived to help investors manage this challenge. Having developed in-house tools to efficiently scan and scrutinise investments for more effective alignment with values and preferences, GOODFOLIO is now onboarding clients. Global ESG and impact funds are forecast to reach $55 trillion in value by 2025 (source), growing…

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Ferrero publishes third CFI Progress Report

In partnership with the Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana governments, and leading cocoa and chocolate companies, Ferrero has published its third annual report showcasing the progress of the Cocoa & Forests Initiative (CFI) – a comprehensive programme of projects delivered across both countries to help end deforestation and preserve valuable forests. In the context of the COVID-19 global pandemic, 2020-21 presented additional challenges for Ferrero cocoa farmers and suppliers. This unprecedented situation required increased efforts to address these challenges, but certain projects also surpassed goals, in some cases doubling original targets…

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tentreeⓇ to launch Circularity by tentree program to keep secondhand clothing out of landfills

tentreeⓇ is thrilled to announce the launch of their new Circularity by tentree program, a one-of-a-kind initiative that will bring the brand closer to a full closed-loop process by offering solutions for customers to resell or recycle their used tentree clothing through partner programs Treet and SuperCircle.  An estimated 11 million tons of textile waste made their way into landfills in 2018, up 170% since 2000. Depending on the type of fabric, articles of clothing can sit in landfills for centuries without breaking down. Circularity by tentree is the first…

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Over 80% of investors say lack of climate action could lead to stranded assets inmeat and dairy sector

A new report from the Changing Markets Foundation warns that profits are at risk if investors do not engage with the meat and dairy industry to cut methane emissions and other climate pollutants. The research commissioned by the Changing Markets Foundation, made up of over 200 respondents from the investment community, highlighted that there is a recognition of climate change being a material risk to meat and dairy industry–related investments, with 84% stating that a lack of climate mitigation could lead to stranded assets in the sector. Food production –…

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The One Club and 3% Movement Name Initial Jury for Next Creative Leaders 2022

The One Club for Creativity and The 3% Movement have announced the initial group of top creatives from 17 countries who will serve on the global jury for Next Creative Leaders 2022, a free competition recognizing women and non-binary creatives on the rise. Now in its eighth year, Next Creative Leaders is a free portfolio competition that identifies, celebrates, and gives a global platform to talented women and non-binary creatives who are making their mark on the world with both their work and a unique point of view on creative…

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