Day: 25 November 2025

Cascale Releases Higg MSI v3.11: New Cotton Data, Home Materials

Stuart Mitchell

Cascale has released version 3.11 of the Higg Materials Sustainability Index (Higg MSI), introducing new cotton datasets and expanded material categories for home furnishings. The update enhances data accuracy and supports more informed, science-based material choices across the consumer goods industry. Part of Cascale’s Higg Index suite, the Higg MSI is the industry’s most widely used standardized framework for measuring material impacts – from raw material extraction through manufacturing and finishing. Updated twice yearly, the tool ensures users have access to the most credible, current data available. The Higg MSI…

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New analysis reveals “The £1-3 million optimal wealth band”

Stuart Mitchell

When it comes to legacy giving, it’s not always the biggest estates that make the biggest difference. In a bid for greater understanding of this concept, we’ve taken a deep dive into our data and new analysis from Legacy Futures and Smee & Ford has revealed that estates worth £1-3 million are the most impactful group for charitable giving. Although they represent just 27% of total estate wealth, they contribute a significant 33% of all charitable bequests – worth £1.3 billion. The generosity of the “middle” While giving generally increases…

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Octopus Energy powers past 10 million customers globally

Stuart Mitchell

Octopus Energy has hit a major milestone, serving 10 million retail customers worldwide. The breakthrough underscores Octopus’ extraordinary trajectory driven by technology, innovation and customer-centricity, cementing its place as one of the world’s fastest-growing energy suppliers. In less than a decade, Octopus has risen from a tech challenger to the largest energy supplier in the UK, whilst branching out into new markets and industries. It operates a £7 billion renewables portfolio – one of the largest in Europe – as well as thriving EV leasing, heat pump and solar businesses.…

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New Benevity Impact Labs Research Reveals a Confidence Gap Among Global Grantmakers

Stuart Mitchell

Benevity Inc., the global provider of social impact software, today announced the release of a first-of-its-kind research report exploring the state of corporate grantmaking around the world. This latest report from the Benevity Impact Labs, The Grants Confidence Gap: Uncovering the Hidden Barriers to Effective Corporate Grantmaking, is based on responses from 120 global companies. The report reveals that while 74% of organizations say they are implementing best practices in grantmaking, only 51% feel they are doing so effectively exposing a lack of confidence in their work. This confidence gap…

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PRSA’s ICON 2025 Wraps, Showcases Storytelling, Leadership and the Future of Ethics in AI

Stuart Mitchell

The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) concluded its highly anticipated ICON 2025 Conference this week, drawing close to 2,100 communications professionals and students from across the nation for an event that celebrated storytelling, leadership and the evolving ethical landscape of artificial intelligence. Headlining the conference was Lauren Graham, award-winning actress, producer and New York Times best-selling author, who inspired attendees with a keynote on the power of authentic storytelling. Known for her beloved roles in “Gilmore Girls” and “Parenthood,” Graham shared how courage and creativity drive meaningful connection, themes…

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