Tag: sustainability

Carlsberg Group’s 2017 Sustainability Report shows good progress in Together Towards ZERO

Stuart Mitchell

The Carlsberg Group’s 2017 Sustainability Report shows good progress of the Group’s new sustainability programme, Together Towards ZERO. Headline results include a 16% reduction in carbon emissions and a 6% reduction in water use since 2015, as well as the elimination of coal as a source of energy at nine breweries in China. Launched in June 2017, Together Towards ZERO calls for strong action in the face of complex sustainability challenges such as climate change, access to water resources and public health concerns. It consists of four major ambitions –…

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Dunkin’ Donuts to Eliminate Foam Cups Worldwide in 2020

Stuart Mitchell

As part of its commitment to serve both people and the planet responsibly, Dunkin’ Donuts, a leading retailer of hot, brewed coffee, today announced plans to eliminate all polystyrene foam cups in its global supply chain beginning in spring 2018, with a targeted completion date of 2020. In U.S. restaurants, Dunkin’ Donuts will replace the foam cup with a new, double-walled paper cup. The majority of Dunkin’ Donuts’ international markets are currently using paper cups, and the brand will work with its franchisees to eliminate foam cups from the remaining…

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John Legere Throws Down $1.5 million #CleanUpWireless Challenge

Stuart Mitchell

T-Mobile recently committed to 100% renewable energy by 2021. They have used this to try and push the other big networks to follow suit. Their lack of action in this direction was deemed not good enough by their CEO and president John Legere.  Today, John is throwing down the gauntlet and kicked off the #CleanUpWireless Challenge. T-Mobile have committed $500,000 to a non-profit dedicated to advancing clean energy initiatives. They have also thrown down the challenge to their two biggest rivals. The company stated: “If one of AT&T or Verizon…

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H&M Unveils Latest Sustainably-Led Sport Collection

Stuart Mitchell

It has not been a good few weeks for H&M with such a well publicised misstep. The brand will need to work hard to come back from this but they have also recently launched their new sustainable line which I think is important to showcase, as it is a nice ethical product with an inclusive campaign. H&M have announced that their latest sport collection is made solely from sustainable materials, blending fashionable design with highly functional details. Inspired by nature and strong women, the collection will be available in select…

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Anheuser-Busch Aims for a more Sustainable Supply Chain with Pre-Orders of Tesla Electric Self-Driving Trucks

Stuart Mitchell

Anheuser-Busch today announced it has placed an order for 40 Tesla semi-trucks as part of a company-wide strategy to employ cutting-edge technology to reduce the environmental impact and increase the efficiency of its operations. The 40 semi-trucks, which represent one of Tesla’s largest reported pre-orders, will be fully electric-powered and equipped with autonomous driving capabilities, as part of the company’s commitment to improving road safety and reducing carbon emissions. Integrating the Tesla semi-trucks into the brewer’s distribution network will help Anheuser-Busch achieve its commitment to reduce its operational carbon footprint…

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