Environmental sustainability
Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging have made a significant discovery in the field of sustainability research. According to their study, polyethylene furanoate (PEF) and Tritan copolyester are sustainable polyester polymers, offering a promising alternative to fossil-based polyethylene terephthalate (PET) in food packaging. The research found
Environmental sustainability
A new study by researchers from the University of Maine has found that stringent environmental policies are only effective in reducing ecological footprints in the long run, except for built-up land and fishing grounds. The study analyzed the impact of combining command-and-control and market-based instruments on different components of ecological
Environmental sustainability
Research conducted by Hasan Kalyoncu University's Faculty of Health Sciences, Dept. of Nutrition and Dietetics has demonstrated the potential of digital menus in food services for achieving sustainability. The study, published in Food Science & Nutrition, used a menu planning program to calculate the sustainability criteria of digital
Environmental sustainability
Over the past two decades, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) forum has transformed the region's approach to growth, with a focus on green growth at the heart of its agenda. Since the 2011 Honolulu Leaders' Declaration, Apec has made significant progress in environmental sustainability, and energy efficiency
Environmental sustainability
Research on sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) in US firms has revealed that strategic investors can significantly impact the relationship between CSR disclosure and dividend policy. The study, led by the Department of Accounting and Finance at Europa Univ Flensburg, gathered data from S&P 500 firms between
Environmental sustainability
Private Schools Association of Jammu & Kashmir (PSAJK) has joined forces with The Climate Reality Project's Green Campus Program to transform 100 schools across Jammu and Kashmir into eco-friendly, sustainable campuses. The partnership aims to integrate environmental sustainability into education by focusing on sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy, waste
Environmental sustainability
Sustainability research has become increasingly important in recent years, particularly in developed countries where environmental concerns have taken center stage. However, developing countries have been slower to adopt sustainable practices due to limited research and knowledge on the topic. A new study from Universitas Diponegoro aims to bridge this gap
Environmental sustainability
The report highlights the company's ongoing efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, improve water quality, and invest in the communities it serves. Essential Utilities Inc. has achieved notable milestones in greenhouse gas emissions reduction, water quality, and infrastructure modernization. The company has also made significant strides in community
Environmental sustainability
Researchers at Copenhagen Business School have conducted a study examining the impact of stakeholder demands on business model innovation and corporate sustainability. The study, published in Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, analyzed survey responses from 870 top and middle managers in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, and found that high
Environmental sustainability
Researchers from the University of Padua have explored the impact of digital tools on environmental sustainability in fashion supply chains (FSC), revealing that visibility, agility, and collaboration are key factors in achieving better outcomes. The study collected data from 190 actors in the Bangladeshi FSC and employed structural equation modeling
Environmental sustainability
In a remarkable display of corporate social responsibility and environmental stewardship, mining company Alrosa Zimbabwe has successfully rehabilitated its former exploration site and handed over the transformed land, complete with buildings and fish ponds, to the Shinja community in Chimanimani. This initiative showcases the company's commitment to environmental
Environmental sustainability
In California's Los Angeles County, sustainability is revolutionizing property management, particularly in Torrance, where Harbor Property Management has reported a significant shift towards energy efficiency, water conservation, and cost management. The California Energy Commission's initiatives and new rebate programs under the Inflation Reduction Act are making
