Supply chain

Episode 83: CSR careers grow up; the energy market evolves

July 7, 2017

In this week's episode, we discuss the whether the future of GMOs is ethical and if the Green Power Partnership will go the way of Energy Star.

How Apple is moving its supply chain toward clean energy

June 29, 2017

By Heather Clancy

So far, the tech giant has helped eight companies move toward solar and wind power. The latest commitment, by Jabil, represents the largest pledge yet.

The Business Case for Tackling Marine Debris

Dow Chemical and Ocean Conservancy's smooth sailing partnership

June 13, 2017

WithJeff Wooster

Dow Chemical and nonprofit The Ocean Conservancy have partnered for 30 years to clean up marine plastic — "longer than most marriages," according to Susan McPherson, founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies.

McPherson interviewed Jeff Wooster, Dow's global sustainability director and Emily Woglom, vice president of The Ocean Conservancy, about what it takes to keep the partnership strong throughout the years.

Sustainability and pallets: Making change for the long haul

June 8, 2017

By Roger Ballentine and Adam Pener

Corrugated cardboard is far lighter than wood, plus it simultaneously saves money, reduces carbon footprints and advances zero-waste goals.

How global value chains push and pull U.S. climate action

May 19, 2017

By Emilie Prattico

Momentum is building for U.S. corporate climate leaders, who in turn pull more companies along on the path toward a thriving, clean economy.

More blockchain experiments that could unlock innovation

March 30, 2017

By Heather Clancy

More than 200 potential applications are in the energy sector alone. Plus, don't overlook emerging models for self-driving vehicles and tracing lumber.