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CCF Brands Joins The Sustainability Consortium
TEMPE, ARIZ., -January 10, 2013- The Sustainability Consortium, an independent global organization developing science-based tools that advance the measurement and reporting of consumer product sustainability, is pleased to announce the addition of CCF Brands to its growing membership roster.
The Sustainability Consortium Announces New Corporate Members to the Board of Directors
ARIZONA, USA, – January 7th, 2012 – The membership of The Sustainability Consortium (TSC) has recently elected new corporate members to our Board of Directors.
The Consortium Featured on KFNN Radio Dr. Kevin Dooley Answers Questions about The Consortium’s Progress in 2012
ARIZONA, USA, – January 4th, 2013 – The Sustainability Consortium (TSC) is proud to have finished 2012 with completed knowledge products for over 100 product categories, expansion into China, the launch of the Clothing, Footwear, and Textiles Sector, the election of a new board of directors and being selected by Scientific American Magazine as one of the top 10 world changing idea for 2012.
Consortium Leader Recognized by W.P. Carey School for Outstanding Progress at TSC
ARIZONA, USA, – December 19th, 2012 – The Sustainability Consortium is proud to have some of the world’s leading experts in sustainability and supply chains.
The Consumer Goods Forum and The Sustainability Consortium Announce Global Partnership to Harmonize Sustainability Measurement
ARIZONA, USA, – December 11th, 2012 – As the consumer goods industry continues to drive sustainability throughout the supply chain, there is an increasing need for a globally harmonized science-based approach to measure and communicate product lifecycles.
Food, Beverage & Agriculture Sector Looks Forward to 2013
ARIZONA, USA, – December 10th, 2012 – The Food, Beverage, and Agriculture Sector (FBA), TSC’s first and largest sector, is excited to begin setting goals for 2013.
People 4 Earth Joins The Sustainability Consortium
ARIZONA, USA, – November 30th, 2012 – The Sustainability Consortium, a global multi-stakeholder organization developing science-based tools that advance the measurement and reporting of consumer product sustainability, is pleased to announce People 4 Earth (P4E) as a new member.
The Sustainability Consortium Ranks on Scientific American Top 10 World Changing Ideas for 2012
ARIZONA, USA, – November 21st, 2012 – The Sustainability Consortium, a global multi-stakeholder organization developing science-based tools that advance the measurement and reporting of consumer product sustainability, has been ranked in the top ten World Changing Ideas for 2012 by Scientific American.
TSC Launches Civil Society Advisory Council
ARIZONA, USA, – November 14th, 2012 – The Sustainability Consortium, a global multi-stakeholder organization that is dedicated to synthesizing science based product sustainability data, is launching a Civil Society Advisory Council.
TSC Launches New Sector: Clothing, Footwear, and Textiles
ARIZONA, USA, – November 13th, 2012 –
The Sustainability Consortium, a global multi-stakeholder organization developing science-based tools that advance the measurement and reporting of consumer product sustainability, is pleased to announce the launch of the Clothing, Footwear, and Textiles Sector (CFT).
TSC Participates in BSR’s Annual Conference
ARIZONA, USA, – November 8th, 2012 – The Sustainability Consortium was pleased to participate in the BSR Conference 2012 in New York October 23-26 which hosted over 1,000 attendees from 32 countries.
GreenBiz VERGE Event Preparing to Take Over San Francisco
TEMPE,AZ – October 30th, 2012 – The Sustainability Consortium and The Global Institute of Sustainability are excited to participate in the GreenBiz VERGE @ Green Build event November 12 & 13 at the Intercontinental Hotel in San Francisco.
The Sustainability Consortium Continues Global Expansion Plan: Operations Begin in China
ARIZONA, USA, – October 25th, 2012 – The Sustainability Consortium is pleased to announce our expansion into China.
Danone Joins The Sustainability Consortium
TEMPE, ARIZ., – October 16th, 2012 – The Sustainability Consortium, an independent global organization that creates sustainability standards for consumer products, is pleased to announce the addition of Danone to its growing membership roster.
The J.M. Smucker Company Joins The Sustainability Consortium
TEMPE, ARIZ., – October 16th, 2012 – The Sustainability Consortium, an independent global organization that creates sustainability standards for consumer products, is pleased to announce the addition of The J.M.
Conflict Minerals and the Dodd-Frank Act: Providing Traceability within Raw Materials Supply Chains
TEMPE, ARIZ., – October 1st, 2012 – UL, a highly valued Consortium member who is a global leader in corporate responsibility auditing and ethical sourcing consulting, is currently offering a free webinar titled “Conflict Minerals and the Dodd-Frank Act: Providing Traceability within Raw Materials Supply Chains.” This free webinar will educate participants on the recently passed Section 1502 of the Dodd Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protections Act on “conflict materials” as well as how UL has helped companies face the issue of conflict minerals in their supply chain.
Reckitt Benckiser Joins The Sustainability Consortium
TEMPE, ARIZ., – September 25, 2012 – Reckitt Benckiser (RB), a global consumer goods leader in health, hygiene and home, announced today its membership in The Sustainability Consortium (TSC), an independent global organization that creates sustainability standards for consumer products.
Marketing & Communications Volunteer Program – Portuguese Communications Correspondent
An opportunity for candidates interested in learning about sustainability
and sharpening their skills in marketing and communications.
The Sustainability Consortium Finalizes New Civil Society Organization Membership Policy
TEMPE, ARIZ., – September 6th 2012 – The Sustainability Consortium (TSC), an independent global organization that creates sustainability standards for consumer products has finalized a new Civil Society Organization (CSO) Membership Policy.
Member Spotlight: Dell Powering the Possible In Sustainable Packaging
TEMPE, ARIZ., – September 1st 2012 – As one of the first members to join
The Consortium at its foundation in 2009, Dell has made substantial progress in implementing sustainable practices across the entire company.
Food Beverage and Agriculture Sector Appoints New Co-Chair
TEMPE, ARIZ., – August 7th, 2012 – The Food Beverage and Agriculture sector, the largest sector at The Sustainability Consortium, representing over forty-five percent of the categories being covered by TSC’s Sustainability Measurement and Reporting System in 2012, has appointed a new sector co-chair.
Global Developments in Environmental Assessment: The Consortium and The European Commission
Tempe, AZ – July 19th, 2012 – A joint webinar in early July was held between TSC and The European Commission.
Grodan Joins The Sustainability Consortium
TEMPE, ARIZ., – July 17, 2012 – The Grodan Group announced today its membership in The Sustainability Consortium (TSC), an independent global organization that creates sustainability standards for consumer products..
Food, Beverage and Agriculture Sector: Industry Impacts Global Sustainability Development within The Sustainability Consortium
Sector Director Sarah Lewis and Development Manager Marco Ugarte discuss the impact of the Food Beverage and Agriculture (FBA) Sector on the development of The Sustainability Consortium (TSC) in Latin America and around the globe.
The Sustainability Consortium featured on KUAF Radio
Mike Faupel, Operations Director at The Sustainability Consortium, sat down with Jacqueline Froelich and KUAF to discuss the progress of The Consortium and what the public can expect to see in 2012.
The Consortium Presents at Skanska Green Week
June 12th, 2012 – TSC was invited to present to employees, subcontractors and partners this week at Skanska’s annual organization wide Green Week Conference.
How Cows, Chemicals and Walmart Benefit From Sustainability Metrics
“Last week, we looked in to Walmart’s use of the metrics underlying the Sustainability Index to drive changes in its supply chain.
Corporate Sustainability on the Main Stage at Rio+20 Conference
As the world prepares for the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio + 20), attention is being given to the importance of corporate sustainability on a global scale.
Delhaize Group Joins The Sustainability Consortium
TEMPE, Ariz., – June 7th, 2012 – Delhaize Group today announced its membership in The Sustainability Consortium (TSC), an independent global organization that creates sustainability standards for consumer products.
The Consortium Recognized at Sustainable Brands Conference 2012
TEMPE, AZ – June 6th, 2012 – During a panel discussion at the Sustainable Brands Conference earlier in the week, The Sustainability Consortium (TSC) was recognized as a key partner of Walmart as the company moves forward with its sustainability strategy.
Request for Information (RFI) – Development of an ISO 14025 Compliant PCR for Laptop Product Category
The Electronic Sector is requesting information for the development of an ISO 14025 complaint PCR based on the efforts of the Electronic Sector Working Group.
Valued TSC Member Creates Chemistry at Sustainable Brands Conference
TEMPE, AZ, June 4th, 2012 – As a Platinum Sponsor of the Sustainable Brands Conference in San Diego, BASF Corporation will offer a unique perspective on how connections can create chemistry to spark breakthrough innovations.
Executive Director Opportunity at The Sustainability Consortium
The Sustainability Consortium is seeking to fill the Executive Director
position housed within the Arizona State University office.
MOM Brands™ Joins The Sustainability Consortium
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TEMPE, Ariz., – May 21st, 2012 – MOM Brands™ today announced its membership in The Sustainability Consortium (TSC), an independent global organization that creates sustainability standards for consumer products.
Confabulation 2012
Last week The Consortium staff from Tempe, Arizona, Wageningen UR and Arkansas convened in Fayetteville for the 6th Confabulation.
The Chilean Minister of the Environment Speaks at the Launch of The Chilean Hub
The Sustainability Consortium (TSC) was pleased to welcome The Consortium Office in Chile or The Chilean Hub during its inaugural Latin American event on April 24th.
How Should Companies Communicate Product Sustainability? Consumer Science Soon to Reveal Results from Ground Breaking Study
The Consumer Science Working Group in collaboration with Harrison Group, one of The Consortium’s industry partners, will be releasing the final quantitative report later this month for a study focused on communicating product sustainability.
The Sustainability Consortium Expands Into Latin America
TEMPE, Ariz., – April 25, 2012 – The Sustainability Consortium (TSC) is pleased to welcome The Sustainability Consortium Office in Chile, or The Chilean Hub, during its inaugural Latin American event on April 24th.
The Sustainability Consortium’s Tools Go Live: Walmart Integrates TSC’s Knowledge Products to Guide Supply Chain Engagement
TEMPE, Ariz., – April 18, 2012 – During its annual Global Sustainability Milestone Meeting on April 18th, Walmart announced that it is integrating the knowledge products produced by The Sustainability Consortium (TSC) into the retailer’s Sustainability Index and Live Better Scorecard.
The Sustainability Consortium Prepares to Launch Chilean Hub
The Sustainability Consortium (TSC) is pleased to announce its inaugural Latin America event.
The Sustainability Consortium Welcomes Euan Murray as Director of Strategic Initiatives
TEMPE, Ariz., – March 22, 2012 – The Sustainability Consortium has announced Euan Murray, formerly Director of Carbon Footprinting at The Carbon Trust, as its new Director of Strategic Initiatives.
The Swedish Institute for Food and Biotechnology Joins The Sustainability Consortium
The Swedish Institute for Food and Biotechnology, or SIK, has joined The Sustainability Consortium (TSC).
Cotton Incorporated Looks to Move Sustainability Forward
Tempe, AZ – Cary, N.C.-based Cotton Incorporated., the research and promotional organization for cotton, has joined The Sustainability Consortium.
Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute Joins The Sustainability Consortium
TEMPE, Ariz., – March 5, 2012– The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute has announced its membership with The Sustainability Consortium, an independent organization of diverse global participants working to design and implement credible, transparent and scalable science-based measurement and reporting systems accessible for all producers and users of consumer products.
TSC to Keynote at Pira International’s Sustainability in Packaging Conference
The Sustainability Consortium’s Electronics and Toys Sector Manager, Lou Molinari, will be the closing keynote speaker at Pira International’s Sustainability in Packaging Conference.
Selerant Joins The Sustainability Consortium
TEMPE, Ariz., – February 17, 2012 Selerant Corporation has announced its membership with The Sustainability Consortium, an independent organization of diverse global participants working to design and implement credible, transparent and scalable science-based measurement and reporting systems accessible for all producers and users of consumer products.
TSC Convenes for Confabulation 2012
Today in Tempe, Arizona, The Sustainability Consortium convenes for the 5th Confabulation.
Joint Success: FBA Sector and Packaging Working Group Meeting Overview
On January 26 and 27, 2012, TSC’s Food, Beverage and Agriculture Sector (FBA) and Packaging Working Group held a joint meeting focused on further developing the science, information and stakeholders that inform the development of the Sustainability Measurement and Reporting System (SMRS).
What Supply Chain Professionals Need to Know About Measuring and Reporting on Sustainability – An Interview With Bonnie Nixon
“The Sustainability Consortium is working on providing a scalable system for doing Life Cycle Analysis.
The Toy Industry Association Joins The Sustainability Consortium
The Toy Industry Association (TIA), the not-for-profit trade association for producers and importers of toys and youth entertainment products sold in North America, has announced its membership with The Sustainability Consortium (TSC), an independent organization of diverse global participants working to design and implement credible, transparent and scalable science-based measurement and reporting systems accessible for all producers and users of consumer products.
The Sustainability Consortium’s Toys Sector Travels to Hong Kong
The Sustainability Consortium’s Toys Sector held a face-to-face meeting in Hong Kong on January 10th and 11th, 2012.
The Consortium and Tier 1 Members Gather for a Successful Corporate Advisory Council Meeting
The Sustainability Consortium is a rapidly growing nonprofit organization,
with more than 100 participating organizations worldwide from industry, universities, research institutes and civil society, which includes NGOs and Government agencies.
Roundtable on Electronic Supply Chain Social Impact Assessment
The Center for Responsible Business at University of California, Berkeley is hosting the Roundtable on Electronic Supply Chain Social Impact Assessment January 31-February 1, 2012.
TSC and Earth911 Discuss Sustainability
On Friday, January 6, 2012, The Sustainability Consortium team visited the office of its member company, Earth911 in Scottsdale, Arizona.
How a Walmart Brainchild Is Helping 80 Companies Reduce Their Environmental Impacts
An industry organization called The Sustainability Consortium (TSC), initiated by Walmart in 2009, recently released a new set of “Category Sustainability Profiles,” analyses of the environmental impacts of products in 10 important consumer product categories such as coffee, toilet tissue, televisions, laptop computers, and yogurt.
What Does It Mean to Have a Sustainable Holiday?
The winter holidays are upon us, along with the rush of family, food, decorations and gifts that we all look forward to each year.
TSC Tier 1 Members Gather for Corporate Advisory Council Meeting
The December 2011 Corporate Advisory Council Meeting, hosted by Henkel USA in Scottsdale, Arizona, brings The Sustainability Consortium’s Tier 1 members together to discuss discuss strategy, governance, and progress moving forward.
Tesco and the Sustainable Consumption Institute Join The Sustainability Consortium
Tesco has announced that it is joining The Sustainability Consortium, an independent group of global businesses, academics, governments and non-governmental organizations that work collaboratively to drive innovation in consumer product sustainability.
Mary VanLeer Joins TSC as Manager for IT Standards & Tools
The Sustainability Consortium is pleased to welcome Mary VanLeer as our new Manager for the IT Standards & Tools Working Group.
Bloomberg – The Race to Decide Who’s Greenest
This article on Bloomberg Businessweek outlines some of the reasons why retailers, manufacturers, and suppliers need a standardized measurement and reporting system to accurately and efficiently address sustainability in the supply chain.
Posted: Presentations from TSC’s European Office Grand Opening at Wageningen
Tuesday 8 November was the official launch of the European branch of The Sustainability Consortium (TSC).
TSC Workshop in Japan
“The Sustainability Consortium: Science to Improve Consumer Product Sustainability” Thursday January 26, 2012 — Tokyo, Japan
This seminar will provide an overview of The Sustainability Consortium mission, goals and activity.
The Sustainability Consortium: A Global Approach to Improving Consumer Products
Learn about how The Sustainability Consortium is working with corporations, academics, NGOs, and governments around the globe to create science and tools that will improve the environmental and social performance of consumer products.
Princess Máxima Opens European Branch of World-Wide Sustainability Consortium
Tuesday 8 November was the official launch of the European branch of The Sustainability Consortium (TSC).
Dow Joins The Sustainability Consortium
MIDLAND, MI – November 7, 2011 –The Dow Chemical Company has announced its membership with The Sustainability Consortium, an independent organization of diverse global participants working to design and implement credible, transparent and scalable science-based measurement and reporting systems accessible for all producers and users of consumer products.
The Atlantic: Academic Director Kevin Dooley Talks Sustainability
“A professor of Supply Chain Management at Arizona State University, Kevin Dooley is considered an expert in helping organizations improve by applying lessons from complexity science.
Video: Bonnie Nixon Speaks at the 2011 Sustainable Industries Economic Forum
The Sustainable Industries Economic Forum welcomed 300 sustainable business leaders to The St.
GRI Needs You! – Defining Sustainability Reporting Globally
The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) is developing new guidelines for sustainability reporting, and needs help from the members of The Sustainability Consortium.
TSC to Keynote at International Conference on Life Cycle Assessment in France
International Conference on Life Cycle Assessment – a Tool for Strategic Decision-Making
November 3 – 4 2011, Lille, France
Conference Website
The [avniR] LCA platform is hosting a high-level conference on Life Cycle Assessment.
Beyond Carbon Footprinting
I’m thrilled when groups such as the Product Carbon Footprint World Forum broaden their scope to more environmental impact categories.
Grand Opening of TSC’s European Office in the Netherlands
TSC is expanding in Europe and has asked Wageningen UR (University & Research centre) to lead its European Office.
The Wendel Forum Interviews Bonnie Nixon
Green 960 AM in Oakland Offered a Preview Interview with Sustainable Industries Economic Forum Speaker Bonnie Nixon.
Proud of the TSC Team!!!
Over the last two months, the TSC team in Arkansas and Arizona as well as many of our university, corporate and NGO partners around the world have worked incredibly hard to release 50 Level I Product Category LCAs and 10 Category Sustainability Profiles summarizing Hot Spots and Improvement Practices.
Thanks to our LCA Reviewers!
The Sustainability Consortium would like to thank the many individuals for their efforts in reviewing our Product Category LCA reports.
Electronics Sector Meeting Recap
September 28-30, 2011
Best Buy Corporate Headquarters | Richfield, MN
Day 1
The meeting started with general introductions, updates (Level 1 and Level 2) and an overview of Bonnie’s direction in support of the efforts being explored by the sector related to the deliverables related to Level 1 and Level 2.
TSC Researchers to Present at LCA XI in Chicago
Several of TSC’s researchers are preparing to make way to Chicago for the LCA XI conference hosted by the American Center for Life Cycle Assessment October 4 to 6.
Companies Must Push Harder for Sustainable Growth
Companies are far too comfortable with their existing business models to leverage the crucial systemic change that is needed for sustainable progression.
TSC Makes Headway at Confab
From Wednesday, September 14 to Friday, September 16, The Sustainability Consortium gathered at the University of Arkansas to discuss deliverables, research, and strategy.
TSC Gathers for Confabulation
Starting Wednesday, the entire team at The Sustainability Consortium will be assembling in the new Arkansas offices for three days of planning, discussion, and training.
TSC and the GreenBiz Innovation Forum
The Sustainability Consortium is teaming up with GreenBiz to promote the 2011 Innovation Forum on October 11-13 in San Francisco, California.
Bonnie Nixon Presenting Today at SOCAP 11
TSC’s Executive Director Bonnie Nixon is presenting at SOCAP 2011 happening now in San Francisco.
Sarah Lewis Participating in Sustainability Council Hosted by The Innovation Center for US Dairy
Sarah Lewis, Manager of the Food, Beverage & Agriculture Sector, is currently representing TSC at the Sustainability Council Hosted by The Innovation Center for US Dairy in Chicago.
UNEP Workshop: Knowledge Mining from LCA Studies for Product Sustainability and Effective LCM Practices
Above: Bonnie Nixon, Executive Director of TSC, contributes to the workshop “Knowledge Mining from LCA Studies for Product Sustainability and Effective LCM Practices” organized by UNEP (United Nations Environment Program) and SETAC (Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry).
Consumer Science and Level 1 SMRS
The Consumer Science Working Group has commenced Hot Button analyses for the 10 Priority categories selected for Category Sustainability Profile (CSP) development.
TSC Featured in LCM 2011 Publication
The Sustainability Consortium: A Stakeholder Approach to Improve Consumer Product Sustainability
Kevin Dooley, Joby Carlson, Georg Schöner, Vairavan Subramanian and Cameron Childs
Happening Now: TSC in Berlin at LCM 2011
LCM 2011 – Towards Life Cycle Sustainability Management
The Life Cycle Management conference series is established as one of the leading events worldwide in the field of environmental, economical and social sustainability.
A Deeper Look at TSC: An Interview with Bonnie Nixon
Since its launch in July 2009, The Sustainability Consortium has been the subject of intrigue, not to mention myths and misunderstanding.
Best Buy and Teens Dive into Recycling
Best Buy, the U.S.
TSC Featured on GreenBiz
GreenBiz, a leader of sustainability in business news, has featured our recent expansion into Europe, including three new board members and the opening of our European office.
Meet our Board: Dr. Aalt Dijkhuizen
One of the newest additions to The Sustainability Consortium’s Board of Directors is Dr.
Best Buy Wants Your E-Waste, Please
A new program is underway to keep unwanted and old electronics out of landfills.
Coca-Cola Invests US$4 Billion for Long-Term Sustainable Growth in China
The Coca-Cola Company and its Chinese bottling partners today announced a new investment of US$4 billion over the next three years, commencing 2012.
TSC Advances Position in Europe Through Partnership with Wageningen UR
Wageningen UR (University & Research centre) is to coordinate the activities of the globally-operating Sustainability Consortium in Europe.
Nature Conservancy Grant Helps Protect Key Area of the Amazon
Cargill has announced a new $3 million grant to The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to protect the Brazilian rainforest and help farmers grow soy more sustainably.
Waste Management Announces Plan to Bring a Single Stream Recycling Facility in Metro Detroit
Waste Management of Michigan announced today a plan to bring a single stream recycling facility (SSRF) in the Detroit metropolitan area.
Dove® Brand Chocolate is First Mainstream U.S. Chocolate Brand To Bear Rainforest Alliance Certified™ Seal
Mars Chocolate North America is proud to announce that its iconic DOVE® Brand Chocolate will be the first mainstream chocolate brand in the United States to bear the Rainforest Alliance Certified™ seal on its dark chocolate products.
Updates from the Food, Beverage & Agriculture Sector
The FB&A Sector has recently drafted the dossiers for 5 products for the Level 1 SMRS.
The Sustainability Consortium Opens European Office, Appoints Three New Board Members Including Two NGOs
Actions underscore consortium’s strategic plan to deliver a sustainability measurement and reporting system and become a global organization.
Embedded Intern Program at TSC
Dear TSC members and affiliates,
As you know TSC is creating sustainability dossiers for 100 product categories this fall, and we are soliciting your support in reaching our collective goal.
GP: Supply-Chain Collaboration Advances Cup-to-Cup Recycling
In the 2011 Greener Package Awards, one of two Beyond the Package Awards was granted to a multi-company applicant that demonstrated the value of pre-competitive collaboration for effecting sustainable change throughout the supply chain.
Alcoa and Aluminum Play Major Role in New EPA/NHTSA Effort To Reduce GHG Emissions and Increase Fuel Efficiency
Alcoa and the aluminum industry play a major role in the new effort to reduce GHG emissions and increase fuel efficiency for medium and heavy trucks and buses announced last week by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Panasonic to Run Asia’s First Green Home Energy Project
Panasonic and the government of Singapore are working to create Asia’s first public-housing test bed for technology designed to provide total energy.
WWF Launches ‘Cities for Forests’ Campaign in India
WWF-India has launched a project to inspire young people and city dwellers to reconnect with their forests and find out how they can help to conserve them.
Cargill: The Truvia® Voyage of Discovery: Calorie-Free, Carbon Neutral
Now that the much talked about Truvia® Voyage of Discovery on the roof of Selfridges has closed – Lambeth and south west London are next to be touched by the sweetness and magic of the Bompas & Parr installation.
Walmart Donates $500,000 to Help Rejuvenate Urban Ecosystems
Walmart’s Acres for America program is donating $500,000 to help protect, conserve and restore fragile urban ecosystems inWashington D.C., Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York City.
Monsanto Helps Farmers Plant the Seed to Grow Their Local Communities
A $2,500 donation can go a long way to help rural communities.
TSC 100 Day Assessment and Plan
The first 100 plus days as the Executive Director of “The Sustainability Consortium” (TSC) have been both insightful and inspiring.
Panasonic Announces Asia’s First Test-bed Project on Total Energy Solutions for Public Housing
Panasonic has some exciting news to share as Asia will see the first-of-its kind test-bed project from Panasonic to be launched in Singapore by the end of this year and will run till 2013.
SC Johnson ‘Flip the Switch’ Initiative Reduces Energy Use By 35 Percent Per Fixture at Its Largest Manufacturing Plant
An ambitious energy-savings initiative driven by SC Johnson employees has resulted in a 35 percent energy savings per fixture in more than 700 light fixtures at the company’s largest manufacturing plant in Sturtevant, Wis.
L’Oréal USA Installs Second Rooftop Solar System in the US
L’Oréal USA announced today that its Franklin, New Jersey manufacturing facility is partnering with GeoPeak Energy in a Purchase Power Agreement (PPA) to install a 1.0 Megawatt Photovoltaic Solar System at that facility.
Johnson & Johnson Announces New Sustainable Initiative
On the heels of their 125th anniversary, health care product and pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson announced their ambitious five-year plan to move in a new sustainable and environmentally friendly direction.
Alcoa Employees Join Expedition to Brazil and China as Earthwatch Fellows
Twenty-five Alcoa Fellows will work alongside Earthwatch scientists as environmental stewards.
Cargill to Install Waste-to-Energy System in Canadian Beef Processing Facility
Cargill today announced it will be investing approximately $36 million (Canadian) in a waste-to-energy project at its High River, Alberta, beef processing facility that will increase to 80 percent the plant’s ability to generate energy it uses to produce meat products.
SAP Achieves Cost Avoidance of EUR 185 Million Since Start of 2008 as a Result of Focused Sustainability Initiatives
SAP released its quarterly sustainability update and shared that it has achieved a cost avoidance of approximately EUR 185 million between the start of 2008 and today as a result of focused sustainability initiatives.
Ecolab Ranks 28th in Forbes Magazine List of World’s Most Innovative Companies
Company’s R&D Efforts Focus on Food Safety, Infection Prevention and Sustainability.
PepsiCo Supports Beverage Container Recycling with Launch of 2011/2012 Dream Machine Recycle Rally
PepsiCo (announced today the official start of the Dream Machine Recycle Rally for the 2011/2012 school year.
Updates from the Measurement Science Working Group
The Social Metrics subcommittee has completed the “Principles and Framework for Social Responsibility Reporting” document, which provides a common framework for all social metrics development across TSC.
Electronics Sector Update
The Electronics Sector has been busy for the past few weeks.
Consumer Science Manager to Participate in Sustainability Summit Hosted by FMI and GMA
Thomas “TC” Redd, manager of the Consumer Science Working Group at The Sustainability Consortium, will be participating in an expert panel on “eco-babble” and consumer-facing communication.
Food, Beverage & Agriculture Sector Updates
Level 2 SMRS Prototype Ballots
The Food, Beverage & Agriculture Sector has moved the PCLCA and PCR prototype documents for the three product categories to the next stage of the Level 2 SMRS process; external review panel.
Tetra Pak Achieves MilestoneTowards Goal of 100% Renewable Packaging
Nestlé Brazil to launch milk in Tetra Pak packages with caps using green polyethylene.
Waste Management Named to Top 30 Hottest Renewable Chemical and Materials Companies for 2011-2011
Biofuels Digest recognizes Waste Management for investing and deploying new technologies to recover value from waste.
The Sustainability Consortium Meets a Major Milestone: Members Approve a Year’s Worth of Technical Work on Consumer Product Sustainability for Independent Review
Members from The Sustainability Consortium (TSC) have approved their first round of life cycle assessments and rules for calculating environmental footprints for seven different product categories: laptop computers, laundry detergent, orange juice, showering products, strawberry yogurt, surface cleaners, and wheat cereal.
Alcoa Foundation Elects Four New Board Members
Alcoa Foundation, one of the largest corporate foundations in the U.S., announced that it has elected four new members to its board of directors.
McDonald’s Announces Commitments to Offer Improved Nutrition Choices
Today, McDonald’s USA president Jan Fields announced the company’s “Commitments to Offer Improved Nutrition Choices.” The comprehensive plan aims to help customers — especially families and children — make nutrition-minded choices whether visiting McDonald’s or eating elsewhere.
Coca-Cola: Grants for Sustainable Community Initiatives
School is out and students across the country are enjoying summer break, but TheCoca-Cola Foundation isn’t taking time off when it comes to education and youth development.
BASF: New Magnetic Materials for Efficient Cooling
The Foundation for Fundamental Research on Matter (FOM) in the Netherlands and BASF are to start another joint research programme on magnetocaloric materials.
SC Johnson Empowers Families to be a Force for Change
New Informational Forum and Carbon Calculator on Corporate Web Site Aims to Help Families Make Greener Choices for a Better World.
