Articles Tagged with ''environmental initiatives''

Study reveals transition of Low GWP refrigerants underway despite persistent challenges

According to the study, penetration of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) continues to remain high despite growing research on its harmful impact on the environment.

July 23, 2019

The low GWP refrigerants market is projected to be $18 billion, according to a study released by Fact.MR, Rockville, Md.

Survey reveals sustainability, plant-based diets among trends in 2019

Consumers are split on what they believe a plant-based diet means.

May 22, 2019

The “2019 Food and Health Survey” presented by the International Food Information Council (IFIC) Foundation, Washington, D.C., shows genuine and growing interest in these and other trends.

Walmart on track to reduce 1B metric tons of emissions from global supply chains by 2030

Walmart's goal is to increase economic opportunity for associates and local communities, build sustainability in supply chains and activate climate change initiatives.

May 9, 2019

Walmart Inc., Bentonville, Ark., issued its inaugural Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, which details the company’s goals, progress and achievements for fiscal year 2019.

Study: 70% of consumers worry about the environment, but only 52% change what they buy

While nearly 80% of respondents would consider delayed shipping if the environmental benefit was clearly articulated, they are unlikely to settle for higher costs in exchange for environmental benefits.

April 23, 2019

Even as topics like climate change continue to make headlines, only 52% have shifted their purchase decisions, with 66% intending to shift within the year, according to “Earth Day 2019,” a study produced by A.T. Kearney, Chicago.

Study reveals a broken recycling system

Though more than 90% of respondents say they feel they know their local recycling rules, fewer than six in 10 reported researching them.

April 11, 2019

Although Americans are more environmentally concerned than ever, a patchwork system of local policies has confounded consumers and damaged recycling efforts, according to a report by Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA), Washington, D.C.

Study: U.S. beef industry can explore ways of improving sustainability, reducing environmental footprint

Two areas for potential improvement are water use and reactive nitrogen losses, the study says.

March 12, 2019

An Agricultural Research Service (ARS)-led team completed a comprehensive life-cycle analysis quantifying the resource use and various environmental emissions of beef cattle production in the United States.

Study: Purpose is key driver in company’s overall reputation

The research revealed there is a strong correlation between purpose and reputation.

January 16, 2019

Purpose is one of three critical dimensions of overall reputation, according to the “2018 Porter Novelli/Cone Purpose Premium Index: How Companies Can Unlock Reputational Gains by Leading with Purpose,” produced by CONE, a Porter Novelli Co., Boston, Mass.

How to spot counterfeit refrigerants

Stuart Corr

February 6, 2018

Opting for an inauthentic refrigerant can pose serious negative consequences for the staff, equipment and environment.

Smithfield Foods announces new environmental initiative

Smithfield Renewables will ensure the company meets its environmental commitments.

October 12, 2017

Smithfield Foods, Inc., Smithfield, Va., launched Smithfield Renewables, a new platform within the organization that will unify, lead and accelerate the company's carbon reduction and renewable energy efforts.

Smithfield Foods' new sustainability report announces first company-wide water policy

The adoption of its first written Water Policy notes the company's commitment to protecting water quality and conservation across all operations.

May 11, 2017

Smithfield Foods, Inc., Smithfield, Va., released the second installment of its 16th annual Sustainability Report.

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Articles Tagged with ''environmental initiatives''

Study reveals transition of Low GWP refrigerants underway despite persistent challenges

Survey reveals sustainability, plant-based diets among trends in 2019

Walmart on track to reduce 1B metric tons of emissions from global supply chains by 2030

Study: 70% of consumers worry about the environment, but only 52% change what they buy

Study reveals a broken recycling system

Study: U.S. beef industry can explore ways of improving sustainability, reducing environmental footprint

Study: Purpose is key driver in company’s overall reputation

How to spot counterfeit refrigerants

Smithfield Foods announces new environmental initiative

Smithfield Foods' new sustainability report announces first company-wide water policy

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