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Seven of the world’s leading automakers – BMW Group, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz Group, Stellantis NV – are creating a joint venture to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles in North America, by making EV charging more convenient, accessible and reliable. The joint venture will include the development of a new, high-powered charging […]
Rove, a developer of full-service electric vehicle (EV) charging centers, confirms plans to build six locations in Southern California. Focused on fast, smart, and reliable charging, each Rove will host 40 ultra-fast, direct-current fast chargers (DCFC), capable of reaching speeds up to 350 kW – making a full charge possible in as little as 15 […]
Coca-Cola has announced that by 2030, 25% of its global product volume will be served to consumers in reusable packaging. Reusable packaging options include returnable bottles and refillable cups for fountain dispensers. The company is accelerating its test-learn-scale approach with several reusable packaging pilots in North America, including a new partnership with r.Cup – which […]
Rivian has debuted what it calls a Space retail and experience center in Manhattan’s trendy Meatpacking District. The 5,000-sq. ft. location, Rivian’s first on the East Coast and only its second after a late 2021 opening in Venice Beach, CA, showcases not only its flagship R1T and R1S electric vehicles, available for test drives, as […]
Volvo Car Canada and Dilawri, Canada’s largest automotive group, have opened North America’s first Volvo Retail Sustainable Experience (VRSE) facility, Volvo Cars Richmond, in Richmond, BC. The new 20,400 sq. ft. location reflects the brands’ shared commitment to sustainability: it is LEED-certified, runs on renewable energy sources, and includes a wide array of environmentally friendly […]
Electrify Expo, North America’s largest electric vehicle (EV) festival, is gearing up for the 2023 season with a seven city tour. Kicking things off in Long Beach, CA and making its way around the country to San Francisco, Washington DC, New York, Seattle, Miami and concluding in Austin, TX, the festival showcases over 1 million […]
Samsung Electronics Co. has launched the new Less Microfiber Filter, an external washing machine filter designed to significantly reduce plastic microfiber emissions during laundry cycles. Designed with inspiration from apparel maker Patagonia and expertise from the global ocean conservation organization Ocean Wise, the filter builds on the success of last year’s Less Microfiber™ Cycle to […]
Sonoma County-based Rodney Strong Vineyards has launched the Rodney Strong eCar Sweepstakes. Consumers can enter for a chance to win $60,000 toward an electric vehicle purchase. “Sustainability is an everyday practice for us and drives how we choose to live our lives at Rodney Strong Vineyards,” said V.P., Marketing, Erica Odden. “As one of California’s […]
Airly Foods has introduced AIRLY CRACKERS, a delicious new snack available at Walmart that removes greenhouse gases from the air. Airly crackers are the first ever climate-friendly snack designed to remove greenhouse gases from the air. Airly shares its carbon footprint on each box of crackers, removing between 18g – 21g of CO2 from the […]
Dulce Vida Tequila has launched three new ready-to-drink cocktails in Tetra Brik Aseptic 1000 Square cartons. Available in Margarita, Watermelon Margarita and Paloma, each Dulce Vida cocktail is crafted using real fruit juice, all-natural ingredients and Dulce Vida Blanco Tequila as a base for a premium, portable, cocktail experience. Dulce Vida RTD Cocktails in Tetra […]
Kroger is offering customers more items with upcycled ingredients with the addition of two new Simple Truth products to advance sustainability. “We are continually looking for creative and innovative solutions to support our vision of creating zero-waste communities,” said Juan De Paoli, V.P., Our Brand, Kroger. “Our customers sharing in that commitment by recycling packaging […]
Starbucks has certified its 3,508 Greener Stores globally, expanding the program to 20 markets. This latest round of certifications sets the company well on its way to achieving its goal of 10,000 Greener Stores globally by 2025. Starbucks Greener Stores Framework, co-developed with the World Wildlife Fund, includes a set of 25 performance-based standards across […]
Chipotle Mexican Grill announced a new all electric restaurant design that maximizes energy efficiency in its equipment and systems and utilizes 100% renewable energy from wind power and solar through the purchase of certified renewable energy credits. The company recently opened restaurants with the new features in Gloucester, VA and Jacksonville, FL, with a third […]
Farm.One has opened its Neighborhood Farm in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn. The hydroponic indoor vertical farming company is known for its unique and flavorful luxury salad greens, specialty herbs, edible flowers and microgreens serving local chefs and its Farm Membership direct-to-consumer program. Farm.One’s low-volume, high touch, “kitchen table” approach has brought accolades from both local residents […]
The Home Depot is partnering with DSD Renewables (DSD) to install 13 megawatts (MW) of solar power on the rooftops at 25 store locations in California. This is a part of The Home Depot’s renewable energy goal to produce or procure 100 percent renewable energy equivalent to the electricity needs for all Home Depot facilities […]
In line with its goal to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, Lowe’s has announced details of rooftop solar panel installations at 174 store and distribution center locations nationwide. Once each site is completed, the solar panels will provide 90% of the energy usage at each location. Lowe’s rooftop solar panel installations will span […]
Deoleo, the global leader in olive oil, has solidified its commitment to raising industry standards with a major step forward in the company’s sustainability strategy. Years in the making, the company is launching new SKUs of the Bertolli and Carapelli brands that offer sustainability assurances to consumers nationwide. The new SKUs will include sustainably sourced […]
Apple today announced a major acceleration of its work to expand recycled materials across its products, including a new 2025 target to use 100 percent recycled cobalt in all Apple-designed batteries. Additionally, by 2025, magnets in Apple devices will use entirely recycled rare earth elements, and all Apple-designed printed circuit boards will use 100 percent […]
AFTCO displayed its sustainability initiatives at ICAST, the world’s largest fishing trade show. The 50-by-30-foot booth is constructed entirely of recycled cardboard, reinforcing its sustainability efforts. The recycled cardboard structure displayed visuals of key product releases and ways to take action towards sustainability and environmental stewardship. To build this unique booth, AFTCO enlisted the help […]
UBQ Materials has announced that PepsiCo is expanding its use of UBQ™ across its supply chain with the launch of eco-friendly Lay’s display stands, “Made with UBQ™,” throughout Europe. Following PepsiCo’s successful pilot incorporating UBQ™ to reduce the carbon footprint of shipping pallets, the company is deepening its collaboration with UBQ in additional categories across […]