News about greenwashing on 2021-04-08

Biden administration faces increasing calls to stop companies from greenwashing
As the US government tries to tackle the impact of climate change on the environment, many businesses are honing in on "greenwashing" as a problem they needs to address. But why do those claims hurt consumers and their reputation?
Source: abcnews.go.com
Published on 2021-04-08

Biden administration faces increasing calls to stop companies from  greenwashing - Business News
It's a time of year when shoppers are being asked to see messages about environmental policies and climate change. But what are they really doing to protect the environment? And why do those claims hurt consumers and the reputation of brands?
Source: abcnewsradioonline.com
Published on 2021-04-08

European Commission Is Turning Its Back On Science By Including Fossil Fuels In The Sustainable Taxonomy Proposal
Scientists, financial institutions and NGOs have signed a letter stating that if fossil fuels are included in the EU’s controversial climate change proposal, they would completely discredit the European Green Deal. The BBC's Chris Stokel-Walker reports.
Source: scoop.co.nz
Published on 2021-04-08

How the Pandemic Lit a Fire under ESG
Environmental, social, and governance funds have long-lasting momentum, according to the chief executive of the US stock market. The BBC's Christine Blasey explains what it means for investors and their shareholders, as a result.
Source: etftrends.com
Published on 2021-04-08

How To Incorporate Sustainable Investing Into Your Practice
In our series of advising advice, financial professionals explain how they can incorporate or deepen sustainable investing into their practices, writes former chief economist Larry Madowo, founder of the Institute for Fiscal Studies in London.
Source: morningstar.com
Published on 2021-04-08

It a myth to say sustainable and ethical clothing cant be affordable
This is a full transcript of the City A.M. newspaper's weekly bulletins on Wednesday evening. Here is the full list of readers seeking to find out more about their local affairs and how they feel about the city.
Source: cityam.com
Published on 2021-04-08

Meet the Founder of Non Denim , the Label That Conscious by Design
Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, a new denim-centric label has been launched in London, with the aim of changing the way the fashion industry is treated in during the lockdown. Why is it going to be so busy?
Source: fashionmagazine.com
Published on 2021-04-08

Mommy blogs and influencers are all about capitalism
Ralph Lauren’s former chief executive, Jennifer Lawrence, has revealed how she was taken by the illusion of sisterhood and commiseration online when she became a mother. Here, she explains what she experienced in her life.
Source: vox.com
Published on 2021-04-08

Polestar 0 Promises A Truly Carbon Neutral Car by 2030
Polestar, a car company based in the Isle of Wight, is one of the world’s most successful car makers. But what do they do with their cars and why is it so different? The BBC's Chris Stokel-Walker explains.
Source: cleantechnica.com
Published on 2021-04-08

Tech companies are setting the most ambitious net - zero goals
A new study has revealed which of the 400 biggest corporations in heavy-emitting industries have declared net-zero emissions targets. BloombergNEF says they have already achieved a net zero target. But what are the goals?
Source: thestar.com.my
Published on 2021-04-08

WWF suggests CEE governments may have been granted their greenwashing wish
Scientists are calling for fossil fuels to be included in the European Union’s Sustainable Taxonomy, a leaked document suggests. Environmentalists say it would be the gold standard for the fight against greenwashing, but could it be changed.
Source: emerging-europe.com
Published on 2021-04-08