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Sherwin-Williams is Building on the Good. Highlighted within our 2023 sustainability report are some of the great things SHW is doing to further progress our sustainability pillars – Product Blueprint, Environmental Footprint and Social Imprint which rest upon our foundation of Governance and Ethics. The report features a full appendix, including the GRI Standard, SASB Index, TCFD Report and Investor Sustainability Summary. Of course, this is an ongoing commitment, but pleased to share our progress to date. https://lnkd.in/esTayHvD

🌿 Discover the 3 Pillars of Corporate Sustainability! 🌍 Learn how to implement a strategy that balances environmental, social, and economic goals for a greener future. https://lnkd.in/dcpXZM7c #CorporateSustainability #SustainableBusiness #GreenStrategy #EcoFriendly #CSR

What good is sustainable packaging if it’s impossibly expensive or too scarce to source in large quantities? We need more solutions that are viable for business today and act as a stepping stone to tomorrow’s sustainability initiatives. Here’s what Mark Hoppenjans, our VP of Sales and Sustainable Business, has to say.

With sustainable options, start with the cost. Stay focused on getting your customers what they want at a repeatable price point. #sustainability #sustainablepackaging #sevrend #GRI #PCR #recycling #sbti #UNSDG

On these days, back in 2009, Newsweek magazine published a Green Ranking evaluating the 500 largest US companies based on their environmental impact, as well as their green policies and reputation among their peers and environmental experts. Hewlett-Packard Company earned the title of the greenest company in America largely because of decisions it made in the past: recycling programs, reducing packaging materials, reducing greenhouse-gas emissions, implementing policies to encourage suppliers to go green, etc. It seems usual at the present time, but although the 'sustainability' concept dates back to under 30 years ago as it appeared for the first time in 1987 when the United Nations Brundtland Commission defined sustainability as “meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”, sustainability was not a buzzword in 2009. Nowadays it is clear that sustainability is no longer just a trendy word but a fundamental aspect of corporate strategy worldwide. Businesses are increasingly embedding sustainability in their organizations to address environmental and social issues and gain a competitive advantage, and although there is a lot of greenwashing in the market, it is nice to see that we took this seriously and started our sustainability journey time ago.

🚫 Greenhushing: The Latest Trend in Corporate Sustainability In the ever-evolving landscape of corporate sustainability, a new trend has emerged: greenhushing. According to a recent report by Data insights company ‘Connected Impact’ and data science specialist ‘Ringer Sciences’, six out of ten major companies are now downplaying their sustainability efforts. The fear of being accused of greenwashing—making misleading claims about environmental practices—has led these companies to take a more subdued approach to communicating their sustainability initiatives. Read More Here >> https://lnkd.in/eywK3ziu

3 practical ways to prioritise sustainability and avoid green washing. A great piece by Pearlfisher's sustainability and materials lead, Suzy S. in Fast Company unraveling common challenges along with offering up practical strategies to help companies avoid misinformation and build credibility. https://lnkd.in/gyUQACFi #sustainability

We’re not just golden – we’re platinum 🤩🏆and proud to share that for the 1st time (!) the Greiner Group has been awarded #Platinum Status by EcoVadis, a leading international provider for business #sustainability #ratings. This prestigious recognition places us in the top 1% of evaluated companies globally!   EcoVadis rates our efforts across four key areas: environment, labor & human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. While there is always room for improvement, this recognition underscores the #commitment of Greiner Packaging, Greiner Bio-One International, and NEVEON to leading the shift towards a #circulareconomy and ensuring sustainability drives every part of our business 🎯.   Read more about our performance and Greiner’s sustainability goals in our latest press release: https://lnkd.in/d3-CeYpN #GreinerBioOne #makingadifference #EcoVadis #sustainability

PHOENIX is proud to share our first annual sustainability report highlighting our fiscal year 2023. A lot of work went into compiling information for our inaugural report and a big thank you goes out to everyone who contributed. This report outlines collective efforts from every facet of the organization, highlighting the strides we've made in sustainability, innovation, and corporate social responsibility. Highlights include: 💡 Energy intensity reduction goals ♻️ Launched portfolio of Post-Consumer Recycled PP resins ☀️ Published and baselined our first Greenhouse Gas inventory 🥉 EcoVadis Bronze in our 1st submission 👥 Culture teams formed at each location 🏆 2nd consecutive NACD supplier of the year award This marks another big step in our commitment to sustainability! We continue to look for ways to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve. Visit this page to read and download the full report: https://hubs.la/Q02Mg2mc0 #Sustainability #SustainabilityReport #CorporateSocialReponsibility #RiseWithUs

From Suzy Shelley | Fast Company: “When sustainability is integrated throughout an organization, it becomes part of the story told to stakeholders. This authenticity builds trust and credibility, making communication more effective. Additionally, a culture that values sustainability promotes transparency and accountability, allowing companies to address challenges openly and demonstrate their commitment to environmental and social responsibility.” #ESG #Sustainability