Sustainability
Investors who evaluate companies using environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria are increasingly expected to use their influence to encourage more sustainable business practices. New…
Chonnam National University Research Reveals the Financial Benefits of Environmental Responsibility
Consumers are increasingly choosing products from companies that demonstrate genuine environmental responsibility. Although many studies have linked environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance with stronger…
The Trillion-Dollar Truth Behind Corporate Climate Commitments
Corporate climate spending is now directing trillions of dollars towards the global transition to net zero, yet a fundamental question remains: does it translate into…
Carbon-Based Pricing Linked to Greener Tourist Intentions, Hanyang University Study Finds
Hotels have long encouraged guests to reuse towels, reduce linen changes, and conserve energy, but tourism continues to generate substantial carbon emissions. Voluntary sustainability initiatives…
Beyond the Numbers: What a Decade of Corporate Sustainability Reports Reveals
A new study reveals that while large European companies are disclosing substantially more sustainability information than they did a decade ago, important gaps remain, particularly…
Simple Recognition Encourages Repeat Participation in Take-Back Programs
Companies may be able to significantly increase repeat customer participation in recycling and reuse programs with a surprisingly simple strategy: sending an acknowledgment message. A…
Research Highlights Environmental Consequences of Growth Driven by Multinational Companies
Multinational companies can boost local economies but often come with higher environmental costs than domestic firms, according to new research by Dr. Frederik Noack, associate…
Electric Vehicles Offer Financial and Environmental Benefits for Most U.S. Drivers
Despite regional differences in climate, electricity generation, traffic congestion, and driving habits, electric vehicles generally produce fewer greenhouse gas emissions and do not cost more…
When Profit Misleads: Research Highlights Environmental Trade-Offs Behind Corporate Performance
Companies praised for strong financial performance may not be as efficient as they appear once their environmental impact is considered, according to new research from…