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People are more likely to respond to environmental messaging, or take part in environmental actions, if it carries personal benefits, a new study from the University of Georgia has suggested.
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People respond better to environmental messages that offer personal benefits, study finds

2 months ago2 months ago4 mins

People are more likely to respond to environmental messaging, or take part in environmental actions, if it carries personal benefits,…

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The environment is the third-most important area of concern for European citizens, after public health and the economy, having grown in prominence over the past decade, new analysis from Kaunas University of Technology (KTU) has suggested.
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Climate change trails public health and the economy among European consumer concerns

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The environment is the third-most important area of concern for European citizens, after public health and the economy, having grown…

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While more than four fifths (84%) of US consumers have seen sustainability claims on packaging more than once over the past six months, just over half (53%) felt unsure as to what these claims meant, a new report by packaging manufacturer ALPLA has found.
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  • Sustainability

Consumers ‘second-guessing’ sustainability claims on packaging, study finds

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While more than four fifths (84%) of US consumers have seen sustainability claims on packaging more than once over the…

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Absorbent hygiene products, such as disposable nappies, account for between 160 million and 200 million tonnes of waste each year, globally, with a new study by researchers at University College London (UCL) exploring how coordinated action can reduce the environmental impact of said products.
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How to tackle the world’s growing diaper waste crisis

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Absorbent hygiene products, such as disposable diapers and nappies, account for between 160 million and 200 million tonnes of waste…

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Polish consumers by and large support the energy transition, but it needs to be affordable, according to a new survey by the E.ON Foundation, conducted alongside the Civey Institute.
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Polish consumers back energy transition, but not at any cost

2 months ago2 months ago4 mins

Polish consumers by and large support the energy transition, but it needs to be affordable, according to a new survey…

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Some 39% of Brazilian consumers are unaware of the circular economy, while just 12% claim to be well informed about it, according to a new study by Movimento Plástico Transforma, in partnership with Instituto QualiBest.
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Four in ten Brazilian consumers are unaware of the circular economy

3 months ago3 months ago5 mins

Some 39% of Brazilian consumers are unaware of the circular economy, while just 12% claim to be well informed about…

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LocalDutch’s Maurice van der Knaap on how technology can help make healthy food hyper-local

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LocalDutch is on a mission to bring healthy produce to food deserts in the United States, as well as locations…

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Consumers are more likely to support regenerative agriculture and other sustainable farming practices when their benefits are communicated in ways that are personally relevant,
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  • Sustainable Agriculture

Consumers more likely to support regenerative agriculture if benefits are communicated clearly

3 months ago3 months ago4 mins

Consumers are more likely to support regenerative agriculture and other sustainable farming practices when their benefits are communicated in ways…

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7-Eleven, Inc. has outlined progress across community investment, environmental stewardship and responsible product development in its 2025 Impact Report.
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7-Eleven, Inc. outlines ESG progress in 2025 Impact Report

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7-Eleven, Inc. has outlined progress across community investment, environmental stewardship and responsible product development in its 2025 Impact Report. The…

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Home care brand Ecover has come out on top in the inaugural Consumer-Led Sustainability Brand Ranking from Kantar, a new global study that tracks how consumers perceive brands' sustainability credentials.
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  • Sustainable Business

New study reveals the brands consumers trust most on sustainability

3 months ago3 months ago4 mins

Home care brand Ecover has come out on top in the inaugural Consumer-Led Sustainability Brand Ranking from Kantar, a new…

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