Organisations

First Movers Coalition Launched to Drive Demand for Zero Carbon Tech

The critical climate target of 1.5C can only be reached if we accelerate the development and deployment of new decarbonizing technologies
The First Movers Coalition will create this market and spur growth by leveraging collective demand and committing now to buying zero-emission technologies by 2030
Founding members are leading companies that recognize accelerating innovation is critical to keep climate goals alive
Each have made at least one purchasing commitment to phase 1 launch sectors
The ambitious initiative is a partnership between the US State Department, through the Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, John Kerry, and the World Economic Forum

"A tremendous step forward", Teresa Hartmann, on the launch of the 'Net Zero Standard' by the Science-Based Targets initiative

Today, the Science-based Targets Initiative releases its net zero standard, requiring companies to reduce their emissions by 90-95% by 2050. This is a tremendous step forward and the first comprehensive certification of corporate net zero strategies that we are seeing.

Sustainable Green Printer Partnership announces certification of all four Shutterfly manufacturing facilities

The Sustainable Green Printing Partnership (SGP), the leading authority in sustainable printing certifications, announced today certification of all four Shutterfly manufacturing facilities. Shutterfly in Ft. Mill, SC was the first to obtain certification in late 2020. Since then, the remaining locations in Plano, TX, Shakopee, MN, and Tempe, AZ achieved certified SGP Facility status.

The 2021 BEYONDPLASTIC AWARD Winners are announced

- Celebrating the excellence in eco-responsible design & initiatives across the world -

CEOs to World Leaders: Now is the Time for Trade Reform

The trading system must adapt to address new concerns of global resiliency, sustainability and inclusivity
Nearly 30 CEOs and Chairpersons from five continents called on world leaders to rise above geopolitical tensions and re-engage on trade reform
Greater ambition is needed ahead of first WTO ministerial in four years to deliver on meaningful reforms
Advancing health, digital, environmental and investment reform is key to more inclusive trade and investment as well as addreContinue ssing public concerns about the current system

50 Firms Collaborate to Champion Next Gen Careers in Industry

The World Economic Forum today launches New Generation Industry Leaders – a community of young industrialists to champion careers and accelerate sustainability in manufacturing and production sectors.
The New Generation Industry Leaders community will transform perceptions around industrial companies and inspire new generations to seek work in industrial sectors.
50 leading firms have collaborated to appoint 100 young professionals to the community, representing 12 sectors and 20 countries – 50% are women.
Learn more about the New Generation Industry Leaders here and learn more about the Sustainable Development Impact Summit.

Small-scale farmers need decent wages - IFAD calls on world leaders to commit to action at Food Systems Summit

It is an outrage that rural small-scale farmers in developing countries, who grow a third of our global food, are paid a pittance for their work, said the President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) who today asks world leaders attending the UN Food Systems Summit to take concrete actions to change this.

ClimatePartner expands into the USA

- Tristan A. Foerster to head ClimatePartner's USA business

- Climate protection "made in Germany" goes global
- Greater international reach for the established "climate neutral" label

Lighthouse Partnerships Gain Momentum on Social Justice

World Economic Forum shows how “lighthouse examples” from the business community are supporting stakeholder capitalism and inclusion of workers, communities and civil society
Report shows it is vital for companies to create a more inclusive and sustainable future following global crises and rampant social injustices
Best practices and case studies aim to help scale global adoption and greater involvement with marginalized communities

Over 50 Companies Reporting on Stakeholder Capitalism Metrics as International Support Grows

Since the January 2020 launch, over 50 companies have begun including the Stakeholder Capitalism Metrics in their mainstream reporting materials, including annual reports or sustainability reports
Between reporting and committed companies, over 100 businesses have shown support for the Stakeholder Capitalism Metrics initiative
Learnings from the companies already reporting on these metrics are helping to inform the IFRS Foundation’s effort to create a global disclosure solution that meets investor needs with its International Sustainability Standards Board
Read more about the Stakeholder Capitalism Metrics and our Sustainable Development Impact Summit

Demand for Circular Economy Solutions Prompts Business and Government Changes

The World Economic Forum’s Scale360° initiative brings together leaders to jumpstart collaboration and circular innovation.
Scale360°’s unique and tested approaches help technologists, political leaders and entrepreneurs partner to reshape how products are made and consumed.
The initiative has expanded from 2 countries to 20 in 2021, demonstrating the growing demand for circular innovation around the world.