Archives for Top Stories of 2013
Balancing Resilience and Growth Within the Supply Chain
A Deloitte study gives an overview of the challenges companies face within their supply chains and how they can partner with their suppliers to solve them.
Supporting Science Education One Key to a Prosperous South Africa
The Cape Town Science Centre aims to spark interest among local youth who can help build South Africa’s, and the continent’s, capacity in the sciences.
More Brands Dump Sustainable Forest Initiative’s Paper Certification Program
On Wednesday ForestEthics announced more major brands have moved away from the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) paper products certification program.
Are Entrepreneurs (i.e. White People) Bad for Detroit?
Detroit entrepreneurs are getting a bad rap in the Motor City. So are white people really bad for Detroit?
GreenClics.com Interview of Leon Kaye Sheds Light on Social Media and Sustainability
Read Leon Kaye's interview with GreenClics.com, a CSR and sustainability firm helping companies gain faster access to stakeholders via social networks.
Four Years As A CSR & Sustainability Writer: Thoughts
Yes, it does get better. Four years ago, after quitting the world’s most toxic firm I lasted not even four weeks at the world’s worst company before I was told to leave. It was the lowest of the low. So ...
Not Wasting Time: 25% of Procter and Gamble’s Factories Now Zero-Waste
Today Proctor and Gamble announced the consumer packaged goods giant has reached a new zero-waste milestone.
The 25 Hottest Sustainability Professionals
Let's welcome April with a list of who make up the 25 hottest sustainability professionals.
Leon Kaye Speaking at San Francisco State Univ. Downtown Campus, Wed. April 3, 5pm
If you are in San Francisco on April 3, I am a guest speaker at San Francisco State University’s downtown campus located on 835 Market Street.
LabDoor Promises to Bring Transparency to the Supplement Industry
LabDoor, a young technology startup, promises to hold the supplement industry accountable with its up and coming app and web interface.
The Sharing Economy Hits the Mainstream Media, and That’s a Good Thing
Now leading news outlets are not only discussing the sharing economy: they are touting it, including Forbes and The Economist.
Travel Tips: How to Enjoy India Even More
Time to share some travel tips based on my recent travel to India. Common sense, comfort and sensibility about local customs reign.