Sentences with phrase «with sustainability practices»

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We are committed to reducing impacts on the environment associated with our business activities and to implementing best practices to support environmental sustainability.

About Delta Management Group: Delta Management is a boutique search firm with a growing practice in clean tech, corporate social responsibility and sustainability professionals.

Previously he was a Director (senior partner) at McKinsey and co-founded and led the Cleantech and Sustainability practice there, working extensively with Global 100 technology, industrial, infrastructure, building systems, retail, utility and energy companies across the US, China, Korea, Japan, India, and Europe.

According to a recent survey from the Morgan Stanley Institute for Sustainable Investing, investors appear to place a premium on sustainability: Nearly three quarters (72 %) of those surveyed believe that companies with good environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices can achieve higher profitability and are better long - term investments.

In fact, a University of Oxford study showed that 80 % of 200 studies showed positive stock price performance with good sustainability practices.

(We can talk about the democratic practice of an omnibus bill later, perhaps, because gracious, what a miscarriage of democracy...) So Bill C - 45 is an omnibus bill, attached to our budget currently going through Parliament, with hundreds of provisions included, which (and these are the key ones related to Idle No More) seriously undermine our environmental sustainability as a nation and the sovereign rights of the First Nations still existing within our borders.

It provides standards with a roadmap to measure progress against sustainability goals and to improve practices over time.

Each season is marked with a reflection by farmer Lora Lea or her husband Rick about life on the farm as well as knowledge of sustainability practices that can be incorporated, no matter the location, or lack of farm.

Finally, there is the growing importance of sustainability, with around 20 % of consumer clean label perceptions being based on brand identity, sourcing, company practices, and manufacturing methods.

Their farm, and their practices are crafted with compassion and sustainability at their core, which makes for delicious meat that's good for you and the planet too.

Nor are we going to meet those sustainability commitments (achieving zero deforestation, tackling modern slavery, realising the SDGs by 2030) unless we figure out how to scale up more sustainable practices and do so in partnerships with other like - minded initiatives.

Aloha Seafood avoids doing business with fishing vessels based in third - world countries, as they often violate fishing quotas or sustainability practices, he says.

According to the company, the sustainability index includes companies listed on the BMV that incorporate best international practices with regards to social responsibility, environmental management and corporate governance based on an independent evaluation undertaken by the rating firm Empowering Responsible Investment and the Center of Excellence for Corporate Governance of Universidad Anahuac del Sur.

Sustainability There are very mixed opinions in the mainstream on whether organic farming is sustainable when comparing it with conventional farming practices.

More recently, the winery has committed to sustainability, with a focus on converting all family - owned vineyards to sustainable farming practices as well as the use of solar panels.

Upholding the ethos of our Group, all business practices and product development protocols for aseptic liquid packaging material manufacturing have been immaculately conceived to conform with our guiding principles of innovation to create value added differentiation and sustainability.

With a shared vision of how organic principles and practices can benefit all of human society and the planet's diverse ecosystems, IFOAM — Organics International and the International Society of Organic Farming Research (ISOFAR), and their generous supporters, the government of Goesan County, Republic of Korea, held an International Organic Expo from 18 September — 11 October 2015, to imagine and plan the future of the organic sector and its contribution to ecological sustainability and societal well - being.

When it comes to sustainability, factors such as responsible sourcing and ethical farming practices were just as important as environmental factors to consumers, while some also equated organic and non-GMO with health, added Kerry.

In his capacity as technical brewing projects manager, Chuck works with the technical committee and the safety, sustainability, quality, draught beer quality, engineering, information technology and supply chain subcommittees, as well as the keg repatriation working group, to encourage and facilitate best practices in all phases of Brewers Association members» brewery operations.

Sustainability in Packaging Europe is the only European packaging event designed to offer a 360 degree perspective on the key challenges and solutions the supply chain is faced with to evolve towards sustainable practices for packaging and a circular economy.

Constructive suggestions offered for the future direction of the program include an emphasis on increasing public awareness about issues of sustainability in farming and encouraging the purchase of winegrapes and wine produced with sustainable winegrowing practices.

The California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA) program has 1,700 wineries and vineyards that have evaluated the sustainability of their operations with CSWA's Code of best practices — representing 70 percent of California's wine acreage and 65 percent of the state's wine shipments.

In its 2009 Sustainability Report, CSWA reported marked improvement of Energy Efficiency scores since the 2004 baseline report, with vineyards increasing average scores in 7 out of 7 energy efficiency practices and vintners increasing average scores in 7 out of 10 criteria.

Since the statewide California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA) introduced its Code of Sustainability workbook in 2002, about 37,000 acres in Sonoma went through the voluntary assessment at least once during those dozen years, so many growers were familiar with the best practices.

A series of free seminars will be hosted at foodpro covering topical industry issues such as traceability, sustainability, best practices, along with case studies and demonstrations.

We are proud to join our industry partners in the Further with Food initiative to share solutions and best practices for reducing waste,» said Laura Abshire, Director of Sustainability for the National Restaurant Association.

Antea Group's team has nearly a century of cumulative experience in the brewing and beverage industries, specializing in delivering sustainable results from strategy through implementation, with an emphasis on integrating sustainability into core business practices.

As one of the first companies to introduce an organic and fair trade vanilla from Madagascar, we are committed to programs that promote sustainable environmental practices and which enable farmers to earn a successful livelihood in countries where poverty is common.As part of this sustainability commitment, Nielsen - Massey has taken a leadership role in improving the overall health of the vanilla industry, with a particular emphasis on improving economic prospects for the farmers who make the industry possible.

Our wine cellar features a selection of both local and European wines with a focus on small producers with a strong commitment to natural practices, sustainability, and old - world techniques.

At Hormel Foods, we recognize that our sustainability practices directly align with our financial goals, and thus sustainability serves as a guide to our day - to - day business operations.

The rights of workers, the sustainability of farming practices, and the value of whole, unprocessed foods for our kids are prioritized with a program like this.

Participants attend a series of classes that explore big picture issues and local solutions, network with peers and sustainability thought - leaders, and practice community organizing skills that empower Chicagoans to make difference.

Alas, with no sustainability built into the system, Baby Friendly practice began to fail.

A key goal is to practice sustainability by working with small businesses and artisans to supply families with heirloom quality, non-disposable toys that support healthy lifestyles in balance with the environment.

As director of SU's sustainability education, May «works with professors and students from all disciplines, as well as with staff in energy management, food services, parking and transportation, buildings and grounds, and waste management to promote understanding and research about the university as a whole system of resources and best practices,» according to a university webpage.

What if, he asked, you could design a financial incentive for good management practices, with conservation - minded tourists paying higher prices for local lobsters in exchange for harvesting practices that would ensure the fishery's sustainability?

Work in the center will expand upon earlier pilot research to help determine best practices for improving asthma outcomes among high - risk children with asthma and ensure long - term program sustainability.

It's not often a company known for affordable clothing and multitude of stores is synonymous with sustainability and eco-friend practices, but Gap...

The cost of group based health sustainability practices (Tai Chi, Qigong, Wellness Coaching, Yoga, Meditation, etc.) is cheaper by magnitudes than treating people one at a time with pharmacy and clinical procedures.

Sustainability and humane business practices are a big deal for us and we make choices about even the tiniest details — such as the ingredients in the softgels we use — with these values in mind.

However, with a new interest in quality, sustainability, and fair market practices in the cacao and chocolate trade, the small family farmers of Belize are able to provide a high quality bean as well as provide for their families.

Regarding carbohydrate source, a diet with a low versus high glycemic index can be used to reduce HbA1c moderately (by ∼ 0.5 %).13 Case series and pilot studies reveal more substantial improvements in HbA1c and other benefits (less hypoglycemia and reduced glycemic variability) with a very low — carbohydrate diet (VLCD).14 — 21 Although varying to some degree among studies, a VLCD is typically defined as ≤ 20 to 50 g per day of carbohydrates or ≤ 5 % to 10 % carbohydrates as a proportion of calories.22 — 24 In T1DM, small sample sizes and methodological issues limit the significance of VLCD benefits, and little is known about prevalence, practice, and sustainability.

Working with educators, we are updating the curriculum and assessment practices for the teaching of the global competencies that are necessary for the current and future economy, such as critical thinking, problem solving, innovation, creativity, entrepreneurship, self - direction, collaboration, communication, global citizenship, and sustainability.

Differentiated Instruction Made Practical will provide theory and practice for both engagement and rigor, with an emphasis on sustainability for instructors and deep, durable, and flexible learning for all students.

Differentiated Instruction Made Practical Led by HGSE lecturer Rhonda Bondie, the course provides theory and practice for both engagement and rigor, with an emphasis on sustainability for instructors and deep, durable, and flexible learning for all students.

We salute the many schools — too many to list — for initiating and encouraging projects and sustainable practices, along with the enthusiasm and passion of the waste and sustainability educators, which can only bring about positive outcomes in the long run.

Schools face pressure to comply with legislation and guidelines around sustainability, most notably, Part L of the Building Regulations and BREEAM which stipulates buildings must demonstrate good practice around energy efficiency.

Build trust, capacity, collegiality, and sustainability with developmental practices that meet adult needs.

The goal of this module is to provide participants with an introduction to some strategies, tools, and promising practices of Education for Sustainability.

Kewin said that he was now working with more 16 - 19 free schools to forge links with other sixth forms to form a network and share good practice around sustainability.