The Solutionists Weekly Digest
Welcome to Seeing Green: The Solutionists Weekly Digest, your weekly roundup of the latest news and progress in sustainable living. From eco-friendly homes and sustainable mobility solutions to mindful travel, food, fashion, sport and entertainment, we bring you the news highlights of the week from The Solutionists – the brands and organizations empowering consumers to live more sustainably.
Edition: Week ending September 21, 2024
MOBILITY
Solutions for eco-friendly transportation options that reduce carbon emissions, promote energy efficiency, and encourage the use of alternative fuels and public transit.
It’s Official: GM EVs Now Supported at Superchargers
Why VW investing $5 billion in Rivian might be transformative for both companies — and the auto industry
Toyota EV plans: Tenfold boost by 2026, solid-state batteries
Kia targets Tesla with record sales and new EV discounts
GM and EVgo plan more ‘flagship’ EV charging locations that look like gas stations
World's 1st solar-electric vehicle visits San Francisco
Southern California Edison, Ford to Rward Electric Vehicle Owners Who Support the Grid
Canoo Inc. Secures Partnerships with Walmart, NASA, and U.S. Postal Service for Electric Vehicle Fleet
APPAREL
Solutions for eco-friendly clothing and accessories, including those that reduce environmental impact through sustainable materials, sourcing, manufacturing processes and retail practices.
The North Face unveils futuristic new running shoe — and the sole includes sustainably sourced rubber
GANNI and Canopy Join Forces to Enhance Sustainability
The Keep it Going Classic Clogs by Crocs Features Croslite
Storm Creek Joins bluesign System As The First U.S. Promotional Products Brand Partner
How Sustainable Beachwear by The Someday Co. is Making Waves in Eco-Fashion
House of Khaddar champions sustainable fashion with ‘Sutura’ collection at NYFW 2024
iClothing Unveils its Bold and Eco-Friendly Sugarhill Collection
New golf apparel collection with sustainable fabrics launched
HOME & PETCARE
Solutions for eco-friendly practices, products, and designs within the household, including pet ownership.
LG Shines at IDEA 2024: Two Gold Awards Celebrate Innovative and Inclusive Design
Celebrating 10 Years of Sustainable Living Insights and the ReNEWW House
Electrolux GRO: Sprouting a sustainable kitchen revolution
Real Estate Undergoing a Sustainable Revolution
A New, Revolutionary System for Home Energy Management
For KB Home, Sustainability and Affordability Aren’t Mutually Exclusive
Atelier collabs with Sarah Sherman Samuel, ABC Carpet & Home debuts vintage furniture and more sustainable home news
Eastman’s Naia Renew: Revolutionizing the Home Textiles Market with Sustainable Innovation
How The Honest Home Company is shaping the sustainable home revolution
Study Finds Superior Health Outcomes in Dogs Fed a Plant-Based Diet
Petfood Essentials zeroes in on sustainability in 2025
Schmackos switches to 60% recycled packaging
Fresh, insect-based dog food startup secures $1.46 million in funding
Australians turning to ethical, sustainable pet food
FOOD & PLANT-BASED
Solutions for eco-conscious eating practices, products, and sourcing methods that prioritize organic, locally-sourced, and ethically-produced food, including plant-based.
Plant-Based World Expo Breaks Records at Fifth Annual Event
Interest in sustainability trending upward among meat consumers
Plant-based whole cut startup Juicy Marbles plans US retail launch in 2025, aims for profitability by year end
How the Founder of Beyond Meat Brought Plant-Based Options to McDonald's
Sodexo Teams Up with Topanga, Making Campus Cafeterias Across the U.S. More Sustainable
F’real to debut plant-based shake
‘Emily In Paris’ Star Lucas Bravo Wants His Character’s Restaurant To Go Vegan
More Than 90% Patient Satisfaction for New York City Health + Hospitals’ Plant-Based Meals
Vivera Launches Plant-Based Protein Bites Made From Whole Food Ingredients
RECOMMERCE
Solutions for the resale and reuse of goods, highlighting platforms, practices, and products that extend the life cycle of items through resale, rental, refill and repair.
Ikea’s New Secondhand Shop Looks a Lot Like Facebook Marketplace
OfferUp's 2024 Recommerce Report: 58% of Shoppers Prefer Secondhand Over New As Resale Stigma Continues to Fade
Coach enables instant resale via Poshmark
US roll-out for Zara clothing resale platform Premium Article
Will Adding Resale Help Stitch Fix Bring Back Customers?
Top Resale Sites from Consumer Brands
How Carousell Group is leading SEA’s push toward recommerce
SecondShop Launches B2C ‘Re-Commerce’ Platform to Change How Canadians Buy
Catch founders to build new re-commerce platform
SPIRITS & WINE
Solutions for eco-friendly alcoholic beverages, including sustainable ingredients, farming practices, production, packaging and distribution.
Tackling sustainability issues within the global drinks industry
Sonoma’s La Crema Winery Wins Marie Claire Sustainability Award 2024
EcoSpirits debuts Impact Calculator
Anheuser-Busch Launches Organic Beer With Michelob Ultra Pure Gold
Shaking and Stirring a Greener Future
Sustainable Rewild Wines: Australian Eco-Friendly Brand Debuts in Western Canada
TRAVEL & TOURISM
Solutions for enabling eco-conscious travel options, practices, and destinations – where to go, how to get there, where to stay and what to do.
Travalyst Scales Sustainable Travel Efforts with Emissions Data for 65 Billion Flight Searches
Cruise industry data shows continued progress toward environmental sustainability goals
Royal Caribbean Taking Big Step Towards Greener Cruising
Study: Climate crisis driving almost half of UK tourists towards greener travel
American Airlines Leads The Charge With Innovative Carbon Removal Technologies
Renewable fuel company to deliver ground-breaking 1 million gallons to United Airlines
Jet Zero Gains Altitude
AirAsia and Airbus announce wide-ranging partnership to accelerate aviation sustainability
BEAUTY & PERSONAL CARE
Solutions for eco-friendly cosmetics and personal care products that prioritize natural ingredients, ethical sourcing, minimal / reusable packaging, and environmentally responsible practices.
L’Oréal Inks Tri-Party Deal for Sustainable Beauty Ingredients
Skincare brands are using refillable pods to enhance sustainability
The Waterless Beauty Revolution: Why Consumers Are Going Dry
Credo debuts Pact Collective’s sustainable pump in new private label skin-care range
Future scent: Acqua di Parma’s new sustainable perfumery
SunKiss Launches Refill Program
SPORT & CULTURE
Solutions for advancing eco-friendly practices and initiatives of and through sports and cultural events, including around leagues, teams, venues, fans and major events.
UN Tourism and FIA Reinforce Partnership to Advance Sustainable Sports Tourism
Racing Green: How Mercedes F1 is Driving Sustainability Beyond Sport
Paris Olympics sports equipment moves to new homes
Amazon/MGM Sponsors First ‘Sustainable Production for Entertainment Certification’
How Coldplay’s Concerts Promote Sustainability
AGF’S Claire O’Neill Hails ‘New Dawn’ for Sustainable Events
AY Young is Powering Music with Clean Energy to Spark Global Change
USGBC California Launches First Sustainability Standard for Entertainment Workers
How Online Gaming is Going Green: Sustainable Tech in Virtual Casinos
Imagining Zero: Festival, Higher Ground series aim for music-industry sustainability
PERSONAL FINANCES
Solutions for advancing consumer sustainable behaviors through personal finances and transactions.
Karma Wallet Fintech Partners with Dyme Travel to Offer Sustainable Travel Solutions
Financial Barriers Hinder UK Consumers’ Efforts to Address Climate Crisis: Doconomy Reveals
Credit Cards Charge Ahead With Rewards for Driving Electric