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 November 2, 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. 

EV sales have not fallen, cooled, slowed or slumped

https://tinyurl.com/5yyeb64f

Ford announces groundbreaking new feature included with every electric vehicle sale

https://tinyurl.com/3w88fe36

Rivian offers $3k discount to buyers switching from a gas car

https://tinyurl.com/25xxwmus

EVs for All: How Car Shares Are Making Electric Vehicles Accessible

https://tinyurl.com/ytm8dunh

New NISSAN ENERGY Charge Network simplifies EV charging on the go

https://tinyurl.com/mwk2cm4h

Uber partners with Rivian for week of electric vehicle rides in Los Angeles

https://tinyurl.com/5b7a2jm2

Toyota to get Suzuki's first-ever EV as partnership expands

https://tinyurl.com/3488njj3

Lucid Gravity Orders to Open November 7, 2024

https://tinyurl.com/2bnewpzh

Polestar Delivers First Polestar 3 Manufactured in U.S. to North American Customers

https://tinyurl.com/yesppbuk

APPAREL

Solutions for eco-friendly clothing and accessories, including those that reduce environmental impact through sustainable materials, sourcing, manufacturing processes and retail practices.

eBay expands Circular Fashion Fund globally

https://tinyurl.com/2ex839n8

H&M launches an eco-friendly plant in North Carolina

https://tinyurl.com/373dd4w8

This kid’s clothing brand—beloved by Rihanna and Beyoncé—is on a mission to make sustainability cool

https://tinyurl.com/5n8399a2

Kering, Centre for Sustainable Fashion launch governance initiative

https://tinyurl.com/443573r4

Cascale co-hosts climate event with Worldly, outlines decarbonisation steps

https://tinyurl.com/bdpjmp2k

Nike’s Releasing a Luxe-Yet-Sustainable Air Force 1 in 2025

https://tinyurl.com/2vm2udhf

HILOS is making footwear more sustainable without skimping on style

https://tinyurl.com/3s9d82r4

ASICS and Studio Hagel Join Forces on the Stealthy NEOCURVE

https://tinyurl.com/5es2sbs5

 

HOME & PETCARE

Solutions for eco-friendly practices, products, and designs within the household, including pet ownership.

LG Electronics unveils revolutionary, energy-saving home appliances

https://tinyurl.com/587ekykd

Smart Home Innovations 2024: Trends in AI, Security, and Sustainability

https://tinyurl.com/4fzck44c

14 of the Best Brands Making Energy Efficient Washing Machines

https://tinyurl.com/ycxjpxj3

All Access with Andy Garcia Explores Green Homes

https://tinyurl.com/mvcw7dd5

A Wind Turbine is Repurposed Into a Sustainable Tiny Home of the Future

https://tinyurl.com/3hv5xwv6

Startup unveils sleek new tiny homes capable of generating energy for modern off-grid living

https://tinyurl.com/46454zkx

Brondell redefines sustainable showers

https://tinyurl.com/354ysd5j

PetSmart and TerraCycle Launch Pet Food Bag Recycling Program in Arizona and New Jersey

https://tinyurl.com/ww7netbj

Spanish insect producer secures funding to increase capacity

https://tinyurl.com/8ha4vy82

Bacterial protein allows sustainability, ethical claims for pet food

https://tinyurl.com/5scvr663

Scoular reports on sustainability accomplishments

https://tinyurl.com/382uzavs

Examining the Quality, Sustainability, Versatility & Digestibility of Insect Protein

https://tinyurl.com/4f5d8rcc

ETICAT+ Coffee Grounds Cat Litter is Sustainable

https://tinyurl.com/594b3xsh

  

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. 

Report Tracks Shoppers’ Shift to Plant-Based Foods

https://tinyurl.com/t745ye4n

Sodexo doubles down on plant-based offerings at college campuses

https://tinyurl.com/2s3tyur8

Lidl invests in own-label plant-based, targeting 25% category sales

https://tinyurl.com/2yr5ky6b

Chunk Foods brings its plant-based whole cuts to US retailers

https://tinyurl.com/4u4fpdz4

MorningStar Farms® Celebrates 50 Years of Tantalizing Tastebuds with Plant-Based Goodness

https://tinyurl.com/yzkpfps2

The University of Texas makes half of its meals plant-based

https://tinyurl.com/ywjhk6y3

Rebellyous Foods Launches Spicy Kickin’ Patty as Students Demand Bolder Plant-Based Flavors

https://tinyurl.com/49f37n3c

Flora Food Group investing in the future of plant-based foods

https://tinyurl.com/zy4xcemd

How BettaF!sh is creating seafood from seaweed

https://tinyurl.com/4xxx53wu

  

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.

Under consumption' trend grows as Gen Z prioritises second-hand shopping

https://tinyurl.com/2d7y523w

David’s Bridal Says Yes to the Dress (Again) with New Resale Program

https://tinyurl.com/27ea2rxv

Resale Clothing Platform Vinted to Expand Into Electronics, Other Categories

https://tinyurl.com/y522vm94

Zara launches repair, resale and donation services in the US

https://tinyurl.com/yf229bb9

Patagonia adopts Trove resale Plugin

https://tinyurl.com/mr2rr98k

Decathlon partners with Rebike Mobility for more circular e-bikes

https://tinyurl.com/5xzezajj

How Cashify is cashing in on India’s love for pre-loved phones

https://tinyurl.com/83jhjyu7

 

SPIRITS & WINE

Solutions for eco-friendly alcoholic beverages, including sustainable ingredients, farming practices, production, packaging and distribution.

Sustainable Sips: The Growth Of Eco-Conscious Brewing

https://tinyurl.com/5r68saby

Company unveils new wine bottle that could forever change the alcohol industry

https://tinyurl.com/bdfe9sa9

Brewing for a Sustainable Future: How Brewing Beer Gives Back to the Planet

https://tinyurl.com/4epsp3d7

Ahascragh, Ireland’s First Eco Distillery

https://tinyurl.com/59yksdvr

Grays furthers sustainability efforts

https://tinyurl.com/r8x7khdv

Monkey 47 unveils 95% recycled glass bottle

https://tinyurl.com/yc47p8y4

Hideout Vodka Joins with National Parks Conservation Association

https://tinyurl.com/mrydz9su

JRE and Vaider Group Unveil Groundbreaking Sustainable Initiative for the Wine Industry

https://tinyurl.com/2cvvk425

 

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.

Booking.com Launches the Next Phase of its Sustainability Program for Accommodation Partners

https://tinyurl.com/d6uwjbxf

76% of travellers want sustainable travel options

https://tinyurl.com/38wnykn3

United, Lufthansa, British Airways, Qantas, Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines Boosting Sustainable Aviation Fuel for Flight Routes

https://tinyurl.com/279xnb2e

California, national airlines announce sustainable jet fuel partnership

https://tinyurl.com/y327hv7z

Grove Collaborative Announces “Beyond Plastic™ Stay” Partnership Pilot with Crescent Hotels & Resorts

https://tinyurl.com/sd89rufk

From Foraging To Five-Star Hotels, Helsinki Redefines Green Travel

https://tinyurl.com/4422wr3f

ATTA Unveils New Initiatives to Drive Sustainability in Adventure Travel

https://tinyurl.com/3e6rc77s

The GDS-Movement and BeCause partner to accelerate sustainable tourism 

https://tinyurl.com/2pm6f4bt

Populus Hotel Opens in Denver, Redefining Eco-Conscious Hospitality

https://tinyurl.com/8tdyckcf

Selar to Launch Sustainable Expedition Cruise Company

https://tinyurl.com/2j83n8wm

European Grant Awarded to Swap2Zero Carbon-Neutral Luxury Cruise Ship

https://tinyurl.com/ymthxa66

 

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.

US [beauty] brands face rising consumer demand for sustainability, says Mintel report

https://tinyurl.com/56t437sx

Winners announced for the 2024 Sustainable Beauty Awards

https://tinyurl.com/refv7uk5

Sustainability in cosmetics: consumers continue to have high expectations

https://tinyurl.com/ywfym2z8

Is this the cool, sustainable answer to beauty's plastic problem?

https://tinyurl.com/2w4x2c34

How indie beauty brands are embracing sustainability as a core value

https://tinyurl.com/yvu6nx8r

Opal Cosmetics Group’s sustainability journey to shape the future

https://tinyurl.com/4n6cknjy

Element Beauty debuts carbon-captured cosmetics packaging with Caliray

https://tinyurl.com/yuvjw45n

Rouge Experience Refillable Lipstick Features Mono-Material Packaging

https://tinyurl.com/2h2w84a7

 

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.

LA28, the Sustainable Footprint of the Car-Free Olympics

https://tinyurl.com/5bftkaad

E1 boss on making boat racing more sustainable

https://tinyurl.com/mwks7pj8

UEFA’s ESG Action Plan: The Way Forward to Make Sports More Sustainable

https://tinyurl.com/3psjptej

Extreme H signs 3 year FOX Sports Broadcast deal

https://tinyurl.com/2wmd3p8z

Liverpool FC joins global sustainability network to advance its green leadership

https://tinyurl.com/28t6csyv

Sustainable Golf Week to focus on how golf serves communities

https://tinyurl.com/3s64zydh

APTIM's 2024 Sustainable Sport Index Benchmarking Report Shares Worldclass Insights from Professional Sports Venues

https://tinyurl.com/3mskvc6c

Pioneering Clean Energy at Netflix — and Across the Entertainment Industry

https://tinyurl.com/2eeu6r6n

Billie Eilish to host 'Overheated' sustainability event at Atlanta's State Farm Arena

https://tinyurl.com/3zpse7hh

The Art of Eco-Responsible Filmmaking

https://tinyurl.com/4hx8dnw2

How live entertainment can shift to be more sustainable

https://tinyurl.com/5a2ty2hu

PUMA’s ‘Stitch + Spice’ Running for Top Prize at the World’s Biggest Sustainability Film Festival

https://tinyurl.com/4utfdrt2

PERSONAL FINANCES

Solutions for advancing consumer sustainable behaviors through personal finances and transactions.

Credit Cards Charge Ahead With Rewards for Driving Electric

https://tinyurl.com/mrxhkhkb

New approach to educating clients about greener home options is an instant hit

https://tinyurl.com/muhj82f

Nationwide offers mortgage holders 0% loans to make their homes more eco friendly

https://tinyurl.com/2xj3esxs

Everybody Wins When Banks Help Customers Understand the Carbon Impact of Their Spending

https://tinyurl.com/bdz3ymjn

Mastercard: Connecting Everyday Sustainable Choices Into the Core of Our Business

https://tinyurl.com/3at5fkn2

DBS Bank Indonesia’s ‘green’ credit card targets Gen Z

https://tinyurl.com/ywn82sj8

Top Eco-Friendly Banks: Sustainable Banking Solutions for a Greener Future

https://tinyurl.com/mpcpx6tc

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