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
Ford announces groundbreaking new feature included with every electric vehicle sale
Rivian offers $3k discount to buyers switching from a gas car
EVs for All: How Car Shares Are Making Electric Vehicles Accessible
New NISSAN ENERGY Charge Network simplifies EV charging on the go
Uber partners with Rivian for week of electric vehicle rides in Los Angeles
Toyota to get Suzuki's first-ever EV as partnership expands
Lucid Gravity Orders to Open November 7, 2024
Polestar Delivers First Polestar 3 Manufactured in U.S. to North American Customers
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
H&M launches an eco-friendly plant in North Carolina
This kid’s clothing brand—beloved by Rihanna and Beyoncé—is on a mission to make sustainability cool
Kering, Centre for Sustainable Fashion launch governance initiative
Cascale co-hosts climate event with Worldly, outlines decarbonisation steps
Nike’s Releasing a Luxe-Yet-Sustainable Air Force 1 in 2025
HILOS is making footwear more sustainable without skimping on style
ASICS and Studio Hagel Join Forces on the Stealthy NEOCURVE
HOME & PETCARE
Solutions for eco-friendly practices, products, and designs within the household, including pet ownership.
LG Electronics unveils revolutionary, energy-saving home appliances
Smart Home Innovations 2024: Trends in AI, Security, and Sustainability
14 of the Best Brands Making Energy Efficient Washing Machines
All Access with Andy Garcia Explores Green Homes
A Wind Turbine is Repurposed Into a Sustainable Tiny Home of the Future
Startup unveils sleek new tiny homes capable of generating energy for modern off-grid living
Brondell redefines sustainable showers
PetSmart and TerraCycle Launch Pet Food Bag Recycling Program in Arizona and New Jersey
Spanish insect producer secures funding to increase capacity
Bacterial protein allows sustainability, ethical claims for pet food
Scoular reports on sustainability accomplishments
Examining the Quality, Sustainability, Versatility & Digestibility of Insect Protein
ETICAT+ Coffee Grounds Cat Litter is Sustainable
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
Sodexo doubles down on plant-based offerings at college campuses
Lidl invests in own-label plant-based, targeting 25% category sales
Chunk Foods brings its plant-based whole cuts to US retailers
MorningStar Farms® Celebrates 50 Years of Tantalizing Tastebuds with Plant-Based Goodness
The University of Texas makes half of its meals plant-based
Rebellyous Foods Launches Spicy Kickin’ Patty as Students Demand Bolder Plant-Based Flavors
Flora Food Group investing in the future of plant-based foods
How BettaF!sh is creating seafood from seaweed
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
David’s Bridal Says Yes to the Dress (Again) with New Resale Program
Resale Clothing Platform Vinted to Expand Into Electronics, Other Categories
Zara launches repair, resale and donation services in the US
Patagonia adopts Trove resale Plugin
Decathlon partners with Rebike Mobility for more circular e-bikes
How Cashify is cashing in on India’s love for pre-loved phones
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
Company unveils new wine bottle that could forever change the alcohol industry
Brewing for a Sustainable Future: How Brewing Beer Gives Back to the Planet
Ahascragh, Ireland’s First Eco Distillery
Grays furthers sustainability efforts
Monkey 47 unveils 95% recycled glass bottle
Hideout Vodka Joins with National Parks Conservation Association
JRE and Vaider Group Unveil Groundbreaking Sustainable Initiative for the Wine Industry
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
76% of travellers want sustainable travel options
United, Lufthansa, British Airways, Qantas, Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines Boosting Sustainable Aviation Fuel for Flight Routes
California, national airlines announce sustainable jet fuel partnership
Grove Collaborative Announces “Beyond Plastic™ Stay” Partnership Pilot with Crescent Hotels & Resorts
From Foraging To Five-Star Hotels, Helsinki Redefines Green Travel
ATTA Unveils New Initiatives to Drive Sustainability in Adventure Travel
The GDS-Movement and BeCause partner to accelerate sustainable tourism
Populus Hotel Opens in Denver, Redefining Eco-Conscious Hospitality
Selar to Launch Sustainable Expedition Cruise Company
European Grant Awarded to Swap2Zero Carbon-Neutral Luxury Cruise Ship
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
Winners announced for the 2024 Sustainable Beauty Awards
Sustainability in cosmetics: consumers continue to have high expectations
Is this the cool, sustainable answer to beauty's plastic problem?
How indie beauty brands are embracing sustainability as a core value
Opal Cosmetics Group’s sustainability journey to shape the future
Element Beauty debuts carbon-captured cosmetics packaging with Caliray
Rouge Experience Refillable Lipstick Features Mono-Material Packaging
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
E1 boss on making boat racing more sustainable
UEFA’s ESG Action Plan: The Way Forward to Make Sports More Sustainable
Extreme H signs 3 year FOX Sports Broadcast deal
Liverpool FC joins global sustainability network to advance its green leadership
Sustainable Golf Week to focus on how golf serves communities
APTIM's 2024 Sustainable Sport Index Benchmarking Report Shares Worldclass Insights from Professional Sports Venues
Pioneering Clean Energy at Netflix — and Across the Entertainment Industry
Billie Eilish to host 'Overheated' sustainability event at Atlanta's State Farm Arena
The Art of Eco-Responsible Filmmaking
How live entertainment can shift to be more sustainable
PUMA’s ‘Stitch + Spice’ Running for Top Prize at the World’s Biggest Sustainability Film Festival
PERSONAL FINANCES
Solutions for advancing consumer sustainable behaviors through personal finances and transactions.
Credit Cards Charge Ahead With Rewards for Driving Electric
New approach to educating clients about greener home options is an instant hit
Nationwide offers mortgage holders 0% loans to make their homes more eco friendly
Everybody Wins When Banks Help Customers Understand the Carbon Impact of Their Spending
Mastercard: Connecting Everyday Sustainable Choices Into the Core of Our Business
DBS Bank Indonesia’s ‘green’ credit card targets Gen Z
Top Eco-Friendly Banks: Sustainable Banking Solutions for a Greener Future