CGF Joint Statement on Human Rights in the Palm Oil Sector
CGF Joint Statement on Human Rights in the Palm Oil Sector
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Didier Bergeret, Sustainability Director, The Consumer Goods Forum
The CGF s Forest Positive Coalition of Action
Thursday, January 21, 2021 - 10:00am
CONTENT: Press Release
PARIS, 21 January 2021 /3BL Media/ As collectives of major global companies with supply chains in the palm oil sector, The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Forest Positive Coalition and Human Rights Coalition Working to End Forced Labour both share a steadfast commitment to tackling environmental and social issues associated with palm oil production and supply.
Why are companies becoming so interested in soil health?
Do data support that consumers are demanding regenerative practices? Are they willing to pay more for them?
Will soil health and regenerative agriculture practices be mandatory in the future?
Will growers see any financial reimbursements or incentives?
The Healthy Soils for Sustainable Cotton Farmer Showcase is part of the
Healthy Soils for Sustainable Cotton project, which provides farmer-focused education and training events delivered by Soil Health Institute scientists, partnering with local soil health technical specialists and farmer mentors who have implemented successful soil health management systems. The project aims to increase the adoption of soil health management systems among cotton producers while documenting environmental and economic benefits.
OpEd: Beyond Biden: Climate Investing in 2021
OpEd: Beyond Biden: Climate Investing in 2021
Deirdre Cooper, Portfolio Manager and Co-Head of Thematic Equity for Ninety One
Summary
The following letter has published as an OpEd in Investment Week; minor edits were made for additional distribution.
Tuesday, January 19, 2021 - 2:30pm
CONTENT: Press Release
January 19, 2021 /3BL Media/ - Joe Biden’s inauguration this month is set to be a milestone moment for international climate policy. The officiation of the former Vice-President is set to mark a transformational shift in the climate agenda of the United States. The Trump administration spent four years undermining and overturning the international and domestic climate agenda, however as the new Democrat president takes up residency, we’re set to see a concerted effort by the US government to rebuild its position as one of the leading advocates for action on climate change.