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Beauty Retailer Cuts Virgin Plastic 21% by 2030
Planet WinsFeb 12

Beauty Retailer Cuts Virgin Plastic 21% by 2030

AS Watson, the world's largest health and beauty retailer, just committed to slashing virgin plastic in its packaging by 21% across 27 global markets. The move affects everything from product boxes to shopping bags, proving major retailers can lead the fight against plastic waste.

Google News - Plastic Reduction3 min read
Outdoor Retailer Cuts Emissions 71% Ahead of Schedule
Planet WinsMay 5

Outdoor Retailer Cuts Emissions 71% Ahead of Schedule

Yonderland, an outdoor retail group operating across five European countries, slashed its direct emissions by 71% and beat its 2027 climate target three years early. The company also grew its repair, rental, and secondhand services while political support for climate action weakens worldwide.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
Global Retailer Cuts Virgin Plastic 21% by 2030
Planet WinsFeb 19

Global Retailer Cuts Virgin Plastic 21% by 2030

AS Watson, the world's largest health and beauty retailer, just committed to slashing virgin plastic in packaging by 21% by 2030. The company is already making changes in stores across China, Europe, and the Philippines that are saving tons of plastic right now.

Google News - Plastic Reduction2 min read
Japan's Fast Retailing Cuts Emissions 90% Early
Planet WinsMar 13

Japan's Fast Retailing Cuts Emissions 90% Early

Japan's Fast Retailing, parent company of UNIQLO, just crushed its climate goal four years early by slashing emissions 90% from stores and offices. The retail giant proves major fashion companies can move fast on climate action while growing their business. ##

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
60+ Nations Unite in Thailand for Sustainable Tourism Push
Planet WinsApr 23

60+ Nations Unite in Thailand for Sustainable Tourism Push

More than 60 countries gathered in Thailand for a landmark conference on sustainable tourism, marking a major shift from chasing visitor numbers to building responsible travel practices. The Global Sustainable Tourism Conference 2026 brought together 600 delegates to reshape how the world approaches tourism's environmental and social impact.

Regional: singapore breakthrough (SG)3 min read
2026 Brings Major Wins for Sustainability Worldwide
Planet WinsFeb 11

2026 Brings Major Wins for Sustainability Worldwide

This year marks a turning point for practical sustainability, with rental services booming, repair rights expanding, and electric vehicles going mainstream. Real change is happening now, and it's making everyday life better and more affordable.

Optimist Daily3 min read
IKEA Raises Pay to $29, Pressures NZ Retailers to Match
SolutionsJan 28

IKEA Raises Pay to $29, Pressures NZ Retailers to Match

IKEA just set a new standard for retail workers in New Zealand, raising entry pay to $29 an hour and adding 85 jobs with benefits other major retailers aren't matching. The move is pushing local chains to reconsider how they compensate their workforce.

Stuff NZ2 min read
Saudi Arabia's Aviation Giant Joins UN Sustainability Pact
Planet WinsJun 13

Saudi Arabia's Aviation Giant Joins UN Sustainability Pact

Saudia Group has joined the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative, bringing Saudi Arabia's entire aviation ecosystem into alignment with global environmental and social responsibility standards. The move advances the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals while positioning its aviation sector as a regional sustainability leader.

Regional: saudi arabia development (SA)2 min read
SHEIN and DHL Partner on Cleaner Aviation Fuel
Planet WinsApr 7

SHEIN and DHL Partner on Cleaner Aviation Fuel

Fashion retailer SHEIN is teaming up with shipping giant DHL to slash air cargo emissions using sustainable aviation fuel that can cut carbon by up to 80%. The partnership marks a growing shift in how global retailers are rethinking their shipping footprints.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
World's Largest Beauty Retailer Cuts Plastic 21% by 2030
SolutionsFeb 20

World's Largest Beauty Retailer Cuts Plastic 21% by 2030

AS Watson, operating in 28 markets worldwide, just committed to slashing virgin plastic use by 21% across all its store-brand products by 2030. The ambitious pledge targets packaging, shopping bags, delivery boxes, and warehouse materials where the health and beauty giant can make the biggest difference.

Google News - Plastic Reduction2 min read
Polio Survivor Builds ₹6,500 Crore Retail Empire
Community HeroesFeb 22

Polio Survivor Builds ₹6,500 Crore Retail Empire

Ram Chandra Agarwal contracted polio at age four, but refused to let disability define his future. Today, his V2 Retail chain is worth over ₹6,500 crore and serves millions across India. #

Times of India - Good News2 min read
Vietnam and Poland Partner on Green Tech and Sustainability
Solutions5d ago

Vietnam and Poland Partner on Green Tech and Sustainability

Vietnam and Poland are strengthening their partnership to advance green technology and sustainable development. The collaboration aims to support Vietnam's ambitious goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050.

Regional: poland development (PL)2 min read
New Framework Connects Local Actions to Global Sustainability
SolutionsFeb 21

New Framework Connects Local Actions to Global Sustainability

Scientists from 13 institutions just published a roadmap showing how cities and countries can work together to achieve the UN's 2030 sustainability goals. The framework reveals how progress in one place can accelerate or undermine success everywhere else.

Phys.org - Earth3 min read
Bangalore Market Hits 50th Event Celebrating Sustainability
Planet WinsJun 3

Bangalore Market Hits 50th Event Celebrating Sustainability

A monthly market that started four years ago in Bangalore has reached its 50th edition, bringing together farmers, small businesses, and conscious consumers every month. The two-day celebration showcases how sustainable living can be accessible to everyone.

The Hindu2 min read
AS Watson Cuts Virgin Plastic 21% by 2030
Planet WinsJan 29

AS Watson Cuts Virgin Plastic 21% by 2030

Major health and beauty retailer AS Watson just raised its sustainability game with a bold new pledge to slash virgin plastic across its own-brand packaging. The company aims to reduce plastic use by 21% before 2030, touching everything from shopping bags to warehouse materials.

Google News - Plastic Reduction2 min read
Ethiopia's Green Legacy Shows Africa Path to Sustainability
Planet Wins5d ago

Ethiopia's Green Legacy Shows Africa Path to Sustainability

Ethiopia's circular economy roadmap and massive reforestation efforts are becoming a blueprint for sustainable development across Africa. Finnish officials say the country's bold environmental policies could make it a regional leader in green growth.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)2 min read
5 Sustainable Clothing Brands Making Fashion Greener
Planet WinsApr 22

5 Sustainable Clothing Brands Making Fashion Greener

Major menswear brands are proving that looking good and protecting the planet can go hand in hand. From recycled materials to carbon-neutral goals, these companies are making sustainable shopping easier than ever.

Mens Health3 min read
Olive Oil Industry Finds Most Sustainable Waste Solution
SolutionsFeb 4

Olive Oil Industry Finds Most Sustainable Waste Solution

Scientists just solved a major sustainability puzzle for olive oil producers, and the answer might surprise the industry. A new study reveals which method of recycling olive waste wins for the planet, workers, and business.

Phys.org2 min read
UAE Prize Offers $7.2M for Sustainability Solutions
SolutionsJan 26

UAE Prize Offers $7.2M for Sustainability Solutions

The Zayed Sustainability Prize has opened applications for its 2027 cycle, offering $7.2 million to innovators solving real-world problems. Over 18 years, the program has improved lives for more than 400 million people worldwide.

Google News - Uae Innovation3 min read
UAE Prize Opens $7.2M Fund for Sustainability Solutions
VideosJan 28

UAE Prize Opens $7.2M Fund for Sustainability Solutions

The Zayed Sustainability Prize just opened applications for its 2027 cycle, offering $7.2 million to support innovations in health, food, energy, water, and climate action. Over 18 years, this award has already improved lives for 400 million people worldwide.

CleanTechnica2 min read

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