Sustainability

The latest Sustainability features, company profiles, and executive interviews from across North America.

Sustainability Corporate Stories

Beyond Alliance Announces Superpollutant Action Initiative

Beyond Alliance has announced the Superpollutant Action Initiative – a USD$100 million global campaign aimed at escalating efforts against the effects of powerful warming agents that are increasingly harming the planet.

LG Electronics Accelerates Circularity with Logistics and Supply Chain Progress

LG Electronics is embedding circular economy principles across its production, distribution, and disposal operations as part of its “Better Life for All” ESG strategy. The company has outlined progress and ambitious 2030 targets, with a particular focus on sustainable logistics, packaging, and material innovation. Plastic-free packaging and closed-loop recycling Across distribution, LG is implementing plastic-free packaging for small appliances, replacing internal cushioning with pulp mold and corrugated cardboard to enhance recyclability. It is also expanding closed-loop recycling at logistics sites, collecting used stretch film and converting it into new logistics materials, reducing both virgin plastic use and operational waste. “Circularity is not a single initiative; it’s a system-wide transformation,” said John I. Taylor, Senior Vice President, LG Electronics USA. “Through innovation, collaboration and transparent goals, LG is committed to the transition to a circular economy while delivering on our ESG commitments and our Better Life for All vision.” Production: Scaling Recycled and Eco-Friendly Materials LG is ramping up the use of recycled plastics in product components, building on 188,000 tons already used by 2024, with a goal of 600,000 tons by 2030. The company is also expanding pulp mold packaging, an industry-first technology capable of handling loads exceeding 44 pounds, now used for medium-sized products like air purifiers and soundbars, reducing plastic use while maintaining protection. Through subscription-based business models in South Korea and proactive maintenance, LG is extending product lifespans and reducing premature replacement. Its ThinQ UP appliances allow customers to add new features via software updates, recording over 20 million cumulative global upgrade actions,…

LyondellBasell Industries Updates 2030 Sustainability Goals 

LyondellBasell Industries – a global leader in the chemical industry – revises its emissions and circularity targets to reflect market conditions while maintaining a long-term sustainability strategy.

Konect : Bridging the Gap

Om Shankar, Vice President and General Manager of Konect, considers how fuel retailers can accelerate electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the US.

PADI : Igniting Ocean Torchbearers

PADI is committed to protecting the oceans, fueled by creating innovative partnerships, re-envisioning the way people travel, and encouraging daily changes for a better and healthier ocean planet.

World Hydrogen Leaders : Hydrogen Community Gathers in Houston

Nadim Chaudhry, CEO, and Lucy Rankin, Program Director of World Hydrogen Leaders, tell us about the upcoming annual congress dedicated to advancing the clean hydrogen industry.

Advetec North America : Revolutionizing Waste Management

In the world of waste management, strides are being made at an unprecedented pace to reshape how we handle the world’s refuse. Scott Owen, Director of Business Development at Advetec North America, explores.

City of Costa Mesa : Sustainability in the City

In the heart of Orange County, environmental matters are at the core of Costa Mesa and the City Council. Energy and Sustainability Services Manager, Salem Afeworki, shares the plans to reduce waste and emissions.

Petainer : Supporting the Decarbonization of North America with PET

Petainer is a responsible PET manufacturing business striving to produce innovative, circular products that can be collected and recycled.

Gigafactories and Decarbonizing the US Economy

Lars Carlstrom, Founder and CEO of Statevolt and Italvolt, discusses one of the most impactful developments underway today – gigafactories.

ABB : Energy Efficient Motors

We speak to Richard Matonich, Regional Division Manager for Large Motors and Generators at ABB, about the latest decarbonization technologies.

A Landmark Environmental Strategy

The US National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization strives to cut all greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.