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From the UL Environment blog

The Social Side of Supply Chain Sustainability

Source: 2012 Apple Supplier Responsibility Report. Improving sustainability in the supply chain is one of the top sustainability goals for companies this year and special emphasis will be placed on managing the social component. An in-depth survey of nearly 50 … Continue reading →

A Social Gathering on Social Responsibility

Last week, we attended UL-STR’s (our sister company) annual conference on responsible sourcing. Also in attendance were retailers and consumer goods manufacturers that are committed to “doing the right thing.” This year’s conference focused on human rights issues, and covered … Continue...

The State of Sustainability in the Retail Sector

Last week, the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) released its first “Retail Sustainability Report: Successes, Challenges and a Vision for the Future.” The report provides an industry’s reflection on the role of sustainability in the retail sector. It’s designed to … Continue reading...