Environmental social science

WestRock Commits to Emissions Reductions; Pledges to Set a Science-Based Target

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Thursday, June 24, 2021
Packaging, Environment, Manufacturing, Articles, WestRock, Labels, Product management, Sustainability, Packaging and labeling, Circular economy, Economy, Environmental social science, SBTi, WestRock, SBTI, WESTROCK

WestRock has confirmed its commitment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and will develop, validate and publish a science-based target within 24 months.

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  • WestRock has confirmed its commitment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and will develop, validate and publish a science-based target within 24 months.
  • Thats why we have prioritized setting emissions reduction targets to help reduce this critical element impacting climate change.
  • This latest commitment builds on the progress WestRock has made as a sustainability leader within the packaging industry.
  • As fiber-based packaging continues to grow in popularity, WestRock has been taking active steps forand withits customers to work toward a more circular economy.

Service by Medallion Honored for Environmental Excellence By Prestigious Sustainable San Mateo County Program

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Architecture, Professional services, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Small business, Environment, Construction & Property, Chemicals, Plastics, Building Systems, Landscape, Consulting, Manufacturing, Interior design, Articles, Environmental social science, Sustainable development, San Mateo, Sustainability, Sustainable San Mateo County, Service by Medallion:, SUSTAINABLE SAN MATEO COUNTY, SERVICE BY MEDALLION:

Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC) has honored Service by Medallion at its 22nd Annual Awards Celebration for its outstanding leadership in sustainability in our community.

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  • Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC) has honored Service by Medallion at its 22nd Annual Awards Celebration for its outstanding leadership in sustainability in our community.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210623005952/en/
    2021 SUSTAINABILITY AWARD for advancing sustainability in San Mateo County.
  • Were very grateful that Sustainable San Mateo County is recognizing our commitment to sustainability, said Roland Strick, Jr., Service by Medallions President.
  • About Sustainable San Mateo County: Founded in 1992, Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC) is a nonprofit dedicated to a vision of a sustainable future for everyone in the county.

Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit (HEPRU) at the University of Ottawa and Innovation Canada to Work with Symp2Pass by SmartCone on COVID Screening Enhancements

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Academic disciplines, Articles, Medicine, Environmental social science, Industrial and organizational psychology, Occupational safety and health, Safety engineering, Screening

Symp2Pass by SmartCone has partnered with the HEPRU in offering the first ever personal advanced COVID screening process using ScentsiBLE, a patent pending smell test process

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  • For the past 27 years, the HEPRU has been leading innovative and cutting-edge research on the assessment of the environmental and human factors affecting health and performance ( www.hepru.ca ).
  • This includes the development of sophisticated heat protection technologies to safeguard health and safety in partnership with SmartCone Technologies.
  • "We are excited to work with Symp2Pass and SmartCone to help test, verify and finalize their COVID back-to-work screening process.
  • SYMP2PASS, developed in conjunction with doctors and researchers, is the first anonymous end-to-end advanced health screening web process.

EQT Strengthens Commitment to Reducing Methane Emissions, Joins OGMP 2.0 Initiative

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Articles, Environmentalism, Sustainability, Environmental social science, Environmental movements, Sustainable development, Sustainable urban planning

We are dedicated to responsibly developing our world-class asset base and being the operator of choice for our stakeholders.

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  • We are dedicated to responsibly developing our world-class asset base and being the operator of choice for our stakeholders.
  • By leveraging a culture that prioritizes operational efficiency, technology and sustainability, we seek to continuously improve the way we produce environmentally responsible, reliable and low-cost energy.
  • We have a longstanding commitment to the safety of our employees, contractors, and communities, and to the reduction of our overall environmental footprint.
  • In addition, the Company may be subject to currently unforeseen risks that may have a materially adverse impact on it.

Sustainability Update

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Hibernia REIT, Real estate investment trust, Hibernia, Sustainability, Articles, Environmental social science

Hibernia REIT plc ("Hibernia") announces the promotion of Neil Menzies to Director of Sustainability and the release of our Net Zero Carbon Pathway, which supports our recently published Sustainability Statement of Intent.

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  • Hibernia REIT plc ("Hibernia") announces the promotion of Neil Menzies to Director of Sustainability and the release of our Net Zero Carbon Pathway, which supports our recently published Sustainability Statement of Intent.
  • Neil joined Hibernia as Sustainability Manager in January 2020 and has 15 years' experience in environmental and sustainability matters.
  • These include:
    Kevin Nowlan, Chief Executive Officer of Hibernia, said:
    "We have made excellent progress on sustainability since Neil joined and his promotion reflects the significant contribution he has made and our ambition to be the most sustainable property company in Ireland.
  • Hibernia REIT plc is an Irish Real Estate Investment Trust ("REIT"), listed on Euronext Dublin and the London Stock Exchange.

ThinkIQ Named to Food Logistics' 2021 Top Green Providers List

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Articles, Environmentalism, Sustainability, Food, UST, Natural environment, Environmental social science, Supply chain management

ALISO VIEJO, Calif., June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Food Logistics , the only publication exclusively dedicated to covering the movement of product through the global cold food supply chain, has named ThinkIQ to the 2021 Top Green Providers list.

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  • ALISO VIEJO, Calif., June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Food Logistics , the only publication exclusively dedicated to covering the movement of product through the global cold food supply chain, has named ThinkIQ to the 2021 Top Green Providers list.
  • Food Logistics'annualTop Green Providersrecognizes companies whose products,servicesor exemplary leadership is enhancing sustainability within the cold food and beverage industry.
  • ThinkIQ's solutions have eliminated countless potential recalls, maximized throughput, enhanced sustainability, and contributed to reducing the approximately 30% of the world's food that is wasted in the food supply chain.
  • Go to www.FoodLogistics.com to view the full list of all 2021 Top Green Providers.

Pack to the Fewture - Meet the Sustainable, Customizable Backpack Made from Recycled Materials

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Articles, Environmentalism, Backpack, Bags, Camping equipment, Hiking equipment, Luggage, Sustainability, Environmental social science, Manufactured goods

ENCINITAS, Calif., June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fewture Supply USA unveils their backpack that's specifically designed using eco-friendly materials to ensure a sustainable world.

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  • ENCINITAS, Calif., June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fewture Supply USA unveils their backpack that's specifically designed using eco-friendly materials to ensure a sustainable world.
  • Pack to the Fewture Meet the Sustainable, Customizable Backpack Made from Recycled Materials
    The Fewture Daypack is sustainable by design with a customizable spin.
  • Fewture is releasing their daypack in the only color that works with everything black.
  • Today, we're introducing our new concept to the market with our commitment to choose eco-friendly materials that reduce our impact on the planet," said co-founder Cecile Courty.

The Personal Protective Equipment Market projected to surpass $120 billion by 2027, says Global Market Insights Inc.

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Monday, June 21, 2021
Occupational safety and health, Human activities, Articles, Environmental social science, Headgear, Industrial hygiene, Working conditions, Personal protective equipment, Human behavior

The head protection equipment market was valued at $2 Billion in 2020 and is expected to reach over $25 billion by 2027, registering with a CAGR of 9.3% over the forecast period.

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  • The head protection equipment market was valued at $2 Billion in 2020 and is expected to reach over $25 billion by 2027, registering with a CAGR of 9.3% over the forecast period.
  • Instances of serious injuries such as sprainsand concussions among industrial workers havecompelled employers to mandate the use of head protection equipment, thus propelling personal protective equipment (PPE) market growth.
  • The global personal protection equipment (PPE) market from oil andgas application is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 10% between 2021 and 2027.
  • Global Market InsightsInc., headquartered in Delaware, U.S., is a global market research and consulting service provider.

AGC Honors BNBuilders with Top Safety Awards in Washington State and San Diego Region

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Friday, June 18, 2021
Articles, Occupational safety and health, Safety, Environmental social science, Industrial hygiene, Safety engineering, Construction site safety

BNBuilders was also recently awarded a Construction Safety Excellence Award (CSEA) from the AGC San Diego Chapter.

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  • BNBuilders was also recently awarded a Construction Safety Excellence Award (CSEA) from the AGC San Diego Chapter.
  • These safety awards identify BNBuilders as one of the West Coast's top general contractors for safety performance, occupational health management, and risk control.
  • Excelling in each of these areas, BNBuilders is setting the standard for safety best practices in the construction industry.
  • With this year's AGC safety awards, BNBuilders is continuing its years-long record of industry-leading safety.

A Canadian First: Medicom to Open New Plant to Produce Raw Material for Surgical and Respiratory Masks as Well as New PPE R&D Centre

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
Occupational safety and health, Articles, Human activities, Environmental social science, Industrial hygiene, Personal protective equipment, Safety engineering, PPE, Human behavior

The new plant willbe located inthe greater Montreal area and will createat least21 new jobs and 16 new co-op positions for university students.

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  • The new plant willbe located inthe greater Montreal area and will createat least21 new jobs and 16 new co-op positions for university students.
  • We are investing to ensure we can produce critical PPE here in Canada.
  • Connected to this plant, Medicom will establish a new research and development center to drive innovation in personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Medicom was named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 2021 and received a Mercure Award at the Mercuriades 2021.