The WGSN Sustainability Glossary provides definitions for key concepts and terminology related to environmental, social and economical sustainability throughout the whole supply chain.

Taking place this month in the Egyptian city of Sharm El-Sheikh, COP27 has to be met with a renewed urgency. WGSN breaks it down.

WGSN delves into solar power, which is being explored as a solution for more sustainable design.

In the shadow of the cost-of-living crisis, we feature water-efficient products that combat water waste. Why are they set to become the next big thing in the industry?

“If food waste was a country, it would be the third biggest emitter of greenhouse gases behind the US and China,” Claire Lancaster, Head of Food & Drink at WGSN, says about the environmental impact of food waste.

Sustainability innovators and activists raised awareness of marine pollution and the threats facing our seas on World Ocean Day in June, while the United Nations held its Ocean Conference 2022 in Portugal to scale up science-backed and innovative solutions.

Methane made up 11% of US greenhouse gas emissions in 2020, and while it remains in the atmosphere for less time than carbon dioxide, it has accounted for roughly 30% of global warming since pre-industrial times. WGSN zooms in on efforts to reduce emissions in the product design industry.

Packaging is relevant to all consumer industries and is increasingly under the spotlight. WGSN looks at the alternatives that are better for the planet.

A respected, cross-industry ESG certification, B Corp status has become a gold standard in building consumer trust in sustainable business practice and is increasingly important to attract employees.

As we celebrate the 52nd annual Earth Day, brands and organisations should note that it’s not about one-off marketing stunts, but rather a chance to spotlight their long-term climate commitments.