TSC Welcomes New Members
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Greenbiz: These Hidden Ingredients Can Improve Your Supply Chain
The Sustainability Consortium CEO Euan Murray said when it comes to sustainable supply chains for consumer goods the world falls neatly into two groups: leaders and laggards.
One of the main problems is that nearly half of the laggard companies have no visibility of sustainability risks in their supply chains,
Murray said about green supply chains during the GreenBiz 17 event in Phoenix, Arizona.
"In 2017, after decades of scientific research, NGO pressure, and consumer action... half know nothing," Murray said. "And that's a huge opportunity missed environmentally, socially and, of course, commercially too."
Read the full article with fellow panelists Kathleen McLaughlin, Walmart, and Jonathan Atwood, Unilever, from Greenbiz here.
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"It's both the leaders and the laggards that power TSC and our members. The leaders inspire, push, and move us forward with innovation, ingenuity and a passion for people and the planet. The laggards motivate us to seek the understanding they lack..."
-Euan Murray, TSC CEO
Read the full message from Murray
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Circular Economy Toolbox Review
TSC, in collaboration with US Chamber of Commerce Foundation and RILA, is developing a Circular Economy Toolbox, with the goal of providing organizations of all sizes and circularity experience to start or further their programs.
We are looking for volunteers who would be interested in reviewing the beta version of this Toolbox in late March, prior to its release at the end of May at the Sustainable Brands/RILA conference. If you would be interested in this opportunity, please contact Carole Mars
for further information and timing.
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Dutch Pilot to Standardize Sustainability Prioritization Plans for 2017
The core of the 2016 Dutch pilot led by TSC Wageningen staff and partners was the development and application of a standardized sustainability prioritization, improvement and monitoring system targeted to the supply chains of food sold on the Dutch market.
During a recent meeting, TSC and our partners discussed planning for 2017 along with project categories to pilot. More updates will be coming shortly.
Read more about Wageningen University research in sustainability
here.
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Member Spotlight: Johnson Controls to Use Cutting-edge Electrochemical Battery Recycling Technology
Johnson Controls finalized an agreement this month to cover North America, China and Europe using cutting-edge electrochemical battery recycling technology. The agreement includes a multi-faceted deal, investing in Aqua Metals.
"Agreements like this are a part of our continuing strategy to invest in clean technologies, building on our commitment to create a more sustainable and environmentally responsible industry," said Joe Walicki, president of Johnson Controls Power Solutions.
Read the press release
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Register and Reserve Your Room Now for TSC Summit: April 11-13
Register now for the 2017 TSC Summit! Registration closes March 31st. Make your hotel reservations by March 18th to reserve our special rate of $179 at the Omni Shoreham hotel.
Keynote speakers include
Jason Clay, Senior Vice President for Markets and Food at WWF and
Hunter Lovins, President and Founder of Natural Capital Solutions. The TSC reception on Wednesday, April 12th will take place the Smithsonian Castle and Gardens.
Keep up-to-date on our session titles and topics on our program page.
Sponsorship and exhibitor
opportunities
are filling up fast. Download our sponsorship package
here
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Thank you to our current summit sponsors below:
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RSVP: TSC Member Appreciation Happy Hour
Save the date:
Tuesday, April 18th, 5:30 p.m.
Bike Rack Brewery
8
th
Street Market
Bentonville, AR
TSC members are invited to relax and catch-up with other industry champions at Bike Rack Brewing's newest location. We will sample new beers and snack on food favorites from local restaurants and onsite culinary school.
Thank you to TSC member, Altenex, for sponsoring this special event!
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TSC Service Provider Training: Ann Arbor, MI
Learn how to use TSC tools and services to enhance the services you provide to the consumer goods industry! TSC has begun offering a two day training for companies and individuals who provide services to current and potential users of TSC tools, including consumer goods companies and retailers. All types of service providers are welcome. TSC staff experts lead the hands-on training through a series of lessons and activities over the two days, covering:
- How TSC works
- The methodology and process behind the Product Sustainability Toolkits
- Design and implementation of the Key Performance Indicators
- Supporting supplier responses to the KPIs
- Working with the Toolkits and reported data from the retailer and procurement viewpoint
All training participants are required to complete a comprehensive examination after the training. Participants who have successfully completed both the training and examination are listed here.
Fees
Member: $195
Non-member: $895
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Ethical Corporation Partners with TSC
The Ethical Corporation is partnering with TSC to drive the movement for responsible business, CSR and sustainability execs to link purpose to profit.
The
Ethical Corporation's
5th Responsible Business Summit NY
taking place on March 27-28 2017 at the Brooklyn Marriott Hotel.
For a $200 discount off tickets*, please quote 'MP200' when registering
here
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*NGO basic pass does not apply
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Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council 2017 Summit
Input the MEMBERREFERRAL discount code to get 10% off when registering. Register here.
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