Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 20, 2023

As geopolitical disputes and fragile infrastructures continue to disrupt the global flow of goods, sustainability and automation topped the list of topics among supply chain professionals at the Las Vegas debut of Deliver Americas , Sept. Only the crazy people don’t have a sustainability and social responsibility plan.”

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 22, 2022

Ethical sourcing, better packaging, and practical carbon-reducing measures are all key ways for retailers to become more socially and environmentally responsible. But while it’s easy to say that you’re going to be more sustainable, putting it into place is a whole other task entirely. Getting practical. Energyrating.gov.au

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

There are signs of a disconnect between consumers and retailers when it comes to sustainability. A recent report has found that two-thirds of consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products than retailers expect — and reveals that consumer preference for recommerce models is also being underserved. A Starting Point.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 5, 2023

Good360 Inner Circle – which requires Inner Circle partners to demonstrate a commitment to sustainability and social impact – tackles two common concerns of Australians: sustainability and the pressures brought by the rising cost of living. Since launching, Good360 has been working with industry to ensure some of the $2.5

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 6, 2024

In Austin, a hardware store is getting paid to help the city reduce its energy consumption during an extremely hot period by participating in its utility’s demand response program. This enables an “ S 3 ” strategy that improves the Safety, Service and Sustainability of their multi-site retail operations and impacts their top and bottom lines.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 5, 2023

Good360 Inner Circle – which requires Inner Circle partners to demonstrate a commitment to sustainability and social impact – tackles two common concerns of Australians: sustainability and the pressures brought by the rising cost of living. Since launching, Good360 has been working with industry to ensure some of the $2.5

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 26, 2024

Studies indicate that consumers are willing to put their money where their mouth is, with products that make environmental, social and governance-related claims seeing disproportionate growth over products that don’t make such claims, achieving a 1.7 percentage point increase in the CAGR.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The retail industry stands at a crossroads over concerns about sustainability. As such, the call for retailers to take a more responsible, green approach has echoed loudly worldwide. They are reshaping retail not just through innovative offerings but also via business models prioritizing sustainability.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 31, 2023

Consumers hold firm expectations that environmental sustainability and social responsibility should be at the forefront of everything from executive strategy, to day-to-day operations. The company also set up a supplier sustainability council a few years ago, which would enable its suppliers to share ideas and collaborate.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 9, 2022

CBH) is digging deeper into sustainability via corporate responsibility and responsible design across its Crate & Barrel , CB2 , Crate & Kids and Hudson Grace brands. Crate & Barrel Holdings Inc.

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Inside Retail

MAY 23, 2024

Tools such as mystery shopping, analysis of social media feedback, and customer journey mapping are indispensable in capturing the more subtle aspects of brand perception. In today’s digital age, where online reviews and social media amplify customer voices, even small slips in Invisible PR can escalate into major crises.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Passed this spring after four years of debate, Bill S-211, officially known as the “Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act,” places the responsibility on brands, retailers and importers to identify and prevent forced labor and child labor within their supplier networks.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 21, 2024

“Global citizenship” refers to the social, political and economic actions of “globally minded individuals and communities,” according to the United Nations. Gen Z and millennials are willing to pay more to purchase environmentally sustainable products ( 64% and 63% respectively).

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

But Princess Polly isn’t focused solely on being in more stores; the Australia-based retailer has multiple priorities that “reflect a holistic approach to growth and sustainability ,” according to Courtney Dres, Chief Merchandising Officer of Princess Polly in an interview with Retail TouchPoints.

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Inside Retail

JULY 13, 2021

Global luxury resale platform Vestiaire Collective is about to unveil a new initiative this week called Collective for Change, a series of monthly conversations around sustainable fashion and inclusivity taking place on Instagram Live. Fashion activism starts with knowledge exchange.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 1, 2024

Shein also is looking to tamp down criticisms of its environmental impact, by highlighting its evoluSHEIN by Design sustainable collection and offering credits for customers who bring in clothing donations. Shein will host a pop-up store Vancouver, B.C. from April 11-14 that will do more than showcase the fashion app’s latest collections.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 28, 2023

BCG’s research into consumers’ sustainability attitudes and actions is a very stark expression of three fundamental problems related to sustainability: 1. Finally, and most importantly, there is a well-documented gap between consumers’ good intentions to behave more sustainably and their actual actions.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

To put it simply, there is no escaping the subject of sustainability in retail. With brands already doing their part, it is only right, and smart, that retailers follow suit and take similar steps to improve their sustainability. Retailers must also consider their consumers, and modern consumers are prioritising sustainability.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 11, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated many things in the business world, but one item that temporarily fell off the priority list was sustainability. In a survey of 750 executives, Deloitte found that nearly two-thirds of organizations had to cut back on environmental sustainability efforts due to the pandemic and resulting economic downturn.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 25, 2023

The rapid advancement of technology and social media has created a new generation of well-informed, empowered and discerning consumers. However, challenges with prioritizing sustainability remain, as companies grapple with the complexities of measuring and reporting their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 22, 2022

Almost every retailer has a plan to green its operations, from sourcing more sustainable products to adopting solar power, and on Earth Day these efforts are brought to the forefront. Sendle is a solution provider dedicated to sustainability year-round. Consumers don’t fully know that carbon neutral delivery is an option.”.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Coffee culture is here to stay and Starbucks Australia is pioneering a way to make it more sustainable by changing the way it serves coffee. Traditional sustainability is no longer adequate for Australian consumers. The report revealed that 67 per cent of respondents agreed a move beyond this to reversing and regeneration is essential.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 29, 2024

. “Investing in our planet and people’s health are interconnected,” said Sheryl Burke, Chief Sustainability Officer and SVP of Corporate Social Responsibility at CVS in a statement. ” CVS isn’t alone in making investments to reduce its carbon footprint.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 24, 2024

Fueled by a desire for experiential interactions, expanded leisure and dining offers, personalized shopping journeys and the integration of digital elements, malls are becoming hubs of innovation and adaptation in addition to their social elements and place as our new town squares.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 28, 2023

Earlier this year, the European Commission (EC) announced its 2030 vision for textiles, moving the goalposts once again when it comes to sustainable and circular solutions for fashion’s waste problem. And it believes that producers will take responsibility for their products along the value chain, including when they become waste.

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

More consumers are choosing to spend with brands and retailers that demonstrate a commitment to sustainable retail practices, such as fair labour practices, ethical sourcing, and other initiatives. Efficiency Gains Implementing sustainable practices often involves improving operational efficiency, which leads to cost savings.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

-based designers to develop the first apparel collections for the EvoluSHEIN by Design program, which aims to accelerate the use of preferred materials and scale responsible manufacturing processes. Designers were selected based on their passion and their adherence to EvoluSHEIN by Design standards.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Sustainability and Social Responsibility: Retailers at NRF were increasingly focused on sustainability and social responsibility. Retailers need to think outside the traditional product design box to achieve their social responsibility goals.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 29, 2024

Corporate executives are in an era that is championing them to leverage their corporate resources for positive social impact. Good360 is an online marketplace platform that challenges and changes the profitability purpose for social impact and sustainability. DW: Business and social impact are inherently interconnected.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The Market Saturation Challenge: Navigating the Sea of Beauty Brands One of the most profound transformations in the beauty industry has been the influence of social media. The modern consumer is conscientious, demanding products that uphold values of environmental responsibility and ethical sourcing. alone, according to Statista.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 21, 2021

“We are huge believers in Cycloon’s sustainable and social mission,” said Vincent Weijers, Director of Logistics & Operations/COO at bol.com in a statement. “At The partnership with bol.com gives us the opportunity to make an impact on a much larger scale,” said Marieke Snoek, Managing Director of Cycloon in a statement. “We

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Amid regulatory scrutiny and a push from Beijing for “common prosperity,” Alibaba toed the government line and focused its messaging on sustainability and social responsibility. as a platform to fulfill our social responsibility. “We as a platform to fulfill our social responsibility.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 7, 2021

Sustainability is no longer a nice-to-have for retailers. It’s a must do if they want to meet consumers’ increasing demand for brands that prioritize environmental and social responsibility. To maximize sustainability initiatives effectively, retailers should take advantage of science-backed analytics.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 19, 2022

Seeking to make its Member’s Mark private label line more responsible, Sam’s Club is planning to bring additional environmental, ethical and social concerns to bear in manufacturing these products. Aligning with its new more responsible focus, Member’s Mark will feature a new logo and design.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 18, 2022

A growing number of consumers are concerned about how their purchasing decisions impact the planet, but even the most sustainability-savvy customer may be confused about how best to align purchases with their green principles. Consumers Overwhelmed by Insufficient or Contradictory Sustainability Info. In fact, half of the 1,000 U.S.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Social impact, brand purpose and environmental influence are all driving decisions for consumers and employees alike. Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental social governance (ESG) should align with strategic business outcomes and have clear, measurable goals in place that drive consumer, shareholder and stakeholder value.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 27, 2021

The Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) and its technology partner Higg have launched the initial phase of a new transparency program that will publicly share environmental impact data about products, beginning with their materials content. and European consumers to discover and shop for more sustainable products.

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