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Why supply chain shocks no longer have a recovery period
Focus area Agriculture This week: Charlotte Bande, managing director and global food and beverage sector lead at Quantis, talks with Ian Welsh about the mounting pressure on food supply chains from compounding climate shocks. They discuss why low-volume commodities like vanilla can carry outsized business risk, and why procurement teams still resist change when full traceability isn’t in place.
Recycling is working better than you think
Focus area Packaging Region North America This week: Cory Connors, host of the Sustainable Packaging Podcast presented by Atlantic Packaging, and Matt Saunders, managing partner at New Earth Ventures, talk with Ian Welsh about where sustainable packaging is actually heading. They discuss the shift to monomaterials and paper-based formats under EPR and PPWR pressure, and how AI is starting to reshape packaging design, procurement and testing.
Scope 3 in practice: engage your stakeholders
Focus area Cross-sector The closing session of this year’s Scope 3 Innovation Forum in Amsterdam brought all seven roundtable chairs on stage for a rapid debrief. These sessions run under Chatham House rules, and they’re where the conference gets its edge. Less polish than the panels, more admission of what’s actually stuck. Supplier engagement, internal governance, industrial heat, AI, the new SBTi standard. A few threads ran through all of it.
The Scope 3 Innovation Forum 2026 – what our delegates thought
Focus area Cross-sector Region Europe The Scope 3 Innovation Forum brought together 200+ senior leaders from global brands, suppliers, investors and civil society to discuss strategies for climate competitiveness. This highlights video captures the essential conversations that shaped the event, showcasing how value-chain decarbonisation can drive climate competitiveness.
How sustainability reporting went from storytelling to evidence
Focus area Apparel This week: Danai Mangana, LCA consultant and consumer goods sector lead at SimaPro, PRé Sustainability, talks with Ian Welsh about how corporate sustainability reporting has evolved from communications exercise to evidence-based intelligence. They discuss why companies retreating to compliance-only mode risk falling behind.
Highlights from the Responsible Sourcing and Ethical Trade Forum
Author Diana Kim Share Focus area Cross-sector The Responsible Sourcing and Ethical Trade Forum brought together 180+ senior leaders from global brands, suppliers, investors and civil society who recognise that responsibility isn’t a cost – it’s the foundation of resilience.
Beyond compliance: building the business case for due diligence in apparel supply chains
Further detail about the potential final shape of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) emerged in September with significant changes from its original draft. Most notably, the scope has narrowed dramatically to cover only companies with more than 5,000 employees and €1.5bn in annual turnover – far larger than initially proposed. Implementation timelines have also shifted, with guidelines not expected until 2027 and enforcement beginning in 2029.
How can real support for regenerative farmers look like?
Forests and agriculture | Weekly podcast 05 Dec 25 Diana Kim This week: Danone’s senior manager of mission and sustainability, Ginny Maceda talks with Ian Welsh about how the company is scaling regenerative agriculture through long-term, direct relationships with dairy farmers. She outlines why trust-based collaboration, flexible incentives, and farmer-led improvement plans are central to achieving both environmental and commercial outcomes.
The simple questions reshaping packaging design
There is perhaps an uncomfortable truth facing the packaging sector and its ambitions for a more sustainable future: the solutions exist, the technology works, but cost remains the defining barrier between ambition and reality. Increasingly it’s becoming clear that innovation in sustainable packaging is no longer optional, it's economically imperative.
Highlights from the Critical Minerals Innovation Forum
Supply chain strategy | Video 19 Nov 25 Diana Kim A taster of what it's like to attend one of our Critical Minerals Innovation Forum, to discuss how to build capacity and resilience in critical mineral supply. This two-day business conference connects the full critical mineral value chain from mining, processing and refining to automotive, electronics and renewables. The focus throughout will be on the opportunity in sustainable sourcing to manage risk, build resilience and drive business value.
What circular fashion can learn from tech and energy
Apparel and textiles | Weekly podcast 24 Oct 25 Diana Kim This week: Barry McGeough, group vice president of innovation and strategy at AmeriCo Group, talks with Innovation Forum's Niamh Campbell to discuss why applied innovation will be key to tackling fashion’s waste crisis. From biotech to AI, they discuss how lessons from other industries can help apparel move from talk to tangible action.
Tracking the global plastics treaty: ambition, deadlock, blurred vision
In March 2022, the world witnessed a historic moment for the plastics and packaging industry. At the fifth United Nations Environment Assembly in Nairobi, representatives from 175 nations agreed to develop the first-ever international legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution. The mandate was clear and ambitious: address the full life cycle of plastics (from extraction and production to design, consumption and disposal), and complete negotiations by the end of 2024.
The farmer's perspective: how Ghana's cocoa growers view the potential EUDR delay
Supply chain strategy | Podcast 20 Oct 25 Diana Kim Cocoa farmer and council chairman of Ghana’s Cocoa Abrabopa Association, Pomasi Ismail talks with Innovation Forum's Diana Kim, about how the EU’s deforestation regulation delay has impacted thousands of farmers preparing for compliance. He explains the cost of readiness, the missed opportunities, and why fair prices are key to ending deforestation at its roots.
Monday briefing - Decarbonising critical minerals: tackling energy, access and market volatility
Supply chain strategy | Podcast 18 Aug 25 Diana Kim In this briefing, a snippet from the recent critical minerals webinar with World Resources Institute (WRI), Harmony Gold Mining Company, The Weir Group and Eramet. Reza Rahmaditio, critical minerals project lead at WRI Indonesia, outlines the biggest challenges in decarbonising nickel and other minerals.
Recyclable, but not recycled: why labels don't equal action
Sustainable packaging | Weekly podcast 11 Jul 25 Diana Kim This week: Julien Tremblin, European general manager at TerraCycle, talks with Ian Welsh about the hidden economic challenges behind sustainable packaging and why many "recyclable" items never get recycled. They discuss why lightweight designs and contamination render many materials worthless to recyclers, and how policy gaps perpetuate the cycle.
The sustainability tug of war: innovation thrive under tightening regulation
At recent industry discussions spanning food, fashion, mining, biotechnology and EU regulation, leaders emphasised the same fundamentals: collaboration, transparency and practical incentives are essential in building more resilient, responsible systems. Across sectors, whether engaging suppliers, regulating production or harnessing innovation, coordinated action is emerging as a key driver of meaningful change. Here are some compelling sustainable business insights.
The clean plate strategy: creating sustainable food systems in the US
Decarbonising the food and beverage sector will require collaborative, cross-sector action – from rethinking supplier relationships to scaling regenerative practices. At the recent future of food and beverage forum in Minneapolis, roundtable discussions brought together business leaders, sustainability experts and supply chain practitioners to unpack key strategies for meaningful climate impact. Here are the main takeaways from across the sessions.
Why regenerative agriculture needs a farmer-centric reboot
Forests and agriculture | Weekly podcast 05 Jun 25 Diana Kim This week: Simon Haldrup, co-founder and CEO of agri-tech company Agreena talks with Ian Welsh about how scaling regenerative agriculture hinges on farmer incentives, customised practices and financial support. They discuss how to move beyond pilot programmes into large-scale adoption and how to make sense of data.
Inside the sustainable packaging strategy of a beverage giant
Sustainable packaging | Weekly podcast 30 May 25 Diana Kim This week: Dave Lütkenhaus, global sustainability and innovation director at Diageo, talks with Ian Welsh about the company’s approach to circular packaging and how it’s working to reduce scope 3 emissions. They highlight innovations in refill systems, reusable formats, and new materials being trialled across markets.
Highlights from the Sustainable Packaging Innovation Forum
A taster of what it's like to attend one of our Sustainable Packaging Innovation Forums, across Europe and North America, to discuss how to turn regulatory pressure into business innovation, packaging solutions and commercial advantage. The series: Sustainable Packaging Innovation Forum EU Sustainable Packaging Innovation Forum USA Join the conversation in ChicagoWe'll be continuing the conversation from Amsterdam, in Chicago on 28-29 October.
Monday briefing - Lessons learned and what's next for sustainable apparel
Apparel and textiles | Podcast 28 Apr 25 Diana Kim This week: Niamh Campbell and Ian Welsh talk about what to expect at this year's sustainable apparel and textiles conference in Amsterdam. From exciting new sessions on textile waste solutions and Dragon's Den-style material innovation pitches to important debates on greenwashing, Niamh highlights what's new at this year's conference.
Food sector resilience: aligning agriculture, climate, equity and innovation
As the agriculture sector faces increasing pressure to decarbonise and adapt, the conversation is shifting towards systems-level change. Stakeholders are exploring how soil health, technology, nature-based solutions and equity concerns intersect in the push for sustainable food systems. Yet, while momentum is growing, many of the same systemic challenges persist – particularly for those working on-the-ground.
How to address the farm finance equity gap in the US
Forests and agriculture | Podcast 10 Apr 25 Diana Kim Seanicaa Edwards Herron, executive director at NGO Freedmen Heirs Foundation, talks with Innovation Forum’s Diana Kim about the financial challenges faced by minority farmers in the US and how they can be tackled. They discuss barriers such as lack of collateral and complex application processes that hinder access to financing and land ownership.
Monday briefing - Latest progress in delivering just food systems
Forests and agriculture | Podcast 07 Apr 25 Diana Kim This week: Innovation Forum's Diana Kim and Hannah Oborne discuss latest trends within the food and beverage industry in delivering sustainable food systems. They highlight key barriers to success and share successful case studies which will be discussed further at the future of food and beverage forum in Amsterdam in May. Plus: insights from the 2024 food forum with Dorothy Shaver at Unilever.
Ethical trade in practice: lessons in risk, resilience and responsibility
Industry leaders gathered at the 2024 responsible sourcing and ethical trade forum in London, to tackle the most pressing challenges in global supply chains. Through focused breakout sessions, participants shared actionable insights, highlighting the importance of collaboration, innovation and long-term strategies to address complex ethical and sustainability issues. Ahead of the 2025 event in March, here’s a simple snapshot of what was discussed.
Unpacking the EUDR: insights from Innovation Forum’s 2024 webinar series
Reflecting on 2024, EUDR was an unavoidable buzzword for businesses, NGOs and farmers. The uncertainty of the regulation and its date of implementation stirred a mix of frustration, ambiguity, and anticipation across sectors. To address this complexity and cut through the noise, Innovation Forum launched a webinar series that convened key stakeholders from the coffee, cocoa, palm oil, timber, and soy industries, alongside NGO representatives and farmer voices.
How collaboration and strategy drive progress in commodity supply chains
The closing session of this year’s sustainable commodities and land use forum in Amsterdam brought attendees together for roundtable discussions on key challenges and opportunities in sustainable supply chains. Delegates examined three vital topics: fostering long-term contracts in procurement, designing effective incentive structures and leveraging compliance and data as collaborative tools. Here’s what they uncovered.
Rethinking the wrap: industry insights on sustainable packaging
At the recent sustainable packaging innovation forum in Philadelphia, leaders from across the packaging industry convened to tackle the complex challenges of creating sustainable, efficient and innovative solutions. Through two series of roundtable discussions, participants shared insights on engaging internal teams, navigating regulatory landscapes and advancing consumer education. Below is a summary of the discussions, divided between the two sessions.
Bridging compliance and real progress in sustainable commodities
Forests and agriculture | Podcast 13 Nov 24 Diana Kim and Emily Heslop Innovation Forum’s Catie Ball, Diana Kim and Emily Heslop talk about the evolving landscape of sustainable commodity regulations and the impact of policies including the European Union Deforestation Regulation, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive.
Compliance or consequence: how can corporates build resilience under incoming regulation?
On Tuesday, September 24th, Innovation Forum hosted a webinar focusing on the evolving regulatory landscape impacting commodity supply chains, particularly the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). The discussion highlighted the complexities and opportunities presented by the evolving regulatory environment.
Out the box: navigating sustainable packaging practices
There is an urgent need for transformative action in packaging. Google’s ambitious pledge to eliminate plastic packaging by 2025 marks a significant step forward, demonstrating the tech giant’s commitment to reducing its environmental footprint. However, in stark contrast, other leading global brands are conceding that their 2025 sustainable packaging goals will likely fall short, highlighting the pervasive challenges in achieving large-scale change.
Collaboration to tackle scope 3 emissions on the route to net zero
To dive deeper into what’s needed to make progress in meeting business climate targets, industry leaders, policy makers and experts at the forum split into smaller groups to debate. Focused on topics such as supplier engagement, communicating with consumers, and driving sustainable procurement, the biggest question marks were addressed, and potential pathways forward revealed.
Rooting for change: the future of food and beverage in the US
As food and beverage brands and policy makers grapple with complex challenges in transforming the food system, there was a recurring theme across the two days of the future of food and beverage forum in Minneapolis – the need for alignment and collaboration across various stakeholders. To address this and dive deeper into what’s needed to make progress in delivering sustainable food, industry leaders, policy makers and experts at the forum split into smaller groups to debate.
It’s a chain reaction: how to tackle scope 3 emissions
Businesses have been attempting to grapple with the complexities of tackling scope 3 supply chain emissions to deliver on climate targets and achieve net zero. From ensuring regulation-compliant sourcing practices and supply chain partners, to integrating product carbon foot-printing into procurement processes, there is a lot to explore.
Feeding the world without busting the planet: the future of food and beverage
There are many examples of how food and beverage businesses are working to deliver sustainable, resilient and regenerative food systems. At the 2023 UN COP28 meetings in Dubai, 18 additional countries signed the climate action agreement for food to accelerate the agricultural transition.
Breaking the deadlock: delivering a sustainable apparel sector
The apparel sector has been pacesetting in developing strategies, regulations and innovations to develop a sustainable future within the sector. Growing demands from stakeholders and, most importantly, consumers, have been the key driver for this transformation over the past few years. As a 2021 Zalando report highlighted, over 60% of survey respondents expressed transparency to be an important factor when purchasing clothing.
Weekly briefing: How business can unlock scope 3 solutions
This week: Ian Welsh and Diana Kim reveal details of the complimentary Innovation Forum webinars coming up in the next few weeks. They discuss what to expect at the Brazilian agribusiness case study webinar, held in partnership with Orbitas on the 30th April. They also talk about the importance of sustainable crop nutrition ahead of a webinar on the role of fertilisers in regenerative agriculture in partnership with Yara.
This Week At The Ninth: Common Issues and ERISA Assignment | JD Supra
This week, the Ninth Circuit considers when common issues predominate in wage-and-hour litigation and analyzes the assignment of the right to sue for nonpayment of benefits under ERISA. MILES v. KIRKLAND'S STORES, INC. The Court holds that a class should have been certified to pursue claims related to an employer’s rest-break policies, but not with respect to a bag-check policy that was not uniformly enforced. The panel: Judges Parker (CA2), Bybee, and Lee, with Judge Lee writing the opinion.
Financial giants urge businesses to set Science Based Targets
Over 2,000 high-emitting businesses are on the hotseat to establish science-based targets. With scientists stressing that the window to avoid 1.5 °C of global warming is fast closing, CDP’s call-to-action campaign backed by financial and corporate giants including Legal & General, Bayer, BMW, and L'Oréal, encourages businesses to set emissions reduction targets.
Climate action: charting the path to carbon neutrality
This year’s Earth Overshoot Day fell on 2nd August. This is the day when annual natural resource use exceeds the planet’s ability to regenerate. The day creeps earlier in the calendar year-on-year. Business executives globally are therefore under pressure to set viable strategies to reach net zero throughout their supply chains. And there is some progress.
Unpacking the future for plastics and packaging
The world is plagued by plastic pollution. Approximately 400m tonnes of plastic waste are produced worldwide every year, and it takes up to 500 years for it to be fully decomposed, according to the UN Environmental Programme. The plastics industry is turning to innovative technologies to alleviate waste and move towards more circular models, such as biobased packaging and chemical recycling.
Sustainable apparel and textiles: towards industry alignment to achieve net zero
There’s an ongoing sustainability crisis in the apparel industry. With global inflation, climate change and increasing consumer awareness of environmental issues, fashion execs are in the hot seat to set viable strategies to reach net zero. Governments are also tightening regulations on apparel supply chains.
Future fit food for thought: on the road to long-term sustainability
Recently, the food and beverage industry has led advancements in delivering long-term sustainability. From the USDA’s international Sustainable Productivity Growth Coalition for global food systems transformation, to the prominent place of agriculture and food security on the COP27 agenda, we are witnessing the beginnings of a major leap towards sustainable food supply chains. Improving the way we produce food today can contribute to the long-term viability and sustainability of the industry.
EU faces legal action from over green investment taxonomy
News digest: Greenpeace and other groups take European Commission to court; EU’s new deal for sustainable aviation; US pledges funding to curb Amazon deforestation; and, FAO says climate change is undermining women’s empowerment in agriculture The European Commission has been taken to court by environmental campaigners including Greenpeace after its decision to classify nuclear energy and natural gas as climate-friendly investments.
This Week At The Ninth: Housing Discrimination and Group Boycotts | JD Supra
This week, the Court addresses the constitutionality of a law protecting housing access for people with criminal histories, and the elements of a per se unlawful group boycott under the Sherman Antitrust Act. CHONG YIM ET AL. v.
This Week At The Ninth: Expressive Association and the Defense Contractor Whistleblower Protection Act | JD Supra
This week, the Court addresses the scope of the expressive association right and the definition of a protected disclosure under the Defense Contractor Whistleblower Protection Act. SULLIVAN ET AL. V. UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON ET AL. The Court holds that the First Amendment right of expressive association does not apply to members of a public university’s committee who are appointed to that committee solely to ensure compliance with federal requirements regarding diverse representation.
This Week At The Ninth: Securities Fraud | JD Supra
This week, the Court addresses the pleading standard for a claim of false or misleading statements in connection with a tender offer under Section 14(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The Court holds that Section 14(e) does not require a heightened pleading standard of a “strong inference” of subjective falsity, but that the plaintiff failed to satisfy even the more lenient standard of a “reasonable inference” of subjective falsity.
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