Greenwashing

A.I.’s Environmental Impact Is Testing Corporate Climate Commitments

Trilateral Research’s Dr. Rowena Rodrigues and Amelia Williams examine the widening gap between corporate sustainability claims and the measurable environmental impacts of A.I. Without integrated, lifecycle-based impact assessments, they argue, even well-intentioned organizations risk unintentional greenwashing.

By Dr. Rowena Rodrigues and Amelia Williams

The Battle Over ‘Regenerative’: Why Agriculture’s Hottest Term Has No Clear Definition

The regenerative agriculture movement is booming, with a 22 percent year-over-year increase in shoppers buying certified products. But without federal regulation, competing certification bodies disagree on fundamental questions—like whether "regenerative" farming can include chemical pesticides. While some certifiers require organic practices as a foundation, others take a "big tent" approach that allows synthetic inputs. The result? A marketplace where the same term can mean vastly different things, potentially misleading consumers who expect "regenerative" to guarantee chemical-free farming.

By Andrew Watman

Heritage Craftsmanship Meets Sustainability: The Rise of Antique and Vintage Jewelry

Gemologist and CEO of Pietra Communications, Olga González, examines the rising appeal of antique and vintage jewelry among Millennials and Gen Z, exploring how these generations are reshaping sustainable luxury through authentic storytelling and heritage craftsmanship. González highlights how younger buyers prioritize ethical sourcing, individuality and sustainability—values that are redefining the future of the jewelry market.

By Olga González

Louise Ulukaya Looked at the Garment Industry and Said: ‘Non’

By Merin Curotto

What Does Sustainability Really Mean in the Diamond Industry?

By Olga González

Soon You Can Scan a Garment’s Label to Find Out How Sustainable It Is

By Sonja Hansen

Pretty Green, Real Green

By Katharine Jose

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