La Cana: Restoring women with their liberties one knit at a time
“We have created a brand where, through our products, we can make visible the problems of our prisons and tell the stories of these women, generating empathy and social commitment that contribute to reducing stigma and social discrimination towards women deprived of their liberty“ Daniela Ancira, Co-Founder and CEO of La Cana, Mexico Daniela Ancira, […]
Why Soil is More Important than you Think
Did you know that 87% of life on Earth is sustained by just 39 inches of topsoil? The usable topsoil we have left is rapidly decreasing; over the past 40 years, we have lost 40% of our topsoil. According to the United Nations, we have only enough soil left for approximately 80 to 100 more […]
Natal Cares: Women’s Health in the Age of Technology
“Our vision is to become a global company leading the use of reliable mobile technology and low-cost innovations that contribute to the reduction of maternal and infant mortality rates in Africa.” Joy Chioma, Founder and Head of Operations at Natal Cares Joy Chioma, Founder and Head of Operations at Natal Cares, 2021 WE Empower Finalist, […]
MCD: Innovative Marine Conservation Efforts
“I am most passionate about our work supporting the most vulnerable local women in coastal areas thriving to be recognized in their own community, advancing their economic empowerment.” Thue Hue Nguyen, Founder and CEO of MCD Thue Hue Nguyen, Founder and CEO of MCD, Vietnam 2021 WE Empower Finalist, Asia-Pacific Despite having faced various leadership […]
GreenLight Solutions Case Studies for Sustainability Success and Action Plans
Most businesses today understand the value of having a sustainability-oriented operation, including everything from big-picture items like having an ethical supply chain, to everyday considerations such as supporting their employees in making “greener” choices in the office space and within their commute to/from work. Although the value is understood, most businesses lack the practical know-how […]
Digging Deeper: Exploring the Importance of Soil Health
THE ARC: Revolutionizing Art Supply Access for Educators and the Community
Imagine a world where teachers don’t have to break the bank to provide their students with art supplies for their projects. A place where they can go and pick up materials for free, without any frustration or financial strain. This dream has become a reality in Tempe, Arizona, thanks to the Art Resource Center (ARC), […]
Housing for All: Addressing the Social and Environmental Implications of the Housing Crisis
Key Takeaways: The Housing Crisis: A Social and Environmental Issue The housing crisis is a pressing issue in many cities around the world. Rising housing prices, inadequate supply, and a lack of affordable options leave millions struggling to find a place to call home. According to a report by the National Low Income Housing Coalition […]
Vulcan Coalition: Bridging the Digital Divide for People with Disabilities
“I believe together we can create a world full of opportunities for all people.” Methawee Thatsanasateankit, CEO of Vulcan Coalition Methawee Thatsanasateankit, CEO of Vulcan Coalition, 2021 WE Empower Finalist, Asia-Pacific Drawing inspiration from a friend with a visual impairment, Methawee Thatsanasateankit witnessed the struggle of People with Disabilities (PWDs) to work and be a […]
WITU: Women Building Other Women
“Imagine a world where women and girls have equal access to education, assets such as land, information, and leadership positions. Poverty, violence and war would significantly reduce. We are working towards this world!” Barbara Birungi Mutabazi, Founder of WITU Barbara Birungi Mutabazi, Founder of Women in Technology Uganda (WITU), 2021 WE Empower Finalist Barbara and […]
The Importance of Green Spaces in an Increasingly Gray World
What are green spaces? Green spaces, according to the World Health Organization, are ‘all urban land-covered by vegetation of any kind’. This includes street trees, gardens, parks, landscaping around buildings, sports fields, flowerbeds, ponds, green entryways, green roofs, individual plants, and more. Green spaces provide long-term financial benefits as well as social and environmental gains. […]
ISSD: A systematic approach to economic development
“I became passionate about innovating, creating new possibilities, encouraging women to develop their skills, make their voices heard and protect their rights no matter what path they have chosen.” Irina Mkrtchyan, Co-founder of ISSD Irina Mkrtchyan, Co-founder of Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Development of Communities (ISSD), Armenia and 2021 WE Empower Finalist, Middle East and […]
Roots Studio: Reimagining Cultural Appreciation
“Roots Studio creates 2-way bridges between heritage artists and values-aligned brands in fashion, home, and retail. We are reimagining everyday.” Rebecca Hui, Founder/CEO of Roots Studio Rebecca Hui, Founder/CEO of Roots Studio, 2021 WE Empower Finalist, Europe and North America Rebecca Hui has always had a passion for bridging cultures. This led to the founding […]
Designing for the Future: A Holistic Approach to the Built Environment
Next up on The Green Scene, we interview Dr. Braden Allenby, a seasoned engineer, lawyer, and environmentalist who is the director of the Center for Earth Systems Engineering and Management, President’s Professor, and Lincoln Professor of Engineering and Ethics at the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment at Arizona State University. He also […]
What’s the purpose? Finding new ways to reuse industrial materials with Damon Carson
This week on The Green Scene, we’re interviewing Damon Carson, founder and CEO of Repurposed Materials, an “industrial thrift store.” Repurposed Materials operates across the U.S., and its goal is to reuse existing materials from industry–everything from fire hoses and barrels to brand-new products that different companies might not want to use. By acting as […]
Slowing Down Fashion: Sustainable Clothing and Goods with Ethic Attic
“Our goal is to be a one stop place for design conscious products that are sustainable and made with least negative impact on the ecology.” Rema Sivaram Rema Sivaram – Co-Founder of Ethic Attic by Fairkonnect India- 2021 WE Empower Finalist, Asia-Pacific Ethic Attic by Fairkonnect is a Fair Trade organization based in India that […]
MISGIF: Picturing a Sustainable Photo Booth
This summer, we launched our Sustainable Earth Small Business Awards (SESBA) and selected 15 winners who showcased outstanding sustainability commitments. Our new podcast, The Green Scene, dives into conversations with SESBA winners about their journey as sustainable business owners. In our 14th and final episode of 2022 SESBA winners, MISGIF: Picturing a Sustainable Photobooth, we […]
Clean, Safe Mukuru Clean Stoves: An Economic Opportunity for Women
“Our vision is to eradicate household air pollution in Africa by empowering local women business owners to fight energy poverty.” Charlot Magayi Charlot Magayi – Founder of Mukuru Clean Stoves – Kenya – 2021 WE Empower Finalist, Sub-Saharan Africa Mukuru Clean Stoves replace traditional stoves with improved cookstoves that reduce exposure to hazardous air pollutants […]
Ghost Cities
Shabab Lab | Revolutionizing Technologies to Promote Social Change in Arab Communities
“The vision of our organization is to transform Arab youth into social innovators and changemakers in their communities. To do so, we have developed academic programs that integrate well within international and national curricula and that rest on three pillars: technology, entrepreneurship, and the social good.” Mona Itani Mona Itani – CEO & Founder of […]
Cave Paper | Crafting with Nature’s Colors
This summer, we launched our Sustainable Earth Small Business Awards (SESBA) and selected 15 winners who showcased outstanding sustainability commitments. Our new podcast, The Green Scene, dives into conversations with SESBA winners about their journey as sustainable business owners. In our twelfth episode of the Green Scene, Crafting With Nature’s Colors, we interviewed our next […]