Environment
Environment
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EnvironmentCoop Denmark using Too Good To Go mobile app to reduce food waste
The online platform allows the member-owned retailer to offer food nearing its expiration date to customers for a fraction of the price
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BusinessGeneral election: Social Economy Alliance launches manifesto for inclusive economy
Proposals to “reshape British boardrooms” include a reform of co-op law, incentives for good business behaviour and an ethical trade policy
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EnvironmentCo-op Way Report shows Co-op Group’s record on social responsibility
The document assesses performance in areas such as environmental sustainability, community involvement and Fairtrade
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EnvironmentCo-op Group replaces polystyrene pizza discs with recycleable cardboard
The retailer is tackling recycling issues by changing packaging materials
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BusinessCo-ops recognised for sustainability work
The Midcounties, Central England and Southern co-operatives have been recognised by Business in the Community for their work in sustainability and community action
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EnvironmentFrench ethical search engine is investing profits in social projects and co-ops
Since its launch the search engine has grown to 700,000 users per month and a total number of searches of half a billion
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CommunityLeisure co-op REI submit plans for new state-of-the-art campus
Outdoor leisure co-op REI has submitted designs to local planning authorities for a new headquarters that is “accessible, sustainable, and connected to the community”. The review can take up to a year and if the plans are approved,...
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CommunitySuffolk locals form community benefit society to buy the derelict Shotley Pier
It’s been a whirlwind of activity at Shotley in Suffolk since the summer of 2016, when locals rallied to support the formation of a community benefit society to buy the derelict Shotley Pier. As founding...
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CommunitySuma workers co-op joins tree-planting scheme to help stop flooding
Workers at Suma Wholefoods Co-op have helped environmental group Treesponsibility celebrate its 19th birthday in style – planting trees on a steep hillside in the Upper Calder valley. The 27-strong team enjoyed the fresh air on a cold...
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AgricultureHow you can join a co-operative solution for Real Farming
Land banking is a popular game for entrepreneurs that sows rich rewards. Land is bought by any private investors, from housing developers to supermarkets, and held onto while the value of the land grows. This...