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A lack of current U.S. federal regulations on sustainability claims has led to companies making environmental claims that are misleading or unsubstantiated.

How Some Companies May be ‘Blue-washing’ Sustainable Claims

A lack of current U.S. federal regulations on sustainability claims has led to companies making claims of environmental action that are misleading or unsubstantiated.

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The Estée Lauder Cos. 'Green Score' Method Could Standardize Sustainability

The company published its internal approach to evaluate ingredients and formulas through the lenses of human health, ecosystem health and the environment, in hopes that others might build upon it.

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UK Moves Forward for Take-back Cosmetic Packaging

These schemes would cut down on waste as consumers return product packaging to dedicated collection points.

Novi Connect connects brands, suppliers and retailers on one communication platform to build new products, vet ingredients, order raw materials and access sustainable packaging.

Novi Debuts Beauty Platform for Ingredients & Packaging

Novi Connect connects brands, suppliers and retailers on one communication platform to build new products, vet ingredients, order raw materials and access sustainable packaging.

The Hollandse Kust Zuid offshore wind farm began construction in July and expects to be fully operatable in 2023.

BASF Purchases 49.5% of Vattenfall Offshore Wind Farm

The Hollandse Kust Zuid offshore wind farm began construction in July and expects to be fully operable in 2023.

Amazon and EWG are teaming up to add certification labels to the digital platform.

Amazon Adds EWG Verified Label to Select Product Listings

“Customers want a way to make more sustainable and informed shopping choices, and Climate Pledge Friendly is ramping up its efforts to help customers know their purchases meet sustainability standards and are helping to preserve the natural world,” said Adam Werbach, global lead for sustainable shopping at Amazon.

DNA testing allows companies a more secure supply of plant raw materials and can prevent health risks to the consumer.

DNA & Cosmetics to Promote Traceability of Natural Resources

The consortium works to guarantee the authenticity of plant raw materials for cosmetics through DNA analysis.