Results for Guest Writers
Business plays a critical role in advancing peace
November 07, 2014 One year since its foundation, the UN Global Compact’s Business for Peace initiative is already achieving tangible results, writes Melissa Powell. Read more >
Let’s not be blinkered about palm oil
November 07, 2014 Andrew Britton argues that a broader perspective is needed on the debate about palm oil, certification and deforestation. Read more >
Effective collaboration is the key to lasting impact
October 03, 2014 Joanne Sonenshine says that businesses cannot go it alone if they want to create a paradigm shift. Read more >
Growing economies while avoiding deforestation
October 03, 2014 Stephen Donofrio examines the important role that avoiding deforestation and degradation plays in mitigating climate change, and describes the benefits to businesses from tackling forest risk. Read more >
A new business model for improving access to healthcare in the world’s poorest countries
September 04, 2014 Andy Wright, Vice President Global Health Programmes at GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), discusses the company’s pioneering business model whereby 20% of profits from Least Developed Countries are reinvested to provide better access to healthcare. Read more >
The role of the private sector in addressing Sustainable Development Challenges
September 04, 2014 Companies should harness the power of partnerships to advocate for a more sustainable future, says Elaine Weidman-Grunewald Read more >
Volunteering for skills
August 06, 2014 Jonathan Birdwell says that employee volunteering schemes are good for business – but must be accompanied by a radical culture change. Read more >
Business finding its voice: The rise of campaigning & advocacy in sustainability strategies
August 06, 2014 As businesses become increasingly outspoken in big debates, Frances Buckingham outlines the key elements of effective corporate activism. Read more >
Intel: In pursuit of conflict-free
July 04, 2014 In an exclusive interview, Intel's Corporate Responsibility Director Gary Niekerk discusses the tech company's leading approach to sourcing conflict-free minerals. Read more >