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Veganuary 2025: how brands are shaping a greener future

2 months ago | envi.info | Francesca Romana Prandi

As January 2025 is coming to an end, Veganuary has once again inspired millions worldwide to explore plant-based eating. This year’s campaign was marked by innovative strategies aimed at challenging perceptions and encouraging participation. One of the most notable initiatives was the Weird? campaign, which was launched in December 2024. This campaign featured eye-catching advertisements that encouraged individuals to consider the origins of commonly consumed animal-based foods.
“If you don't care, you're screwed”: the campaign by Erion WEEE

Nov 29, 2024 | envi.info | Francesca Romana Prandi

The intention of this initiative is to provide the public with information on the correct disposal of WEEE and to encourage the use of free recycling services. A few weeks ago, we had the pleasure of discussing another linked initiative made by this company, which concerns the exhibition called called Materia Viva Experience. The global issue of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), or e-waste, is becoming increasingly urgent.
Umnins Organic and Plant-Based Mission

Oct 11, 2024 | envi.info | Francesca Romana Prandi

Umnin is a family-run business located in Ravenna, Italy, focused on producing high-quality, plant-based foods such as seitan, tofu, and hemp-based alternatives. The company stands out for its strong commitment to environmental sustainability, which is reflected in both its production methods and its communication approach. Umnin’s entire product range is organic and 100% plant-based. The company uses natural ingredients and does not use synthetic additives, preservatives or artificial colours.
Ohoskin: Luxury from Sicilian citrus and cactus scraps

Aug 30, 2024 | envi.info | Francesca Romana Prandi

By making use of the plentiful resources of orange peels and prickly pear leaves, Ohoskin has developed an innovative bio-based material that not only maintains the visual appeal and durability of traditional leather but also considerably reduces its environmental impact and supports animal welfare. Ohoskin was founded by entrepreneurs who are passionate about environmental sustainability and innovation.
Sustainability of AI? (Don’t) ask ChatGPT

Feb 2, 2024 | envi.info | Francesca Romana Prandi

Launched in November 2022, ChatGPT has for sure made various daily tasks easier, especially in the workplace. People use it write emails, reports, presentations, business plans drafts, and even articles (not this one, though!). However, have you ever wondered what is the environmental impact of ChatGPT performing a simple task? In fact, the hidden environmental costs and impact of AI models is often overlooked.
the new UNEP report on animal agriculture

Dec 15, 2023 | envi.info | Francesca Romana Prandi

On December 8th, the UNEP published “What’s Cooking”, a report that focuses specifically on the potential alternative proteins, which include plant-based, cultivated, and fermentation-derived meat. Animal-source foods (ASF) contribute substantially to many countries’ economies, being a major source of employment and income. They are still important in diets, especially in food-insecure settings, and carry special significance for many demographic groups and cultures.
Liter of life: the open source technology serving people

Oct 20, 2023 | envi.info | Francesca Romana Prandi

Liter of Light is a global, grassroots movement committed to providing affordable, sustainable solar light to people with limited or no access to electricity. Developed in the wake of the 21st century, this technology has been used in the Philippines as a social innovation project since 2011 and then has spread through a network of partnerships around the world.
Renoon: a start-up that helps you out to buy the right clothes!

Sep 1, 2023 | envi.info | Francesca Romana Prandi

Launched in 2020 by a team of Italian and Dutch young people, Renoon is a start-up that aims to make the fashion industry transparent, by bringing together brands, rental platforms, marketplaces, and products that respect the attributes of sustainability, defined by a specific framework. Renoon is an independent platform that allows companies to verify their information and process it. It provides them with the tools to assess their transparency and sustainability.
The long way to an EU Natural Restoration Law

Jun 16, 2023 | envi.info | Francesca Romana Prandi

On the 22nd of June 2022, the European Commission adopted the proposal for a regulation on EU Nature Restoration Law, with the aim to curb the loss of biodiversity and restore natural areas.
The Impact of Fashion Revolution Week on Civil Society & Environment

Apr 14, 2023 | envi.info | Francesca Romana Prandi

The Fashion Revolution Week is the annual campaign organized by the global movement “Fashion Revolution” which gathers activists from the civil society. Designers, academics, writers, business leaders, policymakers, brands, retailers, marketers, producers, makers, workers, and fashion lovers take part to this seven-day long action in order to raise awareness on a sustainable fashion industry.