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27 Feb 2024
Academy cases “We must do away with the throw-away culture and find inspiration from the time when we patched our woolen socks”Kristina Vigen grew up in the countryside with older generations who, back then, took care of the things they had acquired and made them last as long as possible. This meant repairing quality wool socks – especially because it made sense financially. ”Now the primary incentive for preserving the products is perhaps something else, namely the […]
27 Feb 2024
Academy cases Good advice on Danish CSR in ThailandMany of us know it very well: the company has drawn up CSR policies and guidelines. But how do you translate the good intentions and ambitions into concrete actions that make sense for the individual employee in everyday life? Even if there are many thousands of kilometers from the head office to the factory? This is everyday […]
27 Feb 2024
Academy cases From CV to personal CSR career houseWhen Signe Rasmussen began the practical training, Sustainable Business Change Manager, she was determined to do one thing: She wanted to find a new path, both personally and professionally. Because even though Signe Rasmussen had already spent 7 years in the wind turbine industry, something was missing. “Although it was an exciting period in an industry […]
18 Apr 2018
Ethical consumption Corporate activism is paying off for COOPRemoving damaging food products from its shelves (choice editing) and posting controversial ads that create awareness of pesticides in food production are just some of the actions that Denmark’s largest retailer of consumer goods, COOP, has taken over the years to show its stand in support of sustainable consumption. This week, the retail giant was […]
13 Nov 2013
Ethical consumption The Trojan Horse Strategy – Changing Business From WithinImagine that you are the owner of a highly successful social enterprise that has built its success on doing both well and good. One day you get a call from a well-known multi-national corporation, perhaps one with a less than perfect track record when it comes to social or environmental issues. This huge enterprise would […]
6 Sep 2012
Ethical consumption Put purpose before profit – and make money anywayAbout a year ago, the Danish low-cost mobile phone company Call Me began the process of developing the strategy ”TRUST”, which integrates social responsibility and social capital (trust) in the heart of Call Me’s business. The strategy has already created tangible results on both the inner and outer bottom lines.
9 Feb 2011
Ethical consumption Socially Responsible Investing – A big step forward or a waste of time?Socially responsible investing (SRI) is putting more focus on corporate social and environmental practices through both positive and negative screens. In fact, ethical and green investment has never been more popular.
16 Dec 2010
Ethical consumption The art of sustainabilityNot long ago, I discovered the project Happy Xmas Trees. This ambitious Danish art and sustainability project is currently transforming Copenhagen into one giant outdoor gallery featuring Christmas tree sculptures by various artists. But these trees aren’t just for show. Once Christmas is over, they will be auctioned off to raise money for the afforestation project, Happy® Forests.
13 Sep 2010
Ethical consumption Value creation with aesthetic capitalSocial entrepreneurs Superflex create value for Brazilian guaraná farmers with the use of aesthetical capital.
6 Sep 2010
Ethical consumption The business of organic foodsThe market for organic foods is growing faster than for conventional foods. But will we be able to accomodate sustainable consumption needs in the long run?
16 Aug 2010
Ethical consumption Buycotters – consumption for a better worldEthical consumption and buycotting is on the rise and constitutes huge business opportunities