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For companies, especially those in consumer-facing sectors, end-to-end supply chain emissions are much higher than the direct emissions from their own operations. By implementing a net-zero supply chain, companies can amplify their climate impact, enable emission reductions in hard-to-abate sectors,…

Maybe the world did end a little when smartphones came around. But in the era of virtual and augmented reality, our propensity for digital distraction could quickly get a lot worse. It’s an idea explored in Strange Beasts, a new…

While 2020 was a bad year economically for 7 in every 10 participants and their families, 77% were optimistic that the year ahead will be better, with more than half of respondents predicting the global economy will be stronger in…

The project took on a life of its own. Over 190 days, we released 103 videos. Each was around five minutes long, with one simple question: How might COVID-19 impact our future? Read more in the conversation  What our ‘world…

in recent years $100 billion has been invested annually in venture capital funds. Based on an analysis of individual financing rounds above $250 million, we estimate that 60% of these investments went into digital platforms and ecosystem business models. If…

Born between 1980 and 1994, millennials have some important differences from their generational neighbours, Gen Z, born between 1995 and 2015.In this post we’ll explore six key ways they’re different, and how your brand can connect with the upcoming powerhouse…

Researchers find that there are smells that make us feel thinner and lighter, and other smells that do the opposite.The sounds of our footsteps can have a similar effect.The researchers suggest that sensory stimuli play a part in our self-image…

Suddenly, children went to school through Chromebooks, people ditched dining rooms for drive-throughs, workers flocked to Zoom in lieu of offices, and delivery became the status quo on just about everything. Burgeoning trends became commonplace overnight. And at the very…

New York’s new hottest club is . . . your living room. No, really. With more than bitter cold keeping us indoors for the next “who knows!” months, our at-home entertainment options are dwindling. Read more in Fast Company  Designer…