Business has historically treated corporate social responsibility as glorified charity. This approach misses the point and may prevent companies from identifying and creating value for themselves and their communities.
Muddled: Fixing the EPA’s Unclear Definition of Sustainability
The EPA has been leading the charge in shaping sustainable development, but the agency needs a new definition of sustainability if it is to continue to play a key role.
Turning Your Mobile Phone Into a Home Medical Device
In some parts of the world, mobile phones are more common than clean water. Can this ubiquity be harnessed for rural healthcare?
Let’s Paint the Town Green
Companies all over the world are increasingly touting their environmental credentials. But how many of them are actually following through?
The Hungry Truth: Malnutrition in Latin America
Malnutrition in Latin America has many causes, the most basic of which begin at home.
Can Investors Achieve Human Impact and Profit at the Same Time?
Paul Herman, Founder and CEO of HIP Investor Inc., on what it means to be an HIP investor — one whose portfolio achieves both human impact and profit.
Bringing Fresh Life to Food Deserts
Who needs Superman when you’ve got supermarkets?
Community Sponsored Agriculture: Game Changer or Afterthought?
Community Supported Agriculture has the potential to move American agriculture to a more sustainable footing — if it is properly supported.