The opinions expressed here by Trellis expert contributors are their own, not those of Trellis. Never let a lull go to waste. That’s the simple message for anyone working on environmental issues in textiles and apparel who feels worn down. The buzz around climate, ESG and sustainable fashion has cooled. In Washington, climate rules are […]
We’re less than two weeks into 2026 and already it’s been a turbulent start. Beneath the headlines, recent research reveals a striking divide in optimism versus pessimism about the world’s direction, offering key insights for organizations seeking to engage global audiences on the sustainability agenda. Trellis data partner GlobeScan found that when looking at net […]
UnitedHealth Group Chief Sustainability Officer and Executive Vice President Patricia Lewis officially retired in December after almost four years in the role. Lewis announced her intention to leave this past June in a LinkedIn post, shortly after the unexpected resignation of United Health’s former CEO Andrew Witty. She has started an executive advisory firm. The […]
Diana Birkett Rakow became CEO of Hawaiian Airlines in October 2025 after eight years heading parent company Alaska Air Group’s sustainability, venture investments and public affairs strategy. It’s a rare career progression among corporate sustainability professionals, but Birkett Rakow argues it should be more common because CSOs and CEOs share a common challenge: creating business […]
Dow has expanded the job description for its chief sustainability officer, Andre Argenton, to include the chemicals and materials science company’s growth and innovation strategy. His title now includes chief technology officer, filling the position vacated by A.N. Sreeram, who retired effective Jan 1. In his new role, Argenton is responsible for Dow’s global research […]
When Trellis assessed food industry leaders and laggards in 2021, Post Holdings featured in the second category. Back then, the maker of food service products (Michael Foods), breakfast cereals (Grape-Nuts, Weetabix) and pet foods (Rachael Ray Nutrish) hadn’t set emission targets and wasn’t fully disclosing emissions. A lot has changed since at the St. Louis, […]
The opinions expressed here by Trellis expert contributors are their own, not those of Trellis. As an impact investor and educator, I’ve learned to distinguish between the noise that dominates headlines and the signals that actually move capital. As we begin 2026, this discernment has never been more essential. The jarring political landscape is enough […]
Fanny Moizant has been at the forefront of the circular fashion movement, co-launching Vestiaire Collective from her Paris apartment 16 years ago. On Jan. 5, she shared on LinkedIn that the company is forcing her out as president. Moizant cited “organizational changes” at the business, which sells “pre-loved” authenticated luxury items from the likes of […]
The world’s polyester spree over the past half century has nudged cotton to the margins. The synthetic wonder makes up 59 percent of textiles, but its origins are problematic. Its long name, polyethylene terephthalate (PET), reflects its connection to crude oil and gas refining. That is a big reason why fashion’s greenhouse gas emissions rose […]
The opinions expressed here by Trellis expert contributors are their own, not those of Trellis. COP30 didn’t deliver the drama of Glasgow or Paris. But in the tropical heat of Belém, the ground quietly shifted. As we look to 2026, here are four predictions for what comes next for businesses serious about nature and climate. […]