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Time Business News
6 days ago
- Business
- Time Business News
How To Be more Environmentally Friendly As A Business In 2025
The planet's health and the long-term survival of companies in all sectors are at risk due to the severity of environmental problems like deforestation and climate change. Businesses have enormous capacity to promote good change, even while individual customers also have a role to play. Businesses may greatly lessen their environmental impact and help create a healthy world by implementing sustainable practices. Consequently, this appeals to today's eco-aware shoppers, who are increasingly basing their purchases on a business's sustainability pledge. But how can you reduce your business's negative impact on the environment?Help the environment by using your buying powerCustomers may help companies that are dedicated to sustainability by making thoughtful decisions at the shop. When purchasing food and other items, look for certificates like the ones listed below: FSC: Products bearing the FSC mark guarantee that ethical sourcing and forest management techniques are used all the way through the supply chain, safeguarding forests and biodiversity. Fair Trade Certified: This certification guarantees that farmers and laborers in developing nations get fair compensation and working conditions. Rainforest Alliance Certified: Products with this certification support ethical business practices, sustainable agriculture, and forest Energy Harrison Tang, founder of Spokeo, says: 'Businesses typically consume between 15,000 and 25,000 kWh of energy annually; however, this may vary greatly based on the size and nature of the company. Use these really easy fixes to prevent electricity waste in your workplace. Make the most of the natural light in your office space to save energy and enhance health and well-being. Make sure your workplace is well-lit, with windows and doors remaining open and unobstructed. To bounce light throughout the room, you may also paint the walls and appliances with a vibrant color scheme. Motion-sensitive lights, which only turn on when necessary and switch off automatically, may be utilized to conserve energy when natural light isn't available.'Maintain a Sustainable Product Store and Shipping Process Next, make sure your final products are produced using sustainable methods. Products should be packaged in reusable shipping boxes and stored in an energy and water-efficient facility. Install solar panels on your storage facility if you can, or collaborate with a third company that utilizes sustainable energy. If you need to get rid of unsold items, think about recycling or donating you can, go greenTake additional measures to build a sustainable business if you travel for work or operate a service-based firm. On every building site, for instance, a construction business is required to use sustainable techniques. This might include cutting down on wasteful water use and using fuel-efficient building equipment. Effective waste management is also essential to prevent contamination of the surrounding environment of your building site. More recycling and reuse result from efficient waste management for the construction sector, which also saves money. Chemicals like paints and solvents may also be recycled. To lessen your influence on the environment, we provide sustainable garbage transportation services for waste that cannot be About Your Back Office Saj Munir, founder of Chorlton says: 'Numerous companies strive to provide environmentally friendly goods and services for their clients. Even while your clients may not often visit your workplace, it is as important for creating a more environmentally friendly company. Your office should follow all the guidelines that apply to producing sustainable goods or creating sustainable structures. Your workplace should strive to generate less trash and use less energy. Support from employees as well as certain rules, may be necessary to achieve this aim. Setting up recycling bins in your building, for instance, is a wise first step, but it won't help if you don't remind workers to use them and tell them what can and cannot be recycled. Reduce the amount of paper documents your office prints or go paperless if at all feasible. Make sure your staff shuts down and switches off the lights at the end of the day, and use energy-efficient laptops and office supplies.'Try to Avoid Using Paper as Much as You CanEveryone benefits from moving to online billing and documentation. It significantly expands your physical storage capacity in addition to reducing paper waste. Choose to send consumers their receipts via email rather than on your staff The viability of your small company depends on the work of your whole workforce. A business culture centered on environmental consciousness makes achieving your objectives simple. According to an Esker poll, 76% of American workers believe that workplace sustainability is more crucial than ever for companies. It goes without saying that more individuals than ever are choosing to work from home, which has made life simpler for many. Offering your workers the choice to work from home whenever feasible lowers pollution, the use of fossil fuels, and the environmental impact of your business as a whole. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Malaysian Reserve
16-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Beverage Solutions Brand DaVinci Gourmet Drives Sustainable Sourcing with Move to Rainforest Alliance Certified Cocoa
SINGAPORE, July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a first among global food service beverage brands, DaVinci Gourmet, a brand under Kerry Group, has transitioned 100% of the cocoa used in its full range of sauces, syrups and powders to Rainforest Alliance Certified sources. To drive awareness and help cafés make the switch, DaVinci Gourmet is offering the first 200 food service operators to join its Conscious Chocolate Campaign sustainable chocolate kits that include ethically sourced products, café-ready point-of-sale materials, and a recipe book co-developed with leading beverage creators featuring Rainforest Alliance Certified cocoa. A new consumer study by Kerry reveals that 83% of consumers would choose a drink made with Rainforest Alliance Certified cocoa over one without certification. Consumers are also willing to pay 20% more for a chocolate drink made with sustainably sourced ingredients[1], sending a signal to the food service industry of the value of ethical sourcing. While Rainforest Alliance Certified cocoa is available in retail chocolate bars, many chocolate-based drinks served in cafes and restaurants do not carry sustainable cocoa certification. 'DaVinci Gourmet is proud to lead the change to sustainably sourced ingredients because sustainability should be the standard. What's more, while we use sustainable cocoa, we don't pass on any extra cost to our customers,' says Eloise Dubuisson, General Manager, Food Service Brands, Kerry Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa. This recognition of the need for change is consistent with global trends: 78% of consumers say sustainability influences their purchase decisions[2]. With cocoa a core ingredient in café menus, the spotlight is now on what goes into food and beverages. World Cocoa Foundation and International Labour Organization reports continue to raise concerns over supply chain practices in some top-producing countries. Currently, Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana produce over 60% of the world's cocoa. 'Customers no longer just seek flavour. There is growing expectation for brands to act on the environmental and social impact of what they serve,' adds Dubuisson. 'Every decision to source more responsibly, even at the café level, creates ripple effects across the industry. We can make chocolate a force for good.' Rainforest Alliance Certified cocoa is sourced from farms that meet rigorous standards for environmental protection, responsible labour practices, and economic sustainability. Represented by the familiar green frog seal, the certification signals that the cocoa is grown more sustainably, thereby protecting forests, improving farmer livelihoods, and promoting more transparent supply chains. 'Every cup made with certified cocoa is a step toward more resilient farming communities and healthier ecosystems,' says Nina Rossiana, Markets and Partnerships at Rainforest Alliance. 'When food service brands commit to responsible sourcing, they're not just meeting consumer expectations but helping create real change.' 'We are not just switching our cocoa; we're inviting others in the industry to join us,' says Dubuisson. 'We want to empower cafés to serve drinks that don't just taste good but feel good to offer. Sustainability is not simply good ethics. It is good business.' [1] Kerry proprietary Research, 2024; online quantitative with1,000 consumers across 10 markets in APMEA [2] IBM Institute for Business Value. (2022). Sustainability as a Business Imperative
Scottish Sun
13-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
I sampled supermarket iced coffees for the sunny weekend… my £1.25 pick is perfect balance of earthy taste & sweetness
The most costly £4.50 drink turns out to the biggest letdown of all DON'T GET IN A FRAPP I sampled supermarket iced coffees for the sunny weekend… my £1.25 pick is perfect balance of earthy taste & sweetness THE sun has got its hat on – and more and more of us are reaching for an iced coffee to stay refreshed. But rather than splash a fortune at the cafe, you can pick up supermarkets' own drinks for a fraction of the price. Sophie Warburton samples what is on offer, and gives her verdicts and marks out of five . . . 10 Sophie Warburton tested out various iced coffees that can save you splashing out at the cafe Credit: Louis Wood 10 Arctic's coffee stood out from the rest, winning on taste and price Credit: Louis Wood Arctic Coffee Cafe Latte 330ml – £1.25 A FAVOURITE of mine for many years. Arctic says it is made with 'only the best ingredients', including Rainforest Alliance Certified coffee beans, in powder form. In fact, I noticed this was the only drink that used coffee powder, rather than extract. Another reason Arctic trumps the rest is how it manages to balance that earthy coffee taste with sweeter notes. RATING: 5/5 10 Starbucks scored full marks - but it is on the costly side compared to some others Credit: Louis Wood Starbucks Caffe Latte 220ml – £2.55 CREAMY, sweet, nicely pack-aged and perfect for when you're on the go. Great for those newer to iced coffee as it's quite sweet but you can still taste espresso. Very moreish. You spike the lid with a straw, making it hard to spill. The only downside is it's a bit pricey, as you may expect with Starbucks. This coffee is a lovely combination of full-fat milk, water and Arabica coffee extract. RATING: 5/5 'survey reveals what your ice cream eating habits could say about your personality' 10 Costa's latte was a little thick but still scored highly on the taste test Credit: Louis Wood Costa Cafe Latte 330ml – £2.55 VERY similar to the Starbucks caffe latte but thicker. In fact, this latte was perhaps a little too thick for my liking, as I felt a bit full after drinking it. I did enjoy it but you probably wouldn't want to drink too many of these. Again, this one is a little bit on the pricey side. The drink is made up of semi-skimmed milk, coffee extract and water. RATING: 4/5 10 After hearing rave reviews, I thought Jimmy's Iced Coffee tasted bland Credit: Louis Wood Jimmy's Iced Coffee 275ml – £2.10 UNPOPULAR opinion because I have heard rave reviews about this one, but I thought it tasted watery and bland. It's not terrible, but in comparison to the competition it was tasteless. It's also priced at £2.10 in Tesco, so not even the cheapest option. This coffee has been put together with semi-skimmed milk, water and single-origin Arabica coffee. RATING: 3/5 10 The chocolate taste overpowered the coffee and was disappointing Credit: Louis Wood Emmi Caffe Latte Cappuccino 230ml – £1.85 TOO sweet for me, it also features a chocolatey component – and it's all a bit much. Not one for those of us who want to taste the coffee. If I had to choose the drink that it's most similar to, it's the Starbucks caffe latte. They feature similar designs but this one is more of a dupe. It's concocted with semi-skimmed milk and brewed Arabica coffee. RATING: 3/5 10 This drink was quite thin and I could only really taste watery oat milk Credit: Louis Wood M&S Oat Latte Cold Brew Coffee 250ml – £2.60 RATHER unpleasant, I'm sorry to report. This drink was quite thin and I could only really taste watery oat milk. I've also decided I'm not a huge fan of coffee in a tin, like this, and much prefer it in a glass or bottle. This drink is concocted from water, Arabica coffee and oats – much like its sibling, below, but just worse. RATING: 2/5 10 The oat milk tasted of good quality – the kind that's almost slightly powdery Credit: Louis Wood M&S Chilled Cold Brew Oat Latte 250ml – £2.60 COMES in a minimalist plastic bottle – and that pretty much sums it up. Minimal flavour, and I wasn't crazy about this one. The oat milk is quite punchy, though, and I preferred this latte to the other M&S one I tried. The oat milk tasted of good quality – the kind that's almost slightly powdery. The drink is made from water, Arabica coffee and oats. RATING: 3/5 10 The overpowering taste disappointed and I would not be keen to try it again Credit: Louis Wood Quarterpast Iced Coffee Concentrate 360ml – £4.50 NEVER again – unless I'm really desperate. Sweetened with cane sugar and very gloopy, this was seriously overpowering. It hasn't altered one bit my low opinion of concentrated coffee. This one works in the same way as Nescafe's concentrate. You just add 20ml to a glass with ice, and top with milk. Enough for 18 servings. RATING: 1/5 10 If you're on a budget, this could be just about bearable as this was by far the cheapest Credit: Louis Wood Barista Coffee Co. Caffe Latte 250ml – 80p OH dear, this is just sickly and, well, plain boring. Not something that I would go looking for again next time I fancy an iced latte. This was, however, by far the cheapest option of the drinks I tried out – so if you're on a budget, this could be just about bearable. It is created from semi-skimmed milk, water and instant coffee. RATING: 2/5
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Certified Tea Sommelier Teams with Tejava to Celebrate National Iced Tea Day and Share Tips with YourUpdateTV
Certified Tea Sommelier Gabrielle Jammal Shares Expert Tips for National Iced Tea Day and Why Tejava Is Her Summer Go-To NEW YORK, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- National Iced Tea Day is June 10, and it's the perfect time to raise a glass and toast to everyone's favorite summertime beverage. Certified Tea Sommelier Gabrielle Jammal, teamed with Tejava this week to participate in a nationwide satellite media tour to discuss National Iced Tea Day, what to look for in an iced tea, and some creative ways to enjoy Tejava this summer. When it comes to iced tea, quality ingredients and origin are key. Similar to wine, tea is deeply influenced by where and how it's grown. Tejava is a premium, unsweetened bottled tea brewed in small batches using leaves from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms in Java, Indonesia. It's crafted to preserve the natural flavor and character of the tea leaves. Tejava offers a clean, refreshing tea experience with zero sugar, zero calories, and no added preservatives, making it a convenient and healthy option for summer. Available in a variety of unsweetened flavors and bottled in both single-serve and 1-liter formats, it's ideal for serving at summer meals or sharing with guests as an elevated non-alcoholic option. While Tejava is refreshing and delicious straight from the bottle, it also invites creativity. Adding sparkling water and fresh fruit can transform it into a bubbly, tea-infused drink that's perfect for summer gatherings. Its variety of unsweetened flavors and 1-liter glass bottle also makes it a great companion at the table. In celebration of National Iced Tea Day, Tejava is offering a special promotion exclusively for residents of California. From June 7 through June 13, more than 20,000 free bottles of Tejava will be distributed through DashMart on DoorDash. Californians can participate by placing a grocery order via the DoorDash app and selecting the DashMart icon—eligible customers will receive a free bottle of Tejava with their delivery. To learn more about Tejava and where to buy it, as well as creative recipes to help you enjoy National Iced Tea Day, visit About Gabrielle JammalGabrielle Jammal is a certified tea sommelier and hospitality expert who led the tea program at the Baccarat Hotel New York. Raised in a multicultural family where tea was part of everyday tradition, she brings a personal and professional passion for tea to her work. Her expertise has been featured in Forbes, Robb Report, Bloomberg Pursuits, Food & Wine, and more. * YourUpdateTV is a property of D S Simon Media. The video included and release was part of a media tour that was produced by D S Simon Media on behalf of Tejava Dante MuccigrossoDirector of Media Integration & Client ReportingE: dantem@ 973.524.0104 A video accompanying this announcement is available at Sie sich an, um Ihr Portfolio aufzurufen.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Certified Tea Sommelier Teams with Tejava to Celebrate National Iced Tea Day and Share Tips with YourUpdateTV
Certified Tea Sommelier Gabrielle Jammal Shares Expert Tips for National Iced Tea Day and Why Tejava Is Her Summer Go-To NEW YORK, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- National Iced Tea Day is June 10, and it's the perfect time to raise a glass and toast to everyone's favorite summertime beverage. Certified Tea Sommelier Gabrielle Jammal, teamed with Tejava this week to participate in a nationwide satellite media tour to discuss National Iced Tea Day, what to look for in an iced tea, and some creative ways to enjoy Tejava this summer. When it comes to iced tea, quality ingredients and origin are key. Similar to wine, tea is deeply influenced by where and how it's grown. Tejava is a premium, unsweetened bottled tea brewed in small batches using leaves from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms in Java, Indonesia. It's crafted to preserve the natural flavor and character of the tea leaves. Tejava offers a clean, refreshing tea experience with zero sugar, zero calories, and no added preservatives, making it a convenient and healthy option for summer. Available in a variety of unsweetened flavors and bottled in both single-serve and 1-liter formats, it's ideal for serving at summer meals or sharing with guests as an elevated non-alcoholic option. While Tejava is refreshing and delicious straight from the bottle, it also invites creativity. Adding sparkling water and fresh fruit can transform it into a bubbly, tea-infused drink that's perfect for summer gatherings. Its variety of unsweetened flavors and 1-liter glass bottle also makes it a great companion at the table. In celebration of National Iced Tea Day, Tejava is offering a special promotion exclusively for residents of California. From June 7 through June 13, more than 20,000 free bottles of Tejava will be distributed through DashMart on DoorDash. Californians can participate by placing a grocery order via the DoorDash app and selecting the DashMart icon—eligible customers will receive a free bottle of Tejava with their delivery. To learn more about Tejava and where to buy it, as well as creative recipes to help you enjoy National Iced Tea Day, visit About Gabrielle JammalGabrielle Jammal is a certified tea sommelier and hospitality expert who led the tea program at the Baccarat Hotel New York. Raised in a multicultural family where tea was part of everyday tradition, she brings a personal and professional passion for tea to her work. Her expertise has been featured in Forbes, Robb Report, Bloomberg Pursuits, Food & Wine, and more. * YourUpdateTV is a property of D S Simon Media. The video included and release was part of a media tour that was produced by D S Simon Media on behalf of Tejava Dante MuccigrossoDirector of Media Integration & Client ReportingE: dantem@ 973.524.0104 A video accompanying this announcement is available at in to access your portfolio
