Solutions
Looking for inspiration and solutions for living more sustainably? Check out these daily highlights of innovative brands and products in apparel, home, food, travel, beauty, spirits, mobility and more!
High-Speed Racing Meets Climate Action in the World of SailGP
Founded in 2018, SailGP is a global sailing championship featuring high-performance F50 catamarans, which are some of the fastest and most technologically advanced racing boats in the world. SailGP wants to be the world's most sustainable and purpose-driven sports and entertainment platform.
CABN Designs Smart, Net-Zero Homes for Living Anywhere
CABN is an innovative company at the forefront of sustainable living, specializing in the design and construction of eco-friendly tiny houses to enable net-zero housing for everyone to live anywhere. Founded with a mission to provide people with a retreat from the demands of modern life, CABN creates self-sufficient, minimalist spaces that blend seamlessly with nature.
The Solutionists Weekly Digest
Your weekly roundup of the latest news and progress in sustainable living. From eco-friendly homes and sustainable mobility solutions to mindful travel, food, fashion, sport and entertainment, we bring you the news highlights of the week from The Solutionists – the brands and organizations empowering consumers to live more sustainably.
Hurtigruten Brings Cleaner Ships and Local Impact to the World’s Wildest Waters
Hurtigruten Group, a Norwegian travel and cruise operator, is known for its expedition cruises along Norway's rugged coastlines and to polar regions like Antarctica and the Arctic. Established in 1893, the company has a long history of connecting remote communities and showcasing the natural beauty of some of the world's most pristine environments.
Trove and the Infrastructure Behind a More Circular Retail Economy
Trove is leading the resale revolution with scalable branded recommerce solutions that extend the life of millions of products, creating more inclusive, less wasteful business models. Commanding over 75% of the U.S. branded resale market, Trove has partnered with such industry leaders as: Canada Goose, Carhartt, Michael Kors, Patagonia, On, Steve Madden, REI, EILEEN FISHER, INC., Levi Strauss & Co. and more.
From Dumplings to Mushroom Steak, OMNI Is Redefining Plant-Based Eating
With a mission "to innovate food that will treat the planet right, treat animals right and treat us right," OmniFoods is innovating food 2.0 based on Asian eating culture. Offering plant-based authentic Asian appetizers, seafood and luncheon, OMNI’s products include plant-based spring rolls, potstickers, bao buns, fish fillet, tuna as well as meat style luncheon.
Ethique is making plastic free beauty the new normal
Ethique is a pioneering brand in the sustainable beauty industry, renowned for its commitment to environmental responsibility. Founded in New Zealand in 2012, the company creates high-quality, eco-friendly beauty products that are 100% plastic-free and sustainably sourced. Learn more…
Rivian Shows What the Future of Adventure Looks Like When It’s Electric
With a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, Rivian develops and builds category-defining electric vehicles and accessories. With vehicles built in the U.S. and sold direct to consumers and commercial fleets, Rivian is working on the goal of accelerating the global transition to zero-emission transportation and energy. Rivian also recently introduced their first Charging Outpost near Yosemite – offering 24-hour access to high-speed charging for Rivian owners.
Houdini Proves High-Performance Outdoor Gear Doesn’t Have to Be Disposable
With its mission to push the boundaries toward a new, sustainable outdoor industry, Houdini has gained recognition for its innovative designs and sustainable practices. They offer a range of outdoor apparel, all designed to perform well in various outdoor conditions while being mindful of environmental stewardship. Their Houdini Reuse secondhand marketplace helps extend the lifetime and reduce the footprint of their garments. Houdini Circle is their circular store for Houdini clothes, where consumers can choose to buy, sell, repair and rent or subscribe.
Open Farm Pet Raises the Bar on Sustainable, Transparent Pet Food
With a mission to empower pet parents with high quality nutrition for pets, crafted from ethically and sustainably sourced ingredients, Open Farm is one of the fastest growing pet food companies in North America. A certified B-Corporation, Open Farm offers a range of premium pet food products formulated with a focus on environmental stewardship, animal welfare and transparent sourcing.
Cleancult Is Making Refill Rituals the New Normal for a Cleaner Home
With a mission to create a cleaner kind of cult that helps people switch from a bad plastic habit to a cleaner refill ritual, Cleancult delivers sustainable home products for a cleaner home. Cleancult prioritizes ingredient transparency, sustainability and effective cleaning and offers a plastic-free / refill-focused product portfolio that includes hand soaps, cleaning sprays, laundry and dish soap / tablets.
Intrepid Travel Shows How Adventure Can Be a Force for Good
With a mission to create positive change through the joy of travel, Intrepid Travel has been working since 1989 to leverage travel as a force for good. Today, this certified B Corporation has become “the world’s largest purpose-led adventure travel company,” engaging travelers through small group trips to respect wildlife and places and help keep the economic benefits of travel in the local communities.
Winmark Makes Resale Easy, Local and Seriously Impactful
With a mission to “Provide Resale for Everyone,” Winmark has enabled more than 1.8 billion (!!) items to be recycled since 2010 across the company’s resale store brands: Plato's Closet (teen/young adult clothing), Once Upon a Child (children’s items), Play It Again Sports (sporting / fitness equipment), Style Encore (women’s apparel), and Music Go Round (musical instruments).
Next Level Veggie Grill Is Redefining Fast Food for a Plant-Forward Future
Next Level Burger is America’s first 100% plant-based burger joint chain – bringing something good for the people, animals and the planet (and named "Best Fast Food Chain" by Newsweek's Readers' Choice award).
Every Man Jack Is Bringing Simpler, Greener Choices to Men’s Personal Care
Every Man Jack offers clean, straightforward grooming products made with naturally derived ingredients and a commitment to sustainable practices, from recyclable packaging to responsible sourcing.
Spotlight: Sustainable Spirits News Highlights
Sustainable wine for the outdoors. Key takeaways from US Sustainable Winegrowing Summit. Diageo / ecoSPIRITS partner on reusable packaging. Brother's Bond / WhistlePig team on regen ag. Spotlights on Heineken, Johnnie Walker, Suntory. And much more.
Spotlight: Electric Vehicles News Highlights
Rivian opens Charging Outpost near Yosemite. GM's EV sales soar, incl Cadillac Lyriq. Kia EV9 helps drive record-breaking sales. Toyota invests in EV charging network. Volvo / Hubject partner on Plug&Charge. Honda, Nissan, Mitsubishi collaboration. And much more.
Spotlight: Sustainable Beauty News Highlights
Markham launches vegan-friendly collection for men. Euromonitor reports 10% sustainable beauty product growth. Focus on sustainable packaging for premium beauty. Envisioning a sustainable path for cosmetics. L'Oreal / Debut partner on fermentation-based ingredients. And much more.
Spotlight: Recommerce News Highlights
A look at the rise of resale. British consumers drive secondhand clothing boom. NRF / ThredUp discuss modern resale. Rawlings / SidelineSwap partner for trade-in program. News from Rehome Platform, Vinted, Carousell, Orisha, Depop, Croissant and others. And much more.
Spotlight: Sustainable Travel & Tourism News Highlights
Copenhagen rewards sustainable travelers. Booking, WSU discuss sustainable travel intention/action gap. IHG launches Low Carbon Pioneers program. Pinerary launches w/ sustainable travel tips. And much more.