Coop Czech first trialled staffless stores last year
International Labour Organization runs co-op training for Laos coffee farmers
The course aimed to encourage the advancement of co-operatives in Laos’ coffee-growing regions
Deduction loans an opportunity for credit unions and borrowers, says report
The majority of benefit borrowers are young mothers – mostly single, in rented housing and on…
Midcounties Co-op wins Edie sustainability award for energy project of the year
Measures from the co-op include in-store energy efficiency awareness, reduced electricity usage and its Community Power…
Fairtrade and retail: How farmers benefit from your purchases
As producers struggle with input cost inflation and climate change, Fairtrade is more vital than ever
Co-operative Bank of Kenya reports 30% growth in annual profit
The bank has also made moves towards ESG goals, continued its support for small business and…
ICMIF and UN open applications for innovation challenge in mutual insurance
The partnership will promote innovative mutual insurance schemes to better protect the most vulnerable in developing…
Vancouver property management business launches housing co-op for staff
'For certain people the co-op model is what works well and what helps them feel like…
West Yorkshire mayor cuts ribbon on Leeds Credit Union’s new headquarters
The move to a larger site is part of the credit union’s growth plans
Fairtrade Fortnight 2023 highlights climate crisis
Over 27 February – 12 March 2023, the Fairtrade Foundation is spotlighting the effects of climate…
Filipino co-ops discuss digital at their first national congress
Digitisation is needed to future-proof co-ops and open up new markets, says the NCBC
16,000 people sign up to Ripple Energy’s third consumer-owned energy project
'People are gradually finding out that better green energy options are available and when they do…
