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US farming co-op launches landmark sustainability programme

‘We are helping to protect farmer livelihoods and supporting their work to protect natural resources’

Co-operative research conference focuses on the transition to sustainability

The ICA CCR European Research Conference explored the roles of co-ops in creating more sustainable businesses…

Southern Co-op stores provide homes for protected bat species

‘We wanted to make sure we protected the bat population and gave them a home for…

Agri co-operatives plan to drive the bioeconomy revolution in Europe

According to Copa and Cogeca, agri-food and forestry co-operatives are showing clear leadership in this ‘silent…

Co-operative banks set out priorities for greening the financial sector

The sector reaffirmed its commitment to the Paris Agreement on climate change

How co-ops can help communities guard against climate change

A new report by the Democracy Collaborative looks at how community wealth building can help neighbourhoods…

Arla dairy co-op announces plans to go carbon neutral

Green pledges also include support for clean water systems and measures to protect biodiversity

Energy and water saving for co-operatives and social enterprises in heritage buildings

'The most sustainable energy of all, is the energy that we don’t use'

Co-operative Retail Conference will look at Brexit, new tech and sustainability

Looking ahead to next month’s event, organised by Co-operatives UK

Midcounties colleagues plant community garden in Leamington

'A lot of time and energy has been put into the garden by the community, creating…

Co-op Group commits to a sustainable future of food

'The world is changing in ways that are having a real impact on our food system'

Coop Denmark gives away 700,000 reusable bags

The co-operative wants to help members and customers tackle plastic waste