Climate Change’s Impact on the Workforce
The United Nations has issued a stark warning: climate change poses a significant risk to 70% of the world’s workforce. The combination of air pollutants, extreme temperatures, variable weather, and UV radiation is expected to adversely affect working conditions for billions worldwide.
Founder Focus: Sarah Paiji Yoo of Blueland
In response to this urgent issue, entrepreneurs like Sarah Paiji Yoo, co-founder of Blueland, are taking action. Blueland’s mission is to eliminate single-use plastic packaging and reduce overall waste. Their zero-waste laundry tablets have helped divert one billion plastic bottles from landfills and oceans in the past five years.
Paiji Yoo highlights the importance of policy advocacy. Blueland has been actively involved in lobbying for the Pods Are Plastic Bill, which aims to ban the sale of plastic detergent pods in New York City. She believes that government laws and policies are crucial levers for change.
Tracking Green Marketing Guidelines
The Federal Trade Commission’s Green Guides provide guidance to companies on making environmental marketing claims. Paiji Yoo is monitoring updates to these guidelines to ensure that consumers are not misled by greenwashing. The agency is expected to release an updated version later this year.
Simplifying Government Contracts
Congress is working to simplify the language used in government contracts, recognizing the challenges faced by small business owners in navigating bureaucratic jargon.
Other Notable News
– The country has come close to a TikTok ban with a bill requiring the platform to sell within a year.
– The Department of Justice is preparing to sue Ticketmaster over alleged anticompetitive behavior.
– A recent article by Rebecca Deczynski explores companies’ efforts to reduce waste through the circular economy.
National Small Business Week
National Small Business Week is approaching. Readers are encouraged to share their plans for celebrating this important event.
