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Image via Flickr by e-MagineArt.com It was recently discovered that a GlaxoSmithKline pharmaceutical plant located in Ireland, held contaminated drug ingredients that possibly affected supplies of weight-loss drugs shipped to the United States and Puerto Rico. The supplies have since been recalled; however, according to Reuters, officials believe the plant didn’t act fast enough for…
Image via Flickr by born1945 In 2006, the American trucking Association (ATA) petitioned the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to require all large trucks to use a speed limiter. After five years adjusting regulations, the speed limiter was finally approved in January 2011. However, the regulations…
Image via Flickr Jeepersmedia As the company’s massive solar program indicates, Target takes corporate sustainability seriously. In 2016, the company exceeded Walmart in solar power production. Today, Target stands out as a solar leader in the retail industry. Check out how Target accomplished its solar goal and the impact and advantage this type of sustainability…
Image via Flickr by ahenobarbus In recent years, the automotive industry has made great strides in improving sustainability and supply chain transparency. The 2017 launch of DRIVE Sustainability, a partnership that includes 10 major automakers, promises additional progress toward a more sustainable industry. Learn which automakers have joined DRIVE Sustainability and how this important partnership…
Image via Flickr by thisisbossi Amazon is just days away from the alleged launch of its highly anticipated smartphone. The 3D device, that will likely debut on June 18, could change the game when it comes to the future of smartphone concepts. It could also transform the way consumers think of tech companies.Oops! You don’t…
Image via Wikipedia.org Bloomberg reported that the price of nickel saw a sharp jump in price on Wednesday after five months of lengthy declines. China’s inventory is already tight, and they plan to reduce their output further in favor of cheaper alternatives. Speculation about what China will do and the low stockpiles currently available are…