With a range of unsolved social and environmental issues like global warming and climate change, more and more youths are taking action to make a difference. Many are even showing interest in joining companies that are at the center of making a...
WFTO (World Fair Trade Organization) designates the second Saturday of May every year as “World Fair Trade Day.” Events and campaigns are held simultaneously in each country initiated by approximately 350 fair trade organizations in more...
ZENB Japan is tying up with Associate Professor Haruko Noguchi of Tokyo University of Agriculture and her students at the Agriculture Department of Agricultural Innovation for Sustainable Society to develop “ZENB Sandwich” that maximizes ingredient...
Ethical food is gaining more attention, but how about chocolates made from crickets? Sounds weird, right? It may be the case now, but with rising interest in alternative food with less environmental load, the chances are that they will become the...
T Card, one of the most popular reward cards in Japan, is creating “T Card Minna no Ethical Food Lab.” This co-creative platform will promote ethical food actions and stir up a “sustainable food” movement. It intends to...
Did you know that about 70% of LGBT children have experienced bullying at school? It’s challenging to truly understand what LGTB students go through at school, especially during puberty when they start to realize their sexuality. That’s...
Himi, a small town in Toyama Prefecture along Sea of Japan is known for its 400-years-old fishing culture. Because of its abundance of fish, the locals call the region a “natural fish tank.” Particularly famous is its winter “buri...
Social good products are drawing attention for their potential in shifting society towards a sustainable one. Created under themes such as “eco (environmentally friendly),” “organic,” “fair trade,” “donation...
On April 24th and October 16th, the music event “Climate Live” will take place simultaneously in over 40 countries to raise awareness of climate change. It all started when a group of British high school students questioned the numerous...
Since COVID-19 saw its rise last year, social contribution online store WakeAi has been contributing to reducing food loss through their online platform. Here, people can buy products from producers and businesses that have stagnated or stopped...