Study finds largest consumer segment globally seeks style, status and sustainability NEW YORK CITY – 03 October 2013 – A new study by GlobeScan, SustainAbility, and BBMG confirms the rise of nearly 2.5 billion consumers globally who are uniting style, social status and sustainability values to redefine consumption. According to the report, The 2013 Aspirational Consumer Index, more than one-third of consumers globally (36.4%) identify as Aspirationals, defined by their love of shopping (78%), desire for responsible consumption (92%) and … “2.5 Billion Aspirational Consumers Mark Shift in Sustainable Consumption”
This article was originally published on GreenBiz.com, as part of our Proof Points blog series. 5 September 2013 – A trend that continues to surprise me is the public’s continuing low level of recognition about companies’ efforts to improve their social and environmental performance and give back to communities. In one survey, the proportion of respondents across 14 countries who have heard some or a lot about these efforts barely has changed in the past seven years, and more than 1 in … “Why Firms Fall Short on Touting Their Sustainability Work”
MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 23 August 2013 – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) continues to have a positive impact on the lives of the poor in the Asia and Pacific region, says a new independent perceptions survey conducted by GlobeScan. The survey – conducted with 900 stakeholders in 31 member countries late last year and earlier this year – shows that the majority of opinion leaders across ADB member countries also think ADB helps countries meet their development goals, particularly through its support for … “Survey Shows ADB Continues Positive Impact on Region’s Poor”
This article was originally published on GreenBiz.com, as part of our Proof Points blog series. 4 July 2013 – Given the lack of momentum on the global sustainability agenda in recent years, an atmosphere of mutual frustration between various levels of society is understandable. If nothing else, it inclines some to ask: Who do we turn to in order to drive the agenda forward? When our panel of sustainability experts at GlobeScan is asked whether we need more supply of or demand … “Should Supply or Demand Drive Sustainable Products?”
TORONTO, 28 JUNE 2013 – GlobeScan, a 25-year leader in global polling and stakeholder intelligence, is announcing another key step in its evolution into the first “evidence and ideas” company – focused on evidence-based advisory and stakeholder engagement services to leadership organizations. Along with its recent re-branding and enhancements to its service offerings, GlobeScan is today making a generational change in leadership with founder Doug Miller passing his CEO role to co-CEOs Chris Coulter and Christophe Guibeleguiet. Doug Miller, continuing … “Evolution at GlobeScan”
On June 13, 2013, the UN Global Compact officially launched the Canadian Local Network. GlobeScan, along with six founding signatory companies – Barrick Gold Corp, Scotiabank, Suncor Energy, Teck Resources Limited, TELUS, and Unilever Canada – helped to drive the initiative, which now has over 80 Canadian signatories from a wide range of sectors and industries. The UN Global Compact is inviting other leading organizations to join the Canadian Network in a unique opportunity for companies and organizations across Canada to: … “GlobeScan Helps Launch the UN Global Compact’s Canadian Local Network”
This article by Eric Whan originally appeared on GreenBiz.com, as part of our Proof Points blog series. 7 June 2013 – A protest against genetically modified (GM) foods took place in 250 cities around the world late last month. Two million people took part, according to organizers. In light of the March Against Monsanto, as the event was dubbed, and the undeniable pressure the global food system faces to meet the needs of a projected 9 billion people by 2050, it is timely to revisit … “What Companies are Missing in the Outcry Against GM Crops”
Report and Video Summary BT’s Better Future Forum is an online discussion that brings together the world’s leading thinkers to share and develop new strategies to help build a more sustainable future for everyone. On 2 July 2013, hundreds of sustainability experts from around the world joined GlobeScan and BT in a global online conversation to explore how the power of ‘net positive’ strategies can help businesses play their part in a shared better future. Participants were joined by senior executives … “BT’s Better Future Forum”
LONDON – 28 May 2013 – The public around the world remains strongly in favour of replacing GDP with a broader way of reporting national progress, according to a new global poll released today. The study, conducted by GlobeScan on behalf of Ethical Markets, business think tank Tomorrow’s Company and the ICAEW, surveyed 10,845 adults across 11 countries. It shows that more than two-thirds – 68 percent of citizens on average – in the countries surveyed favour replacing GDP with a … “Public Backing for Going Beyond GDP Remains Strong”
Download the Full Report (PDF) 22 May 2013 – Positive views of China and India have fallen sharply around the world over the last year, a new 25-country poll for BBC World Service indicates. The poll also finds that views of the UK have improved in the wake of its hosting of the 2012 Olympics, making the UK the third most positively rated country. Of the other fifteen countries rated, nine saw their ratings positive worsen this year while the UK … “Views of China and India Slide While UK’s Ratings Climb”