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EarthX 2025: Honoring Sustainable Brand Heroes

EarthX, a leading global environmental non-profit, is set to recognize ten exemplary brands during the upcoming Earthx2025 event, scheduled from April 21-25, 2025, at the Hilton Anatole Hotel in Dallas, TX. This recognition will take place during the opening session of the Circular Economy Conference, a pivotal part of the event that highlights innovative solutions for sustainability in various industries.

The ten brands being honored, known as Brand Heroes, have demonstrated remarkable commitment to sustainability and marketplace changes that promote a healthier planet. The selected heroes include major names such as Amazon, Crocs, General Mills, Henkel, Logitech, Mars, Procter & Gamble, REI, Sephora, and Walmart. These brands have been chosen based on their transformative sustainability initiatives aligned with EarthX's 10 marketplace goals aimed at creating a more sustainable future.

Among the goals, the recognition focuses on several critical areas:

• - Plastic Waste Solutions: Addressing ocean pollution while promoting a circular economy through financial incentives.
• - Sustainable Seafood: Committing to protect 30% of marine areas by sourcing fish from suppliers outside Marine Protected Areas.
• - Sustainable Forest Practices: Aiming for Net Zero Deforestation, these brands prioritize supply chains that protect vital ecosystems.
• - Sustainable Mining: Enhancing biodiversity with transparent mining practices.
• - Sustainable Farms and Ranches: Protecting water and soil health through sustainable sourcing.
• - Sustainable Cargo and Shipping: Emphasizing transparency and emissions reduction in shipping operations.
• - Sustainable Energy Choices: Committing to net-zero carbon by 2050 through diverse energy sourcing.
• - Circular Economy Solutions: Innovating in waste reduction through recycling and sustainable product design.
• - Price Signals for Sustainable Practices: Supporting policies that incentivize sustainability and reduce waste.
• - Support for Diversity, Justice, and Freedom: Promoting practices that enhance societal cohesion and equity.

KoAnn Vikoren Skrzyniarz, the Founder and Chief Catalyst of Sustainable Brands, expressed excitement about partnering with EarthX to celebrate these visionary brands. She stated, "Their innovative approaches and dedication to sustainability serve as a powerful example for others in the industry. By recognizing their achievements, we hope to inspire a ripple effect of positive change."

Bill Shireman, Co-Curator at EarthX, emphasized the broader goals of circularity, stating, "Circularity is more than just recycling; it's about transitioning from a take-make-waste economy to one that sustains and enriches our planet for future generations."

EarthX2025, recognized as one of the top sustainability events by Sustainability Magazine, provides an invaluable platform for networking and knowledge sharing among leaders from various sectors. Attendees can engage in discussions that drive progress toward innovative solutions for environmental challenges.

To learn more about the impactful work of the 10 Brand Heroes and to interact with leaders committed to sustainability, interested individuals are encouraged to attend Earthx2025. For conference details, including the schedule and speakers, visit www.earthx.org and register using the promo code LEADERSHIP10 for a 10% discount on ticket prices.

About EarthX: Founded to inform, inspire, and drive impact, EarthX is a global environmental non-profit dedicated to securing a sustainable future for the planet through interdisciplinary approaches and public advocacy initiatives.
About Sustainable Brands: This global community of brand innovators motivates businesses toward a better, sustainable future. Through their mission, they inspire and equip leaders to prosper while driving change. For more information, visit SustainableBrands.com.

Join us in celebrating these brand heroes and exploring the principles that will shape a sustainable future.