WFW Preview: ?? New Pistachio Milk, Vegan Leather Handbags, And Cruelty-Free Mini Soap Bars
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New plant-based milk, eco-friendly handbags, and vegan mini soap bars.
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Food News:
Edenesque , a BIPOC, LGBTQ, and woman-owned plant-based milk company founded by Leslie Woodward , has launched its Barista Blend Pistachio Milk, now available at Whole Foods locations in New York and Connecticut, Joe Coffee shops, and online. Made with pistachios, cashews, and sweetened with coconut nectar, the blend is designed for coffee and tea applications. The company uses nutrient-dense ingredients, minimal processing, and partners with local organizations through its Edenesque Food Insecurity Initiative to address food insecurity in New York.
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Fashion News:
Fashion designer Payal Singhal has teamed up with India’s accessory brand Lavie to launch a limited-edition collection of vegan leather handbags featuring her iconic prints. The collaboration blends Lavie’s expertise in high-quality craftsmanship with Singhal’s signature designs, offering a fusion of contemporary fashion and Indian cultural motifs. The handbags, made from premium vegan leather, reflect both luxury and sustainability, aligning with the values of eco-conscious consumers.?
Beauty News:
Little Soap Company - BCorp? , founded by Emma Heathcote-James , has partnered with WH Smith to launch its new Mini Bars and Bar Storage Tins in January 2025. The Mini Bars are a compact version of the brand’s best-selling, organic, vegan, and cruelty-free cleansing bars, made for travel and on-the-go use. The new bars are complemented by a reusable storage tin, making them an eco-friendly and sustainable option for consumers. The brand continues to set high standards in natural and planet-friendly cleansing, free from harmful ingredients like sulfates and parabens.
Technology News:
The US Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded over $136 million USD in grants to 66 projects aimed at reducing industrial carbon emissions, with several food and beverage sector initiatives selected. Notable grants include $2.4 million USD for Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc. , co-founded by Reshma Shetty , to create a sustainable alternative to bovine lactoferrin using precision fermentation. These projects are part of the DOE’s broader effort to decarbonize energy-intensive industries and improve sustainability across supply chains.
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1 个月Great to Edenesque on the list!