This Week in Sustainability: Shein, Ball Corp & Coca-Cola

Shein's Partnership with DHL for Sustainable Aviation Fuel

The intensifying pressure on fashion retailers to address environmental concerns has prompted Shein to integrate sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) into its air cargo operations as part of a broader strategy to reduce its carbon footprint.

The global ecommerce fashion platform's move responds to growing market pressures, where businesses failing to implement environmental initiatives face potential reputational damage and economic consequences. Through a collaboration with DHL, Shein is accessing the carrier's GoGreen Plus service to incorporate SAF into its logistics chain.

Ball Corp: Leading Sustainable Aluminium Packaging Globally

Ball Corp has delivered strong results in its 2025 annual report, shipping 111.9 billion units of aluminium packaging worldwide and achieving net sales of US$13.16bn. The sustainable aluminium packaging manufacturer, which produces solutions for beverage, personal care and household products, has also exceeded sustainability targets while expanding its global manufacturing footprint across North America, Europe and Asia.

The company's performance comes as it continues to invest in new facilities and renewable energy initiatives, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. Ball's 2025 results demonstrate growth across multiple markets, supported by strategic acquisitions and operational improvements at manufacturing sites worldwide.

How is Coca-Cola Advancing Water Stewardship in Tanzania?

The Coca-Cola system in Tanzania is working on restoring the Ruvu Basin which serves the country’s commercial capital Dar es Salaam.

This project includes an investment of US$1.94m to provide a lifeline for communities, farms and businesses across eastern Tanzania.

This forms part of the Coca-Cola system’s Africa Water Stewardship Initiative, bringing water security to the continent. 

Can Data Integrity Drive QNB Group's Sustainable Evolution?

Sustainability is no longer just a corporate mandate in the finance world - it is a challenge built on data.

In its Sustainability Report 2025, QNB Group demonstrates how fintech-enabled transparency, advanced Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) data assurance and green finance instruments could work in concert to accelerate the banking industry's transition toward net zero.

The report positions the bank at the forefront of ESG disclosure and sustainable innovation in the Middle East's financial sector, highlighting how financial institutions can leverage technology and rigorous data practices to drive meaningful environmental and social impact.

The report explores QNB's accelerated progress across three strategic pillars: sustainable finance, sustainable operations and beyond banking.

It also lays out the institution's intention of ensuring that financial flows align with inclusive growth and climate objectives, a framework that could prove instructive for other financial institutions navigating the complexities of sustainable transformation.

The 40+ Sustainable Systems Inside Amazon’s Delivery Station

Buildings and construction make up 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions, according to the Carbon Leadership Forum.

Amazon is working towards its goal to decarbonise its global operations through improvements in its network of fulfillment centres and delivery stations.

Its new delivery station, DII5, has been designed with more than 40 market-ready technologies to help it operate sustainably.