ECOnGOOD, previously known as Economy for the Common Good, joined hundreds of organisations and individuals in a collective signature of an open letter advocating for Sustainable Resource Management legislation within the European Union (EU). The open letter, addressed to critical decision-makers within the EU, mirrors a mutual commitment from NGOs, academics, trade unions, industries, [...]
The Alternative Economic and Monetary Systems (AEMS) Summer University is an engaging, academically diverse event focused on sustainability, economy, and society. It's an exceptional fit for students and professionals across all disciplines, aiming for a sustainable and fairer future. This program, offered in English, is an answer to the current economic system that often [...]
The III Economy for The Common Good International Conference (ECGIC 2024) is a must-attend event for those passionate about creating a sustainable future. The conference, themed "Converging Future-Fit Economic Models: Advancing Just and Sustainable Regions," is set to take place from June 3-5 in the beautiful city of Leeuwarden, Fryslân, The Netherlands. It provides [...]
Delve into the realms of more sustainable, inclusive, resilient, and regenerative economies with the upcoming New Economies Diploma (PINE). This course is a must-attend for those wishing to explore and evolve business models with positive economic, social, and environmental impact, reshape local communities and preserve nature. Although with a special focus on the Latin [...]
The First International Prosumer Economy Conference (IPEC) 2024 is fast approaching and bringing with it an opportunity for professionals and thought leaders knowledgeable in ecologically and socially fair business models to come together, learn, and share insights. The prosumer economy represents a large-scale circular economic model that minimizes environmental and social harm. Set to [...]
February 28th, 2024, EU Member States sent a clear message: no change is needed in business conduct – despite the years-long debates and negotiations between the co-legislators and the stark defy the resounding support for the Directive from governments, trade unions, civil society, large, medium and small businesses, and individual citizens. EU diplomats met [...]
Guarromán will present the results of the first Common Good Index project developed in Spain. The municipality of Guarromán once again becomes a pioneer within the Economy of the Common Good model, with the presentation of the first Common Good Index in Spain and among the firsts in Europe. Next Friday, March 1st, at [...]
The Alliance for sustainable enterprises in Switzerland, a collaborative effort among 5 organisations, including the Economy for the Common Good National Association in Switzerland, have initiated the Alliance for sustainable enterprises in the country. With over 500 organizations already on board, the Manifesto for the recognition of Sustainable Enterprises has become a powerful statement [...]
Purpose Economy - Ownership and Responsibility. How do we bring them together? This question was dissected in a keynote speech and discussed by experts in politics, and representatives from established SMEs, start-ups and other organisations representatives. In February 2024, over 120 stakeholders from the Bavarian economical sector, politicians and press gathered in Munich to [...]
Economy for the Common Good launches ethical sustainability label to make performances comparable and link corporate reporting with effective policies Today, the Economy for the Common Good (ECG) has launched the new ECOnGOOD Label, a comprehensive, ethical sustainability standard that considers the social, ecological, and ethical impact of businesses, going beyond mere reporting. It [...]
