Global Sustainability : Forward Momentum!
News-Developments of Note
May 05, 2022
Source: ZME Science - Thirty years after becoming a pioneer in offshore wind farming, Denmark now wants to expand the repertoire of renewables again – this time with the world’s first “energy islands.” The plans have long been discussed in the country...
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May 05, 2022
Source: Reuters - The number of companies appointing chief sustainability officers (CSO) jumped threefold in 2021 year-on-year, a study by consultants PwC showed on Wednesday, although less than a third of all CSOs hold an executive position.
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May 04, 2022
Source: Nature - Cities have grown rapidly—while they provide opportunities for many, they must also confront pervasive and rising inequality, unsustainable consumption, and growing vulnerability to the impacts of climate change.
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May 04, 2022
Source: Wine Industry Advisor - Nearly half of American adult drinkers of beverage alcohol (48%) say they are “positively influenced” to buy brands that have demonstrable environmental or sustainability credentials, according to IWSR’s 2021 research.
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May 04, 2022
Source: Poultry World - The climate for farming insects is fantastic, supports net zero aims, will help provide a sustainable circular economy, and adds to the rich tapestry of UK farming.
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May 04, 2022
Source: Business Standard - India has the highest number of unicorns after the US and China. Let's examine if they are creating a sustainable business model, and if their valuations are on par with their fundamentals
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May 04, 2022
Source: United Nations CTAD - The fourth edition of the UN Oceans Forum, organized by an UNCTAD-led coalition from 6 to 8 April, called for sufficient and reliable long-term investment in a Blue Deal to conserve and sustainably use the ocean for sustainable...
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May 04, 2022
Source: Entrepreneur - Saying your business values people and the planet is one thing, while actually centering diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability is another. And doing it right could lead to higher profits, more innovation and happier...
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May 04, 2022
Source: WRAL TechWire - Farming is the biggest job on earth, and it’s getting bigger and more complex,” said Paul Rea, senior vice president, BASF Agricultural Solutions North America. “Farmers are working to reduce their impact on the planet with an...
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May 04, 2022
Source: Green Biz - Sustainability practices in clean energy may sound redundant at first. Aren't renewable energy technologies such as wind and solar inherently sustainable? If it's green, then it's green, right? But renewable energy project ESG...
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