Lives around the globe that were already impacted by the worsening of climate climate change have been further transformed by COVID-19. But what consequences does the pandemic have on climate-related equity and policy planning? Local experts tackled pressing questions regarding this question at a webinar Friday hosted by the Boston University Institute for Sustainable Energy.

Yury Sentyurin, secretary general of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) participated in the G20 Energy Ministerial Meeting and reaffirmed its commitment to greater international cooperation in ensuring the resilience of energy systems and affordable and secure energy for all.

The Research Centre on Interactive media, Smart systems and Emerging technologies – RISE Ltd (www.rise.org.cy), with the support of the Municipality of Nicosia and Disy, a software and consulting company located in Karlsruhe, Germany, organized the 34th edition EnviroInfo2020. EnviroInfo is the long standing and established international and interdisciplinary conference series on leading environmental information and communication technologies. 

How taxing is it to work across disciplines, and why is this so critical in the area of sustainability research? What are the obstacles to bringing great ideas from the laboratory to commercial use? Join us as McGill’s Audrey Moores and Brian Robinson tackle these questions and more in the third instalment of our four-part webcast series on sustainability.

The EU’s Circular Economy Package is a landmark in creating a more resource-efficient economy. It paves the way to capitalising on Europe’s urban mine, where valuable metals can be recycled from cars, buildings, packaging, e-waste and other applications. €4.3bn Base metals scrap leaves Europe annually 2/3 EU e-waste is not recycled properly.

Spanish brand Vondom’s sustainable Ibiza outdoor collection was designed by Eugeni Quitllet, inspired by his childhood summers.

Jill Biden attended the first 2020 presidential debate in Valentino heels and a green dress from Gabriela Hearst with a sustainable twist.

We must prioritize taking care of our planet earth and our bodies.Growing up under the roof of my parents, who were very committed to sustainability and self-sufficiency, I think I’ve been significantly influenced by that same need to continue spreading the message that we need to take better care…

There is a development race on amongst global corporations to promote urbanization as a way to reap trillions for themselves.

Dubai’s Clean Energy Strategy 2050 combines technical innovation with a political vision to make the emirate a pioneer in building a sustainable green economy, says Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, head of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA).

In a talk about how we can build a robust future without wrecking the planet, sustainability expert Johan Rockström debuts the Earth3 model — a new methodology that combines the UN Sustainable Development Goals with the nine planetary boundaries, beyond which earth’s vital systems could become…

In our second article about smarter and greener infrastructure we explore how sustainable cities can dramatically reduce GHG emissions, simultaneously enhance citizen wellbeing and ultimately attract corporate investment.

Eventbrite – Aberdeen Climate Action presents Sustainable Fashion – Tuesday, 6 October 2020 – Find event and ticket information.

Allbirds has closed its Series E funding round, which netted the New Zealand-American company $100 million and brought its valuation to $1.7 billion.

At the start of the decade, many global leaders lauded impact investing as a panacea to the $2.5 trillion funding gap the world needed to meet the SDGs. Now, in the midst of a global pandemic, does it hold the same promise? We spoke to Amit Bouri, CEO and Co-Founder of the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN) about the power and potential of impact investing throughout and beyond the crisis.

Download our white paper to understand how microgrids are an effective resource for alternative energy to power colocation and enterprise data centers.

Arable farmer Martin Lines has a specific interest in farm conservation and management and is UK chairman of the Nature Friendly Farmer Network. Hannah Park reports.

Eventbrite – SMARTNet Alliance presents Green Drinks October – How to Heat and Cool Your Home More Sustainably – Thursday, 8 October 2020 – Find event and registration information.

EOG Resources, Inc. (EOG) today published its 2019 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s innovative leadership in sustainability and demonstrating its commitment to environmental stewardship, social engagement and corporate governance. The report can be found at www.eogresources.com/sustainability.

The UN believes 14 of its 17 Sustainable Development Goals can be solved or advanced through virtual work. Living and working in a sustainable way is more than just good business. It can impact everything from socioeconomics to diversity to climate issues. 

Joining the Food Justice Champions – our dedicated community of monthly supporters – is the easiest, most effective way for you to make sure healthy, local food is always available for everyone in Central Texas. Your monthly investment builds a more just food system for Central Texas.

Discover Microsoft’s commitment to environmental sustainability. Our environmental stewardship seeks to accelerate global progress towards a sustainable future.

The Town of Bridgewater wants to know what kind of renewable energy excites you! We are doing a study to determine what kind of renewable energy such as solar, wind, hydro, or bioenergy would make the lowest cost and most reliable energy for Bridgewater. There will be several opportunities over the next several months to tell us what kind of clean energy future you want for Bridgewater. To learn more about the different kinds renewable energy our community can choose, tune into the Town of Bridgewater’s Facebook page tonight (Tuesday, September 29) at 6:30pm.

The Great Ethical Dilemma Competition: Developing ethics and responsible business practices To foster responsible and ethical decision-making skills, all first-year Lang business students participate in the Great Ethical Dilemma Case Competition. The applied learning exercise sees students provide tangible solutions to an ethical challenge facing a real organization.

Google Cloud and Unilever today announced that they will advance sustainable business practices together using technology to expand the use of data for eco-friendly decision making. As an initial step in this partnership, the two companies are collaborating on the first commercial application of Google Cloud and Google Earth Engine for sustainable commodity sourcing.

Snowmelt due to global warming revealed mummified Adélie penguins that laid under ice in Antarctica for more than 5,000 years, along with hundreds of ancient bones and feathers.

Eventbrite – EcoRise presents EcoRise: Sustainability in Outdoor Learning – Thursday, October 8, 2020 – Find event and ticket information.

Thyssenkrupp Elevator Americas offers products that last, service you can count on and people you trust. It’s a level of confidence you feel every time you work with us.

NORC is pleased to announce we are hosting, Graduate Schools Respond to COVID-19: Promising Pathways to Innovation and Sustainability in STEM Education, a virtual convening funded by the National Science Foundation.

Local CO2-neutral powertrain systems will determine the future of the commercial vehicle industry. Gesa Reimelt and her team are driving this transformation in the R&D department of Daimler Trucks & Buses. A conversation about major challenges, customer needs and diversity in the truck business.

Discover how Nespresso creates long-term positive impact for farmers, society and the environment with key insights from partners and stakeholders.

Global travel programs are complex. A global business travel platform can help manage travel programs and provide localized policies across multiple regions.

Technavio has been monitoring the men’s coats, jackets, and suits market and it is poised to grow by USD 20.34 billion during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of over 5% during the forecast period….

With minimalistic pieces and a touch of femininity, you can mix and match BIDA founder Bianca Dabney’s elegant wear to work or brunch with the girls.

As the world rebuild from the Covid-19 pandemic, we have a unique opportunity to create a fairer, more resilient, low carbon society, writes BT’s chief digital impact & sustainability officer, Andy Wales…

12 insulated A930 x 32m Flospans are en route for Karachi, thence to six sites around Afghanistan. Also one “baby” Flospan for Kabul airport.

The Rural Schools Collaborative is a new multi-state organization that recognizes the value of local schools and small communities.We believe innovative……

Award winning documentary about real solutions to the sustainable food crisis – the story of ordinary people struggling to implement positive change.

Bylaws banning single-use plastics in Richmond, Victoria, Saanich, Tofino and Ucluelet will soon have provincial approval, B.C.’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy announced Saturday.

Recent advancements in technology have made it easy to manufacture cheap devices that have tremendously benefited our society. However, the explosive growth of the electronics industry has also escalated the issue of e-waste.

Our report Impacts and Insights 2019 covers the development of supply chain responsibility among brand owners with IT products certified according to TCO Certified. Learn about the findings in this webinar.

Musing on menswear at the beginning of the 20th century, the polemical architect and theorist Adolf Loos decided that to be well dressed meant to be ‘correctly dressed’. ‘Correctly dressed! It is as if with these words I have revealed a secret that up till now has cloaked our perception of fashion … It is all about being dressed in an inconspicuous manner,’ he wrote.

The people of Bignayan Village, Mindoro, relied on tourism for their livelihood. With the COVID-19 lockdown, tourism stopped – No tourists – No Jobs – No Money – No food.  Many families are struggling to provide at least one meal a day. There is no money for phone calls, internet, electricity…

The Real Circularity Coalition is a global network of NGOs, campaigners, academics, politicians and business leaders going all out to create a better future.

Check out Sustainify- the one-stop-shop for everybody who loves the planet!An amazon of sustainable products from bamboo toothbrush to composters to organic se…

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Listen to this episode from The Rich Roll Podcast on Spotify. “You’d be amazed by what you can learn from the people in your immediate environment if you just slow down and pay attention.”Rich RollWelcome to another edition of Roll On—my bi-monthly deep dive into (semi) current events, topics of…

Vote 1 Sustainable Australia Party | #STOPoverdevelopment #STOPcorruption | #BetterNotBigger…

Implementing renewable energy strategies in city environments is rapidly becoming energetically imperative. Making the transition involves not only switching the energy source, but making sure it is cost-effective, sustainable and beneficial for development.

Did You Know? Furman has eight LEED certified buildings including Hipp Hall, the first LEED certified building in South Carolina, and The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities, a former Southern Living Green Design Showcase home. The Physical Activities Center (PAC) is home to a large solar thermal system that generates hot water for the building. The roof also holds a 95 kW solar photovoltaic array that provides electricity to the building, and the elliptical machines are equipped with ReRev technology, which generates electricity from the energy of students, faculty, and staff working out!

IFS gives you end-to-end visibility of your supply chain, so you can deliver on consumer demands for transparency, sustainability and authenticity.

Green separation science involves extraction, pre-concentration and chromatographic analysis aiming at minimizing environmental impact by reducing energy a…

As sustainable building grows, trends are starting to emerge. Our top 10 sustainable trends include living walls, recycled materials, and more.

Vietnam is one the fastest growing cement producers in the world, thanks to robust domestic demand and its position as one the world’s top cement exporters. This success has brought challenges, however, and the industry is now pushing to reduce its environmental impact, as well as optimising…

Home Sustainable Seafood Week Sustainable Seafood Suppers Ever wanted to cook with Michelin star winning TV chefs and foodie influencers? Now is your chance! This week is one of celebration – of the seafood we all love, and how to enjoy it, while at the same time making sure there is plenty of fish in the sea today, tomorrow, and forever. We are bringing together an inspiring group of well-known British chefs and influencers to show you how simple cooking up sustainable seafood is.

We work hard here at Mountain Rose Herbs to be an example of a business that puts people, plants, and planet before profit. You’ve heard of “the bottom line,” which in business parlance means thinking about profitability. But in our changing world, business leaders are considering whether there is a better, more sustainable model than a purely profit driven one. The “triple bottom line” model brings social and environmental impact into play. It insists on corporate responsibility and sustainable development, it prioritizes people, plants, and planet.

The Eaglecrest Residents’ Association will present their ‘Eagle Talks’ virtually, focusing on food safety and sustainability on Vancouver Island.  The virtual event via Zoom is slated to take place on Sept. 29 and will feature Janet Thony, president of the Coombs Farmers Institute.  The association is inviting interested Parksville Qualicum Beach residents to register to attend the talk, which will address issues critical to the community during any time of emergency.

“With our successes today and the solutions we will continue to develop for the future, we are creating a legacy toward not only a better company but also a better world.”
– Chris Drees, President Mercury Marine

Exclusivity and excellent game viewing in Uganda travel and other East African regions with other safari activities like gorilla trekking, boat trips, community tours, Eco tours, Uganda green travel, wildlife safaris, community visits, nature walks and so much more.

The move came after the B.C. Court of Appeal struck down the City of Victoria’s plastic bag ban in 2019, saying the municipality needed the province’s go-ahead to enact it.

At the heart of the ABB Formula E Championship is the message towards a more sustainable future and the adoption of electric mobility – test yourself on Formula E and our contribution towards sustainability.

The great barrier reef is the largest living structure in the world. Find out how it is affected by climate change in this recent report by our environmental…

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, and other experts have expressed optimism in the rapid development of Iruland.  According to them, cities can solve many urban-related challenges, if they drive innovations and investments that address sustainable growth, urban development and prosperity.

PepsiCo and the US Agency for International Development (USAID) have entered a US$20 million partnership to support women in agriculture and help build a more sustainable food system.  The five-year partnership’s goal is to drive inclusivity across the food and beverage industry for a gender-inclusive supply chain with increased productivity.

Now that you’ve zeroed-out a big chunk of your carbon footprint by making Clean Power Alliance (CPA) your Community Choice energy provider, what’s next? Find out on Thursday, September 24, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., at the Sustainable Energy Incubator workshop, brought to you via Zoom by CPA and the Local Government Commission (LGC)

Long Island villages, towns, cities and counties and other organizations are invited to showcase their commitment to clean and sustainable transportation options by hosting and/or participating in the various events being held across Long Island.  Long Island Mobility Week is the perfect opportunity to test out new forms of clean and shared mobility, take stock of current transportation challenges and help our environment by making progress toward more sustainable transportation for all of Long Island.

The abatement of nutrient compounds from aqueous waste and wastewater is currently a priority issue. Indeed, the uncontrolled discharge of high levels of nutrients into water bodies causes serious deteriorations of environmental quality.

Cooperation is part of our DNA, and broad cooperation is now more important than ever. We need to be able to adapt to rapidly evolving realities and the many advances in technology. At the IEC, we are privileged to be able to leverage the unique know-how, insight and knowledge of thousands of experts representing almost every country and industry in the world.

Big data, Analytics and Artificial Intelligence are great tools with capabilities to accomplish complex tasks at levels beyond human skills. The trio are becoming more and more prominent these days as they could be utilized to collect, organize and analyze, large varied data sets in order to reveal patterns and trends that can help address several problems peculiar to sustainable development. Nevertheless, a number of challenges arise in the process of exploring these technologies for proffering solutions. This special issue presents novel research approaches adopted in Africa in relation to Big Data, Analytics and Artificial Intelligence in different domains. It also presents the challenges and issues that could be explored in the future.

The Fancourt team is committed to sustainable hospitality and tourism. With every guest’s stay, visit, or round of golf, we’re able to contribute directly to communities and projects on the Garden Route, including:  Youth initiatives, education and skills development, Early learning, Green initiatives aimed at protecting the environment, Local art and artisan projects, Family support, feeding schemes and social welfare programmes

A recent World Economic Forum report found that as much as 95 percent of global product value is lost each year due to unrecovered chemical assets. Meanwhile, the majority of consumers are clamoring for more eco-friendly products. These combined factors are driving a new circular economy focused on reused and recycled materials. But what challenges do chemical companies face in this emerging economy?

Climate change is here to stay. But the great news is: we get to decide how we act now. Since COVID-19 hit around the world, we have not only seen a great deal of uncertainty and suffering—we have also seen what is possible.

SANDAKAN, Sept 13 — The Plantation Industries and Commodities Ministry through the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) and Malaysian Palm Oil Certification Council (MPOCC) is vigorously undertaking its ‘Jom MSPO’ programme to promote sustainability certification among smallholders.

In modern history, the linear economy has been prevalent, with the input of raw materials for processing and use, followed by waste at the other end. As waste has piled up and as carbon emissions have instigated climate dangers, there is an…

As world leaders are scheduled to meet virtually for the UN General Assembly in a week’s time, Pact and the University of Delaware are publishing Mapping Artisanal and Small-scale Mining to the Sustainable Development Goals (in short: ASM-SDG Policy Assessment) today. This is a first-of-its-kind report assessing all positive and negative interlinkages between artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) and each of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their respective targets.

What we eat, or wear, or even the way we travel, everything has an impact on the world we live in. While it is not always easy to make informed decisions, a growing number of apps are at hand to help us lead more sustainable lives. We bring you the top few.

The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and Etihad Energy Services Company (Etihad ESCO) conducted an online webinar on energy sustainability in Dubai. The webinar also discussed Dubai’s vision to drive economic growth through reliable, clean, efficient and secure energy supply and usage. 

Finding sustainable and ethical underwear is a struggle, to be honest it’s taken me 3 years to finally take the plunge so I figured I’d just test out A BUNCH of brands to not only help myself, but also to help you if you’ve be in the same boat!

Much of the state of California has been on fire for days as wildfires ravage the area destroying homes, land, and lives.Wildfires aren’t uncommon in the…

The EU’s Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) that subsidizes European farmers is notable because of the harm it causes to producers in the developing world.  Now, Eastern European farmers, who do not receive high subsidies as their Western European counterparts, are lobbying for reform to make arrangements “more equitable”. This article highlights the many failings of the CAP, and advocates for changing the system. However, this seems improbable at the present.

SAP and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation have collaborated with London Design Festival to give unique insights into the global circular economy. Industry leaders from some of the world’s largest brands will join with independent designers, experts and activists who have made the Circular Economy central to their work. This session will focus on introducing the Circular Economy and the critical role of design in shaping a circular future. Tickets are free, however please register here to secure your space.  Moderator: Greg Williams, Editor, WIRED Andrew Morlet, CEO, Ellen MacArthur Foundation Daniel Schmid, Chief Sustainability Officer, SAP Lena Pripp Kovak, Chief Sustainability Officer, IKEA Tim Brown, Executive Chairman, IDEO Supported by SAP

How to unlock the billions in this new investment stream for the bioeconomy projects you care about was the name of the game on DigestConnect this past Thursday. Cindy Thyfault, CEO of Global Biofuture Solutions and Gerard Ostheimer, Senior Advisor at Below50, shared this illuminating presentation what can be done about the least tapped into type of financing, ESG sustainable finance, and how you can benefit whether your organization needs project finance, early-stage investment, or is dependent on partners and customers who will need those.

The work of the Student Senate is designed to represent and benefit the student body. One way senators do this is by investing in areas suited to their strengths and interests. Below, we describe ongoing Senate committees that seek to directly help students on a day-to-day level — from making a…

The mountains of Ladakh stretch as far as the eye can see.  But hiding in plain sight, along its rugged, rocky edges, is a snow leopard…

Three letters with (what seems like) a million meanings. ESG is an acronym for Environment, Social, and Governance, – These three categories are commonly looked upon to indicate a company’s sustainability.  Now, let us *stop here* for a moment, and define ‘sustainability’ – We have a tendency to correlate the word ‘sustainable’ with all things green, but when we talk about the sustainability of a company, we are referring to much more than that. In order for a company to sustain in competitive markets, it must be managed responsibility, it must be able to withstand volatile times, and it must be able to retain its employees. Sustainability goes hand in hand with longevity, trust, and reliability.

Podcast copyright: Singapore Management University.   Assistant Professor of Humanities Aidan Wong from SMU’s School of Social Sciences has researched on the areas of development and sustainability, in particular on electronic waste, informal labour and economic development. In recent years, he has published a paper on ‘Waste’, Value and Informal Labour: The Regional E-Waste Recycling Production Network in Malaysia and Singapore” and is seeking to update it. In this podcast, Assistant Professor Wong discusses the value of electronic waste recycling and sustainability in Singapore.

This June a statue that had stood in Bristol, U.K., for 125 years was thrown into Bristol Harbour because the philanthropist it depicted had made his fortune by trading slaves. Among the many debates raised by this is one with relevance for conservation: What’s more important, what you do with money, or where it comes from?

When we examine the UN sustainable development goals there are multiple interconnected goals that address global challenges relating to poverty, inequality, climate change, peace and justice as well as the one we immediately think of – environmental degradation. Recently my colleague José Esteban Lauzan blogged about the economic concept of externalities.

Spruce Street Harbor Park │Delaware River Waterfront…  Take a stroll, enjoy a bite, the views, and relax. The health and safety of our guests and staff is our top priority and our safety enhancements will help maintain a relaxing, clean, and fun environment for everyone.

ID Collective has been appointed to launch De Bortoli’s new sustainable wine range, 17 Trees.  iD Collective continues to expand its growing portfolio of sustainability-focused accounts, welcoming De Bortoli Wines to its stable of food & wine clients.Grounded…

Global Tech Summit 2020- Sustainable business through agile data and transformative technologies.

The beneficial advantages of plant-based diets towards human beings have been well addressed over the last few decades. More and more people are now enjoying plant-based diets for their physical health, psychological health, animal rights, environment protection, etc.

Sustainable Communities Initiative The Sustainable Communities Initiative (SCI) is about how we collectively develop place, space, culture, institutions and businesses in ways that sustain our communities socially, culturally, ecologically and economically. Our aim is to help stabilize rents, provide affordable “green” housing, create quality living wage jobs, and lay a foundation for the sustainable transformation of Jackson’s economy through cooperative enterprise and solidarity economics.

17 Goals for People, for Planet – The Sustainable Development Goals are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and improve the lives and prospects of everyone, everywhere.The 17 Goals were adopted by all UN Member States in 2015, as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development which…

The government will study and redefine the context of socio-economic and environmental sustainability in its post COVID-19 economic recovery framework. Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz said the study would encompass aspects of legislation, policies, education and…

‘I’ve been smoking weed for 18 years, but only eating lettuce for five’: Can one man’s cannabis habit change the future of sustainable…

Three College Students Explore T-shirt Sustainability in Behind-the-Scenes “Crop to Campus” Documentary That Shows Step-by-Step Process in the Apparel Supply Chain…

The German National Tourism Board (GNTB) has launched a social media campaign “Feel Good” that brings sustainable tourism offers across the country in focus…

The Agricultural Transformation Programme (ATP) was announced in Programme for Government 2019-2020 to promote changes in the Scottish Agricultural sector to meet challenging Climate Change targets.  The Sustainable Agriculture Capital Grant Scheme (SACGS) provides grant funding for farmers and crofters to purchase specific items of agricultural equipment.  This is a pilot grant scheme. The scheme opens for applications on Monday 7th of September 2020 and closes to applications midnight Sunday 11th of October 2020.