Day: October 28, 2020
The EU’s sustainability illusion
The European Union and its member states were a major driving force behind the negotiations at the United Nations that led to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the 2030 Agenda to achieve them. Five years later, the EU’s leadership is needed more than ever before to drive the transition towards a sustainable future and to lead by example. The EU has the power to pass transformative laws and commands the resources needed to drive the transition.
Sustainability | Free Full-Text | Woody Plant Encroachment and the Sustainability of Priority Conservation Areas
Woody encroachment is a global driver of grassland loss and management to counteract encroachment represents one of the most expensive conservation practices implemented in grasslands. Yet, outcomes of these practices are often unknown at large scales and this constrains practitioner’s…
Sustainability | Special Issue : Archaeology of Sustainability and Sustainable Archaeology
In the context of archaeological research and practice, the subject of Sustainability has a two-fold implication. From one side, the archaeological record provides evidence of sustainable practices carried out by ancient communities in different ecological niches around the globe. Adaptations to climatic and environmental variations, strategies for the exploitation and management of natural resources (soil, wood, water, etc.), changes in land use…
Sustained Kitchen is creating vegetarian recipes and writing on intersectional sustainability
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HVS Report – Mixed-use Development – The Most Sustainable Model for Hotels Going Forward – Mandeep S Lamba, Akash Datta and Dipti Mohan
Article – HVS Report – Mixed-use Development – The Most Sustainable Model for Hotels Going Forward – Mandeep S Lamba, Akash Datta and Dipti Mohan – Mixed-use developments are going to be the most sustainable model for hotels going forward as they leverage the best of each asset class, while…
Coca-Cola India Releases Sustainability Update Video 2019-2020
In line with the Company’s principle of ‘building sustainable communities as foundations for sustainable businesses’, the sustainability video showcases Coca-Cola’s commitment towards its purpose to ‘Refresh the world and make a difference’, and is testimony to the positive impact that the Company…
First USA Women in Sustainability Online Event
Sharing their formidable experiences and thought leadership will be Paula Luu, Director of the Center for the Circular Economy and Anna Bahr Thompson, author of ‘Do Good’, and A Trust Across America 2018 Top Thought Leader in Trust and a top ten 2020 Superbrands Branding Leader, But this is not your ‘usual’ webinar. This is not a sales pitch, nor is it a sales pitch dressed up as a learning event.
Plenary 3: Circular Economy —
The Sustainable Development Goals call upon us to develop an equitable society within the natural boundaries of our planet. Circular economy provides the most encompassing approach to ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns (SDG 12). At the same time, it is indispensable in building resilient infrastructures, promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization and fostering innovation (SDG 9). Circular economy is a crucial contributor to sustainable development and the achievement of the climate goals.
Burberry helps IBM interns develop tech for sustainable shopping
The prototype uses data that allows consumers to trace a garment’s production journey and lifecycle…
Lummus forms new company focused on sustainability
New company will offer solutions to convert plastic waste to value-added products, production of chemicals and fuels from biomass, and decarbonization of existing and future assets.
Renewable raw materials make food packaging more sustainable
Responsibly sourced plant-based materials can reduce a food package’s carbon footprint and protect biodiversity. Renewables are the future of food packaging.
Five college students may transform sustainability in food production
Hortidaily.com is an online meeting place for the international horticulture industry.The website is updated daily with interesting news from around the globe which can help growers manage their horticultural enterprise…
Upskilling your staff and building a sustainable team | FSB, The Federation of Small Businesses
This webinar is for businesses based in England who are looking to hire young people; upskill their staff; merge roles or create new positions post-lockdown. Event details Host – Anthony Impey MBE, Chair, DCMS Policy Unit for Skills and Apprenticeships.
Sweden builds self-supporting sustainable apartment complex
In Sweden, a housing corporation will soon finish 44 self-supporting apartments. Residents will we totally independent of the network for water, electricity, and heat.“We will show the world that all available ecologic methods can manage it all.” “We’ve searched […]…
Construction Resources For a Circular Economy by Zero Waste Scotland | Circular Tayside
Zero Waste Scotland has published a new document that covers some excellent resources for circular construction. Relevant to all construction project stakeholders, organisations and workforces and all project types and all build phases and end of life: RIBA 0 to 7. It covers national strategy, delivery mechanisms, case studies, implementation tools, training resources and many more! Check it out here!