Deleted: 15% of the world is still defecating in open. What can we do to live in an open defecation free world? Can technology help?
Open Defecation: The potty problems posing a serious health risk Read Post »
Government, Health, Society, Strategy, Sustainability
In essence, sustainable development is a commitment to ensuring global human well-being, and economic progress, whilst protecting the planet. Imagine the world as a system of intricate, interlinked machineries that work in harmony with each other, and with nature. When an unequal pace of development happens, the harmony breaks, and the system is thrown into
Sustainable Development: Closing the gap in developing nations Read Post »
Government, Society, Sustainability
A holistic approach to sustainability includes economic, social, and environmental sustainability. This means, the sustainable development goals (SDGs) encompass all three sustainability views. Climate change and SDGs have complex relationships. They’re often indivisible or reinforcing relationships but sometimes they can be counteracting. What are these “SDGs”? The Sustainable Development Goals are a universal call to
Climate change and the “SDGs”: What are they and how do they help? Read Post »
Environment, Strategy, Sustainability
There are many benefits to ditching bottled water for reusable bottles with a portable water filter. From ecological to economical, here are five reasons why they are a must-have for your next trip.
Portable Water Filter Bottles: 5 reasons why they’re a must-have for your trip Read Post »
Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Canberra, the world’s most sustainable city It’s official, the most sustainable city in the world is Australia’s capital city, Canberra. Last May, the UK company, Uswitch, crowned the 2021 winner. Still, much of the credit is due to Canberra’s green transport and renewable energy supply. Importantly, the Uswitch award helps focus attention on strategy. As
Most Sustainable City: Canberra’s Example Read Post »
Sustainability
Did you know that Canada hosts 25% of the world’s remaining old-growth forests? This number is significantly more than any other country in the world. Yet, a report from the British Columbia government noted that 74% of these forests had been logged. These pieces of land are important for many reasons. The ability to slow
Old-Growth Forests of Canada: Old is gold in the battle to save Earth Read Post »
Environment, Sustainability
If we want to avoid climate disaster, we must take climate action. Anything less is a recipe for disaster. Rising global temperature will have a devastating impact on humans. Extremes in weather are already more obvious. Disasters take things from people that they hold dear. They lose physical things like cars, houses, and personal possessions.
Climate Action: How to Avoid Climate Disaster Read Post »
Environment, Society, Sustainability
62% of respondents in a global study want companies to behave in a more sustainable and eco-friendly way. And businesses that want to stay ahead of the curve will need to prove that they can walk-the-talk. This is where Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) comes in. It’s a must-have for businesses looking to make products more
Why Life Cycle Assessment Matters For Your Products Success Read Post »
Business, Environment, Strategy, Sustainability
Mangroves are critical to fighting the climate crisis. They are natural carbon trappers, helping to mitigate the effects of climate change. As such, these ecosystems are vital nature-based solutions for storing CO2. Mangrove forests are an integral part of the marine coastal ecosystem. These habitats have complex connections to seagrass beds, and coral reefs. Together,
Mangroves: The coastal guards as soaring carbon trappers Read Post »
Environment, Science, Sustainability
Permafrost melt poses several risks to the environment and our health. Potential emissions from thawing permafrost have raised the curiosity of the scientific community. While there is still much to learn, here are some chilling facts about melting permafrost and its threat to humanity. We also look at the ways we may help to limit
Permafrost Melt! The Chilling Facts about Losing Ice Read Post »
Environment, Science, Sustainability
