Amongst the vast array of global challenges, corruption emerges as a pervasive and insidious force. Corruption not only undermines the pillars of justice and equality but also takes a toll on our planet’s well-being. I’m sure it is no surprise for most to learn that there are a number of detrimental impacts arising from corruption. […]
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Business, Environment, Government, Sustainability
What does a well-built house need to withstand the weather? It needs a sturdy frame. In fact, with a sturdy frame, a house can take the impacts of extreme weather, protecting the inhabitants within. Similarly, strong institutions provide safety and security for the inhabitants of the Earth, protecting them from uncertainties and providing them with
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Government, Human Rights, Society, Strategy
Global awareness of climate change has been continually increasing since the start of the 21st century. Conventional energy sources (e.g., fossil fuels) emit significant amounts of GHGs, primarily Carbon Dioxide. Nuclear energy, specifically nuclear fusion, is a clean, low-carbon energy source that could offer a solution to our future energy needs. Although we have yet
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Energy, Environment, Science, Sustainability
The population of humanity is escalating at exponential rates. All these people, you and I included, need nutritious food to maintain our mental, physical, and emotional health and well-being. At the beginning of 2022 828 million people were starving. Indeed, one would think there isn’t enough food, but there is. However, challenges arise in making
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Environment, Lifestyle, Science, Technology
What does the UK’s net zero plan entail? The UK’s Net-Zero Plan aims to reduce harmful emissions and decarbonise all sectors of the UK economy to achieve net zero by 2050. The policies and proposals outlined in the Strategy include: Ending the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2030. Grants to
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Environment, Government, Strategy
Materiality assessment is a key component of sustainability reports. A study found that more than 60% of the logistics companies have presented a materiality assessment in their sustainability reports. Companies conduct materiality assessments to identify their material topics. Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has introduced a standard (GRI 3) to assist companies in identifying martial topics.
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Environment, Innovation, Strategy, Sustainability
The year 2020 marks a milestone in humanity’s learning process. The impact on the planet has been so great that scientists around the world are now calling for our period in the Earth’s history of just 200,000 years to be named ‘The Anthropocene Epoch,’ (the age of humans). We look at the facts behind the
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Environment, Science, Society
A comprehensive climate risk management strategy is essential. The effects of human action-driven climate change are eroding the progress made towards achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Extreme weather events like cyclones, floods and heatwaves are rapidly increasing in rate and severity. At the same time, there are slow-onset events. Defining climate risk management
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Environment, Science, Sustainability
Recently we completed a research paper that takes a look at seafood companies. It looks at the way they operate in relation to their impact on sustainability. It’s called “Seafood Stewardship Index: Evaluating the Strategies and Sustainability Performance of Keystone Actors in the Seafood Industry.” The findings were quite informative. Seafood Stewardship Index: The Context
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Environment, Science, Sustainability, THRIVE News
Climate change is an issue that is intricate and pressing. The consequences affect the environment, public health, the global economy, and social equity. This highlights another issue: the importance of privilege in mitigating climate change effects. Without addressing these disparities and acting on them, climate mitigation efforts will be less effective and equitable. Therefore, acknowledging
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Environment, Lifestyle, Society
