All life is dependent on natural resources. Clean water, breathable air, stable soil, and food production are just some of the many ecosystem services provided by nature that are essential to the survival of life on Earth. The conservation of these natural resources must become ingrained into everyday thinking to preserve the planet for future […]
Habitual Conservation of Natural Resources Read Post »
Environment, Science, Sustainability
Biodiversity loss is one of the most pressing global issues of climate change we face, resulting primarily from human activities. From deforestation to habitat destruction, our actions are pushing many species to the brink of extinction. Companies worldwide often contribute to environmental degradation through their harmful business practices, yet they also have the power to
Bridging Business and Nature in the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework Read Post »
Business, Environment, Sustainability
Dr Richard Denton, Shubhi Goel, & Alyn Ware created inspirational presentations for the December 2024 Thrivability Matters Webinar. Here are the highlights!
Introduction Digital accessibility for cognitively impaired guests in hospitality is crucial for providing equal access to hotel services for all, for example, those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and dyslexia. Booking websites can be challenging for those with these conditions as the complex navigation and information overload can hinder their ability to book or
Introduction Hydropower is a key renewable energy source, providing reliable electricity with low carbon emissions. However, hydropower’s impact on waterways is significant, altering natural river systems, and affecting ecosystems, sediment flow, and water quality. Balancing the benefits of clean energy with the need to protect vital waterways is crucial. By adopting a thrivable approach, we
Hydropower’s Impact on Waterways: A Sustainable Challenge Read Post »
Energy, Environment, Sustainability, Technology
If you had a chance to build a house totally on your own, without any traditional construction plan, would you do it and build a sustainable home? Fighting climate change is not easy and attempts to engineer a safe self-sufficient habitat is not new. One is reminded of the lessons from the Biosphere II endeavour.
Earthships: A Sustainable Home for climate change Read Post »
Environment, Innovation, Strategy, Sustainability
What is human exploitation? “People were created to be loved. Things were created to be used. The reason why the world is in chaos is because things are being loved and people are being used.” Dalai Lama XIV In today’s society, using other people as if they were things has become normalised. Exploitation occurs when
Human Exploitation: Trafficking Read Post »
Government, Health, Human Rights, Sustainability
An Arabic nation in the middle of the desert ventured to build a sustainable construction project called Neom, capturing the world’s attention. NEOM is Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman‘s dream project. He wants to transform his country towards sustainability. The crown prince constructed his project in the Tabuk province of Saudi Arabia, bordering the Red
A Sustainable Construction Project: Is Neom It? Read Post »
Human Rights, Innovation, Sustainability, Technology
We’ve all heard of the proverbial “win-win”. The win-win is where both or all parties involved in a negotiation come out with things they want. However, this win-win only takes into account the needs and wants of the humans involved in the arrangement. It is often at the expense of the natural environment and possibly
Positive Partnerships To Achieve Sustainability Read Post »
Business, Environment, Government, Society, Strategy, Sustainability
In a world where progress and prosperity are often celebrated, the dark underbelly of human rights abuse remains a stark reality that we cannot afford to ignore. Unfortunately, to this day, we see examples of human rights abuse occurring all around the globe. These violations encompass any type of abuse that may harm someone’s human
The Truth About The Abuse of Human Rights in Xinjiang Read Post »
Government, Society, Sustainability
