SDG17

Polluted shoreline with plastic and mixed waste in a tropical setting, illustrating wealthy cities exporting waste to the Global South

How Wealthy Cities Export Waste to the Global South: The Hidden Cost of Urbanisation

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The Dirty Secret of Urban Growth Wealthy cities, typically within developed countries, generate enormous amounts of trash compared to their less affluent counterparts. In fact, a World Bank analysis found that waste correlates strongly with income and urbanisation. They report that developed countries (the Global North) produce 34% of solid waste, while developing countries (the […]

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Human Rights, Society, Sustainability
Social Governance

Global Partnership Group BRICS and its Implications

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In recent years, more than 30 new countries have shown interest in joining the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) bloc to create BRICS+. This allows these nations to act in their respective economic and geopolitical interests. The global partnership group also has the purported capacity to assist and advocate for the Global South

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Government, Human Rights, Society, Sustainability

Habitual Conservation of Natural Resources

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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

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Environment, Science, Sustainability

Bridging Business and Nature in the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework

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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

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Business, Environment, Sustainability
People with cognition impairment

Justice in Digital Accessibility: Addressing Hotel Website Challenges for Cognitively Impaired Guests

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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

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Business, Government, Human Rights, Innovation, Media, Society
Hydropower's impact on waterways

Hydropower’s Impact on Waterways: A Sustainable Challenge

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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

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Energy, Environment, Sustainability, Technology
Sustainable homes, Earthships in Mexico

Earthships: A Sustainable Home for climate change

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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.

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Environment, Innovation, Strategy, Sustainability
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A Sustainable Construction Project: Is Neom It?

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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

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Human Rights, Innovation, Sustainability, Technology
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