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Is COVID-19 slowing progress toward the SDGs? Yes, say experts.

GreenBiz

As we move into a crucial decade of action on achieving serious progress on sustainability, many are hoping the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent economic recession will serve to reset our priorities toward a greener future in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Life Below Water (Goal No.

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Why nature is the next frontier for sustainable business

GreenBiz

Why nature is the next frontier for sustainable business. Nature — by which I mean the land, biodiversity, water and ocean we all depend on — is reaching a point of no return. For land use change targets, specifically deforestation and conversion, we signpost to the Accountability Framework Initiative. Erin Billman.

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How using space tech helps humanity move toward a sustainable future today

The Environmental Blog

Since the discussed use cases are centered around the optimized use of resources, resource availability for meeting daily needs, and ecological integrity, the presenters reviewed them within the sustainability context. The map supplemented the agreement on who, when, and how can use land and water resources.

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Farmers and local knowledge critical to stewardship of Earth’s life support systems, says UK-China study

Envirotec Magazine

It supports and sustains animal, and plant life by regulating the flow of water, greenhouse gases, nutrients and energy. This directly impacts the ecosystems that sustain human life, including the livelihoods of farmers and local communities.”

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The road to nowhere? World Road Congress highlights conflicting challenges and an uncertain route to the future

Envirotec Magazine

A cross-cutting theme of the Congress was the need to align road infrastructure management and development with efforts to address several complex and intersecting global development challenges. The Sustainable Development Goals Report published earlier this year, presented a candid assessment of progress.

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Pristine groundwater seeps support native algae on Hawai‘i’s coasts

Envirotec Magazine

Human disturbed watersheds, particularly those with urban development and conventional agriculture, show a common theme of problems. Their results point to the critical importance of sound land, water, and wastewater management policies and practices. noa School of Life Sciences, and Co-Director of the Marine Biology Graduate Program.

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How Specialized Hydraulic Systems Contribute to Environmental Sustainability

Hydrogen Fuel News

The spotlight on environmental sustainability has intensified in recent years, pushing industries to seek more eco-friendly solutions. This shift supports environmental goals and offers economic benefits, as lower energy usage translates to reduced operational costs. Hydraulic systems are no exception.