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GAMING THE SYSTEM HOW SOCIAL MEDIA TRANSFORMS THE PUBLIC SPHERE, UNDERMINES CLIMATE ACTION AND THREATENS DEMOCRACY

Green Market Oracle

This applies to the fossil fuel and other industries as well as political.parties and most notably, political leaders like Donald Trump. Rutherford, 2000, p 263). There are numerous examples of advertising campaigns that illustrate how public and private interests coalesce behind specific projects (Rutherford, 2000, p 262).

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In Their Own Words: The Dirty Dozen Documents of Big Oil’s Secret Climate Knowledge

DeSmogBlog

These revelations quickly spurred calls for Congress to investigate Exxon’s and other fossil fuel companies’ efforts to obstruct climate action. For years, academics, journalists, and activists have been unearthing documents proving that the fossil fuel industry knew about the dangers of climate change since the late 1950s.

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What Is Toxic Fast Fashion and How Does It Impact the Environment?

Green Business Bureau

This has been the common practice for years without consumers blinking an eye; however, trends are shifting and consumers are demanding more ethical goods. This consumption demand has driven fashion retailers to producing almost twice the amount of clothing than they did in 2000. . When the first H&M location was opened in the U.S.

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How to Be A Sustainable Fashion Brand: Trends and Ideas for Your Business

Green Business Bureau

This has been the common practice for years without consumers blinking an eye; however, trends are shifting and consumers are demanding more ethical goods. This consumption demand has driven fashion retailers to producing almost twice the amount of clothing than they did in 2000. . Avoid fabrics that are made from fossil fuels.

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LuminAID: Women Offering Relief With Solar Energy

Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

Then, when disaster struck Nepal in 2015, over 2000 lanterns were used by affected people. In fact, current models predict that renewable energy will gradually replace fossil fuels. Solar-powered lanterns and ethical business practices are just a couple of the many benefits that women can bring to the market.

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Green Realtor® Guide: Marketing Eco-Friendly Homes and Sustainability

Green Business Bureau

energy use is roughly the same as it was in 2000 despite a 30% boost in economic growth. Non-toxic, sustainable, and ethically-sourced building materials are equally important in minimizing environmental impact and health risks. According to the National Resource Defense Council , U.S. Green Building Materials.

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What Is Toxic Fast Fashion and How Does It Impact the Environment?

Green Business Bureau

This has been the common practice for years without consumers blinking an eye; however, trends are shifting and consumers are demanding more ethical goods. This consumption demand has driven fashion retailers to producing almost twice the amount of clothing than they did in 2000. . When the first H&M location was opened in the U.S.

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