Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The experience of space and place refers to spatial features and characteristics of the natural environment that have advanced human health and wellbeing. Studies have proven that biophilic design can improve mental and physical health, environmental conditions and may be economical. Biophilic Design and Biophilic Urbanism.

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GreenBiz

JULY 23, 2021

Yet as a consumer, I’ve found it too daunting to evaluate whether the seafood at my restaurants or supermarkets are truly sustainable and ethical. . The plants boost ocean health, have the potential to sequester incredible amounts of carbon and provide low barriers to entry for new ocean farmers. . Food & Agriculture.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 20, 2022

At the same time, the team also shows that Daphnia strains that are naturally adapted to chemical pollution can be used as ‘removal agents’ to remove chemicals from water via bioaccumulation, thus improving environmental health protection in a sustainable way. Daphnia is a tiny crustacean the size of a grain of rice and are often-overlooked.

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AGreenLiving

JUNE 6, 2020

Why the private sector needs to invest in conservation agriculture right now William Ginn Sat, 06/06/2020 – 02:00 This is an excerpt from ” Valuing Nature ” by William J. For example, PETA considers docking tails of sheep to be inhumane, yet it is long-standing practice that arguably improves the health of animals.

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Green Business Bureau

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

A green procurement or green purchasing policy (GPP) is put in place to guide businesses when acquiring materials, supplies and services and selecting such products based on their impact on the environment and human health. Improved Employee Health and Safety. Look for fair trade labels and other ethical certifications.

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Low Impact

MARCH 10, 2021

Why farmers’ markets are good for shopping ethically. By contrast, farmers’ markets have greater transparency and a much shorter chain between food production and consumer, making them a more ethical choice for shoppers. The overall environmental impact of the growing system or form of agriculture employed.

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Planet Pulse

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

They cover such things as elimination of poverty, ending extreme hunger, the promotion of human health and well-being, the conservation and protection of life on land and the oceans, and addressing the climate emergency, among many others.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 26, 2020

These changes to our food systems could improve human and planetary health Oliver Camp Mon, 10/26/2020 – 01:30 On the recent World Food Day, the clarion call was clearer than ever: We must fix our food systems to improve human health, drive economic growth and save the planet from environmental collapse. To reach a 1.5

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Low Impact

JUNE 24, 2020

Foraging can be a wonderful way to engage with the natural world – an important step in achieving a more sustainable and ethical lifestyle. Even long after large-scale agriculture became the primary means of Western food production, it was still common to supplement an agricultural diet with wild food foraged from the surrounding environment.

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Grist

MAY 25, 2021

The coordination hub for the new trials will consider the social, ethical, and legal issues related to removing carbon. The joy is that if it does sequester CO2 and lead to enhanced agricultural productivity, then everybody’s laughing,” said Hepburn. acres) of arable fields and grasslands. Large-scale tree planting.

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DeSmogBlog

DECEMBER 9, 2021

In February 2021, German agribusiness giant BASF hosted a virtual wine tasting, a seemingly cozy affair swirling glasses of Portugal’s finest in front of a webcam debating the future of EU agricultural policies. Invited to the event was a small group of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs). Europe’s Green Deal.

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Business Green

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Fast food giant working with McCain and Prince's Countryside Trust to help farmers improve soil health and boost resilience to climate change and Brexit. The investment will help fund practical on-the-ground solutions and accelerate best practice on farms to improve soil health and water quality, allowing farmers to thrive.".

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Business Green

DECEMBER 21, 2021

From packaging to supply chains to recycling behaviours - staying environmentally ethical can, at times, feel like a full-time endeavour. Using less energy and water, plus a reduced carbon dioxide impact, the agricultural method is promising both health and climate advantages and is viewed as an acceleration of existing farming commitments.

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DeSmogBlog

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

We can expect to hear a lot about how the Agricultural Innovation Mission for Climate , or Aim4C, will be harnessing new technology – from big data to precision fertilizer – to slow ballooning emissions from agribusiness, and fight worsening global hunger. Protecting the Industrial Agriculture Status Quo. But the U.S.

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 11, 2021

More than 1 million acres of forests have been lost since 1990, leaving the global stock at near 10 million acres, according to a July report by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). Soybean production and cattle raising activities are linked to deforestation in Brazil's Cerrado region.

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Business Green

AUGUST 15, 2022

Agriculture takes up half the habitable land on Earth, destroys forests and other ecosystems and produces a quarter of the world's greenhouse gas emissions. The reduced need for agricultural land would help stop deforestation and help protect biodiversity. The food we consume has a massive impact on our planet. Mostly) healthier.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 29, 2020

We know that animal agriculture is now recognized as a leading cause of global warming. Being a new immigrant looking for a job while there is a global health and economic crisis is not a situation I anticipated being in when I made plans to move. Founder and CEO, Hera Health Solutions; Memphis. I moved from the U.S.

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Business Green

JUNE 14, 2022

Defra insists the Strategy needs to be seen in conjunction with the Treasury's plans to tackle inflation and the cost-of-living crisis, upcoming health strategies focused on obesity and diet, and on-going post-Brexit trade negotiations and farming subsidy reforms. However, the wider focus on agricultural innovation is not without its merits.

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Business Green

MARCH 7, 2023

The report argues legislation will have a huge role to play in the future of cultivated meats, as effective rules are reqiured to reassure customers that cultivated meats can be ethically produced and safe to eat.

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Business Green

JANUARY 26, 2022

To reach its conclusions, the non-profit assessed how companies across a range of industries - including the food and agriculture, oil and gas, automotive, and power sectors - fared against 18 different indicators related to respecting human rights, promoting and providing decent work, and ethical conduct in areas such as lobbying and taxation.

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Low Impact

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Could you join a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) scheme? If you want to support local growers, but not necessarily get your hands dirty yourself, consider a Community Supported Agriculture scheme – another potential way to get your hands on locally and sustainably-grown food. They aim to make ethical the new normal.

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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Related: We need to talk about farming, agriculture and emissions This isn’t Cream Co.’s sees the value of supporting independent ranchers and ensuring ethical treatment of animals. We are excited to partner with PT Ranch, as their focus on soil health is aligned to our values,” said Cream Co.’s Turkeys are expected to sell out.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Another subscription box conscientious about the planet is EarthLove , a curated box of products “that are ethically and environmentally responsible, including zero-waste packaging, natural ingredients, organic and non-GMO, gluten-free, cruelty-free, beegan/vegan and fair trade.” Meanwhile, Dyper offers an eco-friendly diaper subscription.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 10, 2020

Coffee companies claiming to be "ethical" or "sustainable" that refuse to pay a living wage to the farmers are fueling this longstanding human and environmental crisis. . When production is reduced, farmers may use more chemicals in the growing process, which harms the soil and water sources, further degrading the planet and human health.

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AFN Sustainable Protein

OCTOBER 3, 2019

This was due to the outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF), which has led to the culling of over one million pigs in China, according to the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). Fitch also notes that environmental, ethical, and health concerns may also be driving demand for fake meat in China. Check it out, here.

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Grist

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

For years, controversy has swirled around the ethics of using novel biotechnology for species conservation. Adrian Kraus / AP Photo The health and ecological risks of introducing the transgenic chestnut into the wild are likely to be low, according to Delborne; its signature wheat gene is commonly found in many major food crops.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 12, 2022

In our previous Green Business Bureau article, titled Carbon Offsets Vs Carbon Credits: Addressing The Issues (The 5 Rules of Carbon Offsetting) , we discuss the rules that ensure offsets deliver the GHG emission reductions promised, and do so ethically. One such project is their efficient cookstoves in Burundi.

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Low Impact

OCTOBER 3, 2021

We can’t supply all the ethical consumers in the UK. Health and safety and other requirements currently make it so difficult for small fishers to achieve. For example, industrial agriculture finds it easier to meet the regulations, because it requires a smaller percentage of their income. I’d really like to think so.

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Business Green

MARCH 20, 2023

The UK start-up manufactures biochar from woody biomass waste and compost for use as an agricultural soil enhancer, and hopes to sell the CO2 sequestered from the process in the form of credible and "ethical" offsets. It is a catalyst for helping to restore natural balances," explains Casely.

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Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 10, 2023

The organization is committed to creating a future where buildings are designed and operated with resource efficiency and occupant health in mind. It also advocates for net zero energy use in buildings through its Zero Code Initiative as well as promoting regenerative agriculture practices through its LandSmart program.

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AGreenLiving

APRIL 9, 2021

As the population grows, we may see more demand for this land to be used for agriculture, parks and real estate. These things are absolutely vital to the health and wellbeing of future generations, so we all need to do our best to make things better.” Nearly every country in the world, including the U.S., In the U.S. In the U.S.

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Business Green

MAY 5, 2020

How are they going to prove that they place ethics above excessive profits, that they see long-term investment as more important than short-term gain and that they genuinely support communities? How can the UK shift society and economy to a model that is fairer and more resilient? A more resilient food system. Greener towns and cities.

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DeSmogBlog

APRIL 26, 2023

Named “Brazen TM Beef”, it was the first ever product of its kind to receive the “Climate-Friendly” stamp from the US Department of Agriculture. percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, according to the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization. At the last count, livestock production contributes 14.5 They’re all getting bigger.

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Green Market Oracle

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Agriculture 6. Health CLIMATE IMPACTS Disposable City: Miami’s Future on the Shores of Climate Catastrophe by Mario Alejandro Ariza, 2020 A deeply reported personal investigation by a Miami journalist examines the present and future effects of climate change in the Magic City -- a watery harbinger for coastal cities worldwide.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 23, 2021

Yet as a consumer, I’ve found it too daunting to evaluate whether the seafood at my restaurants or supermarkets are truly sustainable and ethical. The plants boost ocean health, have the potential to sequester incredible amounts of carbon and provide low barriers to entry for new ocean farmers. How do you make it part of your diet?

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Low Impact

MAY 20, 2020

It offers everyone the chance to be part of the transition to a more eco-friendly, ethical and sustainable future. Permaculture was originally a word made up of the two words ‘permanent’ and ‘agriculture’. At its heart are three very simple tenets, or ethics: – Care for the planet. What is permaculture? Care for people.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 26, 2022

This lifecycle starts with the sourcing of natural resources via agriculture, to the distribution of ingredients to manufacture food items, and then the transportation of these food items across the globe for their consumption and disposal. Food loss refers to unused products from the agricultural sector, such as unharvested crops.

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