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Earth Day 22nd April – Importance of protecting our nature amid the Virus spread!

Econaur

On Earth Day 2016, the United Nations formally adopted the Paris Agreement, articulating the commitment of nations to limit global temperature rise to less than 2 degrees Celcius over pre-industrial levels; and to strengthen the ability of countries to mitigate the negative impacts of climate change. Earth Day in 2020.

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'Beyond net zero': What characteristics do the best corporate climate leaders share?

Business Green

As WWF launches a new report exploring what makes good corporate climate leadership, top execs from Ikea and H&M reflect on how companies can accelerate their decarbonisation efforts as part of the latest BusinessGreen webinar. The webinar also highlighted how it is critical to ensure such strategies reach right across an organisation.

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How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

Green Business Bureau

Not only does reclaimed lumber give that rustic, farmhouse look and possess some unique history within its grain, but it also helps preserve our carbon-sequestering forests and rejects monoculture tree farms that do not support biodiversity or ecological health. Note: You will need to create a Thomas account to access this directory.

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Can a global plastics treaty help tackle the pollution crisis?

Business Green

Plastic pollution increasingly contributes to the climate and biodiversity crisis, so the cost of inaction increases basically year by year due to negative health, social and also economic impacts," he added. However, as the Paris Agreement has shown, international treaties are not a quick fix for environmental problems.

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What Is B Corp? B Corp Certification Guide + Quick Assessment

Green Business Bureau

Resolutions to global challenges such as climate change, poverty, inequality, biodiversity loss, habitat destruction, resource depletion, racism, and exploitation need the backing of our economic system. The community provides resources and support for members, including events, webinars, and peer-to-peer learning opportunities.