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Tracing EthicalEvidence in Moral Obligation to Future Generations

The Environmental Blog

Approximately twenty years after the publication of UNESCO’s Declaration on the Responsibilities of the Present Generations towards Future Generations, the need to protect the earth for the future generations has finally received a significant consideration in the field of ethics. 3. Application of Ethics.

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This NGO Won a Climate Case Against Shell. Its Next Target? Dutch Bank ING

DeSmogBlog

In a letter addressed to ING CEO Steven van Rijswijk and the first step in litigation, Milieudefensie says it believes the bank is in breach of its “duty of care” obligation under Dutch law. ING’s climate policy is miles away from what is necessary to achieve the 1.5°C Credit: Sabrina Bedford. Credit: Ceescamel , CC BY-SA 4.0

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Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability: What’s the Difference?

Green Business Bureau

There are three dimensions to a sustainable business model: Environmental: This refers to the environmental systems within which the business operates. Social: This refers to a business’s impact on social systems. Thinking about the above definitions, you’d be right to believe that CSR refers to the social aspects of sustainability.

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Companies need to get better at value chain due diligence

Business Green

There's also a raft of guidance available from the likes of the Institute of Human Rights and Business, the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre, the Ethical Trading Initiative, Unseen UK and even sector specific guidance from bodies like techUK. What is this due diligence of which you speak? However, this is no longer enough.

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Sustainable Real Estate: Trends and Trajectories

Green Business Bureau

Whether it’s a new build or a retrofit (also referred to as greenhabbing , or green rehabbing an older building to be more eco-friendly), the real estate industry is moving towards sustainability because a low-carbon building is proven to have lower operating costs, improved resale value and higher occupancy rates. among other parameters.

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Clean Energy Alliance: Board Secretary

Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

be familiar with California public meeting laws, such as the Brown Act. have a strong work ethic befitting a start-up environment. How to Apply: Candidates should send resume with 3 references to jobs@cleanpoweralliance.org. . • effectively communicate with elected officials and representatives from cities and counties.

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Securing Your Seat on a Corporate Board of Directors • 2/25/21

Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

Refer to the membership options here. Her work has been featured by NACD, Corporate Secretary, Pensions and Investment, CQ Roll Call, Marketwatch, Ethical Boardroom, GreenBiz, Huffington Post, Environmental Leader and Responsible Investor. Before that, Veena practiced law in India. from Brooklyn Law School.