GreenBiz

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Unpacking Packaging: The Nuances of Material Health. How can businesses balance material health, regulatory compliance and public perception when selecting packaging materials? The health and safety implications of materials used in packaging has become a growing concern for consumers, brands and retailers.

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GreenBiz

JULY 6, 2021

Ecosystems for good: How collaborator networks achieve sustainability. Case in point: sustainability. Digital ecosystems and the orchestration of large value networks are emerging as our only real chance to reach the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Promote good health and wellbeing. Golnar Pooya.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

An electronic nose to sniff out soil health that will deliver results to a farmer’s phone in five minutes is being developed by PES Technologies. The electronic nose also provides an objective and consistent measurement of soil health over time. Jim Bailey of PES Technology at the Agri-TechE REAP Conference 2023.

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Inhabitat - Innovation

MARCH 11, 2021

Global design practice Perkins and Will has raised the bar for sustainable campus design with the award-winning Daphne Cockwell Health Sciences Complex.

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GreenBiz

JULY 23, 2021

This summer, consider sustainable seafood. I’m well aware of many sustainable fishing initiatives and their economic importance. 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. . A desert in Arizona is producing sustainable shrimp.

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The Environmental Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

As the world struggles to combat climate change, the need for a sustainable economy is more urgent than ever. Why do we need a sustainable economy? Despite the urgent need for a sustainable economy, there are several barriers that have hindered progress. What’s stopping us?

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Envirotec Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2024

Puraffinity, which develops precision technology for the removal of PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ across multiple water treatment applications, has won a $250,000 award from the Morgan Stanley Institute for Sustainable Investing. The company has a goal to provide one billion people with PFAS-safe water by 2030. “To

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GreenBiz

AUGUST 24, 2020

The rise (and rise) of sustainability-linked finance. One silver lining of this horrific moment is the rise of loans, bonds and other financial instruments linked to sustainability outcomes. In this sense, "sustainability" is broadly defined to include environmental issues as well as social ones. Joel Makower.

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Corporate sustainability leadership during a pandemic. As we continue to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic and its devastating social and economic effects, companies are continuing their efforts to become more sustainable — and some are being recognized for their efforts. Tove Malmqvist. Mon, 11/02/2020 - 01:00.

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GreenBiz

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Sustainable shopping is healthy, even amid a pandemic. As sustainability professionals, we’ve been talking for years about how consumers are increasingly influenced by values and sustainability. We search the data for proof points that people would prefer to buy from a more sustainable company. Diane Osgood.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 4, 2019

Ex-CSO Bob Langert talks behind-the-scenes of the food giant's sustainability journey.

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Charged

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Measuring battery health and safety continuously is an important challenge—lithium-ion batteries can experience several challenges over their lifetimes such as unintended capacity loss, short circuits and thermal runaway. In 2011, Idaho National Laboratory researchers developed a new technology for measuring battery health and safety.

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

The 'last mile' of consumer sustainability behavior. These days, it’s hard to argue that sustainability is a niche consumer interest. More to the point, 57 percent of consumers in that survey were willing to pay more for sustainable products. White shared her research on sustainable consumption during GreenBiz 21.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Why Gen Z voices matter in making business sustainable. Supply chain workers' health and safety, combined with ethical working conditions and practices, and taking into consideration environmental impacts are needed to ensure brand trust and build brand loyalty with consumers. Isabel LoDuca. Mon, 10/19/2020 - 01:00. Human rights.

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Impact Alpha

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The post The Brief: limate tech in the Global South, raising science-based climate targets, climate + health in Canada, sustainability tools for private equity appeared first on ImpactAlpha. Featured: The Transition With a startup accelerator, COP28 boosts climate tech in the Global South. Can rapid tech innovation.

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GreenBiz

JULY 20, 2020

Sustainability and the never-ending battle against burnout. Yes, my own, which came at the end of four years helping Apple become a model of environmental sustainability. But also the debilitating exhaustion of so many sustainability professionals who wear themselves down in service of this crucial work. Chris Gaither.

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Envirotec Magazine

APRIL 16, 2024

Using an Atlas Copco energy storage system and electric pump, they were able to develop a wastewater treatment plant that meets their sustainability goals. Häny Austria and Atlas Copco collaborated to propose a sustainable and cost-effective solution that would help the Shladming plant optimize its dewatering processes.

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GreenBiz

JULY 20, 2020

How a Blue New Deal charts a course for a sustainable sea change. When we talk about the blue economy, we're talking about sectors that are sustainable and that maintain the health of the ocean that support our economies and communities, both human and wild," said Helvarg. Coastal Health. Joel Makower. Oceans & Fisheries.

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The Environmental Blog

JULY 28, 2023

If you’re a pet owner attempting to live sustainably, it’s imperative to take your pet’s carbon pawprint into account. If ignored, these microscopic parasites can result in more serious health problems in addition to irritation and itching. A Guide to Sustainable Pet Ownership – 9 Tips 1.

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The Environmental Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

As the dawn of a new era of conscious consumerism rises, we find ourselves pivoting towards a blend of luxury and sustainability. Gone are the days when sustainability was perceived as a trend – it is now becoming the new norm, especially within the realm of home textiles. What is Organic Cotton? What is Organic Cotton? What is Tencel?

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Business Green

JUNE 26, 2020

In order to achieve this, there are a number of pressing environmental issues that we face, with governments, business and citizens focusing their efforts to reduce our carbon footprint and become more sustainable as a nation. This will be vital for the health of the country and provide economic savings to the government long-term.

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Terra Infirma

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

In 2019, the Newcastle Hospitals NHS Trust became the first health organisation in the world to declare a climate emergency. In this interview James Dixon, Associate Director – Sustainability at the Trust, tells Gareth Kane the very personal story behind this landmark move.

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The Guardian: Energy

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

I would like the international community to commit to a deadline and funding to electrify all healthcare facilities,” said Salvatore Vinci, an adviser on sustainable energy at the World Health Organization and a member of its Cop28 delegation. “We

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GreenBiz

APRIL 1, 2021

Cargill fishes for innovations in sustainable salmon farming. Cargill’s new sustainability program, SeaFuther , expands its carbon reduction commitments from the terrestrial to the oceanic. As sustainable and environmentally friendly diets increase in popularity, the seafood market is projected to reach almost $200 billion by 2027.

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GreenBiz

MARCH 30, 2021

Can sustainability save capitalism? I probably needn’t recite the current litany of global challenges — just peruse the 17 Sustainable Development Goals , perhaps the most comprehensive inventory of what needs to change or improve. The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) is focused on Reinventing Capitalism.

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The Environmental Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2022

When it comes to sustainable agriculture, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. In this article, we’ll take a look at the state of sustainable agriculture around the world. We’ll explore the challenges and successes of farmers who are working to create a more sustainable future for us all.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 4, 2020

How Ocean Spray cranberries became America’s '100 percent sustainable' crop. Because the plant is actually meant to grow in the natural environment, many growing and harvesting practices already help the surrounding land and could be considered sustainable, under normal conditions. Jesse Klein. Thu, 06/04/2020 - 01:45.

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The Environmental Blog

AUGUST 24, 2023

Today’s poultry farming has begun to shift from traditional, potentially damaging practices to more sustainable ones. Whether you’re a backyard chicken keeper setting up your first few poultry nesting boxes or a seasoned farmer, keeping up to date with modern practices is crucial to ensure the health and productivity of your poultry.

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Impact Alpha

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

The post The Brief: Today’s Call: Capitalism reimagined, sustainable robo-advisors, health-equity investing, independent media, convergence of impact standards appeared first on ImpactAlpha. Hop on today’s Call: Capitalism Reimagined. In their first public briefing, participants of the New Capitalism Project will.

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Energy Central

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The infrastructure supporting hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Researchers have identified a promising solution in the form of Prognostics Health Monitoring (PHM) models.

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Inhabitat - Innovation

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The use of hemp as a material is gaining speed across industries, including health and beauty, textiles, food and more. One of the industries that now utilizes it is in construction. Hemp can be used to create building materials such as hemp-clay bricks and hempcrete.

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Impact Alpha

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

The post The Brief: $1 trillion in climate finance, climate call to action, sustainable fertilizer, health equity for seniors, African tech ventures appeared first on ImpactAlpha. 37: Real-world effects of the rising price of carbon. With a ton of carbon fetching nearly $100.

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Impact Alpha

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The post The Brief: Leveraging infrastructure investments for communities, health apprenticeships, sustainable seafood in Portugal, carbon offtakes, 160 racial equity funds appeared first on ImpactAlpha. Featured: Impact Voices How impact investors can leverage the infrastructure bill to help disinvested communities catch up.

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U.S. Green Technology

JULY 9, 2021

Want an entertaining afternoon full of home health remedies and snarky comments? Want advice on how you should be eating, and the relationship between food, health and the environment, go to a doctor! Choosing a better, more sustainable diet is one of the main ways people can improve their health and help. Go to Reddit.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Population aging and economic development setbacks may outpace the health benefits of less air pollution and slowed climate change, according to a group examining air quality and the factors most likely to impact future premature deaths. They published their findings on 24 October in the journal Nature Sustainability.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Resource management company Veolia says it is extending sustainability for the farming industry with the introduction of a new poultry bedding solution for farmers. Agribed is sterile and helps to optimise bird health and welfare where the key benefit of its high absorbency ensures that poultry sheds stay drier and friable for longer.

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U.S. Green Technology

MARCH 8, 2022

But this is, perhaps, the weakest reason to pursue sustainable, eco-friendly living. A better reason involves the associated health benefits for you, and property value retention from a cleaner home that is less likely to cause health complications. Here we’ll explore.

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