Why the green, circular economy is key to beating the triple planetary crisis November 3, 2023 We’re experiencing a triple planetary crisis: climate change, nature and biodiversity loss and pollution. … Tags: Circular Economy, Environment Conservation, Green Economy Publication: World Economic Forum Read more...
Realizing a resource-autonomous circular economy through material innovation September 14, 2023 Developing a new circular economic model focusing on resource autonomy will enable a stronger domestic industry in Japan by creating new industries and employment…. Tags: Circular Economy, Employment, Sustainable Production Publication: World Economic Forum Read more...
Applying a circular economy mindset will help ensure a water-secure future September 6, 2023 Water provision and use contribute 10% of global emissions, while drought could affect as many as 75% of the world’s population by 2050. … Tags: Environmental Impact, Water Conservation, Water Waste Reduction Publication: World Economic Forum Read more...
Here’s how we can reuse waste energy to achieve net-zero heating systems August 4, 2023 A significant amount of heat is wasted from industrial, commercial, and institutional sources. … Tags: Low-Energy Processes, Sustainable Energy Publication: World Economic Forum Read more...
Here’s how the circular economy can help solve planetary overshoot August 2, 2023 The circular economy aims to conserve resources and materials by reusing, repairing and recycling them…. Tags: Circular Economy, Sustainable Consumption, Sustainable Waste Management Publication: World Economic Forum Read more...
A sustainable future relies on consumers and corporations working together to change course July 24, 2023 The world is experiencing a polycrisis, which is seeing a significant impact on the planet, not least because of the overuse of the Earth’s… Tags: Sustainability, Sustainable Consumption, Sustainable Development Goals Publication: World Economic Forum Read more...
Why cities must redress injustice and embrace the climate displaced July 5, 2023 International aid increases after natural disasters, many of which are related to or exacerbated by climate change. … Tags: Climate Disasters, Climate Justice, Displacement Publication: World Economic Forum Read more...
How cities can cut mobility emissions to meet climate goals June 23, 2023 Cities are key to meeting climate commitments and transport – contributing a third of city pollution – is central to efforts to reduce carbon… Tags: Carbon Emissions, Climate Goals, Emissions Reduction Publication: World Economic Forum Read more...
Could a wealth tax ever be a workable climate fix? June 23, 2023 Some experts say taxing extreme wealth could dramatically aid climate change adaptation efforts. … Tags: Climate Finance, Climate Mitigation, Wealth Tax Publication: World Economic Forum Read more...
We can cut plastic pollution by 80% by 2040 – here’s how June 15, 2023 Cutting plastic pollution by 80% by 2040 is possible, according to the United Nations. … Tags: Plastic Pollution, Plastic Waste, Sustainable Waste Management Publication: World Economic Forum Read more...
Why composting is a better way to deal with food waste June 15, 2023 When food rots in landfill, it releases methane, a potent greenhouse gas that is more effective at trapping heat in the atmosphere than carbon… Tags: Composting, Food Waste, Waste Reduction Strategies Publication: World Economic Forum Read more...
Smokers toss away 4 trillion plastic cigarette filters a year June 13, 2023 Cigarette butts are a surprisingly prolific source of plastic waste … Tags: Cigarette Filters, Environmental Impact, Plastic Pollution Publication: World Economic Forum Read more...