sustainability

Scientists from the Unidad Académica de Estudios Territoriales (UAET) Oaxaca, at the Instituto de Geografía de la UNAM, discovered bacterial communities with exceptional capabilities to enhance sustainable agriculture through soil fertility, as well as promoting ecological restoration. The discovery was made in the UNESCO Global Geopark Mixteca Alta, a territory where traditional agricultural systems have been managed by local communities …

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 Speakers at an event today said that energy security is the key to sustainable industrial development while identifying awareness about energy efficiency, energy audits, energy conservation, financing and incentives, grid modernization, implementation and communication as key priorities. They came with such observations at a policy dissemination titled “Bangladesh Industrial Energy Efficiency Policy: A Draft for …

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Amid rising heatwaves and surging cooling demand, adopting sustainable cooling – with a strong focus on passive techniques low-energy and hybrid cooling that combines fans and air conditioners that consume little or no power – could cut greenhouse gas emissions, save trillions of dollars and expand life-saving cooling access to those who need it, according to …

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A community group dedicated to reducing waste said the popularity of its “swap shop” events is increasing. Sustainable Devizes first held a Devizes Swap Shop in 2022 from a small stand in the town’s market place, with a couple of tables of books and toys. The event, which is now held at least three times …

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With the risk from climate-related impacts increasing, the global sustainability landscape is undergoing a shift. The rising economic uncertainty, increasingly complex regulations, and evolving expectations of the tenants have brought a new executive to the forefront: the Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO). Once considered a peripheral role focused on compliance and reporting, the CSO is now …

The new architect of value: Why the chief sustainability officer is an indispensable role now Read More »