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Technology, Sustainability and Society: an orange globe resting on white icy crystals like snow

Technology, Sustainability and Society: Where They Intersect

March 19, 2023

Technology influences sustainability and society, by improving efficiency and reducing waste, but also by increasing public consumption. We discuss the details.

Categories Climate Tags Ana Yong, Business, Climate, Ecology, Environment, Equality, Ethics, Lifestyle, Politics, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
The UK Cost of Living Crisis: A cat sits before a black bricked building with white frames

The UK Cost of Living Crisis: A Closer Look at the Facts

March 17, 2023

This article explores the UK’s cost of living crisis, the effect it is having on everyday people, and how a rotten political system is perhaps to blame. 

Categories Crises Tags Business, Christie Johnson, Equality, Ethics, Lifestyle, Politics, Poverty
Environmental Goals for Companies: Photograph of a painting of St. Rollox Chemical Works at the opening of the Garnkirk and Glasgow railway

Environmental Goals for Companies: Panel Discussion Notes

March 16, 2023

A recent panel discussion focused on how companies can advance sustainability and environmental goals. We look at some of the key takeaways.

Categories Climate Tags Business, Climate, Environment, Politics, Pollution, Renewables, Sustainability, Waste
Solar Energy Incentives across the US: A Comprehensive Guide

Solar Energy Incentives across the US: A Comprehensive Guide

March 13, 2023

Making the switch is becoming increasingly affordable thanks to numerous solar energy incentives that have become available in many areas across the country.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Climate, Environment, Renewables
Financial Benefits of Investing in Solar Systems for Buildings: A large white rooftop covered in solar panels

Investing in Solar for Commercial and Apartment Buildings

March 11, 2023

Investing in solar for commercial buildings can offer numerous financial benefits, whether you have a small apartment complex or a large one.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Carbon, Environment, Renewables
The same backyard, now with artificial grass laid over the entire flat base, pots still seen at the side, dappled light from trees above

Natural vs Artificial Grass: Environmental Cost and Benefits

March 11, 2023

We look at the pros and cons of artificial and natural lawns, including the environmental effects, health risks, cost, aesthetics, and carbon footprint.

Categories Garden Tags Business, Environment, Ethics, Gardening, Lifestyle, Plastic, Waste
Innovations in Solar Technology: Black balloon over a green field under a blue sky

Innovations in Solar Technology That Could Change the Future

March 10, 2023

As design meets sustainability, these six innovations in solar technology have the potential to change the future of residential and commercial buildings.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Climate, Renewables, Sustainability, Waste
Key Steps To Green America's Transportation Infrastructure: Highway interchange seen from the sky

Key Steps To Green America’s Transportation Infrastructure

March 9, 2023

What would it take to make America’s transportation infrastructure less impactful on the environment and on human health? We discuss the present day facts.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Climate, Environment, Politics, Pollution, Sustainability
The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and Why it is Important: A giant sea turtle with a tropical island on its back

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) & Why it is Important

March 8, 2023

The Fourth Industrial Revolution reflects humanities efforts to harmonize the environment and society with digital technology. We discuss some of the details.

Categories Waste Tags Ana Yong, Business, Climate, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Sustainability, Waste
Sustainable Supply Chain: Black and white photo of two men sorting a pile of waste newspapers for recycling

Sustainable Supply Chain: Overview and Practical Strategies

March 5, 2023

It takes a concerted effort from all parties involved to create a sustainable supply chain, from the manufacturer to the retail stores and restaurants.

Categories Politics Tags Business, Politics, Sustainability, Waste
Digital Sustainability: A Comprehensive Guide - A sphere showing the human head and brain

Digital Sustainability: A Comprehensive Guide

March 8, 2023February 24, 2023

We take a look at digital sustainability, with solutions and technology that historically caused environmental problems now becoming part of the solution.

Categories Waste Tags Ana Yong, Business, Climate, Ethics, Politics, Waste
Sustainable Electronic Devices: Keyboards and other parts from a personal computer in a trash bin

Essential Reasons to Buy Sustainable Electronic Devices

March 1, 2023February 22, 2023

An ever-increasing dependency, contrasted with rising environmental concerns, makes it important for consumers to shift towards sustainable electronic devices.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Lifestyle, Plastic, Pollution, Recycling, Sustainability, Upcycling, Waste
Sustainable Real Estate Development: Green rolling hills under a blue sky with the ocean in the distance

Sustainable Real Estate Development: A Green and Happy Home

January 27, 2023January 26, 2023

Sustainable real estate development, creating homes while minimizing their environmental impact and maximizing their social and economic benefits.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Architecture, Business, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Pollution, Waste
What Is Eco-Minimalist Architecture? Two wooden tiny houses on wheels by a lakeside under green trees.

What Is Eco-Minimalist Architecture?

January 27, 2023January 18, 2023

Whether you’re building, moving, or hoping to renovate, these tips for eco-minimalist architecture will align your living space with your sustainable values.

Categories Innovation Tags Architecture, Business, Lifestyle, Minimalism, Waste
5G and digital sustainability: A green globe containing trees and also factories, with a wasteland in the distance behind

The Role of 5G in the Fight for Digital Sustainability

January 27, 2023January 16, 2023

Digital sustainability has become an important focus globally. Here’s why 5G is playing an integral role in promoting sustainability on multiple levels.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Ethics, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
Sustainability Best Practices for Large Facilities in 2023: Large building before a water feature in a city under a blue sky

Sustainability Best Practices for Large Facilities in 2023

January 27, 2023January 11, 2023

We look at sustainability best practices for today’s large facilities, such as office buildings, hospitals, manufacturing plants, and others.

Categories Waste Tags Business, Climate, Environment, Politics, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
Remote Work: A laptop on a picnic table with greenery and a lake in the distance

Remote Work: Beneficial Both for the Planet and for Business

January 27, 2023January 10, 2023

Remote work decreases your carbon footprint by cutting down on commuting time, minimizes waste by reducing office supplies, and increases your hiring pool.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Politics, Waste
Green roof atop Commercial Real Estate

Why Commercial Real Estate Owners are Going Green

January 27, 2023December 18, 2022

Going greener has become a popular initiative among commercial real estate developers, and selecting a green commercial design over a traditional one.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Design, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Empowering Women, Indigenous Communities & Sustainability: 4 women in a colourfull hall working on a wooden frame on the floor

Empowering Women, Indigenous Communities & Sustainability

January 27, 2023December 5, 2022

Establishing meaningful partnerships is key to empowering women and indigenous communities. Find out how Asia Pulp and Paper is creating positive change.

Categories Equality Tags Asia, Business, Equality, Ethics, Politics, Sustainability
6 "ethical diamonds" on a black background

Ethical Diamonds: A Guide to Buying Conflict-Free Jewelry

January 27, 2023November 29, 2022

Guide to buying conflict-free and ethical diamonds: We examine just what constitutes “ethical” when sourcing items of jewelry, and diamonds in particular.

Categories Equality Tags Business, crises, Equality, Ethics, Fashion
Sustainable Homes Are Being Undervalued: View inside a white-walled tiny house with wooden furniture

Sustainable Homes Are Being Undervalued – Why Is That?

January 27, 2023November 26, 2022

The undervaluation of sustainable homes is particularly baffling when you consider that 82% of homebuyers are willing to pay more for eco-friendly options

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Climate Change, Ethics, Lifestyle, Politics, Waste
Solving the E-waste Problem: a pc being disassembled at an e-waste recycling centre

Solving the E-waste Problem: Are We Doing Enough

January 27, 2023November 22, 2022

The more people get involved in environmentally friendly practices, the easier it will be to solve the e-waste problem and other issues we face today.

Categories Waste Tags Business, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Pollution, Recycling, Renewables, Waste
Sustainable Facility Management : A green park with tree and a herbaceous boder, buildings in the distance, a blue sky above

How Sustainable Facility Management Can Benefit Your Business

January 27, 2023November 21, 2022

In simple terms, sustainable facility management focuses on ensuring that business premises have minimal impact on the environment.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Design, Ethics, Politics, Sustainability, Waste
How the Energy Industry Can Invest in Green Initiatives: The World Inside, Singapore, with a huge indoor garden and walkways

How the Energy Industry Can Invest in Green Initiatives

January 27, 2023October 26, 2022

We examine how the energy industry is learning to embrace sustainability, by mindfully managing profits and investing in green initiatives.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Pollution, Waste
Waste and Landfills: An endless sea of trash with the ocean in the distance

Waste and Landfills: A Guide for Environmental Protection

January 27, 2023October 18, 2022

Waste and Landfills are examined in detail, including how organizations can manage garbage, and how recycling and other solutions can help with the issue.

Categories Waste Tags Business, Climate, Ethics, Plastic, Politics, Waste
Can the Shipping Industry Achieve Carbon Zero? A large freight vessel out at sea at dawn

Can the Shipping Industry Achieve Carbon Zero?

January 27, 2023September 18, 2022

The shipping industry contributes to global warming and climate change. Here’s a look at if it could achieve net-zero emissions in the next couple of decades.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Carbon, Environment, Ethics, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
7 Carbon-Negative and Eco-Friendly Building Materials

7 Carbon-Negative and Eco-Friendly Building Materials

January 27, 2023August 27, 2022

A Round-up of Carbon-Negative and Eco-Friendly Building Materials for Your Next Home Upgrade

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Carbon, Environment, Sustainability, Waste
Why Do You Need CEC Accredited Solar Installers? Two men installing a rooftop solar panel

Why Do You Need CEC Accredited Solar Installers?

January 27, 2023August 13, 2022

CEC accredited solar installers must have completed the required education and requirements for designing and installing any type of green energy system.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Climate, Lifestyle, Pollution, Renewables
Climate Change and Real Estate: Expected annual losses by state

Climate Change and Real Estate: Report on Areas in the U.S.

January 27, 2023August 12, 2022

This Report Examines the Most Dangerous and Safest Areas for Real Estate Ownsership and Investment, Including Maps

Categories Climate Tags Business, Climate, crises, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
AI and Sustainability: Light reflected on a shop window containing Mad Max-like characters in Rome, Italy

AI and Sustainability: 8 Ways AI Can Help The Environment

January 30, 2023July 22, 2022

This article explores Artificial Intelligence, its environmental effects, and its promise to revolutionize today’s world.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Politics, Sustainability
One World Flag: Closed-Loop Economy Could Lead to a Sustainable Future

How A Closed-Loop Economy Could Lead to a Sustainable Future

July 16, 2022

Manufacturers must focus on closed-loop economy systems just as much as they focus on other solutions to achieve more environmentally beneficial results.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
Environmental Benefits of High-Density Housing: green and colorful foliage before streetfront housing

What Are the Environmental Benefits of High-Density Housing?

July 16, 2022July 14, 2022

The environmental benefits of high-density housing are undeniable, but they only exist if everyone involved in planning prioritizes sustainability.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Architecture, Business, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Eco-Friendly Rental Property: Rooftop solar panels on two houses

The Eco-Friendly Rental Property: Better for the Environment

July 16, 2022July 12, 2022

Guide for Landlords on an Eco-Friendly Rental Property: How to Make Your Property Environmentally Friendly for Your Tenants

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Ethics, Lifestyle, Pollution, Sustainability
BlueWaveID app on googleplay and app store

BlueWaveID: The App That Identifies Cetaceans

July 16, 2022July 7, 2022

Called BlueWaveID, this app records and stores cetacean information, and allows the collection of data related to sightings in real-time through dynamic forms.

Categories Ecology Tags Business, Ecology, Environment, Oceans, Sustainability
RFID Sustainability: Masked woman walking past Vuelta al Cole shop window

RFID Sustainability: Uses of RFID in Supply Chain Management

July 16, 2022July 2, 2022

Less overproduction means more smooth-running manufacturers, profitable retailers and ultimately, happier customers.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Green My Business: notepad, pen, and plant on wooden table

Green My Business: 14 Ways for your Business to Go Green

July 16, 2022June 30, 2022

You may be asking yourself: What can I do to green my business? These 14 simple and effective tips are a great place to start.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Ethics, Recycling, Sustainability, Waste
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