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⚠️ Breaking News: CO₂ levels have set a new record high as of April 2024, reaching an alarming 427 parts per million (ppm). Just a decade ago, in April, the average was around 402 ppm. As we confront these rising figures, it's important to remember that the safe level of CO₂ is 350 ppm. Surpassing this threshold poses significant risks to our climate and health, signaling an urgent need for action.
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Patagonia is cracking the code on endlessly recyclable wetsuits
Despite surfing’s one-with-nature vibe, most wetsuits are the sartorial equivalent of an oil spill.
https://theprogressplaybook.com/2024/05/03/patagonia-is-cracking-the-code-on-endlessly-recyclable-wetsuits/
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Greenpeace Chile has just unveiled a new documentary series titled "Subamos la voz" (Let's Raise Our Voice), focusing on the contentious "Los Bronces Integrado" mining project in Chile. The series aims to illuminate the environmental risks posed by the project's expansion and rally public action against it. Situated a mere 50km from downtown Santiago, Los Bronces Integrado mining project imperils the water reserves of the entire region, stored in glaciers. This expansion could directly impact the local biodiversity, already facing threats due to habitat fragmentation and loss. Species such as the Andean Condor, Puma, and Andean Cat, among others, are particularly vulnerable, as the project encroaches upon their habitats. The biodiversity of the region, classified as a global hotspot for conservation, faces further jeopardy, with unique species at risk of extinction. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRUqq79_i9g&t=4s Chile is grappling with an acute water shortage exacerbated by a mega-drought spanning over 14 years, coupled with intense water consumption. Los Bronces Integrados project's potential usage of approximately 1,300 litres of water per second, equivalent to the daily consumption of over 600,000 people, exacerbates the strain on water resources. This threatens not only human communities but also ecosystems dependent on these water sources. The project's approval, despite environmental concerns, reminds us of the need for urgent action to protect Chile's water security and biodiversity. Despite its rejection in 2022 due to environmental concerns, the project was controversially approved in 2023, highlighting political decisions overriding environmental risks. Greenpeace's campaign urges citizen support to halt the project's progress, calling for the power of the collective of individuals to protect the environment and communities against corporate interests. Watch the first episode on water: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OazCl44bEzI Take part in the campaign #BajemosLosBronces: https://www.greenpeace.org/chile/tag/bajemoslosbronces/
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The European Commission and national consumer protection authorities disclosed their collaborative efforts alongside watchdog agencies in Belgium, the Netherlands, Norway, and Spain. Their focus was on identifying airlines that have disseminated deceptive or erroneous information regarding the environmental merits of their operations—a practice commonly referred to as greenwashing. The authorities clarified their intention to withhold the identities of the implicated airlines until the initial phase of the investigation concludes. Emphasizing the importance of transparency, the authorities underscored the need for airlines to substantiate claims regarding the offsetting of CO2 emissions from flights through climate projects or sustainable fuel usage, supported by robust scientific evidence. Additionally, the bloc extended an invitation to the airlines to align their practices with EU consumer laws within a 30-day timeframe. EU Commissioner for Values and Transparency, Vera Jourova, underscored the significance of providing consumers with accurate information. She stressed the necessity for precise and scientifically supported responses, as opposed to ambiguous or false assertions, in fostering responsible consumer behavior. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/30/eu-launches-action-against-20-airlines-for-greenwashing
EU launches action against 20 airlines for greenwashing
EU collaborated with watchdogs to identify airlines making false or misleading statements about environmental benefits.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/30/eu-launches-action-against-20-airlines-for-greenwashing
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This is great news! I wonder what will be the results
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We ought to be be careful most companies are not what they say they are in terms of sustainability.
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This is a bold move by the EU! It's time to follow the set guidelines and principle for the people's safety
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Alfa Laval is pleased to be part of the consortium Molten Salt Storage (MOSS), funded by the Energy Technology Development and Demonstration Program (EUDP), which recently inaugurated the completion of the world's first thermal energy storage system using molten hydroxide salts. The project aims at bringing Hyme Energy’s novel thermal storage technology to life through a strong collaboration with industrial and academic partners: Alfa Laval, KIRT X THOMSEN, SULZER, Seaborg, Aalborg University, Energy Cluster Denmark, Hyme Energy, and DIN Forsyning. Alfa Laval is a world leader in the innovative heat exchanger technologies that will be vital to enable commercially viable long-duration energy storage, fundamental for the decarbonization of Industrial heat. As a significant contributor to the MOSS project, Alfa Laval will deliver the Header & Coil steam generator that is a critical component in the process and the key for producing steam from the system. "According to the COP28 commitment, the world must double the rate of improvement in energy efficiency and triple the rate of renewable energy by 2030. That is why energy storage is pivotal when driving the shift towards renewable energy sources and an important pathway to decarbonization and a more sustainable future,” says Thomas Møller, President Energy Division, Alfa Laval. "We are excited that our pioneering and highly efficient Header & Coil heat exchanger technology will contribute to the MOSS project and being part of building the first molten hydroxide salt energy storage plant in the world,” says Alasdair MacIver, Head of Energy Storage Solutions at Alfa Laval. The MOSS production facility was inaugurated at Semco Maritime in Esbjerg, Denmark with the consortium partners, and a number Danish dignitaries from the political and industrial sectors, on the 24th of April this year. It is planned to house the technology capable of storing renewable energy for sunless or windless days – a crucial starting point for a future climate-friendly and fully balanced energy system. As the consortium pilot plant, it will be able to test and prove the scalability of the system and the technological development of the solution. What the future will bring In the long term, Hyme Energy’s thermal energy storage technology will play a significant role in the energy transition by enabling industry and utility companies to replace fossil fuels with renewable energy for heat and steam production. The plan is to commercialize the full-scale solution in 2026. A commercial facility will be able to store renewable energy in up to 600 degrees molten hydroxide salt on a GWh-scale. "Innovation and green solutions are part of the DNA of Danish business. Developing and pioneering new paths benefit both the bottom line and our climate. Therefore, I am pleased that a new energy storage solution is now being introduced here in Esbjerg, which will be crucial for a successful transition of our energy system," says Søren Gade, Speaker of the Danish Parliament and Chairman of Port Esbjerg. Heat consumption accounts for half of the global energy consumption and represents 40% of global CO2 emissions. High-temperature steam is used in electricity production and in a wide range of industrial processes to produce many of our daily goods (food, chemicals, materials, etc.). The MOSS facility is a step closer to decarbonizing these processes. Typical process flow of a Thermal energy power-to-heat storage process.
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That sounds like an impactful collaboration!
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Last Monday, April 22nd, representatives of frontline communities from Mexico, Brazil, Liberia, the United States and the Czech Republic, facilitated by BankTrack and ING Fossielvrij, demanded at the AGM of that the bank stop treating their territories as a sacrifice zone. Before the AGM started, representatives from affected communities held speeches outside the venue, telling their stories to Dutch activists, and chanting “We are not your sacrifice zone” and “We believe that we will win” together. While Milieudefensie (Friends of the Earth Netherlands) mobilised 120 volunteers to attend the AGM, Extinction Rebellion Netherlands blockaded the road entrance to the AGM venue shortly after the opening of the doors, preventing “regular” (non-activist) shareholders from attending the meeting in person. Extinction Rebellion Netherlands blockades the entrances to the AGM venue. Photo: BankTrack As a result, nearly only climate activists were present in the in-person AGM, and almost all the questions asked were about community impacts, human rights violations, biodiversity impacts and the climate crisis. In a telling, although isolated, moment, the chairman of the meeting - Karl Guha - was booed for stating “we can do without the narrative” in response to a personal testimony from a human rights defender from Mexico. ING under fire for fossil steel financing, CEO calls for an EU-wide phase out of coke ovens Frontline communities challenged finance for specific fossil steel clients of ING, like ArcelorMittal and Ternium. Eduardo Mosqueda of Tsikini Mexico, representing the family of a murdered Indigenous anti-mining activist, asked if ING would open an audit into its environmental and social credit facility with steel and mining giant ArcelorMittal. Ana Luisa Queiroz, of PACS Brazil, asked if ING would publicly commit to excluding future finance for the steel company Ternium, and if ING would provide remediation for communities harmed by Ternium’s operations in Rio de Janeiro. John N. Brownell, co-founder of Green Advocates Liberia, asked if ING would commit to not refinance its existing credit facilities with ArcelorMittal, unless the company provided compensation for communities impacted by its mining operations in Liberia. In an evasive response to all three questions, ING stated that it complies fully with international human rights law through its ESR policies. Following a recent report by Reclaim Finance revealing ING to be the third-largest financier of coal-based steel in Europe, Julia Hovenier, Banks and Steel campaigner from BankTrack asked ING if they would strengthen their new steel policy and exclude finance for CCS, and steel companies investing in coal-based expansion. In response, ING’s CEO, Steven van Rijkswijk deflected the bank’s responsibility by responding that the EU must adopt a sunset date for coking coal ovens in Europe, and called on activists to advocate for this at the EU level. “For this I need your help. We need policies, and we’ve made that clear to governments. I’ve also talked to the EU Commissioner in Brussels about this. We need to set standards for the phase out of coking coal ovens at the same time.” said Steven van Rijswijk, CEO of ING. Criticism for US LNG John Beard, from the Port Arthur Community Action Network (PACAN), challenged ING on the bank’s financing for LNG terminals in the US Gulf Coast, including one in his own town of Port Arthur, Texas. ING has directly financed seven LNG terminals in Texas and Louisiana. John explained that LNG terminals add to air and water pollution, causing severe health impacts like increased rates of cancer, and heart, lung and kidney diseases. Citing the disproportionate impact on people of colour and low income communities, he called out the bank’s environmentally racist lending. John also invited the board of ING and other staff to visit the communities in Louisiana and Texas affected by the LNG terminals to see the ‘sacrifice zones’ first hand. In an inadequate response, the CEO referred to ING’s ESR framework and the bank’s due diligence process, and did not commit to visiting the LNG sites. Instead, he urged John to meet with the bank here in the Netherlands. John again took to the microphone to point out that there is already an overcapacity of gas exports to Europe, and ING’s finance for new terminals is not aligned with its net-zero commitments as it incentivises new fracking projects. John ended with: “You can’t decarbonize by recarbonising.” Gas in Europe: EPH Radek Kubala, from Czech organisation Re-Set, asked whether ING would exclude EPH as a client and to close the gaps in their coal policy. Radek represented the StopEPH coalition - a coalition of communities impacted by EPH, a Czech company that revitalised several coal assets divested by other utilities. ING responded that they have already excluded project financing for coal power, completely evading Radek’s point on the need to adopt corporate-level exclusions. On whether ING would exclude EPH as a client, the CEO said: “We do not necessarily exclude clients because they still finance (do) things we do not finance any more”, demonstrating the loophole in their policy. Following this year's AGM, BankTrack will continue to call on ING to act urgently and decisively on their human rights, nature, and climate impacts by facilitating engagement between the bank and frontline communities. Find the original press release here.
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This suggest need for greater stakeholder accountability.
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Indeed we believe together we can win against them and I support the call they should stop using the majority as their sacrifices.
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ING's commitment to "net-zero" is meaningless if they keep funding fossil fuels. They can't decarbonize by burning more gas!
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Looking forward to it.
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That's a fantastic opportunity for anyone wanting to learn and become a climate leader
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Looking forward for this.
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📢 Get ready for the first episode of “The Stockholm Series of Public Lectures on Climate Change and Democracy” featuring Jennie King, Director of Climate Policy & Research, Institute for Strategic Dialogue, London & Co-Founder of Climate Action Against Disinformation. On May 7th we we broadcast the first episode: “The Fight for #InformationIntegrity, #ClimateAction, and #Democracy” on We Don't Have Time - 15.00 CEST 📅 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYOwmhnneP0 Don't miss out on this insightful lecture! Read more: https://www.wedonthavetime.org/events/stockholmseries-climatechangedemocracy
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I really enjoyed listening to Jennie King, especially good takeaway was the technique of the "Truth sandwhich" when writing texts trying to correct false information. Layering the story with the correct information at the start, the falsehood in the middle and then the a repeat of the correction. Instead of leading with the false headline which just gives the misleading infromation more attention. You can find the explanation at 1:13:00! https://www.youtube.com/live/FYOwmhnneP0?si=ks5ROy__Vz7krvm_&t=4380
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A very inspiring speech about the worrying topic of misinformation.
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In a significant move to accelerate its renewable energy transition, the Australian government is investing $1.5 million AUD to install three cutting-edge community battery storage systems in Canberra. These 160 kW / 440 kWh batteries will empower local residents, both solar owners and non-owners, to seamlessly access the benefits of energy storage without the prohibitive individual costs. This initiative is just the first step in the government's ambitious $200 million program to deploy a nationwide network of 400 community batteries, providing shared storage for up to 100,000 households. By enabling greater adoption of rooftop solar and distributed energy solutions, this visionary program represents a crucial milestone in Australia's journey towards a more sustainable, decentralized and affordable electricity grid. As the country continues its renewable energy revolution, community-scale battery storage will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in integrating intermittent sources and empowering consumers to take control of their energy future. https://www.pv-magazine.com/2024/04/24/australia-announces-community-battery-rollout/
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Commitment at its best!
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This is fantastic.I really great innovation towards sustainability
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The accusation against Barclays for greenwashing raises serious concerns about the financial sector's role in ending the fossil fuel industry, despite the urgent need to transition to clean energy. By providing financing to an Italian oil company, Barclays really undermines global efforts to combat climate change and accelerate the shift towards renewable energy sources. This action not only contributes to environmental degradation but also exacerbates the climate crisis, endangering the future of our planet. It's crucial to hold financial institutions accountable for their investments and demand transparency in their financing activities. We must pressure banks like Barclays to divest from fossil fuels and redirect their resources towards sustainable and environmentally responsible projects. Financial organization must not contribute on harming the nature. Let's raise awareness about the harmful consequences of greenwashing and advocate for ethical and responsible banking practices that support a greener and more sustainable future for generations to come. For more details, read the full article here: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2024/apr/26/barclays-accused-of-greenwashing-over-financing-for-italian-oil-company?CMP=twt_a-environment_b-gdneco
Barclays accused of greenwashing over financing for Italian oil company
Exclusive: Environmental groups say bank is misleading public over ‘sustainable’ financing for Eni as company vastly expands fossil fuel production
https://www.theguardian.com/business/2024/apr/26/barclays-accused-of-greenwashing-over-financing-for-italian-oil-company?CMP=twt_a-environment_b-gdneco
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Holding financial institutions accountable for their investment decisions and demanding greater transparency is paramount. Barclays and its peers must align their financing activities with the urgent need to address climate change and environmental degradation. Stakeholders should pressure banks to divest from fossil fuels and redirect capital towards sustainable projects that support a greener future.
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This is so sad.Its hypocrisy of the highest order.Speaking large on green energy while at the same time channeling profits to fossil fuels.Shame of ABSA
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this is saddening... and a huge shame to Barclays Bank for supporting fossil fuels
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Climate change impacts our society by disrupting the natural, economic and social systems we depend on. This disruption will affect food supplies, industry supply chains and financial markets, damage infrastructure and cities, and harm human health and global development. https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/africa/2024-04-28-mali-heatwave-ice-becomes-a-hot-commodity-as-temperatures-soar/
Mali heatwave: Ice becomes a hot commodity as temperatures soar
Since March, temperatures have soared above 48C in parts of Mali, killing more than 100 people.
https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/africa/2024-04-28-mali-heatwave-ice-becomes-a-hot-commodity-as-temperatures-soar/
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We can't afford to ignore the signs any longer.
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This is a current threat to many African countries! We have been observing massive climate change impacts that have affected people's lives and threatening ecosystem
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we are already seeing the impacts of this climate crisis, it's time for acting
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On Tuesday, Parliament adopted the directive on the so-called “right to repair” for consumers with 584 votes in favour, 3 against and 14 abstentions. The rules clarify the obligations for manufacturers to repair goods and encourage consumers to extend a product’s lifecycle through repair. The new rules ensure that manufacturers provide timely and cost-effective repair services and inform consumers about their rights to repair. Goods repaired under the warranty will benefit from an additional one-year extension of the legal guarantee, further incentivising consumers to choose repair instead of replacement. After the legal guarantee has expired, the manufacturer is still required to repair common household products, which are technically repairable under EU law, such as washing machines, vacuum cleaners, and even smartphones. The list of product categories can be extended over time. Consumers may also borrow a device whilst theirs is being repaired or, if it cannot be fixed, opt for a refurbished unit as an alternative. https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20240419IPR20590/right-to-repair-making-repair-easier-and-more-appealing-to-consumers
Right to repair: Making repair easier and more appealing to consumers | News | European Parliament
The new rules reinforce the right to repair, aim to reduce waste and bolster the repair sector by making it easier and more cost-effective to repair goods.
https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20240419IPR20590/right-to-repair-making-repair-easier-and-more-appealing-to-consumers
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A great win for the environment, this are great regulations by the EU parliament to enhance sustainability.
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That's great news! I hope that the different EU States will then implement it
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This is a great step! Congratulations to the EU parliament
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Just launched: Four girls. Two possible scenarios from Earth4All . How will their lives unfold? How do our decisions impact their future? A brand new interactive storybook brings to life the stories of four girls from across the world and explores how their lives might unfold under the two Earth4All scenarios. How will they grow up if we stay on our current path of business as usual? What do their futures hold if we take a Giant Leap? It includes a writing competition encouraging young people to share their future visions.
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I'm sure it will inspire important conversations about sustainability and the choices we make for our planet's future.
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These are very frightening and inspiring stories, it really helps to visualize what the world (and our lives) will be if we don't act on the SDGs
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This type of storytelling has the potential to really change how we see the climate crisis. More people need to see it as something that is real and will impact lives. Great to see!
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A new report by the International Labour Organization (ILO) has unveiled a grim reality: climate change is not only reshaping our environment but also profoundly affecting workers' health and safety worldwide. Released on April 22, 2024, the report "Ensuring Safety and Health at Work in a Changing Climate," shows that 70% of the global workforce is at risk because of climate change. According to the ILO, more than 2.4 billion workers (!!), out of a total global workforce of 3.4 billion, are at risk of exposure to climate-change-related health hazards. This includes an alarming number of workers facing excessive heat, with estimates indicating a rise from 65.5% to 70.9% since 2000. The consequences of this exposure are dire, resulting in approximately 18,970 deaths and 2.09 million disability-adjusted life years annually due to occupational injuries attributed to excessive heat. Yet, the impact extends beyond heat exposure. Climate change creates what the report terms a "cocktail of hazards," contributing to various severe health conditions. Among these are cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory illnesses, kidney dysfunction, and mental health conditions, affecting millions of workers globally. Some key results: 1.6 billion workers are exposed to UV radiation, leading to over 18,960 work-related deaths annually from nonmelanoma skin cancer. 1.6 billion workers are at risk of workplace air pollution, resulting in up to 860,000 work-related deaths among outdoor workers annually. Over 870 million agricultural workers are exposed to pesticides, with more than 300,000 deaths attributed to pesticide poisoning annually. 15,000 work-related deaths yearly due to exposure to parasitic and vector-borne diseases. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jY7MU4gPMK0 "It's clear that climate change is already creating significant additional health hazards for workers," warns Manal Azzi, OSH Team Lead at the ILO. If we want to tackle the dual crises of climate change and work safety, we need to consider occupational safety and health in climate change responses. Ahead of the 1st of May, International Workersä Day, let's remember that ensuring safe and healthy working environments is a fundamental principle and right at work. https://www.ilo.org/resource/news/climate-change-creates-cocktail-serious-health-hazards-70-cent-worlds
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This is worrying.. Work is already dreadful for some then add the weight of climate change
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This is a sad revelation.It underscores the need to address climate change with the weight it deserves
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As the world faces increasing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges, businesses are recognising the need to adopt sustainable practices across their operations. One crucial area where organisations can make a significant impact is in their supply chains. Embracing ESG-compliant supply chains not only aligns with corporate social responsibility, but it also brings substantial economic benefits. In this article, we will explore why switching to ESG-compliant supply chains is economically advantageous for businesses. Enhancing Reputation and Brand Value Adopting ESG-compliant supply chains helps businesses build a positive reputation and enhance their brand value. In today's socially conscious market, consumers prefer to support companies that demonstrate a commitment to sustainable practices. By showcasing a commitment to ESG values, businesses can attract environmentally and socially conscious consumers, leading to increased customer loyalty, positive word-of-mouth recommendations, and ultimately, higher sales. Accessing New Markets and Customers Companies that prioritise ESG compliance in their supply chains gain a competitive advantage by accessing new markets and customers. Many governments, regulatory bodies, and organisations now demand ESG compliance in their procurement processes. By meeting these requirements, businesses can unlock opportunities to collaborate with public entities, large corporations, and socially responsible investors. This expanded customer base can lead to increased sales volumes, higher revenues, and improved profitability. Reducing Operational Costs ESG-compliant supply chains often result in lower operational costs over the long term. By adopting sustainable practices, businesses can reduce energy consumption, optimise resource utilisation, and minimise waste generation. These measures not only lower costs but also contribute to improved operational efficiency and productivity. For example, investing in energy-efficient technologies, such as renewable energy sources and energy-saving equipment, can lead to substantial savings in utility bills. Mitigating Risks and Ensuring Resilience Adopting ESG-compliant supply chains helps businesses mitigate risks and ensure long-term resilience. Climate change, resource scarcity, and social disruptions can significantly impact supply chain operations and disrupt business continuity. By embracing sustainability, organisations can proactively address these risks. Diversifying suppliers, assessing environmental vulnerabilities, and fostering stakeholder relationships can mitigate potential disruptions, safeguarding the supply chain against unforeseen events and reducing financial losses. Attracting and Retaining Top Talent Employees, especially millennials and Gen Z, prioritise working for companies that align with their values. Adopting ESG-compliant supply chains helps businesses attract and retain top talent. Employees are more likely to be engaged and motivated when they work for an organisation that demonstrates a commitment to environmental and social responsibility. Companies that prioritise sustainability in their operations create a positive work environment, which can lead to increased productivity, reduced turnover rates, and ultimately, lower recruitment and training costs. Anticipating Regulatory Changes The global shift toward sustainability is reflected in the tightening of regulatory frameworks. Governments are introducing stricter environmental and social regulations, and non-compliance can result in fines, reputational damage, and legal consequences. By proactively adopting ESG-compliant supply chains, businesses can stay ahead of regulatory changes, minimise compliance risks, and avoid costly penalties. Furthermore, companies that demonstrate a commitment to sustainability are more likely to influence future policy developments and shape regulations in a way that supports their business interests. Conclusion Switching to ESG-compliant supply chains is not just a moral imperative; it also brings significant economic benefits to businesses. Enhancing reputation, accessing new markets, reducing operational costs, mitigating risks, attracting top talent, and anticipating regulatory changes are all tangible advantages that contribute to long-term profitability and success. By integrating sustainability into their supply chains, companies can simultaneously contribute to a positive societal impact and drive sustainable economic growth.
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Absolutely! ESG compliance in supply chains is a win-win.
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This can result in increased sales and market share, ultimately boosting revenue and profitability.
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"We are weaving the sustainability narrative into the desirability and luxury narrative." High fashion giants are raising their powerful voices and creativity, & the voice of impact can be immense. Check out this great series: Voices of Impact, by LVMH & CFDA. A deep dive into the sustainability journey within the fashion industry. 💚 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_Oo9mp7A5A&list=PLa2TVR38PrS-ADD4JCaLkiDPU6GyeKUfu
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This is a good thing for the Fashion industry to speak about sustainability because they have a big part to play in climate crisis issues.
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climate change is progressing, extreme weather events are occurring more frequently. As I explained in Chapter 3 of my book “A Guide to a Healthier Planet”, extreme weather events include heat waves, tornadoes, wildfires, floods, and droughts. Not every country is affected by these events in the same way, meaning that some places will experience tornadoes more frequently while other places will be facing droughts more often and longer. Drought is different from most of the other extreme weather events as it can last a lot longer: often a decade or more. This can be caused by natural processes such as interactions between the ocean and atmosphere, heat waves, and El Niño. El Niño happens when deep water that normally rises to the surface in the Pacific Ocean remains deep. This means fewer nutrients and less cold water reach the surface, resulting in warmer, nutrient-poorer water. Apart from natural causes of droughts, other causes involve human behavior, such as fires and global warming caused by carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Global warming impacts droughts through increasing temperatures that cause more water from the ground to evaporate, and through reducing soil moisture, the amount of flowing water, and the water level in water storage areas such as streams and lakes. They can be categorized based on intensity: - Meteorological drought: a lack of precipitation such as rain and snow and depends on how much water in a certain area evaporates - Agricultural drought: a lack of water in the soil, causing low soil moisture and a lack of water for plants - Hydrological drought: a period of unusually low surface or underground water levels and a reduced water flow below and above the ground. This drought usually follows meteorological and agricultural drought - Socioeconomic drought: the inability to meet human needs because of water shortage As these types of drought differ in intensity, the impact differs as well. For example, while meteorological droughts affect terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, they usually don’t lead to a lack of drinking water for us. And this type of drought usually has a small impact on energy production. On the other end of the scale, socioeconomic droughts can for example lead to illness and conflicts, and in the worst case to death. Also, the impact differs between countries, across areas within countries, and within the population, especially when an area is unprepared for drought. This is how droughts can impact our health: 1. Water-related effects The first way droughts impact our health is through water-related effects. Even though less water is involved in a drought, the risk of diseases being spread by water is higher. This is because drought impacts not only water availability but also water quality. How water quality is affected by droughts is a complex mechanism that depends on climate and environmental conditions and watershed characteristics. A watershed is an area that drains rainwater or melted snow to streams, lakes, or wetlands. For example, when less water flows during drought, water stays in the same place for longer. This allows pollutants such as chemicals, metals, and other solid particles to gather in this stagnant water. And the number of harmful microorganisms have the opportunity to grow. This makes it more likely that we are affected by diseases. Unfortunately, climate change is expected to worsen these effects because harmful organisms are more likely to spread in warmer and saltier water (further reading: How does Climate Change Impacts Plants in Urban Environment). The number of nutrients decreases and water can become less clear during drought, too. This is because fewer nutrients can be transported to other areas, soil erodes more easily due to evaporating water, and internal processes such as nutrient cycling can be affected. Nutrient cycling involves exchanging nutrients between living organisms, the environment, and non-living components to support the life and growth of organisms. This can lead to reduced nutrients and oxygen in water, making plants and animals struggle to survive, and can make water unsafe to drink. While water availability and quality are reduced during droughts, the need for water can increase, for instance, to water plants. This is critical as it makes us more likely and maybe even force us to use unsafe water. This can in turn make us more likely to become ill. This is especially the case for poor populations with limited access to water and sanitation. 2. Food-related effects The second way droughts impact our health is through food-related effects. These effects are closely related to decreased food security and nutrition — in the worst case even starvation — during a drought. Especially low- and middle-income countries are affected because they have fewer opportunities to make up for food scarcity, for example because of poor transportation networks and limited access to other markets. Climate change is expected to increase food insecurity and malnutrition through droughts, which is critical as already about 1 in 3 people worldwide don’t have access to adequate food. This is because droughts cause fewer crops to grow, limit the availability of livestock, and affect fisheries. This means that both the quantity and quality of food in drought-affected areas change. Also, food prices will change because of limited availability, which will affect the quantity and quality of food people can afford. The consequences of limited quantity and quality of food — and the resulting under-nutrition — are far-reaching. For example, children who survive under-nutrition often suffer from long-term cognitive damage, physical underdevelopment, and a higher risk of infections, such as malaria. Also, pregnant women who are under-nourished have a higher risk of bearing early and giving birth to babies with low birth weight. And in all of us, undernutrition can lead to mental health issues, including more stress, anxiety, and depression. In extreme cases, these mental health issues can trigger suicide. 3. Virus-related effects The third way droughts impact our health is through virus-related effects. How droughts cause these effects is complex, as several changes can happen at the same time. For example, the number of viruses that are spread by mosquitoes can increase when storage containers are filled with limited available water. At the same time, the number of breeding grounds can decrease because droughts reduce the number of breeding grounds for mosquitoes in natural environments. Also, other animals that carry viruses are affected by droughts, such as ticks. Ticks thrive in wet environments, which means that their numbers decrease during droughts. 4. Air-related effects The fourth way droughts impact our health is through air-related effects. Air-related effects are caused by droughts because they impact air quality by increasing the concentration of air pollutants. For example because of more and more severe wildfires and dust. Inhaling these pollutants can block our airways, cause inflammation, and make blood more likely to form clots. This can lead to problems with our heart and blood vessels. In the worst case, it can even lead to death. These risks are especially high in cities that also suffer from other pollution sources, such as particles from vehicles that burn fuel. (Further reading on the impact of dust on our health: How Earthquake Debris Affects The Environment and Our Health) In this video, you can see a huge dust cloud in Parkes (United Kingdom). This cloud was caused by a strong low air pressure area, which picked up a lot of dust from the very dry ground: https://youtu.be/Esz6ne9x9yM Apart from inorganic particles, air pollutants can also include organic matter, such as harmful microorganisms, allergens, and fungi spores. They can irritate the lungs after inhaling them, and increase the chance of diseases, allergies, and infections. Such diseases are more likely to spread during droughts as they can more easily be carried by the wind. How we can take action So, climate change makes meteorological, agricultural, and hydrological drought worse by less rainfall and snow, and by higher temperatures that cause more water to evaporate. This affects us as this can turn into a socioeconomic drought, meaning that we don’t have enough water to meet our needs. But there are practical ideas of what you and I can do to prevent droughts and reduce the negative impact of droughts: - Installing a rain barrel to capture rainwater - Removing pollutants from water, for example by using plants and microorganisms (further reading: Chapter 11 of A Guide to a Healthier Planet: “Pollution Solutions: Removing Pollutants from Soil and Water”) - Reusing wastewater (further reading: 10 Technologies That Allow Us To Reuse Our Daily Wastewater) - Reducing water use, for example by washing at the sink or having shorter showers - Harvesting water when drinking water runs out (further reading: 2 Methods That Can Save Us When Freshwater Runs Out) - Educating yourself in resilient and sustainable agriculture - Voting for a political party that takes climate change seriously and puts solutions into practice Which one of these can you implement in your daily life? And do you have further ideas of what you and I could do? Thank you in advance for putting them into practice and sharing them in a comment to this question to inspire all of us. --- Did you enjoy this article? Then I’m sure you’ll love my book “A Guide to A Healthier Planet” as well. Have a peek inside the book at: https://www.sustainabledecisions.eu/guide-to-a-healthier-planet --- About the author Dr. Erlijn van Genuchten is a an internationally recognized environmental sustainability expert. She is a science communicator, helping scientists in the fields of nature and sustainability increase the outreach of their results and allowing us all to put scientific insights into practice and contribute to a sustainable future. Erlijn has inspired thousands of people around the world — for example — by supporting the United Nations with her expertise, her book “A Guide to A Healthier Planet” published by Springer Nature, her YouTube channel Xplore Nature, and her posts on social media. Credit Chivangulula, F. M., Amraoui, M., & Pereira, M. G. (2023). The Drought Regime in Southern Africa: A Systematic Review. Climate, 11(7), 147. Salvador, C., Nieto, R., Vicente-Serrano, S. M., García-Herrera, R., Gimeno, L., & Vicedo-Cabrera, A. M. (2023). Public health implications of drought in a climate change context: A critical review. Annual review of public health, 44, 213–232.
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If one day you woke up and discovered you were on a deserted island, what would you do https://love-tester.io ? If it were me, I would take my phone and play the game test lover, this game is so fun.
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This is quite informing...the issue of climate change and possible hazards that are likely to come up is well explained.there's actually alot that we can learn from this.
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This article does an excellent job of explaining the various types of droughts. I've gained new insights from it! Thank you, Dr. Erlijn!
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On Earth Day, We Don't Have Time celebrated its sixth anniversary by inviting representatives from nearly 100 leading financial companies in our network under the theme 'Move the Money.' The event was co-organized by our partner SPP, a leading Swedish occupational pension provider and a frontrunner in divesting from fossil fuels. Among the guests in the crowded room and online were representatives from many of the largest banks in the Nordics and other international banks, investors, and fund managers. Nick Nuttall, former UN spokesperson for the Paris Agreement, gave an insightful presentation on the role of climate finance in the UN negotiations since the Paris Agreement – and the big focus of finance at this year’s upcoming UN Climate conference COP29 in Baku. Boaz Paldi, Creative Director at the United Nations Development Programme, UNDP, talked about the creation of Weather Kids, the organization's new global campaign to raise climate awareness, and how this taps into We Don’t Have Time’s Move the Money campaign. Johanna Lundgren Gestlöf, Head of Sustainability at SPP, gave an investor view on biodiversity and ecocide, while Ingmar Rentzhog, CEO and founder of We Don’t Have Time, focused on the urgent need to shift investments at scale from the fossil fuel industry to green solutions. The event turned interactive when moderator Catarina Rolfsdotter-Jansson invited all on-site and online guests to participate in a workshop on climate and finance. The workshop included a Mentimeter poll and a discussion around the results. Here are some of the questions and reactions: For more on We Don’t Have Time’s coverage on climate and finance: - Move the Money campaign site - ”Without finance shifting, we won't make it”, feature story by Nick Nuttall, former UN spokesperson for the Paris Agreement - “We need a quantum leap this year in climate finance" – Full speech by Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary, UN Climate Change - New study in Nature: Climate-change damages could amount to $38 trillion per year by 2050 - Our interview with AP7 on active ownership in fossil fuel companies - Our interview with Jakob König, Head of Fair Finance Guide Sweden
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I've banked with Triodos for the last six years, but unfortunately they have just announced that they're withdrawing the overdraft facility from the personal current account. Can I afford to be ethical?
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More people need to know about the reality of climate change and its effects. Not enough know about it.
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The figure on screen is just disheartening.All that money being invested in coal,oil &gas companies is insane. If these resources were moved to green and renewable energy projects we would really be far.
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“On climate change, we often don't fully appreciate that it is a problem. We think it is a problem waiting to happen.” - Kofi Annan I was looking out the window today when I saw this bird trying to build a nest with twigs. When I first noticed the bird, it held a piece of twig four times the size of its whole body and was trying to walk fast enough to build momentum to fly up to its nest on a nearby tree. It made multiple attempts to fly but the twig kept falling off given its weight. The bird wouldn’t lose hope. I kept watching the bird struggle for a long time, but after several attempts, it finally managed to get the twig up to its nest. Imagine my happiness at the bird’s success! But then again, it is an everyday struggle for the bird, while it was a one-time watch for me. The point being? We lose hope and give up so soon at the sight of a little struggle and start complaining. But look at the bird. It has no option but to persevere. I saw a similar sight of perseverance at the Global Climate Strike held in Stockholm on the 19th of April, 2024. Our climate is getting hotter and we are starting to see some drastic changes to the planet which is neither good for us nor for our children. On an individual level, making any changes to the climate situation can seem too daunting and impossible to achieve. However, to the people who were part of the strike, this was not the case. They have this united belief that if they fight for this just cause, they will finally achieve what they aim: a cleaner and greener planet. Their hope and determination was contagious. Although not a part of the actual strike, I did walk alongside them to observe how the strike was proceeding. I noticed a man with his little daughter (she must have been about 3) in a stroller participating in the strike. The little girl was cold (it was zero degrees) so the father covered her up with a little shawl. It would have been much easier to leave the group and take shelter from the cold and nobody would have missed them. But both father and child felt their presence was necessary in this fight for a better climate future. I was amazed at their perseverance in the same way the bird with the twig amazed me! They both believe they are an important part of the solution, and we need more people like them. It was a two-kilometer walk in zero-degree temperature but the excitement and determination did not fall short. The sight of so many people with so many colorful banners and placards singing along to fight for a greener climate was extremely contagious. The walk began in Odenplan and ended at Sergels Torg in the heart of Stockholm where climate activists spoke about their fight against climate change for so many years, without fail, despite all odds. One lady, Matilda Bergström, famously known as Rebel Mama, was even deemed a security risk and a threat to democracy by the government because of her constant fight to claim a better future for the children of today and tomorrow! She is a part of the Mothers’ Rebellion for Climate Justice, fighting for the future of the children, both her own, and of the world. Although most of the speeches were in Swedish, and very little in English, therefore difficult for me to understand, the energy of the whole ensemble was so high, it was almost electric! As an individual I might feel inconsequential and hopeless at the incapability to make a change, but you have to be there to experience the determination of these people to demand a change to believe that all hope is not lost yet. Just like the bird, we also have to start realizing that we have no option but to persevere. We need more and more people to participate in this cause so we save our planet, because after all, there is no planet B, and all of us have to live on this one and only mass of rock and water. Learn more about the Global Climate Strike held in Stockholm last Friday: https://www.instagram.com/p/C58fD3HtO51/?igsh=MW4yN3BuMjIweHUxbg== https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7188162760470380545/
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Thanks for sharing Varsa, it was an honour to share this experience with you!
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These strikes and marches are so important. We often feel alone fighting against giants, but the strikes remind us that we are not alone and give us hope. Thanks for sharing how you experienced it!
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It's heartening to see individuals, like the father with his daughter, braving the cold to be part of the solution. 👨👧 Their actions inspire us to keep pushing forward despite the challenges. Let's continue to raise our voices and take action for a sustainable planet because there's no planet B. 🌿
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A recent study has unveiled a troubling reality: fewer than 60 multinational corporations bear the responsibility for over 50% of the world's plastic pollution, with 5 major players contributing a staggering quarter of this total. The Coca-Cola Company, PepsiCo, Nestlé, Danone, and Altria ... Congrats! You are top polluters. 🥳🎉 Led by Lisa Erdle from The 5 Gyres Institute, the study shows the direct link between plastic production and environmental degradation and proves once again that "production really is pollution." In the past 5 years, an international team meticulously collected and analysed over 1.87 million pieces of plastic waste across 84 countries. Shockingly, the bulk of this detritus comprised single-use packaging for food, beverages, and tobacco products. Despite growing public awareness and voluntary commitments by some corporations, plastic production continues to surge, with a mere 9% of plastic being recycled. As discussions on a UN Treaty for Plastic Pollution unfold, the study's findings reinforce the urgent need for a binding international agreement focusing on production measures. We can't keep producing fossil-based plastics that will end up polluting our environment and killing us slowly. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/apr/24/survey-finds-that-60-firms-are-responsible-for-half-of-worlds-plastic-pollution
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These companies should find better ways of packaging.. I believe they are aware of just how much plastics pollute the environment. They should for once be mindful of our biodiversity more than their profits.
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Great. Another reason to not buy Coca-Cola!
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Climate health over mild inconvenience.
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Esther Duflo, a Nobel Prize-winning economist, presented a proposal to the G20 summit that suggests taxing global corporations and the world’s top billionaires to raise money for climate adaptation in countries that are most impacted by the climate crisis. The tax would range from 15-20% for multinational corporations and 2% for the world's top 3,000 billionaires. These 2 taxes could raise up to $400 billion per year for a loss, damage, and adaptation fund. “Richer citizens emit much more than poorer citizens,” Duflo wrote in her proposal to the G20. But the brunt of extreme heat will be felt by poorer citizens who tend to live in hotter regions of the world. “Moreover, poverty makes it harder to adapt to warm temperatures,” she said. This is the first time that a climate tax also aiming to address inequalities has been suggested and proposed to leaders of G20. This is pretty good that someone with such renown would advocate this. Read more: https://heated.world/p/nobel-prize-winning-economist-calls?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=2473&post_id=143911851&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&token=eyJ1c2VyX2lkIjoxMTYzNzY0MywicG9zdF9pZCI6MTQzOTExODUxLCJpYXQiOjE3MTM5NTY5NTQsImV4cCI6MTcxNjU0ODk1NCwiaXNzIjoicHViLTI0NzMiLCJzdWIiOiJwb3N0LXJlYWN0aW9uIn0.M0dcmE4UD8Ne_P9QLT4CZ4-NEGCSKBo2pmKp4LlEyvQ&r=6xfnv&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=email
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A very brilliant proposal that should be adopted. The taxes are very reasonable and most of these conglomerates actually cause so much emissions so its only fair.
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This is a tough measure that is welcome for the sake of our environment. I hope the proposal tabled by @EstherDuflo will be adopted by the G20 members. However it is important to note that funds from this should be well utilised.
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This is exactly the kind of bold leadership we need on climate change. $400 billion a year for adaptation could make a HUGE difference.
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Benefiting from the constant efforts of the Paris City Hall to make the French capital greener and better for life overall, Paris now sees more people commuting via bicycle than car. https://www.forbes.com/sites/carltonreid/2024/04/06/french-revolution-cyclists-now-outnumber-motorists-in-paris
French Revolution: Cyclists Now Outnumber Motorists In Paris
Official measurements have found that Paris is rapidly becoming a city of cyclists.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/carltonreid/2024/04/06/french-revolution-cyclists-now-outnumber-motorists-in-paris
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woooonderful, hope many will follow this fantastic example....
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Great news!! Increasing number of cyclists in Paris aligns with the global movement towards creating a more sustainable and environmentally friendly urban environment. This shift reflects a growing preference for alternative modes of transportation that reduce reliance on fossil fuels and promote cleaner, healthier commuting options.
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The shift towards more people commuting by bicycle than by car is a testament to the success of their initiatives in promoting sustainable transportation options.
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The president of Democratic Republic of Congo or his government should highlight and take needed action in the link between illegal logging, corruption, and conflict in the eastern DRC. The goverment of DRC should emphasize its detrimental effects on governance and livelihoods. It underscores how corrupt officials collaborate with loggers, perpetuating a cycle of abuse of public power for private gain. Additionally, the loss of tax revenue worsens the situation, depriving communities of essential resources. Illicit logging not only causes environmental degradation but also contributes to social issues such as human trafficking and child labor. This report calls for concerted efforts to dismantle criminal networks and hold government-embedded actors accountable to address the root causes of the problem. Additionally, the goverment of Congo should inform and warn the Chinese government whose it's people facilitate this illegal trade be success according to the below published report. Kenyan government too and Uganda goverment they should be informed to check all papers in their boarders too about the role of international demand, including from China, in driving the illicit timber trade and exacerbating the problem. I feel all this governments have a responsibility to take action to address these issues, including strengthening law enforcement, implementing regulations to curb illegal logging, and promoting sustainable forestry practices. Below is the link-:) https://adf-magazine.com/2024/04/corruption-in-logging-decimates-drc-forests-to-feed-foreign-markets/?twclid=2-2e7gpev60qx3r3xp1kbrru59
Corruption in Logging Decimates DRC Forests to Feed Foreign Markets - Africa Defense Forum
ADF STAFF A new four-part investigation by the Pulitzer Center Rainforest Investigations Network and The Africa Report shows how trees felled in the Democratic Republic of the Congo make their way across borders with the help of official corruption and a lack of oversight. The report details how mahogany and other species of trees are […]
https://adf-magazine.com/2024/04/corruption-in-logging-decimates-drc-forests-to-feed-foreign-markets/?twclid=2-2e7gpev60qx3r3xp1kbrru59
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The failure of the Democratic Republic of Congo's government to address illegal logging, corruption, and conflict in the eastern region is appalling.
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This is despicable.. Corruption at the expense of future generations? The president owes an apology to the people of DRC and this needs to end
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Another day, another setback in the fight against climate climate, and another climate villain. The winner of this "Oh you really thought I couldn't do anything worse for the climate" award? Unilever 🥳 Unilever has now decided to scale back its environmental and social pledges. Yes, you read me right. Amidst the climate crisis and rising social inequalities, Unilever just decided to give up, give up on our planet, give up on humans, give up on our future. On April 19, Unilever's CEO, Hein Schumacher, confirmed plans to water down the company’s ethical pledges on a range of issues including plastic usage and equal pay. Yes, just like that. But who cares about ethics huh? Unilever is one of the largest users of plastic packaging and had previously promised to halve its use of virgin plastics by 2025. Instead (yes, again another broken promise), it will now aim for a reduction of 1/3 by 2026. This means about 100,000 tonnes (!) more fresh plastic will be produced and wasted yearly. Oh, but this isn't all. The company is also abandoning a pledge to pay direct suppliers a living wage by 2030. I mean yeah, who cares about humans being able to afford living huh... (!!!) It is also dropping a commitment that 5% of its workforce will be made of people with disabilities by 2025. Their excuse? Blablabla we receive pressure from shareholders in corporations (banks, oil companies, etc.) to cut costs and focus more on stock market performance than green projects. That makes sense, right? Money matters way more than our future, our planet, and our fellow humans! But congratulations to Unilever for being a liar and climate villain! This is why we should never trust companies and believe in their pledges unless they are actually ACTING on them 🤡 Read more: https://amp-theguardian-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/amp.theguardian.com/business/2024/apr/19/unilever-to-scale-back-environmental-and-social-pledges
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Why pledge in the first place if you never meant to honor the pledge?
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It is a shame to see Unilever in this category ... something needs to change urgently
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It truly is heartbreaking to witness such actions, especially considering the urgency of addressing climate change and social inequalities. It's important for individuals and organizations to continue advocating for sustainable practices and ethical commitments to safeguard the well-being of our planet and its inhabitants.
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Shortly after J.P. Morgan exited the UN Climate Action 100+, they continued their investments in fossil fuels and began advocating that phasing out fossil fuels is too difficult and costly. However, this claim is the exact opposite of the truth. According to a new scientific paper published in Nature, the cost of global warming exceeding 2 degrees Celsius could reach $38 trillion USD per year. In contrast, investing $4.5 trillion USD per year in clean energy until 2030 is needed to keep warming under 1.5 degrees Celsius. J.P. Morgan has the financial resources and influence to make the right choices. However, they are not thinking long-term, and therefore, we, their clients, need to move our money to financial institutions that are making the right choices. If you had to choose between paying $38 trillion USD annually or investing $4.5 trillion USD now, what would you do? For me, the choice is very simple. It is not only the best financial decision, but it is also the choice where we opt for life over a dystopian future. Source: JP Morgan: https://www.ft.com/content/352b38a7-f298-4b54-adc2-f4cc1b17444b Source 38 trillion USD needed if we fail: https://www.axios.com/2024/04/18/climate-change-damages-38-trillion
JPMorgan warns of need for ‘reality check’ on phasing out fossil fuels
US bank says higher interest rates, inflation and global conflict have dented outlook for energy transition
https://www.ft.com/content/352b38a7-f298-4b54-adc2-f4cc1b17444b
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JP Morgan should make the right decisions and fund clean energy projects, if not let's movethemoney
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