Breaking News

Ready to take your business to the next level?

Your Ads Here (320x 320 area)

$4 Trillion is New Annual Financial Target to Save Sustainable Development Goals

أبريل 30, 2024 لا توجد تعليقات

African Development Bank Group President Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina has emphasized the critical need for significantly increased financing to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Speaking at the Islamic Development Bank’s 50th anniversary celebrations in Riyadh, he highlighted a growing annual financial shortfall of $4 trillion, a gap that threatens to

Earthx2024: Uniting Global Environmental Leaders for Sustainable Solutions

أبريل 29, 2024 لا توجد تعليقات

In a pivotal gathering that took place during Earth Week, Earthx2024 emerged as a critical platform for environmental leaders from across the globe to discuss, deliberate, and devise strategies aimed at safeguarding our planet and its vulnerable communities. The annual event organized by EarthX in Dallas, Texas, was buzzing with

UN Global Compact meets at the EU Parliament to advance corporate sustainability

أبريل 25, 2024 لا توجد تعليقات

In the European Parliament today, the United Nations Global Compact organized a conference bringing together Members of the European Parliament, representatives of the European Commission, leading companies of the UN Global Compact as well as the Executive Directors of the UN Global Compact Local Networks across Europe for a pivotal

First Person: Crafting a new life after a devastating hurricane

Resilience Rising: Crafting New Life in Dominica After Hurricane

أبريل 25, 2024 لا توجد تعليقات

Vanessa Winston’s home and business in the Caribbean island of Dominica were destroyed by Hurricane Maria in 2017. Starting from scratch, the mother of four fought back and today, with UN support, she has rebuilt her life. 44-year-old Vanessa Winston lives in Roseau, the capital of Dominica, where she runs

New UNECE guidebook on critical minerals for sustainable energy transition to support intergenerational action

Youth Guide Unveils Sustainable Practices for Critical Minerals in a Clean Energy Shift

أبريل 25, 2024 لا توجد تعليقات

Critical minerals are essential for the energy transition as are intergenerational equity in resource management and the engagement of youth. With this in mind “Critical Minerals for the Sustainable Energy Transition: A Guidebook to Support Intergenerational Action” was launched today at the UNECE Resource Management Week 2024. This guidebook serves as

Plastics vs Planet: Searching for Solutions

أبريل 24, 2024 لا توجد تعليقات

Key Impact Points: As you settle down to read this article, take a look around you. How many items made of plastic can you see? The chances are, there are a lot. Plastic is one of the most ubiquitous materials we manufacture – and we’re making more of it than

EU Parliament Approves Landmark Environmental, Human Rights “Due Diligence” Directive

أبريل 24, 2024 لا توجد تعليقات

Key Impact Points In a landmark decision, the European Parliament has overwhelmingly approved new regulations aimed at ensuring corporate accountability and environmental stewardship. With 374 votes in favor, 235 against, and 19 abstentions, the “due diligence” directive represents a significant step towards holding companies accountable for their impact on society

2024: A Milestone Year for Sustainability as Green Bonds Lead the Charge Towards $1 Trillion

أبريل 23, 2024 لا توجد تعليقات

Key Impact Points: S&P Global Ratings recently released its global bond forecast for 2024, shedding light on the trajectory of sustainable bond issuance. Despite macroeconomic uncertainties, the forecast suggests a cautiously optimistic outlook for the sustainable finance market. According to the report, GSSSB issuance is expected to experience modest growth,

WEF: Nine solutions for Cities to Cut Carbon Emissions in Construction

أبريل 23, 2024 لا توجد تعليقات

Key Impact Points A report released today by the World Economic Forum’s Centre for Urban Transformation features best practices developed by pioneer cities that are reducing carbon emissions from urban development projects. As cities grow in population and importance, urban construction will continue to gather pace. It is estimated that the global

Celebrating Earth Day 2024: Accelerating Our Response to Rapidly Changing Oceans

Earth Day 2024: Harnessing Hope to Restore the Oceans

أبريل 23, 2024 لا توجد تعليقات

Janet Coit, Assistant Administrator for NOAA Fisheries, discusses how NOAA Fisheries is accelerating our response to climate impacts on marine resources thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act. Each Earth Day, we pause to appreciate all that our planet gives us. We also think about what we can do to better conserve