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The ‘S’ in ESG gains currency

GreenBiz

The ‘S’ in ESG gains currency. The S in ESG is definitely gaining currency. Manjit Jus. Mon, 02/08/2021 - 01:00. This article originally appeared in the State of Green Business 2021. You can download the entire report here. Two important areas are gender equality and human rights.

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Bitcoin’s beefy carbon problem – and how other crypto currencies might avoid it

Renew Economy

The post Bitcoin’s beefy carbon problem – and how other crypto currencies might avoid it appeared first on RenewEconomy. New analysis finds Bitcoin as damaging to the planet as some of the world’s most dirtiest industries, including beef, gas and oil. But an answer could be in the ether.

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What is central bank digital currency (CBDC)?

McKinsey Sustainabilty

CBDCs are digital currencies issued by central banks. Their value is linked to the issuing country’s official currency.

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10 Ways LBX is Changing Crypto Currency's Reputation

3BL Media

DESCRIPTION: Sustainable crypto is joining the blockchain space, and the Land Betterment Exchange (LBX) is helping the environment with its green currency initiatives. These currencies, such as $LBX, have dedicated eco-initiatives. Here are 10 ways LBX is leveling the crypto game: 1.

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Crypto for good? Digital currencies hold potential to further financial inclusion

GreenBiz

Among crypto’s widely touted benefits are financial efficiency and inclusion, but drawbacks like high volatility, lack of regulation and anonymity that can lead to potentially nefarious financing, cause detractors to caution against it.

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For High-Tech Supply Chains, CO2 Emission Tracking Is Sustainable Business Currency

3BL Media

CO2 is the new currency for resilient, sustainable supply chains,” said Kaufmann. During each phase of life, the product emits CO2, increasing a company’s total carbon footprint over time. Tracking this level of tonnage with accuracy and consistency is the next frontier in sustainable business.

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Central bank digital currencies: An active role for commercial banks

McKinsey Sustainabilty

With central banks increasingly exploring central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), now is the time for commercial banks to establish their role in a fast-changing landscape.

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