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The global economy depends on clean air

GreenBiz

To repair our economy and ensure its resilience, we can — and we must — solve for public and planetary health at the same time. COVID-19 COVID-19

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Navigating the Complex Web of Corporate Sustainability: The Role of Due Diligence in a Globalized Economy

Environment + Energy Leader

A new report published by GRI explores the relationship between due diligence and sustainability reporting, offering insights into the current state of play within the global policy landscape.

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What your T-shirt reveals about ‘carbon colonialism’ and the global economy’s vast hidden emissions

Environmental News Bits

Even producing a single T-shirt relies on coordinating an array of interconnected supply chains, … Continue reading What your T-shirt reveals about ‘carbon colonialism’ and the global economy’s vast hidden emissions.

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NatWest: SLBs 'evolving' despite volatile global economy

Environmental Finance

The sustainability-linked bond (SLB) market will continue to evolve as it diversifies to include issuers in previously underrepresented sectors, despite a volatile macro backdrop, an executive at NatWest bank has said

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Can the global economy support nature?

Eco-Business

Economic systems need fundamental change if the biodiversity crisis is to be overcome, a landmark UK government review has concluded

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Heat waves driven by climate change have cost global economy trillions since 1990s

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Researchers report that more severe heat waves resulting from global warming have already cost the world economy trillions of dollars since the early 1990s -- with the world's poorest and lowest carbon-emitting nations suffering the most.

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The bar for corporate climate leadership is rising

GreenBiz

The 3,000+ companies taking action with Science Based Targets now represent more than one-third of the global economy

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Davos 2023: Time to Rethink the Role of the World Economic Forum?

Impakter

Stephen Hare Business Climate Change Global Leaders Green Finance Politics & Foreign Affairs Davos economic crisis global economy green economy WEF World Economic Forum world leadersImpakter Davos 2023: Time to Rethink the Role of the World Economic Forum?

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GreenFin 22: GreenBiz Studio feat. Carl Prins (Pathzero)

GreenBiz

Carl Prins discusses how the role of technology in managing financed emissions in private markets can accelerate the decarbonization of the global economy This video is sponsored by Pathzero.

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Investing in Water Stewardship

3BL Media

Further global warming will exacerbate freshwater shortages in much of the world, although increasing evaporation and higher average precipitation will benefit some regions. SOURCE: GreenMoney Journal.

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'Every fraction of warming matters': Top scientists warn of irreversible climate impacts

GreenBiz

Another landmark report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change provides stark warnings but stresses that rapidly putting the global economy on course to net-zero emissions by 2050 could hugely reduce escalating impacts

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Career-Long Lessons from a Once-in-a-Lifetime Disruption

Daniel Burrus

For some, the post-coronavirus “new normal” is a frightening concept that rattles their status quo, while others are taking this moment to seize new opportunities afforded to us by a global disruption, as COVID-19 has proven to be.

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Anticipatory Leaders and Accelerated Hard Trends

Daniel Burrus

These leaders also know that technology-driven Hard Trends have all dramatically accelerated during the global pandemic. Unfortunately, the virus that triggered this global pandemic has not gone away and, to date, has no cure.

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WBCSD and WWF Join Forces to Accelerate Business Action on Nature, With Focus on Forestry and Fishing

WWF Sustainability

Our global economy must not just become net zero but also nature positive

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Global Financial Inclusion Index from Principal® Develops Benchmark for Financial Security and Inclusion Across Global Economies

3BL Media

Nordic Europe, and Hong Kong, according to the inaugural Global Financial Inclusion Index (Index) sponsored by Principal Financial Group ®. Financial inclusion is foundational to global economic progress. Global Financial Inclusion Index. .

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Rethinking food packaging can dent the plastic pollution crisis

GreenBiz

Although the global economy is increasingly wrapped in plastic, companies of all sizes are dramatically reducing their use of it. Circular Economy Food & Agriculture Plastic Waste Pollution Prevention

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WBCSD and WWF Join Forces to Accelerate Business Action on Nature, With Focus on Deforestation and Overfishing

WWF Sustainability

Our global economy must not just become net zero but also nature positive

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The promise and peril of the metaverse

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The metaverse has the potential to radically transform the digital—and globaleconomy, but many questions remain. Digital Insights Digital Disruptive Technology Innovation Cloud computing

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Solar’s stunning journey from lab curiosity to global juggernaut wiping out fossil fuels

Renew Economy

Leading solar researcher predicts technology will "wipe fossil fuels" out of the global economy, and help deliver a resilient, reliable and extremely cheap energy grid.

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Carney-Led Climate Group Asks Investors to ‘Make Good’ on Net Zero

Alaistair Marsh

GFANZ says it provides template for how financial firms can help the global economy pivot to clean energy from fossil fuels. world

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Economic conditions outlook, September 2022

McKinsey Sustainabilty

In stormy weather, survey respondents maintain realism about the global economy. While geopolitical conflicts and inflation remain top of mind, concerns about energy volatility predominate in Europe. Strategy & Corporate Finance Insights Strategy Economic Studies

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Green Skies Ahead: The Rise of Sustainable Aviation

Environment + Energy Leader

By 2038, global air transport is forecast to support 143 million jobs and contribute $6.3 trillion to the global economy. The aviation market is expected to grow significantly in the coming decades.

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Into the storm: CFOs pivot to managing financial headwinds

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The latest McKinsey Global Survey shows that CFOs have been reshuffling priorities as the global economy grapples with a slew of financial risks.

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How inflation is flipping the economic script

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The troubling trend is spilling over into every corner of the global economy, with dramatic effects. McKinsey Global Publishing looks into the stories emerging from the data. Inflation Global forces

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Copper Supply Gaps to Challenge Net-Zero Goals, Study Predicts

Environment + Energy Leader

Such a supply gap would have broader consequences across the global economy, disrupting supply chains for both energy transition and non-energy transition industries, the study says.

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Brunel: Confronting social and climate issues together is 'critical'

Environmental Finance

Handling social issues like diversity alongside climate change will be crucial in the transition to a low-carbon global economy, a Brunel Pension Partnership executive has said

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Deloitte: Inaction on Climate Change Could Cost World Economy $178 Trillion by 2070

Environment + Energy Leader

A new report from the Deloitte Center for Sustainable Progress (DCSP) released today during the World Economic Forum's annual meeting indicates that—if left unchecked—climate change could cost the global economy $178 trillion over the next 50 years.

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How to reduce carbon emissions from trucking and logistics ?

Energy Central

Trucking and logistics play a critical role in the global economy, but they also contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions. In an effort to combat climate change, it is imperative to reduce the carbon footprint of the transportation industry.

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Climate warming could deepen environmental injustice in urban areas

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Extreme heat events could become more intense and frequent both locally and globally, increasing the risk of harm to health and global economies, according to a new study

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The green hidden gem – Brazil’s opportunity to become a sustainability powerhouse

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Brazil could potentially become a key player in the global economy’s decarbonization process while driving sustainable inclusive growth. All Insights

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Copper Supply Gaps to Challenge Net-Zero Goals, Study Predicts

Environment + Energy Leader

Such a supply gap would have broader consequences across the global economy, disrupting supply chains for both energy transition and non-energy transition industries, the study says.

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How to build back better: 8 ways sustainable businesses can survive in the post-Covid era

Eco-Business

The Covid-19 pandemic has infected the global economy. Here's how sustainability can help businesses weather the storm ahead

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Deloitte: Inaction on Climate Change Could Cost World Economy $178 Trillion by 2070

Environment + Energy Leader

A new report from the Deloitte Center for Sustainable Progress (DCSP) released today during the World Economic Forum's annual meeting indicates that—if left unchecked—climate change could cost the global economy $178 trillion over the next 50 years.

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BP hits the brakes on transition away from fossil fuels

Corporate Knights

This was an increase from the 19% of BP's investments that were classified as sustainable in 2021, according to Corporate Knights sustainable economy intelligence. They are stewards of the global economy and should realize that the only formal power they have is the power of the vote.”

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Definitive Guide to ESG

GreenBiz

By proactively addressing impacts of ESG, like climate change, companies can better predict future innovation to avoid supply chain disruption by advancing ways in which materials are sourced and ensuring the global economy drives value creation with ESG elements in mind.

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GreenFin 22: Acting Now on Net Zero: A Conversation With Mark Carney

GreenBiz

Transitioning the global economy to net-zero emissions may be the most Herculean task modern society has faced. To sustain a healthy society, strong economy and dignified life on earth, there is no other viable option.

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Why the cost of climate change can’t be boiled down to one right number, despite some economists’ best attempts

Environmental News Bits

The consultancy Deloitte estimates that unchecked climate change could cost the global economy US$178 trillion over the next 50 years. by Matthew E.

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Lowercarbon doubles down on fusion energy with $250 million fund

Impact Alpha

25 – As global economies electrify and new solutions like carbon capture and water desalination come online, power demand could triple. ImpactAlpha, Oct.

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Measuring biodiversity impact and risk: a new focus in ESG disclosure

Greenstone

The risks resulting from a loss of nature and changes to natural capital have the potential to disrupt society and the stability of the global economy.

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Climate change’s attention deficit disorder

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story in GreenBiz. Remember climate change? It’s not an entirely facetious question.

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The Riddle Of Non-Nord Stream Return.

Energy Central

“Refrain from being tempted to resurrect a project with a corrupt geopolitical and immoral history that has the global economy mired in a crisis with no way out.

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News round-up, March 15, 2023 by GERMÁN & CO

Energy Central

SVB creditors form group ahead of possible bankruptcy - WSJ Now, the question really begs asking: Where is the global economy heading? Editor's thoughts… In the world of Silicon Valley geniuses, anything is possible,finding God, Cleopatra's tomb.

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News round-up, March 14, 2023 by GERMÁN & CO

Energy Central

Editor's thoughts… Where is the global economy heading? Can Latin America withstand a potential new banking crisis?

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