News about greenwashing on 2021-06-14
A website that digs deep into sustainability
A new website is being launched to promote sustainability in a bid to make it more accessible and understandable for the public, according to the company behind the paperboard packaging firm, Finland's giant Swedish paper board, and the environmental industry.
Source: printweek.in
Published on 2021-06-14
Aaron Farrugia rejects greenwashing label : supreme planning policy being reviewed
Malta’s environment minister has rejected claims that the Labour government does not change the height limits on the main avenues of the capital, Malta, in the wake of a massive city centre scheme being proposed by the DB Group.
Source: maltatoday.com.mt
Published on 2021-06-14
Crikey Worm : Climate of change ?
Leaders of the G7 summit have announced a raft of ambitious announcements, including the end of coal for electricity and cutting carbon emissions. But what does this mean for the global economy, and what is the impact of Covid-19?
Source: crikey.com.au
Published on 2021-06-14
G - 7 leaders agree on vaccines , China and taxing corporations
Leaders of the G-7 wealthy nations have pledged a billion coronavirus vaccine doses to poorer countries during their first face-to-face meeting in England. The BBC’s Chris Stokel-Walker looks back at the challenges facing the group.
Source: columbian.com
Published on 2021-06-14
G - 7 leaders pledge 1B COVID - 19 vaccines to countries
The G-7 group of wealthy nations has pledged a vaccine to help developing countries fight climate change and raise confidence in their neighbours, the British prime minister has told the BBC's Chris Stokel-Walker reports.
Source: fox32chicago.com
Published on 2021-06-14
G - 7 pledge : Money for global health , green energy , infrastructure
The leaders of the world’s wealthy nations have promised a global vaccine to help developing countries fight climate change, as they held their first face-to-face meeting in two years.The G-7 summit has been held in England on Sunday.
Source: csmonitor.com
Published on 2021-06-14
Impact investing grows to address problems raised by pandemic
The impact investing market is growing, according to a report from the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIT). The estimated value of the impact investment market globally is at $70bn (£71 billion) - the largest share of assets under management.
Source: pionline.com
Published on 2021-06-14
Letter : Dont be greenwashed
Scientists say they are concerned that burning biofuels for energy is "an environmental disaster" because it releases more carbon back into the atmosphere than replacement biomass, according to a new report from the US Environmental Protection Agency.
Source: qctimes.com
Published on 2021-06-14
Public Benefit Corporations Flourish In The Public Markets
It's a year when public benefit corporations (PBCs) in the public markets became the reality. But what does this mean for those who want to take advantage of the benefits of their stakeholders, asks Chris Stokel-Walker.
Source: forbes.com
Published on 2021-06-14
Rebellion in Cornwall : G - 7 Protesters in Theatrical Acts Against Climate Change !
Extinction Rebellion has taken to the streets of Cornwall and Falmouth to mark the G7 summit in Carbis Bay, where the leaders of the UK, US, Germany, Italy, France and Canada have gathered for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic.
Source: albawaba.com
Published on 2021-06-14
Supersonic flights : Empty promises or the start of a new era ? | Business| Economy and finance news from a German perspective | DW
The world's biggest airlines have just ordered hundreds of supersonic airliners. But what does this mean for passenger flights? The BBC looks at the latest twists in a long-haul aircraft project which could be successful.
Source: dw.com
Published on 2021-06-14
The Importance And Recent Development Of Traceability
The word "sustainability" has long been a catch-all, but it has already become an outdated word. Why is it so controversial and why does it really mean sustainability? The BBC's Chris Stokel-Walker explains.
Source: fibre2fashion.com
Published on 2021-06-14
The rush to go electric comes with a hidden cost : destructive lithium mining | Thea Riofrancos
In order to stave off the worst of the accelerating climate crisis, we need to rapidly reduce carbon emissions. To do so, energy systems around the world must transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, writes the BBC’s environmental correspondent Stephanie Hegarty.
Source: theguardian.com
Published on 2021-06-14
To Ward Off Climate Disaster , Fix Carbon Markets
Companies could be able to cut their carbon emissions in the next few years, according to a new report. But what does this mean for the industry, asks Tom de Castella, who is leading the debate on the future of the firm.
Source: marketwatch.com
Published on 2021-06-14
Tobacco race : | Media for Freedom
Bluehost is a broadcasting company based on the Isle of Man, which owns the internet content of millions of people. Powered by Bluehosts, Blue Host has been given permission to use the web service to promote their programming.
Source: mediaforfreedom.com
Published on 2021-06-14
Tons of potentially toxic microplastics are covering Sri Lanka western coastline
Sri Lanka is facing one of the worst environmental disasters in its history after tons of plastic pellets have washed up ashore near the capital, Colombo. The BBC's Geeta Pandey looks at what happened and what is going on.
Source: greenpeace.org
Published on 2021-06-14
Will Tokyo 2020 be the greenest Olympics ?
The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games has been dedicated to help build a more sustainable society, according to the organisers of the Games. But what does it mean for those involved with the events? They have been told they will be able to ensure sustainability is prioritised.
Source: eandt.theiet.org
Published on 2021-06-14