Sustainability & Wellbeing

This category is Sustainability & Wellbeing, exploring strategies for corporate responsibility, environmental impact, and workplace wellness. It features expert insights on sustainable business practices, employee well-being, and innovative solutions for a healthier, more ethical future.

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Fire & Shield: A Simple Blueprint for Sustainable Leadership 

By Elize Dimare and Johnny Sørensen The Fire & Shield model simplifies leadership by balancing two principles: FIRE, representing ambition and creativity, and SHIELD, embodying...
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Effects of Climate Change on Small Ponds

Climate change and its effects on the ecosystem is a worldwide crisis that cannot be ignored. It has affected agricultural practices in all dimensions,...
Carbon Emissions

Why & How to Measure Your Carbon Emissions Early

Measuring carbon emissions might seem “optional”, but you’ll gain significant advantages from it in the short and long-term. Here, we give you a step-by-step...
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Leading the Future: Siamese Asset’s Award-Winning Commitment to Green Building and Sustainable Living

Siamese Asset has emerged as a visionary leader in Thailand's real estate market, demonstrating a consistent devotion to sustainable living and innovation. Their recent...
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Investing in Sustainable Agriculture for Climate Mitigation and Food Security 

By Indiana Lee The agricultural industry must switch to a more sustainable business model in the face of climate change; climate-resistant farming, reduced carbon reliance,...
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Is Fusion Energy the Key to a Net Zero World? 

By Aleksei Zolotarev  As global efforts to reach net-zero emissions intensify, the potential of fusion energy to revolutionise this effort is becoming a critical discussion...
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The Future of Corporate Responsibility: 15 Companies Leading the Charge in 2024

In today’s world, businesses are no longer evaluated purely on profit margins. Consumers, especially Millennials and Gen Z, expect corporations to adopt socially responsible...
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The Plastics Crisis is Worsening. Here is how the EU – and you –...

The world produces 57 million tonnes of plastic waste annually—enough to fill New York’s Central Park to the height of the Empire State Building. Our...
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Evolution Sustainability Group Expands To EU and UK Markets as Emerging Building Standards Create...

Evolution has opened an office in Amsterdam, with a UK office to follow, to provide energy management, engineering, and sustainability consulting and implementation services. The...
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The Roadmap to Carbon Neutrality: A Practical Guide for Property Leaders

As property leaders face growing pressure to reduce their carbon footprints, many are committing to carbon neutrality. While the goal may seem daunting, achieving...
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Decarbonizing the Construction Industry: A Case Study of the Eiffage Platform and Circularity Strategies

By Hervé Legenvre and Bertrand Touzet Introduction   This article explores the role of platforms and circularity strategies in mitigating climate change generated by the construction industry....
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Ecotourism and Sustainable Development: New Trends in the Global Tourism Business

In recent years, attention to issues of sustainable development and ecology has increased significantly. More and more tourists and companies in the tourism sector...
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Waste Management: What It Is And Ways Your Business Can Do Better

In current environmentally charged conversations, businesses and the amount of waste they generate cannot be swept under carpets. As much as a lot of...
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How Organisations Can Create Meaningful Innovation and Lasting Social Change 

By Irene Bengo   In the last decades, we have witnessed a profound change in the way of doing business because companies have been increasingly asked...

How Sustainability Reporting Levels the Playing Field 

By Ries Breijer and Michael Erkens Despite facing criticism, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) represents a significant step in holding companies accountable for their...
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Sustainability is at the Top of Corporate Agendas Around the World 

Until recently, efforts to combat climate change and, consequently, global warming or to improve education in underserved neighborhoods used to be a matter of...
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Hospitality Industry Need to Utilize Data to Become More Sustainable 

By Dr. Carlos Martin-Rios The hospitality industry is responsible for 15 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, and according to the Global Hotel Decarbonization Report published...
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Chocolate Dreams, Farmer Nightmares: Unveiling the Harsh Realities of the Cocoa Trade 

By Kenneth D. Johnson Ivory Coast and Ghana, the world's top two cocoa producers, combined contribute two-thirds of the world's cocoa beans, the main ingredient...
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Green Gaming: How Online Casinos are Adopting Sustainable Practices

The world has grown more conscious about its climate and how changes are being experienced. Global warming has been changing the planet, with rising...
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From Cradle to Manager: Children’s Books as a Pathway to Build Emotional Intelligence and...

By Jason Woldt and Mary Sue Woldt What makes a great leader? Can children be trained for leadership right from the cradle? In this article,...
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Engaging Stakeholders for Circular Economy Success

By Arne De Keyser, Katrien Verleye, Néomie Raassens, and Alex Alblas Leading companies such as Philips, Renault, and IKEA are embracing circular business models to reduce...
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Women’s Rights in Indonesia

By Kathryn Robinson The 32-year rule of the Suharto New Order regime (1966-98) socially engineered gender roles in the service of authoritarian rule. The democratic...
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GIE Drives Energy Security and Transparency in the European Energy Market

Gas Infrastructure Europe (GIE) is the primary association for the European gas infrastructure industry. GIE facilitates seamless reporting of critical data to the European...
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Revolutionizing Energy: The MILC Metaverse & ION Power Grid’s Spectacular Vision for a Greener...

Energy powers our every move, and the way we generate, distribute, and consume this vital resource is undergoing an insanely-cool transformation. MILC Metaverse, a...
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4 Truly Sustainable Companies That Are Making an Impact on Our Lives

In today's world, sustainability represents the profound reorientation towards maintaining our planet for future generations. Among the myriad of companies striving for a greener...
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Can Green Technology be Cheap and Affordable? Getting to Grips with the Cost of...

By Vlad Batkhin The global green technology and sustainability market was valued at $28.6 billion (€26.8 billion) in 2023 with Europe currently at the forefront...

The Value of Dyslexic Thinking 

By Kate Griggs The story behind Made by Dyslexia   One in five people are dyslexic – that’s 20 percent of the global population. And despite...
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How Smart Sensors Can Help Concrete Construction Businesses Go Green

In today's world, environmental sustainability is more important than ever. Concrete construction companies face pressure to reduce their carbon footprint and adopt eco-friendly practices....
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The Best Strategies to Reduce Waste in Your Business

Each business on this planet generates waste, even if it comes in the form of paper, plastic, or more hazardous toxic waste that is...
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The Power of Sustainable Finance: A Dialogue with Saad Kassis Mohamed

In this interview with TEBR, Saad Kassis Mohamed, Chairman of WeCare LLC, an organisation committed to sustainable development and social impact, discusses some of...
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The Core Principles of Comprehensive CSR Evaluations

Gone are the days where businesses only needed to focus on profitability above all else. These days you can’t go to any website without...
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Sustainability and Eco-Friendly Practices in Automated Packaging

In a world where we are constantly pushing to look after our planet, businesses are trying to do all they can to reduce their...
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Essential Criteria for Selecting a Reliable Seed Bank – The Complete Guide

When it comes to cultivating your garden or starting a new agricultural venture, choosing the right seed bank is crucial. The quality of the...
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Unlocking Potential: The Thriving Landscape of Property Development in Scotland

Scotland, a land renowned for its stunning landscapes, historic cities, and vibrant culture, is witnessing a dynamic transformation in its property development sector. From...
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Eco-Friendly Cleaning Solutions: How Fitness Centers Can Go Green

Introduction The buzz around sustainability is getting louder, especially in the fitness world. Did you know a whopping 51% of people now think being eco-friendly is...

How Businesses Can Thrive in the Future of Sustainability

By Indiana Lee This article provides an overview of the actions businesses can take today to reduce waste, cut down emissions, and minimize ecological...
Marine Trash Collection

Ranmarine’s MegaShark, a Marine Trash Collection Catamaran, is Enhancing Sustainability Initiatives, Says Clean-Tech Investor...

Close to 200 million tons of plastic waste are in our oceans. Around 33 billion pounds of plastic enter marine environment every year. By 2050,...

Empowering Queer Women in the Business World 

By Polly Shute The Importance of Visibility and Inclusion  The empowerment of queer women within corporate settings is not only a moral obligation but also...
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Harnessing the Sun: The Imperative for Solar Screen Installation

The Concept of Solar Screens Solar screens, a cutting-edge innovation in sustainable architecture, represent a pivotal shift towards harnessing renewable energy sources for environmental conservation...
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How To Start a Grassroots Movement

In times when social change is on the horizon, the power of a grassroots movement cannot be underestimated. These movements are born from the...
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Managing Workplace Stress Before it Becomes Critical 

By Helen Snowden-Smith This article addresses the escalating issue of employee stress and its economic impact, costing the UK economy £28 billion. It identifies key...
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The Concept of Enduring Happiness as a Panacea to Work/Life Goals

By Simon L. Dolan (Alias Dr. Simon) As the human need for constant happiness increases, it becomes commodified – as a goal to be achieved...
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Embracing AI: The Next Frontier in Elderly Housing

By Dr Ulla Broms and Dr Anna Lahtinen This article explores the notion of using AI to improve service delivery, safety, and staff well-being in...
ESG

Models to Scale ESG Metrics and Data

By Todd Cort ESG data is scaling through new disclosure regulations. This model is inherently limited because, in the interests of comparability, the focus is...
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Addressing Food Waste: Petrochemical Producer SIBUR’s Initiative

Annually, over a billion tons of food is squandered worldwide, which is nearly 19% of global food production, according to the UN Environment Programme....
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The Solar Solution: Transforming Energy with Panels

The world is facing an unprecedented energy crisis, with traditional methods of generating power proving to be inefficient and harmful to the environment. In...
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The Race to Net Zero: How AI Can be Harnessed to Meet the Growing...

By Román Campa The demand for green skills in Europe is surging, but there’s currently a shortage of talent to meet it. Román Campa, CEO...
The Fungibility of Environmental, Social, and Governance Reporting

The Fungibility of Environmental, Social, and Governance Reporting

By Tim Bovy and Ian Hodges For all organisations, there is the need for ESG reporting to be interoperable because it impacts the ability of...
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Your Workforce is Crying out for Sustainability Skills. It’s Time to Skill up...

ESMT Berlin’s latest executive education program, Sustainable Business Transformation, sets out to equip business leaders with the skills required to implement sustainability strategies across...
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Longevity for Sustainability: Adding Value That Lasts

Interview with Geert Van Den Goor, Group Managing Partner at Valcon Geert van den Goor, Group Managing Partner at Valcon, shares his insights from a...