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World’s richest cricket board and league are trying to be sustainable and carbon-neutral in a cricket-crazy nation! Here’s how they plan to achieve it
Estimates suggest that a cricket field requires 15,000-20,000 litres of water every day, which can meet the drinking water needs of around 2,600 people. In 2018, the Board of Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) signed an agreement to implement the concept of ‘zero waste’. IPL franchises are also contributing their bit by raising awareness about climate change and planting trees to offset the carbon footprint.
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British companies are choosing profits over sustainability, contrary to public expectations: Study
A new study revealed a huge disparity between public opinion on how businesses should behave regarding environmental and social issues and how companies conduct themselves. Half of the business decision-makers in Britain surveyed have no net-zero strategy planned for their companies.The survey clearly shows that businesses are failing to align with the growing need for climate-related strategies.
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Sustainability transitions in the East: ESG investment mentions grew fastest in Asia-Pacific companies in 2021, shows GlobalData report
Businesses worldwide need to divert substantial investments to achieve United Nations’ sustainable development goals (SDGs) by 2030.A report by GlobalData found that mentions of ‘investment’ in companies’ environment, social, and governance (ESG) reports have been steadily growing since 2016. Firms in the Asia Pacific region saw the highest sequential growth of nearly 30% in ESG investment mentions.
India and Germany sign agreement for cooperation in agro-ecology
The Joint Declaration of Intent on Forest Landscape Restoration was signed -- virtually -- between India's Environment Minister, Bhupender Yadav and Germany's Minister for Environment, Nature Conservation, Steffi Lemke.
Vaamanaa Sethi
Amid global ecological crisis, these five Indian women ecopreneurs are building innovative green businesses for a greener future
- Humans have altered 75% of land and 66% of marine environments, says the data from the United Nations Environm
BI India Bureau
Aaditya Thackeray, Ricky Kej to grace IAA Olive Crown Awards — Asia's first and only awards for communicating sustainability — on April 28
On April 28, at 7 pm, the 12th edition of the awards will be held in Mumbai. This week, the association announced that Shri Aaditya Thackeray, Minister for Environment and Tourism, Govt. of Maharashtra, will be the Chief Guest for the event.
'Preserving health of our oceans is key to tackling climate challenges', says EIB; commits $20 million to combat plastic pollution
European Investment Bank's Vice-President Ricardo Mourinho Felix said: "In particular, we want to support projects aimed at reducing pollution, by recycling and re-using plastics, so that we can ensure a better future for all. I am therefore very pleased to back initiatives that make this financially viable, such as the Circulate Capital Ocean Fund I-B."
Sharon Goldman
AstraZeneca's EVP of sustainability says the focus on ethics and transparency in its ESG report is crucial in reflecting the company's values
AstraZeneca recently released its 7th annual sustainability report, focused heavily on issues such as access to healthcare, environmental protection, and ethics and transparency strategy.
Vaamanaa Sethi
Earth Day 2022: Most sustainable Indian private companies, ranked
Earth Day 2022: Most sustainable Indian private companies, ranked...
Supriya Patil
OPINION: On Earth Day 2022, here's how individuals and businesses can start investing in our planet for a sustainable future
Simple efforts like 'Reduce. Reuse. Recycle.', using less plastic, and following a vegetarian diet can help the environment, but making green financial decisions can make even more substantial contributions to the cause.
Kritti Bhalla
Earth Day 2022: Top Indian cosmetics brands answer frequently asked questions about cruelty-free products
Danish Raza
Education for all: Here’s how Mohalla classes strive for continued learning of children from marginalised communities
Many children, especially from underprivileged backgrounds, have suffered significant learning losses. Some creative measures like Mohalla classes are helping them to bridge the gap in some parts of the country and make sure that out-of-school kids become part of the formal education system.
Vaamanaa Sethi
By commuting less, here’s how employees and companies contribute to global climate change and sustainability goals
A new survey reveals that 76% of the employees acknowledge that commuting less to the office is an important step towards climate change mitigation. At the start of the pandemic in 2020, global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions fell by as much as a quarter when people stayed at home.
Vaamanaa Sethi
Nearly all affluent Indians prefer to buy socially and ecologically sustainable products, claims the AmEx report
According to the report, 97% of people in India are interested in items that will have a positive impact on local businesses and communities.87% of the respondents said that they often purchase sustainable goods/products.From India, the survey consisted of only 1,000 respondents with a household income of at least $70,000 (₹ 53 lakh).
Air pollution can heighten COVID-19 risk in young adults
Since pollutants in outdoor air can increase the risk of respiratory infections such as influenza and SARS, the Covid-19 pandemic aroused fears that they could also contribute to the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Studies have also shown that areas of poor air quality have more cases of Covid-19. Daily outdoor concentrations of different air pollutants at the participants' home addresses were estimated using dispersion models.
Environment Ministry further amends EIA notification in the name of 'national security'
A major amendment among others is that the Centre will now exercise the power to assess and grant environmental clearance (EC) to the projects under national defence or security importance, instead of the state. Citing relevant clauses, it also dispensed with the requirement of notice "in public interest" while carrying out the amendments in the EIA notification of September 14, 2006.
Vaamanaa Sethi
Indian livelihoods turn less green! Sharp decline in hiring green workforce over the last five years compared to the global average
The new Linkedin Green Skills Report 2022 revealed that the green workforce is rising worldwide—from 9.6% in 2015 to 13.3% in 2021.Green skills intensity must increase in every sector globally to build the supply needed while meeting the climate goals.Manufacturing and construction are leading recruiters of green talent in India.
'Sustainable wardrobes' amid the farce of fast fashion; Cut back on 75% of clothing purchases & try renting outfits
Buying secondhand clothes or using rental services are ways of changing your wardrobe with lower impact. Over the past 15 years, clothing production has doubled while the length of time we actually wear these clothes has fallen by nearly 40 per cent. In the EU, falling prices have seen people buying more clothing than ever before while spending less money in the process.
'Sustainable wardrobes' amid the farce of fast fashion; Cut back on 75% of clothing purchases & try renting outfits
Buying secondhand clothes or using rental services are ways of changing your wardrobe with lower impact. Over the past 15 years, clothing production has doubled while the length of time we actually wear these clothes has fallen by nearly 40 per cent. In the EU, falling prices have seen people buying more clothing than ever before while spending less money in the process.
Vaamanaa Sethi
91% of Indian travellers prefer sustainable travel! Know more about the trend and the challenges
Nine in ten Indian travellers say they want to travel more sustainably, which is a 15% increase compared to 2021.Sustainable travel implies responsible tourism that can sustain long-term without harming the natural environment.But, 36% of travellers believe that sustainable travel destinations don't provide the luxury and comfort they want on vacation.
Apple increased the use of recycled materials in its products to almost 20% in 2021
For the first time, certified recycled gold was used in the plating of the main logic board and wire in the front camera and the rear cameras of iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro. To achieve this milestone, Apple said it pioneered industry-leading levels of traceability to build a gold supply chain of exclusively recycled content.
36 out of 50 India's top companies fail to report their achievements under all 17 Sustainable Development Goals
Declaring the target to become zero carbon emitting company is considered to be a vital step towards India's commitment towards becoming carbon-neutral by 2070. According to the 'Capri Global Capital Hurun India Impact 50', only 14 of the 50 top companies have reported their achievements under all 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) adopted by the global body to tackle the impact of climate change.
Rahul Verma
Google aims to become 100% carbon-free energy by 2030 — here’s how it’s planning to do it
Google aims to develop sustainable and energy-efficient data centres. The company became carbon neutral in 2007. Google emph...
Ebony Flake
Shipping giant DHL is partnering with a South African footwear brand to honor the legacy and creativity of Africa
Mark Cuban and Ashton Kutcher are two of the biggest investors behind South Africa's popular shoe company Veldsoken.
Shalini Nagarajan
A hedge fund that made $700 million on its GameStop bet is now after unloved oil and gas stocks
Senvest Management, the hedge fund that made a $700 million profit on GameStop, believes some oil and gas stocks are on course for strong gains.
Hillary Hoffower
The latest status symbol is showing off your eco-friendly lifestyle
Less meat, less commuting, and less driving — the UN wants you to flaunt your environmentally conscious life.
Sharon Goldman
Chief risk and compliance officer at Ulta Beauty says they use feedback to take ESG report to next level
Jodi Caro, general counsel, chief risk and compliance officer at Ulta Beauty, says its recently-released 2021 ESG report incorporated feedback that showed a desire for more data on DEI.
