As people around the world are becoming more cognizant about the importance of sustainability and how to incorporate it into daily habits. This is when some companies take delinquent advantages by overexaggerating and misrepresenting the environmental policies of a company. From ‘nice to have’ t
Written by Manvi Pant Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has been around for decades, but the domain has gained greater significance recently in the wake of several life-altering events, including COVID-19. After the pandemic left many vulnerable, businesses across the globe started to incl
As per the traveler evaluations posted by TripAdvisor, Dubai secured the first position as the most visited and livable city in the world, and the Emirates’ city’s tourism is surging post pandemic. The city’s efforts to further strengthen its thriving economy and eco-tourism sector comes with
Aviva Investors, a subsidiary of the insurer Aviva, has warned approximately 1,600 companies in which it holds stakes that it will hold them accountable for their lack of action on climate and sustainability goals. In an annual letter sent to the chairs of these companies, the CEO of Aviva Investors
As the world continues to grapple with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new report from Reuters shows that the production of single-use plastic waste has increased between 2019 and 2021, despite widespread pledges to reduce its use. The report cites data from Eurostat, the statistical offic
The G20 meeting held recently emphasized the significance of sustainable monetary and technological resources in addressing the growing concern of climate change. The Sustainable Finance Working Group, consisting of representatives from major economies around the world, highlighted the crucial role
The European Union (EU) has long been a leader in promoting sustainable building practices, with a goal of having all new buildings be nearly zero-energy by the end of this decade. However, Italy is now having second thoughts about this plan and its potential impact on the nation’s struggling
The growth of renewable energy sources and the increasing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) have brought batteries and energy storage systems to the forefront of the global energy transition. However, the production and disposal of batteries also pose significant environmental challenges. A respons
Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing the world today. As the planet continues to warm, it is crucial that governments take action to mitigate its effects and ensure the survival of communities and ecosystems. A recent report by a watchdog group warns that the UK is chronically unde
In recent years, China has been making a concerted effort to transition to cleaner sources of energy, and the results of these efforts are now becoming clear. According to a recent report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), China invested a staggering $546 billion in clean energy in 2020, far
