Turning Trash into Treasure: An Interview with Paulina Alfeus
In 2018 the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) issued the Special Report on Global Warming of 1.5 Degrees C which outlines the disastrous effects of climate change and urging that “changes in individual behavior can make a difference.” Paulina
Preventing Wildfires: Interview With Pau Costa Foundation
We got used to news about wildfires erupting across the world. Global warming lead to situations when state authorities are often caught off guard as the extent of wildfires has been gradually increasing. When a calamity of this kind happens,
Vestive: Introducing Ethical and Financial Investing
The term ‘sustainable investing’ seems like an oxymoron upon first observation. How can someone expend money with the hope of receiving a return on their investment while constraining their strategies to ethical principles? Indeed, this task is quite challenging —
The Role Of Impact Investing In Combating Climate Change: Ghana’s Example
Climate change is the single greatest challenge humanity has ever faced, threatening water and food security, health and livelihoods. But climate change has also been called the ‘greatest investment opportunity in history, with an estimated value of around 10 percent
How Personal Gardens Can Halt the Climate Crisis
We typically think of gardens as inconsequential hobbies or places for families to grow a few extra vegetables in the summer, not essential tools in the fight against climate change. However, as our ecological infrastructure continues to deteriorate, it becomes clear
Ageism – An Equal Opportunity Bias
When someone says the word ageism – what jumps into your mind? Does the image of an old and frail person pop into your head? Or do you think about an older worker being overlooked for a job? As often as
Sustainable Energy for All: A Challenge for the Poorest Countries
Energy, whether it be in regard to poverty or transition, is essential to human life and society, naturally putting it at the forefront of the news. The United Nations launched the Sustainable Energy for All initiative in 2012 (SE4 all); in
Blockchain in Energy Markets: An Interview with Power Ledger
Wind turbines, solar energy, sea waves and wind power generators are gradually replacing traditional fossil fuels powered energy plants. Innovative companies like Power Ledger play a key role in this. They support customers, lobby at the government level and facilitate
The Commercialization of Farmers’ Innovation: Farming Innovators and Rural Entrepreneurs
This article is part of our Editorial Series called "GFAR impakters". This is done in partnership with GFAR - The Global Forum on Agricultural Research and Innovation - For more follow on Twitter: #GFARImpakters or view here. A successful Story from Kerala,
Promoting Sustainability in Spain: Cristina Gallach
In June 2018, the Spanish government set up a special office for the promotion of the Sustainable Development Goals in the country. It created the position of High Commissioner for the 2030 Agenda of Spain as a landmark position. And
An Enabler to SDGs’ Attainment: Linking Science with Human Rights
Science for Sustainable Development: An Old Relationship Reshaped The connection between science, the consolidation of peace, and the pursuit of human welfare is not new. In November 1945, the UNESCO Constitution adopted an already commonly accepted idea that cooperation in
Smart Vision Labs: Harnessing Telemedicine to Provide Affordable and Accessible Eye Care for All
When was your last eye exam? For most Americans, the answer is: too long ago. According to a survey conducted by the American Academy of Ophthalmology in 2016, 64 percent of adults suffer from vision and eye problems. However, only