SUPPLY CHAIN -
Balancing productivity with sustainability will be crucial to ensuring the
long-term viability of olive farming in Spain amidst changing climate
conditions.
SUPPLY CHAIN -
World Coffee Research and its partner brands are directing vital investment and
R&D into this globally popular yet critically underfunded, climate-vulnerable crop.
REGENERATION & RESILIENCE -
In our VUCA world, the ability to adapt and thrive amid compound challenges is crucial. Here are just a few examples of future-proof models for communities, businesses, ecosystems, technologies and more that have us excited about the growing resilience movement.
SUPPLY CHAIN -
From food and beverages to apparel, more commodity supply chains are getting a resilience boost through a transition to regenerative-agriculture practices. Join us in October as forward-thinking brands from these industries come together to discuss the significant environmental, economic and social benefits being reaped.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
The researchers think adding glass to soil could help prevent wind erosion in
coastal regions and ecosystems whose preservation is an increasingly valuable
aspect of climate resilience.
SUPPLY CHAIN -
The Farmer Thriving Index — a holistic, standardized way of understanding farmer
wellbeing that is grounded in farmer voice — set out to answer a simple
question: Are farmers in coffee supply chains thriving, or barely surviving?
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
An Oregon State University study finds surf conservation offers a unique
opportunity to strengthen protection of climate-critical carbon stocks while
boosting socio-economic health of coastal communities.
REGULATION & PUBLIC POLICY -
The US Supreme Court’s reversal of the 40-year-old ‘Chevron deference’ rule
could put countless ESG regulations in jeopardy, but experts urge companies to
stick to strategies that ensure their long-term competitiveness and resilience.
FINANCE & INVESTMENT -
Projects will add nearly 13 GW of energy capacity to support more
manufacturing, data centers and renewable power; catalyze nearly $10B in
public-private investments and create thousands of jobs.
ORGANIZATIONAL GOVERNANCE -
These shifts in hospitality and tourism offerings are increasingly essential as
conscious consumerism becomes mainstream and addressing the climate crisis
becomes essential for preservation of the industry.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
The engineers believe they have discovered the recipe for running a sustainable
hydrogen reactor, which they plan to test first in marine and underwater
vehicles.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
RMI’s Clean Growth Tool provides policymakers and investors with a guide to
development, manufacturing and job opportunities for a variety of low-carbon and
clean-energy solutions and industries in all 50 states.
SUPPLY CHAIN -
Discovery of three new species in the Western Amazon could pave way for more
climate-proof cacao production — and shows how many treasures are still yet to
be discovered in Earth's biodiversity.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
While some climate-mitigation efforts can be polarizing, a new survey by the
Michigan Economic Development Corporation reveals significant public support for
investments in sustainable technologies.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation outlines six circular strategies to transform
Europe’s built environment that will boost economic activity, increase climate
resilience, and make cities more vibrant places to live and work.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
Shah Hemp Innoventures turns typically wasted ‘weeds’ into a resource for
literally building a more sustainable, equitable economy.
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY -
Not only do renewable-energy systems reduce air pollution and carbon emissions —
their decentralized nature offers an additional, fail-safe advantage over our
conventional power systems.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
India ranks among the lowest countries for even access to economic participation
and opportunities for women. But a growing number of tourism-based initiatives
are working to help leveling the playing field.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY -
Researchers at ETH Zurich have teamed up with the food industry to produce a
whole-fruit variety of chocolate that is not only more nutritious, it’s more
beneficial for farmers and the environment.
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS -
Tourism marketing has largely centered around traveler desires such as pleasant
weather and low prices. Now, it must also consider how travelers’ presence impacts locals, the local economy, wildlife and the natural environment.