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UC Davis Event Highlights Olives’ Role in a Climate-Proof Food System
The low water and fertilizer needs of olive trees make them natural candidates for a drier climate. The conference highlighted technological advances to improve oil yield and quality, climate-smart growing practices, circular uses for byproducts, tas... View More
Enhancing Photosynthesis Could Hold Key to Climate-Resilient Crops
Salk researchers have discovered how some plant species evolved a more efficient photosynthesis approach; findings could help make staple crops including rice and wheat more resilient to climate change. ... View More
6 Trends That Bode Well for a Resilient Business Future
In a time of ever-growing volatility, 6 themes that emerged from business leaders and innovators at SB’24 San Diego show glimmers of a resilient future for business and society. ... View More
The Future Is Now: Adaptation, Planning Are Crucial for Business Resilience
Sustainable Brands’ first-ever Resilience Summit underscored the idea that building resilience is not just about reacting to environmental risks — it’s about thriving by building systems, businesses and communities that are prepared for the fut... View More
Climate Uneducation in the US, Part 4: Educating the Educators
Thankfully, a growing number of programs and resources have emerged to help arm US teachers with the resources and knowledge they need to teach students on climate-related topics. ... View More
Protecting Water, Nature Is Critical for Effective Climate Action
Water and nature must be elevated to the same level of importance as carbon — corporate strategies that fail to account for these interdependencies will not have the necessary impacts. ... View More
Redesigning the Food System for Resilience: Lessons from the Field
Another central thread throughout SB’24 San Diego highlighted the efforts underway by startup innovators, multinational brands and NGOs to redesign our food system for resilience. ... View More
Report: Massive Challenges, Opportunities in Adapting Cities to Climate Change
Study reveals climate-related concerns of residents of 10 major cities, and provides case studies and actionable strategies for increasing urban climate resilience. ... View More
Zillow to Offer Climate-Risk Data on For-Sale Listings Across the US
For-sale listings on Zillow will now feature detailed climate-risk information for five key categories — flood, wildfire, wind, heat and air quality — along with insurance recommendations. ... View More
New Framework Designed to Embed Climate Resilience Into Urban Areas
Neighbourhood Futures sets out five complementary capacities to help generate tailored, scalable strategies for climate resilience and health equity in cities. ... View More
Businesses Weren’t Ready for the 2024 Hurricane Season
Ignoring the reality of climate change is no longer an option; the resilience and sustainability of business now heavily depends on companies’ ability to address and manage their climate exposure. ... View More
Companies Must Go Beyond ‘Carbon Tunnel Vision’ Ahead of COP16
Later this month, the world’s policymakers, environmentalists and business leaders will be in Cali, Colombia for the latest UN biodiversity conference — and companies are being urged to broaden their sustainability horizons. ... View More
The Frugal Economy, Part 3: Global Value Chains Become Hyperlocal Value Networks
By building hyperlocal value networks that are open, adaptable and deeply rooted in communities, businesses can gain agility and resilience and maximize sustainable local impact. ... View More
The Economic (& Environmental & Health) Case for Regenerative Farming & Food
Despite their benefits for soil and ecosystem health, regenerative practices are not going to make a positive dent in the food system long term unless there is a true economic case for farmers and others in the value chain. And there is. ... View More
Future-Proofing Olive Farming: Balancing Tradition and Modern Practices
Balancing productivity with sustainability will be crucial to ensuring the long-term viability of olive farming in Spain amidst changing climate conditions. ... View More
Breeding New Hope for the Future of Coffee in a Climate-Changing World
World Coffee Research and its partner brands are directing vital investment and R&D into this globally popular yet critically underfunded, climate-vulnerable crop. ... View More
Resilience Is Now a KPI in Our Tumultuous World
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 resilien... View More
The Frugal Economy, Part 1: Share Everything, Waste Nothing
In this first of a four-part series, we look at the three pillars of the frugal economy and their transformative impact on businesses, industries, communities and the environment. ... View More
Field Notes: How Major Brands Are Cultivating Regenerative Supply Chains
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 t... View More
Pilot Study Uses Recycled Glass to Grow Salsa Ingredients, Protect Coastlines
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. ... View More
