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Dudley Gann Explains: What Is Greenwashing and How to Avoid It

It's crucial to define what greenwashing is and what it isn't. Greenwashing occurs when companies falsely claim to be environmentally friendly or socially responsible without evidence to support these claims. 

Africa’s emerging economic vision calls for ESG innovations of transformed mining industry

During the first week of March, Africa’s development finance leaders convened in Zimbabwe for the UNECA-hosted COM2024 summit amid a wavering continental growth agenda. Recognising that many SDG and African Union Agenda 2063 targets remain far out of reach, participants focused discussions on overhauling the global financial architecture to help generate the massive funding Africa needs to accelerate inclusive, sustainable growth.

Navigating the Maze: 8 Must-Know SEO Strategies for Small Business Success in 2024

If you are running an impact charity or a small impact solar energy business, you need to know all the ins and outs of search engine optimization for people to find you on the internet

QNET CEO Malou Caluza: QNET’s Products Center Around ‘Healthier, More Holistic Lifestyle’

The global health crisis brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic has further accelerated the interest in health and wellness products. The focus on immune support, mental health, and overall well-being has become a priority for many individuals navigating the challenges of the pandemic and its aftermath.

Impact Investing: A Way to Improve the World

Ideas like impact investing, SRI, and ESG have become popular in recent years. These three are included in sustainable investment, which aims to persuade investors to focus more on promoting environmentally sustainable development globally rather than only financial gains.

More pilgrims to the Dubai Mall than Mecca and the Vatican

Middle East mall in the UAE is the most visited site in the world in 2023. In a sad state of affairs for humanity, a...

EcohubMap: Empowering Environmental Sustainability Through Information Systematisation

EcohubMap, an innovative online platform that serves as a comprehensive business directory, listing and promoting sustainable companies globally, stands at the forefront of information systemisation.

UN slams Dupont and Chemours for dumping PFAS Forever Chemicals

American chemical companies DuPont and Chemours have discharged toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) into the local environment, completely disregarding the rights and wellbeing of residents along the lower Cape Fear River in North Carolina, UN experts said today.

Sustainable Investing 101: Definition, Examples, and Strategies

In a world where investing isn't just about numbers but about leaving a positive imprint on the planet, sustainable investing takes center stage. In this journey beyond the balance sheets, we'll discover how aligning your portfolio with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles contributes to a prosperous and conscientious future.

How impact companies can find grants and financing

For some big dreams to thrive, like tech companies with real products, you will need to rely on financial backing and exposure. This is where strategic funding, grants, and online promotion in areas like SEO come into play. Good ideas aren’t enough.

How to buy cannabis stocks

Medical cannabis is as hot as Bitcoin. Some say it's the new gold rush but SEC regulations and federal laws make the business risky. Consider in investing in companies that aren't pure medical marijuana or THC businesses. CBD might be a way to start.

IBM’s sustainability software Envizi uses AI to green GHG gap

IBM helps companies meet sustainability goals with AI-based GHG reporting software.

Beyond the smoke: Understanding the nuances of cannabis as an investment

The recent wave of legalization of cannabis globally has caught the attention of investors seeking new and lucrative opportunities. As more countries embrace the potential of the cannabis industry, it has witnessed unprecedented growth, creating a fertile ground for significant investment possibilities. 

Financial tech startup for agriculture gets $3 million in funding

Maalexi, the UAE-based dynamic risk management platform for SME agri-businesses, announces its completion of a $3 million pre-Series A fund raise. 

8 Compelling Microlearning Strategies For Corporates

The theory says people tend to forget faster when they have too much information to process. Microlearning is how you combat forgetting by creating smaller, digestible chunks of information.

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How to Balance Convenience and Sustainability During a Big Move

Long moves are priced by weight and space, and a heavier truck burns more fuel over the same miles. So every box you leave behind cuts the bill and the emissions at the same time.

Prêt-à-porter made with algae

Danit Peleg is reinventing 3D-printed fashion with algae-based biomaterials, AI-powered design and made-to-order manufacturing. Can circular fashion become commercially viable?

Aduro Takes Flexible Packaging to PepsiCo Innovation Hub as Investor Yazan Al Homsi Calls It Chemical Recycling’s Toughest Test

Aduro Clean Technologies is testing a chemical recycling solution for snack wrappers, flexible films and multilayer plastics. Its presentation to PepsiCo in Mexico City highlights the challenge of turning difficult packaging waste into valuable new materials.

The Sustainable Moving Checklist Every Household Should Follow

The most important step is the one nobody enjoys. Six weeks out, walk the house room by room and decide what has earned a place on the truck. Anything you wouldn’t pay to ship is moving out of habit.

6 Best Eco-Friendly Web Hosting Providers That Don’t Sacrifice Speed

Not all green web hosting is created equal. Some companies buy renewable energy certificates, others use cleaner data centers, and some extend the life of existing servers. We compare six web hosts, including GreenGeeks, SiteGround and Hostinger, to see how their environmental claims stack up against performance, speed and transparency.

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How to Balance Convenience and Sustainability During a Big Move

Long moves are priced by weight and space, and a heavier truck burns more fuel over the same miles. So every box you leave behind cuts the bill and the emissions at the same time.

Prêt-à-porter made with algae

Danit Peleg is reinventing 3D-printed fashion with algae-based biomaterials, AI-powered design and made-to-order manufacturing. Can circular fashion become commercially viable?

Aduro Takes Flexible Packaging to PepsiCo Innovation Hub as Investor Yazan Al Homsi Calls It Chemical Recycling’s Toughest Test

Aduro Clean Technologies is testing a chemical recycling solution for snack wrappers, flexible films and multilayer plastics. Its presentation to PepsiCo in Mexico City highlights the challenge of turning difficult packaging waste into valuable new materials.

The Sustainable Moving Checklist Every Household Should Follow

The most important step is the one nobody enjoys. Six weeks out, walk the house room by room and decide what has earned a place on the truck. Anything you wouldn’t pay to ship is moving out of habit.

6 Best Eco-Friendly Web Hosting Providers That Don’t Sacrifice Speed

Not all green web hosting is created equal. Some companies buy renewable energy certificates, others use cleaner data centers, and some extend the life of existing servers. We compare six web hosts, including GreenGeeks, SiteGround and Hostinger, to see how their environmental claims stack up against performance, speed and transparency.

Oil Spill Cleanup Crews Face Hidden Health Risks 

Oil spills grab headlines for black beaches and struggling wildlife. Fewer stories follow the people who scrub those shores. Workers and volunteers often spend days breathing fumes and touching tar. Their health matters as much as the coastline.

Walk of Water offers $9,000 for water stories that nobody sees

The 2026 Walk of Water Photostory Contest is offering $9,000 in prizes for photographers documenting the hidden side of water, from wastewater and pollution to sanitation workers, public health and clean-water solutions.

Kids plant mangroves in Ajman, adding 45 more trees to the UAE’s coastal forests

Twenty-six students planted 45 mangrove saplings at Al Zorah Beach in Ajman, joining a much larger Gulf-wide push to restore mangrove forests and protect vulnerable coastlines.
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