On December 10, the Islamic Development Bank Launched IsDB Innovate, a groundbreaking initiative that seeks to connect entrepreneurs in the science, technology, and innovation sectors with funders around the world. IsDB Innovate is an initiative of 8 crowdfunding platforms — one global hub, and seven regional platforms. This is the first time a global development […]
If you were a student back in 90’s, you could have worked part time at cafeterias and diners to earn some money. There wasn’t much work to find and all updates you got was through college boards or weekend classifieds. Now, it is simply a matter of clicks before you are looking at hundreds of […]
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) are inviting applications for more than US$50 million in funding through the IRENA/ADFD Project Facility. The ADFD-financed initiative is available to government-guaranteed renewable energy projects in developing countries that seek to increase energy access, improve livelihoods and advance sustainable development. ADFD has […]
Save the Tigris Campaign and partners announce the first alternative civil society forum for water in Mesopotamia: the Mesopotamian Water Forum will be held from 5-7 April 2019 in Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan Region of Iraq, and will involve civil society actors from the states of Iraq, Iran, Turkey, Syria. It will be an open space to give voice to those who are marginalized […]
Do you want to open your very own crypto exchange? It is the ultimate act of activism. Well, it isn’t impossible, but building the exchange from scratch requires a lot of work. Following, we are giving you an idea on how to begin. Centralized vs. Decentralized Centralized exchange lets other cryptocurrencies trade for fiat currency. […]
Seeds for farmers, sustained humanitarian assistance needed to consolidate food security gains Extreme weather conditions during Syria’s seventh year of conflict has caused domestic cereal production to decline sharply, two UN agencies announced today. Wheat production this year fell to a 29-year low of 1.2 million tons, about two-thirds of 2017 levels. This was due […]
The world of cryptocurrencies is a financial jungle. It’s a dog-eat-dog world, and you constantly have to be fighting to hold your own. A lot has been said and a lot of tips given to help traders crack the esoteric bitcoin code of trading. However, there are certain practical tips that are commonly left out […]
One can’t ignore how personal loans help us cope with financial emergencies or afford things that we might not otherwise be able to at the time. You may live frugally and ecologically but we still need to live in the real world world, unless you are the moneyless man. Since these loans are “unsecured”, you […]
Have you ever tried a completely vegetarian diet? Believe it or not, it has several advantages! Vegetarianism is generally considered as a lifestyle. But it is more than that. It is also about good health and saving money. It helps to reduce cruelty on animals and promotes a greener way of living. Here below some […]
If a tree falls in the forest, does anyone hear? Does your artificial intelligence-driven software even ponder this philosophical paradox? With so much of our world out of whack these days, I mean, you know … you are reading the news. The ice caps are melting. The North Pole is warmer than Bucharest, and famines in […]
There are many arguments for and against carbon offsetting programmes. Some people see the wider-reaching value they offer, while others argue that the concept is flawed. And then there are others who don’t really understand how they work. And there’s truth in the for and against sides of the argument. There’s no point leaping to […]
Going paperless is no doubt good for the trees, but there are other concerns we need to worry about when we go into this eco option: If you have been listening to the news over the past couple of months, there is a good chance that you have heard about many cases of identity theft […]
Tired of going broke in the pursuit of healthy eating? It’s easy to assume that eating cleaner and greener means having to spend more money purchasing fresh, organic food. A new study cooks that conclusion, but Green Prophet has been telling you this for years. Researchers from The Miriam Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island and […]
As of midnight on Tuesday, nearly 1,000 candidates had registered with the Interior Ministry to run in the upcoming and long-delayed parliamentary elections scheduled for May 6. The estimated 1,000 candidates represent the highest in the history of Lebanon’s parliamentary elections, and provides the cash-strapped state treasury an unexpected windfall of USD$5.28 million from fees […]
Building an eco business is one thing like the guys above from Havie have done. But dealing with the business and structuring it in line with your values, is another. Maybe you are working on microfinancing, or donations but most untraditional or novel businesses stll have to think traditionally when it comes to the bottom […]
Arguably, the environment is the most critical issue facing the world today. With finite resources, a climate that many believe is getting warmer and air pollution levels in many major cities claiming a number of lives each year, its effects are far reaching and there is a general consensus that the future has to be […]
In recent years, discussions about global warming and the potential impact it can have on the planet have led to a number of changes being made in the world of small business. These days, many small business owners are passionate about reducing the environmental impact they have. Not only will going green help the environment, […]
When seen from above – especially at night – Las Vegas is the city of light. Its massive entertainment areas are constantly flooded in the light of countless LEDs and neon signs, providing its millions of visitors with a constant flood of artificial sunlight. “Green” is the keyword for most of its venues today – […]
Many of us would like to live a more eco-friendly life but don’t plan on giving up on our careers in order to do it. Finding the balance between living a green, sustainable life and also enjoying good income is one of the big challenges of modern life. Therefore, the opportunity to become an eco-friendly […]
Clothing swap and resale businesses allow you to shed formerly favorite clothes and accessories and – in exchange – refill your wardrobe with affordable “new” treasures. They offer an environmentally responsible alternative to dumping old duds into a charity box or trash can. Want to change up your wardrobe without damaging your wallet and the world? Check […]
It promises to democratize data, banking, information access. It can cut out the greedy middle man, the banks, processes that are obsolete. When all parties agree it can be stable, and secure. Bitcoin, or cryptocurrencies, can radically revolutionize our world as we know it. Read here about what Blockchain can do for the environment. But […]
Las Vegas has always been the greatest chameleon city in the US. Ever since its foundations were laid, it has been branded and re-branded as anything from the ultimate vent and divorce town during the Great Depression to a kid-friendly place full of water slides and whatnots. The city has also just grabbed headlines for […]
