?? Sustainability in a Nutshell by Rethink Global (Weekly Update August 17, 2023)
? Climate Change?
?? Pakistan's Climate Crisis Intensifies
??? Adapting to Rising Temperatures
?? Funding the Climate Fight
?? Global Cooperation & Support Needed
In a Nutshell:?
Pakistan's escalating climate crisis underscores the urgent need for global cooperation and financial support. As the country grapples with extreme weather events and the associated economic challenges, international solidarity and action are paramount to ensure resilience and sustainability.?
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?? Sustainable Farming
?? Madagascar: €73M for Green Initiatives
EU & AFD fund solar energy and sustainable agriculture
Focus on forest ecosystem preservation and electrification
?? TalakyBe Project: €40M for Sustainable Agriculture
?? Electrification via Solar: €33.2M
?? Boosting Electricity Access
In a nutshell:?
The European Union and the French Development Agency are investing €73 million in Madagascar to promote sustainable agriculture and expand solar energy access, aiming to address the country's significant electricity deficit and preserve its vital forest ecosystems.?
?? Water Conservation?
??? NASA Data Boosts Bangladeshi Farming
?? IRAS's Impact and Potential
?? How IRAS Operates
?? Human Touch and Future Prospects
In a nutshell:?
The Integrated Rice Advisory System (IRAS), utilizing NASA's satellite data, has the potential to revolutionize farming in Bangladesh, offering significant water and fuel savings. This model can be expanded globally, benefiting other water-intensive crops and regions.?
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?? Circularity
?? EU's push for circular economy in vehicles
?? JRC studies shape new vehicle regulations
?? Shift to electric cars: New challenges
Electric cars increase demand for palladium, copper, rare earths
Proposed regulations aim for better recycling of these materials
By 2040, recovery of up to 1400 tonnes of rare earth materials
?? European Commission's proposals
Design electric vehicles for easier motor removal & reuse
Label components with critical raw materials
Mandatory removal of certain components before shredding
In a nutshell:?
The EU is pushing for a circular economy in the automotive sector, emphasizing recycling and reuse of materials, especially with the shift towards electric vehicles. New regulations are proposed to enhance recycling practices and manage the increased demand for critical raw materials.?
?? ?? ?? Clean Energy?
?? Ghana's Push for Solar Energy
?? Major Solar Projects & Investments
?? Financial Support & Corporate Initiatives
?? Innovative Solar Solutions & Future Plans
In a nutshell:?
Ghana is making significant strides in solar energy, with major projects, investments, and innovative solutions. With the right policies, the country is on track to achieve its 10% renewable energy target by 2030.?
?? Plastic Pollution?
?? Transforming flies into eco-friendly plastics
?? From waste to resource: Black soldier flies
?? Chitin to chitosan: The science behind it
?? Potential applications and future vision
In a Nutshell:?
Researchers are transforming discarded black soldier flies into biodegradable plastics. The process involves extracting chitin from the flies and converting it into useful bioplastics. This innovative approach offers a sustainable solution to plastic pollution, aligning with the circular economy concept where insects not only provide the source material but also consume the discarded plastics.
?? ?? Sustainable Business?
?? Bioplastics on the Rise in Global Market
?? Benefits of Plant-Based Plastics
?? Early Adopters and Market Demand
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?? Challenges and Opportunities Ahead
In a nutshell:
Bioplastics, derived from plants, are gaining traction in the global market due to their environmental benefits. While they face challenges like cost and the need for regulatory support, their potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and offer sustainable alternatives to fossil-based plastics is promising.
?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? Biodiversity
?? Global reliance on nature's health
?? Mapping biodiversity & government spending
?? Focus on triple-A regions: Asia, America, Africa
?? Call for nature-positive investments
In a nutshell:
There's a global mismatch between countries with high biodiversity richness and their environment-positive expenditure. To protect our ecosystems, there's an urgent need to focus on regions like Asia, America, and Africa and channel funding to countries like Brazil, China, and India. Financial institutions and private investors play a pivotal role in bridging this gap.?
?? ?? ??? Sustainable Lifestyle?
?? Young Chinese Embrace Sustainable Lifestyles
?? Social Media's Role in Eco-awareness
?? Sustainability as a Conscious Choice
?? Thriving Eco-conscious Community
In a nutshell:
A growing number of young Chinese individuals are adopting sustainable lifestyles, driven by personal choices and community support. Through social media and community groups, they're spreading awareness and making eco-friendly choices more mainstream in China.?
?? Research says…
?? UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at risk
?? Science's role in achieving SDGs
?? 2023 Global Sustainable Development Report insights
?? Changing how science is done for sustainability
In a nutshell:
The UN's Sustainable Development Goals, aimed at addressing global crises and ensuring a sustainable future, are at risk of not being met by 2030. A multidisciplinary, inclusive, and equitable approach to science, recognizing the value of diverse knowledge, is crucial for achieving these goals.?
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