5th CrowdCamp of the European Crowdfunding Network Focusing on Sustainable Finance

5th CrowdCamp of the European Crowdfunding Network Focusing on Sustainable Finance

Things are moving. The crowdfunding industry has evolved and diversified considerably over the past decade. With this short report, we would like to give you a look behind the scenes and current discussions around crowdfunding and sustainable finance.
The ECN, established in 2013, promotes active association and collaboration between European crowdfunding platforms. As such, ECN aims to harmonise the legal framework for crowdfunding across the EU, promote alternative forms of financing as a driver of innovation and advocate for greater transparency in the industry. 

Hundreds of sustainable and profitable agribusiness opportunities available in Nigeria – IITA DDG

Hundreds of sustainable and profitable agribusiness opportunities available in Nigeria – IITA DDG

CGIAR-IITA Deputy Director General, Partnerships for Delivery, Kenton Dashiell, has encouraged Nigerians to take up sustainable and profitable opportunities in the country’s agriculture sector. He made this appeal during his keynote address at the National Conference on Agricultural Innovations…

Tell Amazon To Stop Polluting Our Planet With Single-Use Plastic Packaging

Tell Amazon To Stop Polluting Our Planet With Single-Use Plastic Packaging

If you are one of Amazon’s 100 million+ customers you have probably received your fair share of unnecessary plastic packaging from the ecommerce giant.  From polystyrene packing peanuts to non-recyclable bubble wrap to plastic-wrapped pouches of air, nearly every Amazon order arrives buried in heaps of wasteful single-use plastic packaging.

Organic Sustainable Protein – Whatever, its really good! Squirrel hunting coming up Sept 19,2020 : Hunting

Organic Sustainable Protein – Whatever, its really good! Squirrel hunting coming up Sept 19,2020 : Hunting

Squirrel hunting may offer one of the best opportunities for the beginning hunter. For others, it’s a reminder of their earliest hunting memories. And at the World Champion Squirrel Cook-off in Bentonville, squirrel cuisine is reaching new culinary heights.

Sustainable Eco Zoo | Modern Louvered Pavilion | Planet Zoo Australia Pack

Sustainable Eco Zoo | Modern Louvered Pavilion | Planet Zoo Australia Pack

In today’s Ep 1 video I’m venturing into the Planet Zoo Australia Pack, working on a sustainable eco zoo design! Today I’m showcasing a modern louvered pavilion I’ve developed, set up with some guest facilities as a food court. The design is sympathetic to the surrounding landscape, with natural colours and reclaimed materials making this a very ecologically-sensitive build.

Air Cargo Sustainability Awards 2020 – The International Air Cargo Association

Air Cargo Sustainability Awards 2020 – The International Air Cargo Association

AIR CARGO SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS 2020 – for a resilient tomorrow In partnership with one of the leading industry IT solutions providers CHAMP Cargosystems, TIACA is organizing the second Air Cargo Sustainability Awards to recognize outstanding businesses and industry initiatives to make air cargo more sustainable. 

Sustainable GW | The George Washington University

Sustainable GW | The George Washington University

Envisioning a future with healthy & thriving resource systems for all What We’re Doing    Put our heads together GW is one of a handful of organizations exploring how an institution can enhance ecosystem services. This is a rich opportunity to bring together the resources on campus, the energy and dedication of our students, the ingenuity of faculty researchers and the expertise of staff to use the platform a university provides for sharing insights and increasing the impact on and off campus. 

Circular Economy | Purpose and Promise | About SAP SE

Circular Economy | Purpose and Promise | About SAP SE

As the world faces an unprecedented resource crisis, the move to an interconnected, circular economy is key to protecting our planet, its species, and our collective prosperity. Redesigning global value networks toward a circular economy paradigm requires companies across all industries to rethink their business processes across the end-to-end supply and value chain.  

all-digital all-electric car rental, Aidan Mclean,UFODRIVE

all-digital all-electric car rental, Aidan Mclean,UFODRIVE

UFODRIVE was created by its CEO Aidan Mclean, due to the frustration he had encountered when using different car rental services. I spoke with Aidan about his career, and why UFODRIVE is attempting to make the car rental experience as comfortable as possible.  We began by discussing his background, and how he has frequented between Dublin, London, and Luxembourg.

‘Businesses can create shared value in tackling global challenges by pursuing smart sustainability’

‘Businesses can create shared value in tackling global challenges by pursuing smart sustainability’

Companies are embracing systemic change to become a driving force in the global solution for sustainability says professor.  At the intersection of the economy, environment and society, sustainability is a crucial issue for all industries and all sectors, says Professor Knut Haanaes, and not one will emerge from the COVID-19 crisis without taking it into consideration.

Maple Leaf Foods grows sustainable protein production to Raise the Good in Food: Social Innovation : Hitachi

Maple Leaf Foods grows sustainable protein production to Raise the Good in Food: Social Innovation : Hitachi

Maple Leaf Foods teamed up with Hitachi to undertake a comprehensive IoT implementation that includes sensing and imaging technology, mobile devices, data-driven analytics and accessible dashboards.

Opinion: Ridesharing into a Circular Economy: Could taking a cab save the planet?

Opinion: Ridesharing into a Circular Economy: Could taking a cab save the planet?

The current era is characterised by the rise of mobile internet and the app economy. From a transportation perspective, this is evident in the way we use ridesharing today. Services such as Rapido, QuickRide, Ola and Uber have succeeded in providing a ride while replacing the drive. They have also enabled commuters to prioritise convenience and also be productive while on-the-move. But what if rideshare could also be the most sustainable form of motorised mobility?

Alok Sharma: Energy White Paper and Heat Strategy coming this Autumn

Alok Sharma: Energy White Paper and Heat Strategy coming this Autumn

The Gibraltar Government is inviting the public to nominate individuals, groups and organisation for this years Gibraltar Sustainability Awards.The awards provide recognition of sustainability best practice in Gibraltar and reward the sustainability journey of individuals, clubs and associations, school, community, sports and faith groups, NGOs and charities, government agencies, authorities and departments, professional groups, business and commercial enterprises.
 

#IATA confirms post #COVID19 recovery must embrace sustainable aviation fuel

#IATA confirms post #COVID19 recovery must embrace sustainable aviation fuel

Post-COVID-19 Green Recovery Must Embrace Sustainable Aviation Fuels The International Air Transport Association (IATA) emphasized the aviation industry’s commitment to its emissions reduction goals and called for the International Energy Agency (IEA) to prioritize investment in sustainable…