Intengine's Writer Community
December 15, 2023
Going green has been a necessary step for businesses for some time now. Companies have been implementing various green and sustainability practices, supporting environmental initiatives to minimize any adverse effects they may cause on the environment while showing support for the communities. However, going green has evolved and increased its sphere of influence with the concept of green finance or green
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Intengine's Writer Community
November 29, 2023
Rising global environmental issues and the increasing consciousness of human's impact on the environment have given momentum to sustainability among businesses in various sectors. The building sector is probably not the first to come to mind when considering the environmental effects of various industries. Although, it should be, given that residential and commercial buildings are responsible for
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Intengine's Writer Community
November 1, 2023
According to Global Google search statistics, searches for topics related to sustainable products increased by around 130% between 2017 and 2022. This is by itself enough to highlight the stark increase in consumers' awareness of their purchases' environmental impact. What is more interesting here is that many consumers are willing to pay extra for sustainable products with high-quality,
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Intengine's Writer Community
October 18, 2023
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy is a priority for companies to demonstrate their values, commitment to action, and transparency. ESG allows businesses to measure how they integrate environmental, social, and governance practices into operations, business models, impact, and sustainability.
Intengine's Writer Community
October 12, 2023
Every year about 11.2 billion tonnes of solid waste is collected worldwide, with much of that ending up in landfills, contributing to emissions and environmental change. So, when it comes to deciding which sustainability practices to focus on in your workplace, waste management is an area that can significantly reduce your organization’s environmental footprint.
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Intengine's Writer Community
October 4, 2023
As environmental change and climate concerns accelerate, renewable energy is offering a beacon of hope. But challenges like intermittency, storage limitations and grid management are creating barriers for implementing the required infrastructure around the globe.
Intengine's Writer Community
September 29, 2023
Take a trip to the grocery store and you’ll likely see the terms Natural, Organic, Sustainable and GMO-Free displayed across product and food packaging. While some labels can be trusted, others come with misleading claims and confusing terminologies, making even a quick stop at the store overwhelming.
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Intengine's Writer Community
August 31, 2023
According to the United Nations Environment Programme, the real estate industry is responsible for 40 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions, with 30 percent of that resulting from construction. But as a site manager or builder, you have the power to mitigate your project’s footprint by implementing these 10 eco-friendly construction practices.
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Intengine's Writer Community
July 31, 2023
Given that humankind has become more considerate of the planet's future, almost everybody, from organizations to individuals, is actively seeking new ways to help mitigate the increasing environmental challenges we face today. This is for the ultimate aim of removing the obstacles to more sustainable, greener living including the waste humans generate.
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Intengine's Writer Community
July 12, 2023
As global temperatures continue to rise, so do the number of air conditioning units around the world, with the tally expected to hit 1 billion by 2030, and double by 2040.
The International Energy Agency estimates that by 2050, two-thirds of the world’s households will be fitted with an air conditioner, with half of them installed in China, India and Indonesia.
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Intengine's Writer Community
July 5, 2023
Environmental change is one of the biggest challenges of our time, but with it comes an array of exciting new opportunities for sustainability professionals who can help organizations navigate, assess and mitigate the risks of our changing world. Here, we’ll highlight the most 10 in-demand sustainability jobs that will play a pivotal role in the coming years.
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Intengine's Writer Community
June 28, 2023
The changing environment puts more importance on climate reporting legislation for companies and financial organizations. These legislations aim to enhance transparency and accountability regarding the environmental impact of businesses, industries, and governments. Even though the types of legislation and applications vary from country to country, legislation typically requires organizations to
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Intengine's Writer Community
June 21, 2023
Travel has many incredible benefits, from broadening our worldview to giving us the opportunity to disconnect from the stresses of daily life while discovering new places, people and cultures.
Intengine's Writer Community
June 14, 2023
Air travel has long been one of the biggest global culprits of carbon emissions and environmental concerns. But in recent years we’re seeing exciting advancements that aim to reduce the industry's ecological footprint while maintaining convenience and safety for passengers. Let’s take a look at the latest breakthroughs that are revolutionizing modern aviation.
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Intengine's Writer Community
June 13, 2023
Holistic dentistry is a type of dentistry that has grown in popularity in recent years and is an alternative to traditional dental care. As the name suggests, holistic dentistry is built on the principle of holism, which sees people simply as the sum of their parts. The holistic perspective generally focuses on people as a whole while recognizing each part's vital role within an integrated system, working
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Intengine's Writer Community
May 24, 2023
As environmental change continues to accelerate, architects and builders in cities and communities around the globe are beginning to consider how to make new and existing structures more resilient to extreme weather events like storms, floods and fires. Globally, investing in stronger structures can save trillions of dollars in damages, according to the UN.
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Intengine's Writer Community
May 17, 2023
Short for “electronic waste”, e-waste refers to any discarded device or equipment that has a plug, battery or electrical cord—from old mobile phones and laptops to refrigerators, televisions and even electric toothbrushes. With the increasing rate of product obsolescence, shorter device life span, and the insatiable consumer demand for the latest tech models, it’s no surprise
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Intengine's Writer Community
May 10, 2023
Construction is one of the most critical industries that plays a vital role in sustainability. An increasing number of industry players have started to become more sustainable by looking at new methods to cut down on waste and innovating new products to help improve many facets of the building process. Recognizing companies' contributions towards creating a fair and sustainable future with their green
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Shahid Ibrahim
May 5, 2023
As we all know everything has its perks and drawbacks, advantages and disadvantages, benefits and harm, so is the case with organic food.
Intengine's Writer Community
May 3, 2023
Every year, leaders, negotiators, campaigners, and industry representatives worldwide gather to discuss and create plans to reduce human impact on the environment and climate. This year, two important climate events, the COP27 United Nations Climate Change Conference and the UN Biodiversity Conference COP15 in Montreal, emphasize the increasing importance of businesses becoming more sustainable. ESG
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Intengine's Writer Community
April 26, 2023
Packaging is essential to launch and market eco-friendly products for all industries, from food and drinks to fashion and construction. Therefore, focusing on sustainable and eco-friendly packaging options is one of the ways for companies to become more eco-friendly and respond to their eco-conscious consumers' demands.
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Intengine | the engine for good
April 20, 2023
What does Intengine's founder and CEO believe are the top trends, challenges and opportunities in the sustainability movement?
Connie Linder sat down to share her take on these pressing global issues in an exclusive interview.
Intengine's Writer Community
April 12, 2023
With landfills causing 18 percent of the world’s methane emissions and plastic expected to outpace fish in oceans by 2050, sustainable waste management is a pressing environmental issue. According to the World Bank, global municipal solid waste generation is expected to increase by 70 percent by 2050, from 2.01 billion tonnes in 2016 to 3.4 billion tonnes in 2050.
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Intengine's Writer Community
April 5, 2023
As a business owner, procurement manager or sustainability professional, reducing your organization’s carbon footprint is likely top of mind. But what about the emissions of your suppliers and contractors? And what about their suppliers and contractors?
Intengine's Writer Community
March 22, 2023
Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum have become increasingly popular in recent years, with many individuals and businesses investing in these digital assets. But the rising popularity of crypto has led to concerns about the amount of energy it consumes since mining (i.e. producing and verifying) these assets requires significant computational power.
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Intengine's Writer Community
March 15, 2023
As a changing environment puts increasing pressure on society—policy makers, businesses and organizations around the globe are racing to adapt and evolve. From infrastructure to legislation to innovative tools, here are the top 10 trends in sustainability and climate to watch in 2023.
larry buckley
March 15, 2023
As people become aware of the severity of the global environmental crisis, many of us are looking for ways to adopt a greener way of life.
Intengine's Writer Community
March 9, 2023
Packaging serves various vital purposes for businesses. Regardless of industry and the product in the market, consumers and businesses benefit from packaging, though the benefits change depending on the product type. The environmental impact of packaging can’t be denied, from polluting waterways to contaminating nature with toxic byproducts of manufacturing.
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Intengine's Writer Community
February 15, 2023
5 Sustainable Construction Conferences to Attend in 2023
The building industry is responsible for 40 percent of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions and resource waste, meaning there is a huge opportunity to reduce its environmental footprint.
Intengine's Writer Community
February 14, 2023
Who better to create cutting-edge sustainable engineering solutions than one of Turkey’s top green innovators?
Since 1967, family owned and operated Ergin Makina has been providing manufacturing, assembly and mechanical services to construction and engineering firms across Turkey.
In 2013, a demand for more affordable—and greener—counterweight
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Intengine's Writer Community
January 6, 2023
Click to access a practical list showing ways to reduce your carbon footprint at home, school, and the workplace.
