June 1, 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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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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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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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.
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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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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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.
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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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?
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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