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Navigating Towards Net Zero: Strategies and Challenges
In the battle against climate change, reaching net zero emissions emerges as a pivotal goal. This post delves into the essence of net zero, distinguishing it from carbon neutrality by its comprehensive approach to minimize all types of greenhouse gas emissions. We explore the practical steps businesses and societies can take towards achieving net zero,…
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Understanding the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)
The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) represents a significant step forward in the European Union’s efforts to promote sustainable and responsible business practices. With its focus on human rights and environmental protection, the directive imposes new obligations on companies, affecting their operations, subsidiaries, and value chains. This blog post delves into the key aspects…
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Are banks the pillars for the foundation of a sustainable future in Europe?
In recent years, sustainability has emerged as a pivotal element in the strategic planning of banks, particularly within the European context. This article delves into the engagement of European banks with sustainability objectives, spotlighting the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) and its implications for the banking sector. We explore the intrinsic value that sustainability goals…
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The Role of Lifecycle Assessment in Achieving a Climate-Neutral Circular Economy
The concept of a circular economy is gaining traction as the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and resource depletion. Central to this approach is the Lifecycle Assessment (LCA), a comprehensive method for evaluating the environmental impacts of a product throughout its entire lifecycle. From raw material extraction, manufacturing, and usage, to disposal…
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Quantifying the Environmental Impact of the Internet: The Sustainable Web Design Model
This article delves into the importance of measuring the environmental impact of the Internet, focusing on the calculation model proposed by Sustainable Web Design. We will examine the credibility of the Green Software Foundation behind this model and discuss why it represents a reliable method for calculating CO2 emissions associated with web page visits.
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The Importance of Measuring Value Chain Emissions for Small Businesses
In today’s environmentally conscious landscape, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face a crucial task: measuring and managing their value chain emissions, particularly Scope 3 emissions. This article delves into the importance of this process, outlining the significant impact these emissions have on a company’s overall carbon footprint. We discuss the challenges SMEs face in measuring…
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Reducing Your Digital Usage
Technology is something we use every day, but we tend to underestimate our impact from our daily use of technology. Everytime we search up a site or send a text, we are creating an impact. To put this into perspective, digital technologies are responsible for 4% of greenhouse gas emissions, and this energy consumption is…