Developed countries have long relied on poorer nations to absorb their plastic-waste problem. Restrictions on waste imports by some countries appear to be passing the problem around rather than solving it. http://econimpact.co/vM #plasticfreejuly #plasticwaste
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In today's newsletter: Explore how innovators are trying to curb the impact of plastics on human health and ecosystems, learn how technology could provide a path away from single-use plastic consumption and assess whether seaweed is an alternative to bioplastic. #plasticfreejuly #plasticwaste
From plastic addiction to sustainable innovation
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Critical minerals can represent an unmatched opportunity to drive growth. But an over-reliance on this sector comes with economic and political risks. Explore the latent opportunity that critical minerals represent for Latin America: http://econimpact.co/vG #criticalminerals #mining
Global race for critical minerals… a unique opportunity for Latin America?
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The socioeconomic impact of low health literacy is extensive. How can we empower healthy communities and individuals to make informed decisions about their health? Explore the index: http://econimpact.co/u3 Supported by Haleon
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Synthetic textiles release microplastics every time they go through the laundry. These tiny plastics enter water, causing harms to marine life and potentially humans. How can we modify our laundry habits to reduce microplastics? http://econimpact.co/vv An initiative of Economist Impact and The Nippon Foundation #ZeroMarinePollution #plasticfreejuly
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Although some companies are already trying new approaches to create systemic change, there are currently more companies not acting and innovating to reduce plastic waste: http://econimpact.co/vt #plasticfreejuly #plasticwaste
Plastic Free July: How can design reduce plastic pollution?
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"70% of young people today are eco anxious." Force of Nature's Clover Hogan speaks to Economist Impact's Phillip Cornell about how to channel feelings into action when it comes to climate anxiety. Watch the full conversation here: http://econimpact.co/vs #climatecrisis #sustainability
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In today's newsletter: Uncover how senior leaders view procurement and its evolving role inside companies, explore the importance of soft skills in the green transition and learn why Viviana Alvarez Sanchez believes systems-based thinking will be critical in the next generation of sustainability leaders. Plus, watch our panel on how corporate leadership can combine high profitability with sustainability. #greentransition #sustainabilityleaders #corporateleadership
Business transformation to meet existing and emerging challenges
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"Different means change. Change means uncertainty. We have to overcome those barriers." Klaus Zellmer, chief executive of Škoda Auto, talks ESG strategy within the automotive industry: econimpact.co... #TheSustainabilityProject #evs
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The global agri-food system is responsible for 15% of all fossil-fuel emissions annually, contributing significantly to the deepening climate crisis. We have the tools available to change this, but now more than ever we need the moral imagination to better harness them: http://econimpact.co/va By Jacqueline Novogratz, chief executive of Acumen, and Simon O'Connell, chief executive of SNV. #TheSustainabilityProject #TheFoodImperative #foodsystems #renewableenergy
Harnessing renewable energy for resilient food systems
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