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4th Industrial Revolution
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4th Industrial Revolution
Future of Consumption
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COVID-19
4 questions you need to ask of your post-COVID-19 supply chain
The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the fragility of our global supply chains. Post-pandemic, here's how businesses can handle difficult strategic decisions.
Sustainable Development
To help futureproof your business, keep these 4 steps in mind
Truly sustainable companies consider the planet and profits. These companies have developed the practices to help them survive for the long term.
Climate Change
What can consumers do to help solve the climate change crisis?
COVID-19 has reduced emissions for now, but they will rise unless action is taken. Consumers can help by making more environmentally conscious purchases.
Future of Consumption
I created a class to teach zero waste. It turned into so much more
Activist and graduate Sage Lenier created a course at UC Berkeley about sustainability and the circular economy. We sat down with her for a quick chat.
Sustainable Development
Why people are choosing to rent their Christmas trees
Online store Christmas on the Hill is selling sustainable Christmas trees which are rented for the festive period. They are kept alive and returned to the farm after use, ready for the fo...
COVID-19
These toymakers are giving their products a COVID-19 twist for Christmas
Toymakers in Spain and Portugal are creating toys with a COVID-19 twist. These include medical kits and putting PPE on famous Nancy dolls.
Pioneers of Change Summit 2020
The built environment and fashion industries are primed to lead the recovery. This is why
By focusing on decarbonization and the promotion of labour rights protections, these industries can create economic opportunities that promote a more human and environment-centered way of...
Future of Food
UK launches its first ever vegan-only butchers
To coincide with World Vegan Day, Britain’s first permanent vegan butcher is opening, set to sell meat-free versions of traditional products.
Future of Economic Progress
What you need to know about economic growth, revival and transformation
The shock inflicted by the pandemic on the global economy has been more severe and has occurred much faster than any other in recorded economic history.
Future of Consumption
Ikea Will Buy Back Unwanted Furniture For Up To Half The Original Price
Sustainable Development
Upscale fashion: This French company is making luxury leather out of fish skin
French fashion company, Icytos, is using discarded salmon skin to create luxury leather. It's being supported by LVMH, owner of Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior.
Climate Change
SUVs and private flights: Richest 1% account for more carbon emissions than poorest 50%
A report by Oxfam found that these emissions were likely produced by excessive spending as well as the growing popularity of SUVs and private flights.
Plastics and the Environment
Why the President of Colombia believes it’s time to reduce, reuse, and recycle
Colombia is taking steps to reduce its CO2 emissions by transitioning to renewables including wind and solar, which have increased six-fold since 2018, says President Ivan Duque.
COVID-19
This Thai airline opened a restaurant serving in-flight meals craved by customers
Thailand's national airport has opened up a plane-themed restaurant for customers who are craving in-flight meals after months of travel restrictions caused by COVID-19.
Retail, Consumer Goods and Lifestyle
These products are driving the online sales boom during COVID-19
According to the Statista Consumer Market Outlook, online sales of consumer electronics, household appliances and apparel are among the fastest growing.