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Caradonna's unique and concise history broadens our understanding of what "sustainability" means, revealing how it progressed from a relatively marginal concept to an ideal that shapes everything from individual lifestyles, government and corporate strategies, and even national and international policy. For anyone seeking understand the history of those striving to make the world a better place to live, here's a place to start.

While politicians, entrepreneurs, and even school children could tell you that sustainability is an important and nearly universal value, many of them, and many of us, may struggle to define the term, let alone trace its history. What is sustainability? Is it always about the environment? What science do we need to fully grasp what it requires? What does sustainability mean for business? How can governments plan for a sustainable future?

News and investment research brought to you weekly covering major market trends and new research insights. With topics ranging from climate impact on investment portfolios, corporate actions, trending investment topics, and emerging sustainability issues, hosts Mike Disabato and Bentley Kaplan of MSCI ESG Research walk through the latest news and research that is top of mind for the week.

In AI for Good: Applications in Sustainability, Humanitarian Action, and Health, a team of veteran Microsoft AI researchers delivers an insightful and fascinating discussion of how one of the world's most recognizable software companies is tackling intractable social problems with the power of artificial intelligence (AI). In the book, you'll see real in-the-field examples of researchers using AI with replicable methods and reusable AI code to inspire your own uses.

A circular economy is an economic system designed to save money, eliminate waste, and achieve deep sustainability. No-brainer, right? Circular Economy for Dummies explains why the old way of doing things (the take-make-waste model of a linear economy) is fast going the way of the dinosaurs, and it gets you ready to think circular. From business processes and material lifecycles to circular design in just about every industry, this book is a fascinating glimpse into the sustainable future we urgently need.

In this accessible guide to the meanings of sustainability, Kent Portney describes the evolution of the idea and examines its application in a variety of contemporary contexts - from economic growth and consumption to government policy and urban planning.

Inspiring stories of 10 urbanites who decided to ‘the simple life’ in the rural mountains of Japan—for anyone interested in sustainable living, Japanese culture, and Eastern spirituality. “Subversive in the best possible way.” —Bill McKibben, New York Times–bestselling author The...

What will the city of tomorrow look like?We are living in the Century of the City. Cities are the main drivers of creativity and innovation. Yet, a great number of people have little or no conception of what their future will look like when it comes to creating resilient, sustainable, and liveable cities. Even though a significant majority are intent on learning more about climate disruption, energy, transport, water, air, waste, education, and jobs.In a decade of transformative change, Future Cities podcast tells stories about the best in democracy, culture, urbanism, and society. It is a ...

The definitive account of India’s energy journey and a blueprint for an energy-efficient future. The historic oil crisis of 1973, which permanently altered significant economic policies worldwide, marked a turning point in India’s energy odyssey, putting the country on the path towards energy efficiency. A young energy researcher at the National Productivity Council at the time, Padu Padmanabhan soon found himself at a juncture that would lead him to the many watershed moments of this journey.

Hør podcasten Sustainability og bli oppdatert på den raske utviklingen innen bærekraftsfeltet i skjæringspunktet mellom næringsliv, politikk og vitenskap. Vi løfter blikket og ser på megatrender, og vi dykker ned i detaljer som skal gjøre ESG lønnsomt. Vi bryr oss om alle bærekraftsbokstavene norske selskaper må forholde seg til: E, S og G. Med oss i studio har vi mennesker som enten kan mye - eller vil mye - eller begge deler.

No fluff. Just real talk.Tired of jargon-filled panels and sustainability spin? So are we.Hosted by industry expert Ildiko Almasi Simsic, The No Nonsense Sustainability Podcast lifts the hood on today’s sustainability talk to expose what’s real, what’s greenwash, and what actually works in the field.Each time, we invite real practitioners—not just theorists—to break down a sustainability buzzword, explain it in plain English (or so even our moms can understand), and share what it looks like in practice. If it gets too fluffy, we hit the buzzer. Literally.Whether you're a ...

An initiative by the McGill Journal of Sustainable Development Law, this podcast series will spotlight a variety of issues that lie at the intersection of sustainability, law, development and rights through conversations with experts in diverse fields. Une initiative de la Revue de droit du développement durable de McGill, cette série de podcasts mettra l'accent sur une variété de questions qui se trouvent à l'intersection de la durabilité, du droit, du développement et des droits de la personne à travers des conversations avec des experts dans divers domaines.

🎧 Dans ce podcast d'Agoria, plongez au cœur de la durabilité des entreprises belges !Ensemble, bâtissons un futur responsable !🔗 Pour en savoir plus, rendez-vous sur https://www.agoria.be/fr/sustainability-reporting/introductionProduction : Makers Média pour Agoria Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Every 15 seconds, a child dies from waterborne disease. Three times an hour, another species becomes extinct. Each day, we consume 85 million barrels of oil and pump 23 million tons of carbon dioxide into an already warming atmosphere. But against this bleak backdrop, beacons of hope shine from thousands of large and small initiatives. Thriving Beyond Sustainability draws a collective map of individuals, organizations, and communities that are committed to building an alternative future.

I’m a solution architect with a certification in sustainability from MIT discussing ideas for how to transform many different aspects of the economy and the world to meet the sustainability and climate challenges ahead of us. I present ideas for new business models, policies, strategies for reuse, and more.

In this limited-edition podcast, St. Ambrose University (Davenport, Iowa, USA) seniors Emma Duncan and Laura Meloy discuss sustainability issues, myths, nuances, and more.

The Carbon Circle Podcast is a space for outcome-oriented conversations on what it will truly take to build a sustainable India. Hosted by Roshan Rai, each episode brings together founders, industry leaders, policymakers, and domain experts who are working on real solutions across climate, energy, infrastructure, mobility, waste, and the carbon economy. We focus on on-ground realities, what is working, what is not, and what must change to scale sustainable systems in India. Every episode contributes to a larger goal: advancing credible pathways toward Viksit Bharat 2047.

Join us for solutions-driven conversations on today’s most urgent sustainability challenges – from climate change and biodiversity loss to human rights, living wage and livelihoods. Whether you’re a business leader strengthening supply chain sustainability and meet compliance requirements, or a policymaker advancing sustainability while balancing competitiveness, each episode delivers practical insights you can use to drive real impact.Our expert speakers bring technical topics to life, unpacking the complexities of sustainability systems and making them accessible and actionable for ...

The RIFS Research Institute for Sustainability conducts research with the goal of understanding, advancing, and guiding processes of societal change towards sustainable development. Our research approach is transformative, transdisciplinary, and co-creative. | Am RIFS Forschungsinstitut für Nachhaltigkeit werden Entwicklungspfade für die globale Transformation zu einer nachhaltigen Gesellschaft erforscht, aufgezeigt und unterstützt. Es gehört seit 2023 zur Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft und ist eingebunden ins GFZ Helmholtz-Zentrum für Geoforschung in Potsdam. Der Forschungsansatz ist ...

Ever wondered how businesses can make a positive impact on the environment and society without sacrificing profit? Tune into our new podcast series, Sustainable Sustainability, as we explore this very question! Based on the book Sustainable Sustainability authored by our CEO Rajeev Peshawaria, we will engage with thought leaders and changemakers to uncover a powerful truth: companies that prioritise positive change are not just maintaining profits — they are driving superior shareholder returns. By proactively addressing issues such as climate change, socio-economic inequality, and cyber ...