To effectively meet sustainability and net-zero targets, all sectors of the global economy must decarbonise, in other words, reduce the carbon emissions that contribute to climate change. To jump-start and catalyse these goals, however, certain sectors and industries must be prioritised, notably those that are mass emitters of greenhouse gases, and therefore mass contributors to
read moreIn the global race against the clock, the energy sectors of the world have been seeking alternatives to the most common source of power, fossil fuels. While energy transitions and the reality and feasibility of such a transition are constantly discussed and debated amongst experts and governments, and deserve a blog post of their own,
read moreThe world watched closely as delegates of participatory parties from around the world discussed and negotiated matters regarding the future of development during the 27th Conference of Parties (COP27) in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. The discourse mainly revolved around one of humanity’s greatest challenges: climate change, and more importantly, how each party could contribute to
read moreNature-based solutions (NbS) rely on the interactions and relationships that exist within natural ecosystems to provide us with multiple advantages. Where humanity once destroyed and exploited the environment to extract resources, rare and trace metals, and space for gray infrastructure and agriculture, now lays the support and need for restorative environments that recreate the biological
read moreThere is no phenomenon that better describes “life imitating art” more than the invention of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Though the world is still inching towards mainstreaming autonomous robots and developing ethical and logical AI, the technology has become very prevalent and serves a wide array of purposes to massive consumer base – many of
read moreAgriculture accounts for almost 20% of the world’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and livestock alone uses 80% of total agricultural land. The bulk of GHG emissions from livestock (consisting of methane, nitrous oxide, and carbon dioxide) arise from four main sheep and cattle rearing activities: enteric fermentation, manure management, feed production, and energy consumption. While
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Member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are facing three different but interconnected shocks: the COVID-19 pandemic, a significant drop in oil prices, and climate change. First, COVID-19 has undercut economic growth and stability in the entire world as well as in GCC countries; the International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects a 7.3% economic contraction
read moreFashion is a competitive and growing industry. Big brands have lowered production costs making clothing more affordable, and release up to 24 collections per year. Not only are people buying more clothes, but also, bought garments are being replaced at a faster pace.1 This trend in fast fashion carries a hefty price tag on the
read moreAs global warming heavily impacts water sources globally, it is important to address any wastage owing to faulty water infrastructure and facilities. In some countries in Europe, a large quantity of water is lost owing to leakages in underground pipes. It is difficult to monitor the water transmission mains in rural localities, as traditional field
read moreThe oft-cited quote about our planet is that we have not inherited the land from our parents, we are borrowing it from our children, and they are, in turn, the future borrowers of this earth. Today more than any other time, the social and economic inclusion of youth is central to both the growth and
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