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
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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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Modest changes in diet could go some way to reducing greenhouse-gas emissions, offering a practical approach to tackling climate change: http://econimpact.co/v6 #TheFoodImperative #foodsystems #sustainablefood Sources: Food systems are responsible for a third of global anthropogenic GHG emissions. Nature Food 2, 198–209 (2021), Feeding climate and biodiversity goals with novel plant-based meat and milk alternatives. Nature Communications 14, 5316 (2023)
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Unlike the ocean, bays have calm waters that trap toxins. Bays are vital for fishing, aquaculture, and recreation, making the impacts of pollution more noticeable. How do plastic and nutrient pollution affect our bays? http://econimpact.co/v1 An initiative of Economist Impact and The Nippon Foundation
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Economist Impact's Global lead, new globalisation, John Ferguson, presented our research, future scenarios of AI through to 2030, at an event hosted by Google Almedalen this week. The research delves into four distinct scenarios shaping the trajectory of artificial intelligence through to 2030, and brings together expert insights to explore the central technological, social, and macroeconomic factors that will influence AI's future. Visit the research hub to explore further: http://econimpact.co/uW #AI #innovation
The Future of AI: Navigating Tomorrow's Landscape
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