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Concrete is the second most used material in the world after water, and its production process accounts for 8 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions. That’s a big challenge right up front. But more important is that we will continue to use vast amounts of it because of its reliability for structural integrity. As emissions rise, decarbonising concrete is urgent but also one of the most complex sustainability solutions that need to be found.
In this era of a fast-closing window of opportunity to limit the worst excesses of future climate heating, net zero greenwashing by companies is blossoming. Here’s to spot and avoid it. Let’s try and stick to the science. It’s all we’ve got. So the first question to ask is how much carbon dioxide-equivalent gases can…
You want your superannuation savings to be invested in things that also serve the planet’s long-term interests. But how can you be sure your fund’s values align with yours – or even its own claims?
Ads are ubiquitous in many people’s lives, whether on billboards across our cities or on our phones as we’re tracked across the internet. That’s a huge amount of power and influence. For example, ads which appeal to eco-conscious consumers have the potential to dramatically affect public perceptions of how brands are addressing climate change.
Nature strips, urban canopy or pocket parks –they’re desirable to most people. But ensuring they become part of urban life requires collaboration and clear guidelines.
