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Is the golf industry doing enough to combat climate change?

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Currently, five golf organizations have joined: the United States Golf Association (USGA); Waste Management Phoenix Open; The International Golf Federation; World Minigolf Federation; and Sentosa Golf Club in Singapore. Nonprofit organizations such as the National Links Trust , recent bid winners to take over operations of Washington, D.C.’s

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Circular economy startups compete at Circularity 2020, taking on shoes to shelf-life

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At Circularity 20, GreenBiz’s online circular economy event, five startups presented their potentially world-altering ideas during the Accelerate competition. This GreenBiz tradition began in 2012 at its VERGE events, offering a venue where startups make a 2.5-minute minute pitch of their technology to the audience.

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These changes to our food systems could improve human and planetary health

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All comments expressed are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organizations. In addition, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has estimated that roughly a third of all food produced in the world is lost or wasted along different stages of the value chain.

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8 Steps to Green Business Certification With Little Monetary Investment

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Congratulations on starting your green business journey and for considering making your organization a green certified one. With some purpose-driven employees, dedication and a simple 8-step plan, any organization no matter how big or small can become green certified with little to no initial investment.

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Celebrate and Communicate Your Accomplishments: Executive Guide To Becoming A Sustainable Business – Step 9

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Stronger Workforce – Employees, especially the younger generation, seek out employers who are ethical and environmentally responsible. Higher Employee Engagement – Employees enjoy participating in meaningful projects, programs and events that support causes they believe in. Next Actionable Steps. Celebrate Successes.

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Sport Industry Sustainability: 5 Simple Steps to Kick-Start Your Sustainability Program

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These three global sporting events generated the equivalent of burning 11 billion pounds of coal, releasing a total of 10.05 With this in mind, in Europe, the Green Sports Alliance have brought large football organizations together to push for environmentally friendly ways to enjoy these games. million tonnes of CO 2e.

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Responsible Investing: How to Invest or Divest to Help Fight Climate Change

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Scientists warn that we are rapidly approaching critical tipping points in our climate system, which could result in adverse impacts such as droughts, floods, and extreme weather events. The World Health Organization has reported that climate change contributes to approximately 150,000 deaths annually. What Is Responsible Divestment?