Sustainability Education & Lifestyle
Net Zero has become one of those sustainability buzzwords like “greenwashing”, “low-carbon”, and “eco-friendly” that are thrown around frequently without much explanation. Terms such as “the race to zero”, ‘’net zero by 2050”, and “transition to net zero” are frequently used by governments, NGOs and corporations when discussing reaching climate change goals. Net zero targets…
In our corporate society, where profit is prioritised over people and the planet, a new breed of companies is emerging, where social and environmental impact are prioritised alongside profit and returns. At the forefront of this movement is B Corp certification, a rigorous accreditation awarded to businesses that meet high standards of social and environmental…
What is a Pension? If you live in the UK, are aged 22+ and earn above £10,000 a year, then the company you work for will automatically enrol you in a pension scheme. Your pension pot is then invested on your behalf, so the value of your pension will hopefully increase and grow by the…
Why should you change your banking provider? Where you keep your money has a significant impact on the environment. That’s because the bank you use could invest your money in unsustainable businesses. The Banking on Climate Chaos report (2022) found that the world’s top 60 banks had provided USD $4.6 trillion in the fossil fuel…
The EU has been a leader in implementing sustainable finance and business regulations. Two of the most notable rules introduced by the European Commission’s Action Plan on Sustainable Finance include the EU Taxonomy and the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR). The two regulations are closely interlinked and aim to ensure equal competition in the EU….
Recently there has been a massive increase in popularity and interest in responsible investment. Key buzzwords within the sector include ethical, ESG, green, and thematic investing. However, the large amount of terminology can be incredibly confusing, so I have broken down all the key terms you need to know. Responsible Investment Responsible investment is often…
We are all looking for more ways to help the planet. So here are five hobbies you should start that are fun and great for the environment. 1. Walking in nature Sending your weekends at the local park or exploring new nature trails walking is one of the best sustainable hobbies to start. Swapping your…
A sustainable lifestyle is often associated with local farmers markets, expensive clothing or owning large homesteads. If you are one of those people, you are not alone. A 2021 study found that 64% of adults who want to be more eco-friendly but the cost was too much. Let’s face it; the current cost of living…
Shareholder activism is an activist tool used to get companies to change their harmful policies or unsustainable practices.
There has been massive growth in ESG in the last few years due to the increasing demand for companies and businesses to be more sustainable and reduce their impact on society and the environment. ESG stands for Environment, Social and Governance and has become a popular way to measure companies’ impact. E (Environment)– can include measuring a company’s scope…