An Economy that serves People and Planet
A green future needs to address inequalities. The pandemic has shown, in particular, the flaws in our social security system. Learn how a green economy can achieve this.
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Author: REAL
The Future of Fashion Webinar with CoGo App
REAL Sustainability joined the CoGo “Future of Fashion” webinar. Fashion is at the heart of the interconnected climate, ecological and social crises. A circular economy is central to reducing consumption. Action is needed on systemic racism and slavery with “value addition” facilitating a greater proportion of profit going to labour. Moving forward, brand collaboration and partnership are needed.
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What are fashion brands doing about sustainability?
REAL Sustainability looks at steps companies are taking to reduce carbon emissions. There are 46 brands signed up to science based targets to achieve net zero. It also investigates actions relating to the circular economy, water conservation, sustainable fabrics and regenerative agriculture. The article also considers initiatives relating to modern slavery.
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Putting your money where the climate action is
Catherine Howarth, CEO of Share Action, tells Safia Minney how our pension pots have the power to persuade Britain’s biggest companies to join the war on climate change.
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Find your Tribe – the Networks working on Climate Action
With pressure from activists and campaigners, 2019 became the year for taking climate action. As of February 2020, 28 countries and, in the UK, over half of local authorities had declared a climate emergency. Interest groups declaring in the UK include culture, music, architects, engineers, scientists, health, business, citizens, education and national parks.
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