Sustainability

How sustainability is used in UN strategies?

Reading Time: 6 minutes The concept of sustainable development revolves around sufficiency, efficiency, and consistency. The UN has set 8 SDGs to ensure economic, social, and ecological well-being, including improving health, access to clean water, clean energy, decent work, industry innovation, sustainable cities, responsible consumption, and climate action. Continue reading How sustainability is used in UN strategies?

Degrowth movement

What is the “Degrowth” movement to challenge the traditional economic paradigm?

Reading Time: 6 minutes The degrowth movement, originating in the 1970s and 1980s, challenges the sustainability and equity of the dominant economic growth model. It emphasizes the need for a steady-state economy to ensure sustainable development and addresses environmental imperatives and social equity. Continue reading What is the “Degrowth” movement to challenge the traditional economic paradigm?

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Where Food Wastes Are Headed in the Next Five Years?

Reading Time: 3 minutes Food waste is a critical global issue with environmental, economic, and social repercussions, yet it offers insights into consumption patterns and the development of predictive solutions. Winnow uses data analytics and AI to reduce commercial kitchen waste, while biotechnology repurposes waste into valuable products and increases crop yields, offering a sustainable approach to waste management. Continue reading Where Food Wastes Are Headed in the Next Five Years?

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How technology can support reducing food waste by tracking and monitoring food supply chains?

Reading Time: 5 minutes Food waste, defined as the loss of food throughout the supply chain, poses significant challenges. From historical perspectives to modern-day implications, the evolution of food waste is explored. Approximately one-third of all food produced globally is wasted, affecting greenhouse gas emissions, resource conservation, food security, and nutrition. Continue reading How technology can support reducing food waste by tracking and monitoring food supply chains?