Environmental sustainability
The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has moved to amend the Debt Securities Rules 2021 to facilitate the issuance of bonds with a focus on social impact and environmental sustainability. The amendments aim to support the increasing demand for Bangladeshi products in the global market, particularly in the US,
Environmental sustainability
Despite its growth, the cage fish farming sector in Lake Victoria, Kenya, faces recurring challenges, including inadequate regulatory compliance, poor environmental management, and frequent mass fish kills that threaten its long-term sustainability. A recent study assessed the socio-economic impacts and governance shortcomings associated with fish kills in the sector, finding
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Research from Northwestern Polytechnical University has highlighted the significance of hybrid thermoelectric generators (HTEGs) in harnessing waste heat through the Seebeck effect, contributing to global efforts in energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. Funded by the Key R&D Program of Jiangxi Province, the study employed the Sobol-sequence-sampling method to
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I-Mei Foods, a renowned Taiwanese company, is demonstrating its dedication to sustainable practices by participating in the SDG Asia Expo, an event highlighting achievements in green technology, energy-efficient architecture, and sustainable living. The expo, themed 'Charge Towards Change,' features over 1,000 booths and showcases the efforts of
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A groundbreaking partnership between SMX (NASDAQ: SMX) and Singapore's A*STAR is set to transform the recycling industry with the introduction of the world's first national plastics passport. This innovative system is designed to correct the fatal design flaws that have plagued recycling efforts for decades,
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AJ Nonwovens (AJNW), a leading manufacturer of advanced nonwoven materials, has successfully processed over 1.8 million pounds of material that would have otherwise ended up in landfills. This achievement marks a significant step in the company's journey toward building a more sustainable future for its employees, customers,
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BorgWarner, a leading mobility technology supplier, has made significant strides in its sustainability efforts, highlighted in its 2025 Sustainability Report, "Engineered for Resilience." The company has realized a 36% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the 2021 baseline and generated 87% of
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FedEx, one of the world's largest express transportation companies, has announced the expansion of its electric vehicle (EV) fleet in Hong Kong with the addition of six new panel vans for parcel pickup and delivery operations. This move is part of FedEx's efforts to reduce its
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A new study published in Energy Strategy Reviews has revealed the complex relationship between economic development and environmental sustainability in 10 economies within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). The research, conducted by a team of scientists from Henan Agricultural University, used sophisticated econometric regression techniques to examine the interconnections between
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Research conducted at Tsinghua University in Beijing has found that greenhouse gas emissions from urban water systems (UWSs) in China have increased approximately 14-fold over a 40-year period from 1980 to 2020. This surge in emissions is attributed to changes in urban populations, technological advancements, and lifestyle shifts. The study
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A recent study published in Environmental and Sustainability Indicators reveals that rice production can significantly contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Researchers from the University of Agricultural Sciences in Karnataka, India, conducted a two-year experiment to investigate the impact of water and nitrogen management strategies on rice production. The study found
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Researchers from the National Research Council (CNR) in Portici, Italy, have discovered that marine microplastics can be repurposed to improve the performance of asphalt mastics, promoting recycling and reducing climate change indicators. The study investigated the feasibility of using marine microplastics as modifiers in two types of bituminous mastics, finding
