Carbon credits: the marketing of greenhouse gas reduction
It is known that with the increase of industries and modernization, greenhouse gas emissions (GEES) are getting bigger. These gases are known to be responsible for the increase in global warming and, thereby, aiming for sustainable development, in 1997, the Kyoto Protocol gave rise to the so-called "Carbon Credits". in the end […]
Circular Sampa: accelerating the transition to a circular economy in São Paulo
The circular economy seeks to break the link between economic activity of consumption and finite resources, eliminate the waste generated, in addition to being supported by a transition to renewable energy sources. is based on: eliminate waste and pollution from the beginning; keep products and materials in use; and regenerate natural systems. In this way, the change […]
Two Plastics Pact: a circular economy for plastic
According to data from a project developed by the NGO Pew Charitable Trusts and SYSTEMIQ, Ltd., until 2040 the oceans will have triple the amount of plastic waste compared to today. Or value equals 600 million metric tons. It is noteworthy that 80% of the garbage found in the sea part of the continent and […]
Month of June: the month of the environment
In 05 June 1972, the United Nations (HIM-HER-IT) started the event that became known as the Stockholm Conference. During the 11 conference days, you 113 countries present, among them Brazil, discussed the consequences of environmental degradation. It was on that same day that the United Nations Program […]
Observatory shows where, how much and who is doing forest restoration in Brazil
We already know that thousands of rural producers, business initiatives, civil society organizations, Governments and research institutions are restoring degraded areas and forests, promoting ecological restoration, forestry and reforestation of native and exotic species for wood production, paper, cellulose, environmental services and many other non-timber products. These actors have […]
Circulytics 2.0: a new tool of the circular economy
in January of 2020, the Foundation launched Circulitics – the most comprehensive tool for companies interested in measuring their circular economy performance. Its development brings a series of improvements and can be accessed free of charge in Portuguese, Spanish, english and chinese. Circulytics 2.0 Circulytics goes far beyond simple flow assessment […]
organic cotton: what is it and what are its advantages
Challenges Organic cotton is produced based on the principles of organic agriculture. This tends to be better than conventional, as it does not use pesticides and pesticides– which reduces the damage caused to the soil, to the environment and to the human being. Thus, there is a lot of criticism of conventional agriculture for providing foods that can be harmful to health., but is […]
Forest restoration: where can the financial resources come from to make it viable?
Ensuring resources for landscape and forest restoration to take place is crucial for the implementation of projects and initiatives across the country.. Although, creating financial mechanisms that are maintained over time is still one of the major obstacles for restoration to gain scale. to solve this bottleneck, among the actions of the Pró-Restaura project is the […]
Forests absorb twice as much CO2 as they emit per year
The world is improving its knowledge of the importance of forests in the global fight against climate change. A new study published in the journal Nature Climate Change and available on Global Forest Watch finds that the world's forests sequester about twice as much carbon dioxide as they emit between 2001 e 2019. In other words, […]
Study reveals the state of air quality and shows how the topic is neglected in Brazil
A silent epidemic that kills about 51 thousand Brazilians every year and for which the vaccine are well developed and implemented public policies. Air pollution cannot remain a silent problem, with a national policy that has no targets for reducing pollutant emissions, is not implemented, in addition […]
Piauí will house South America's largest wind farm and solar park
Piauí received a total investment of R$ 4,8 billion for the two complexes, with 4.200 direct jobs generated at the peak of the works, which are now in the final stages. The largest wind and solar parks in South America are being built in Piauí – Lagoa dos Ventos and São Gonçalo, respectively. Os empreendimentos estão sendo […]
Amyris is the first biotech to receive Chain of Custody Certification
We are pleased to announce our successful collaboration with Amyris on their Bonsucro Chain of Custody Certification project. We congratulate the company for being the first and only biotechnology company to receive the seal.
Circular Fashion: The Creative Process Revolution
The Center for Studies in Circular Economy (NEEC Lorena) is an organization for studies and elaboration of solutions for the various productive sectors based on the principles of the circular economy. One of the pillars of the organization is the awareness and expansion of the dissemination of the theme as a form of engagement at scale. For that, the organization launched the […]
The world scene at Rio+30
The Market Analysis Institute designs discussions on production, consumption and lifestyle. Supported by research, analyzes of current trends and studies presented during Rio+20, the Institute projects an overview of the discussions on production, consumption and lifestyle in the next decade for the world. Let's imagine it wasn't just three months. But, sim, 10 […]
Government of São Paulo opens public call for floating photovoltaic plant at Billings
The Government of the State of São Paulo, through the Metropolitan Water and Energy Company (EMAE), opened a public call for the choice of companies interested in installing projects for the generation of photovoltaic energy floating in the Billings reservoir, in the capital of São Paulo. Participants must submit technical documents, financial and environmental provided for in the notice. Serão […]
Central Bank launches environmental sustainability agenda
The Central Bank (BC) launched, In the beggining of september, a set of social and environmental responsibility actions. The sustainability dimension was included in the BC# institutional agenda and included internal environmental awareness campaigns, incorporation of climate risk scenarios into BC stress tests, until the adoption of more comprehensive measures, how the creation […]
no forest, the agro is nothing. Understand the importance of the colossal "Flying Rivers"
Imagine rivers even bigger than the Amazon River, with billions of tons of water, cutting through several Brazilian states and passing over our heads. Sim. "Flying Rivers" exist. The term describes a real phenomenon., whose impact is gigantic on our lives and determinant for the balance of the ecosystem and biodiversity. They are made up of immense […]
ESG: the three magic words that are dominating the investment market
environmental criteria, social and governance or ESG– acronym in English that became internationally known – are increasingly being associated by investment managers and regulators with strong businesses., presenting less risk to the climate and sustainability of the planet, and so it has been gaining strength and attracting the market's attention. This increased interest […]
Travel 2030: a look at the changes in mobility in post-COVID
The Covid-19 pandemic is an unprecedented time in many ways. By disrupting urban systems so deeply, the virus puts before us the question of possible futures for cities in a way we cannot ignore. Cities will recover? how will they be? more inclusive? The dominance of the private car over […]
Day 3 of September, Biologist's day!
The Biologist is among the most qualified professionals to protect the planet from threats caused by human actions, as well as to try to minimize the effects of climate change and seek solutions for a better world, in the present and in the future. Biologists help find answers to fundamental questions about life. Seu trabalho pavimenta o […]
Analysis: Germany launches post-COVID package and prioritizes low-carbon investments
As the world continues to deal with the Covid-19 crisis and its economic and social impacts, Germany has pointed the way for the recovery process to emphasize environmental and economic concerns. The country's stimulus package, from 130 billions of euros, not just for economic recovery, but it also paves the way for a more […]
Webinar: New RTRS Conversion Factor System and Soy Footprint Calculator
What are soybean conversion factors and why are they important for this segment? What does the new RTRS Conversion Factor System and Soy Footprint Calculator consist of? For what purposes was it designed? In the last years, awareness of the environmental and social impacts linked to production […]
Sustainable infrastructure can be the foundation for Brazil to rebuild the post-pandemic economy
The health crisis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic is serious. The time is to take care of people, especially the most vulnerable, and support and express sympathy for those who have lost loved ones.. However, we must start planning for Brazil during and after the pandemic. in the end, economic projections indicate that we are dealing […]
Biogas and natural gas: how they fit into the Novo Mercado? And how can they strengthen?
First of all, it must be said that we are often asked about this relationship and that is why we decided to explore this subject further.. it must be said that we are often asked about this relationship and that is why we decided to explore this subject further., it comes in an increasing popularization. In contrast, Private companies and the Federal Government are starting to give more […]
"Limits of Growth", from 1973. terribly current.
When released there is almost 50 years old, some economists considered the conclusions of The Limits to Growth (The Limits to Growth, in English) as “irresponsibly absurd”, while others criticized the validity of the model the authors had used to predict energy consumption., pollution and population growth. A revisit of the report shows that we face the same challenges today. […]
Nature-based solutions can make urban infrastructures greener and more resilient
Urban infrastructure and nature – Posts Categorized, urbanization was the enemy of the environment. But the reverse is not true: nature is an important indicator of the quality of urban life. Cities must make peace with nature, for the good of people and for their own sustainability and resilience. […]
Professor of Economics defends basic sanitation as the "propelling spring" of the resumption
One day after IBGE announced that there is 18,4 millions of people without water and sewage in Brazil, the economist Monica de Bolle, pesquisadora-sênior do Peterson Institute for International Economics e professora da School for Advanced International Studies na Johns Hopkins University, defended in a meeting with CEOs of the largest companies in Brazil, what investments in infrastructure, em especial em saneamento […]
Cities must lead actions to adapt to climate change
In the cities, are the main causes of climate change, but also part of the solution to this problem.. Cities have the power to change the world, with its financial centers, of culture, trade and innovation. Nonetheless, 70% of cities are already suffering from the effects of climate change, o que pode as colocar em grave […]
Public consultation for the Bonsucro Production Standard is open
Bonsucro is a worldwide non-profit organization, formed by a team of multi-stakeholders and aims to reduce the environmental and social impacts of sugarcane production, also taking into account the need for economic viability. For a product or process to be linked to Bonsucro, it must be certified by an organization […]
ISCC PLUS: Bio-PVC is a winner
PVC is “durable and easily recyclable”, these are words that are not normally associated with plastics.. Nonetheless, it is much more durable than other common plastics., keeping its qualities for decades. Material can be recycled multiple times, why it has a key role to play in a circular economy. The company […]