Understanding forestry
Forestry, science that studies natural and artificial ways of exploiting forests Silviculture is the science that studies natural and artificial ways of restoring and improving forest stand, to meet market requirements. This study can be applied to maintenance, in the use and conscientious use of forests. We can divide-the […]
Knowing REDD AND REDD+
The UN-REDD Program is the United Nations Collaborative Program for Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD +) in developing countries. Launched in 2008, the program is based on the convening and technical expertise of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), together with the United Nations Program […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Conference in Peru discusses sustainable industrial development in Latin America
In the last decades, industrial parks have made important contributions to the restructuring and development of the global economy., creating jobs and increasing income. A conference in Lima, no Peru, will discuss in June ways these parks can also contribute to sustainable and climate-resilient urbanization, Driving Latin America's Green Growth. (development […]
In Paraiba, the sun that punishes the sertão is reality as a source of energy
If in a good part of the country solar energy is still a promise, representing less than 1% in the Brazilian energy matrix, in the extreme northwest of the state of Paraíba is already a reality and with the potential to grow a lot, as there are several projects that encompass actions in the public sector, private and civil society organizations. A […]
Silica made from rice husk ash!
the silica (SiO2) is one of the most used raw materials in the world, among its applications are glasses, Solar cells, refractory ceramics and even toothpaste. In this way, hundreds of thousands of tons are produced every year around the world. Nonetheless, the traditional way this material is produced is not the most efficient way, […]
Event highlights the importance of innovation for sustainable and inclusive development
Innovation and technology are allied tools in defining public policies and can help countries achieve a more inclusive and sustainable development, in the assessment of United Nations officials present this Wednesday (28) in the assessment of United Nations officials, held at the Museum of Tomorrow, in Rio de Janeiro (RJ). Over […]
How Petrobras intends to explore offshore wind energy in Brazil
Petrobras and the Norwegian company Equinor (ex-Statoil) recently signed a memorandum of understanding for the joint development of businesses to operate in the offshore wind energy segment (offshore) No brazil. The state-owned company has already built a pilot plant, with wind turbines whose generation capacity is of 6 a 10 megawatts (MW). They will be […]
Petrobras and UNDP sign an agreement to promote sustainable development in 110 counties
Acting in the expansion of local capacities and stimulating sustainable territorial development in 110 municipalities where Petrobras is present are the objectives of the agreement signed between the company and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) municipalities where Petrobras is present are the objectives of the agreement signed between the company and the (25), in Brasilia (DF). Signed on the three-year anniversary of the approval of the Agenda 2030 e […]
Thank you is the first coconut company in the world to become B Corp
Thanks, Bahian brand of water and coconut-based products, has just received the B Corp certification and becomes part of the global network of companies and organizations that combine economic growth with the promotion of social and environmental well-being. Entre os principais fatores que levaram a companhia a obter este reconhecimento é […]
UNDP and Repsol sign global agreement to promote sustainable development
Spanish energy company Repsol and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) signed a global cooperation agreement that will facilitate the advancement of sustainable development in more than 20 countries where both organizations operate. This is the first global agreement between the UNDP and a company in the oil and gas sector. […]
PROCEL 3E: Designing Energy Efficient Buildings
Some policies and initiatives have emerged in recent years to ensure that the country achieves its sustainability goals.. The Procel Seal for Efficient Buildings is one of them. Have you ever wondered what it would be like if a building didn't need energy? Want to know how to integrate energy efficiency into your architectural design? The Procel Seal for Buildings, […]
solar water heating: how the PROCEL seal can help you?
Generally, energy is one of the most popular resources. And life without or almost without energy use is practically impossible these days.. Responsible for ensuring more comfort inside our homes, hot water is also a major burden on the consumer's energy bill.. Thus, save energy in homes […]
Forum calls for sustainable business and accelerated development
The third SDG Business Forum brought together business leaders, governments, sociedade civil e das Nações Unidas este mês na sede da ONU em Nova Iorque para estabelecer estratégias para atingir os Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável (ODS) until 2030. O evento integrou a agenda do Fórum Político de Alto Nível das Nações Unidas — o encontro anual […]
UN Global Compact launches report on local networks initiatives
The UN Global Compact released this week (18) a document that compiles the actions developed by local networks around the world for the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (ODS). Rede Brasil was featured in sessions on SDG strategies, anti-corruption and forced labor eradication programs. The publication “Accelerating the national implementation of the […]
Ministry of Industry officially joins the Brazil Network of the Global Compact
The Ministry of Industry, Foreign Trade and Services (Doctor) is the first Brazilian federal agency to commit to the Global Compact to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (ODS) United Nations. At an event on Wednesday (20) Minister Marcos Jorge de Lima made official the portfolio's adhesion to the Rede Brasil do Pacto […]
Greatest difficulty for recycling in Brazil is misinformation, reveal research
According to a study by IPEA (Institute of Applied Economic Research) released last year, only 13% of all urban solid waste in Brazil is correctly disposed of for recycling. Among the reasons that make it difficult to reverse this scenario, draws attention that one of the main obstacles is the lack of information from the […]
Global Compact launches publications for Brazilian companies to meet UN targets and fight corruption
In Sao Paulo, the Global Compact Network Brazil launched on the last day 16, a guide to guide companies to meet the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In a forum that gathered about 400 private sector representatives, the initiative also released publications on the fight against corruption and on the engagement of the electricity sector in […]
her 16 banks prepare first guide on climate change for the financial sector
Sixteen banks from four continents, among them the Brazilians Itaú Unibanco and Bradesco, joined the UN Environment Finance Initiative in developing a methodology designed to increase financial institutions' understanding of the impact of climate change and climate action on their businesses. This understanding is fundamental to allow […]
Companies ask for regulatory framework for water involving governments, private sector and civil society
The creation of a Brazilian regulatory framework for water involving governments, private sector and civil society is the main recommendation of the final report of the Water Business Day, which condenses the discussions of the event held in March (18) during the activities of the World Water Forum, in Brasilia (DF). The document argues that the legal scope […]
IUCN: The importance of biodiversity for business
The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN, acronym in english) is the world's oldest and largest global environmental organization, and brings the conservation of biodiversity as its central mission, showing how fundamental this theme is to address some of the biggest challenges facing the world today, like climate change, the quest for development […]
Equator Principles: a financial management tool for sustainable projects
The Equator Principles contain a voluntary credit risk management framework and a set of guidelines for assessing environmental and social risks in project financial management activities. More because this demand? During practically all human history the problem of scarcity was solved through the exploration of the environment, […]
environmental certification: why suit and what are its benefits
Why adapt to environmental standards? Organizations of all types are increasingly concerned with achieving and demonstrating correct environmental performance, controlling the impact of your activities, products or services in the environment, taking into account policies and objectives defined by environmental certification bodies. This behavior is inserted in the context of […]
Meet the new ones 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals
The Sustainable Development Goals must be implemented by all countries in the world during the next 15 years old, until 2030 More of 150 world leaders gathered at UN headquarters, in New York, to formally adopt a new sustainable development agenda. Agenda is made up of 17 Sustainable Development Goals (or ODS), that […]