Substituting half of the animal products consumed globally with plant-based alternatives could significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, conserve biodiversity, and promote a more sustainable food system.
Meet the women shattering stereotypes to save Indonesia’s rainforests
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Is economic growth and sustainability really compatible?
sustainable practices// Hidden Stories SeriesIs economic growth and sustainability really compatible?June 28, 2023Protect nature or accelerate economic growth?It’s a question that’s becoming increasingly more timely. In order to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, it’s now widely accepted that humanity must safeguard and restore extensive land areas; yet policymakers face the challenge of balancing environmental conservation with the desire to improve quality …
A spotlight on Archana Soreng: Amplifying Indigenous voices for a sustainable future
sustainable practices// Hidden Stories SeriesA spotlight on Archana Soreng: Amplifying Indigenous voices for a sustainable futureJune 12, 2023Indigenous Climate Advocate, UN Youth Advisory Member, and Voice of Odisha’s Kharia Tribe.Archana Soreng was born into the Kharia tribe of Odisha, India, an Indigenous community with a rich legacy of stewarding the Earth’s biodiversity. Elevated to global prominence as a passionate climate …