SustainCase newsletter – wk41, October 2022
‘Loss and damage’ debate set to dominate the COP27 agenda
World leaders attending next month’s UN climate summit are gearing up for a renewed battle over how much financial support rich countries provide to developing nations, to help them cope with the consequences of rising global temperatures.
Climate change expert: Use existing solutions to avoid catastrophe
“The risk of a climate emergency is higher than ever, but there are solutions if we act now,” says Inge Jonckheere, one of the co-authors of the latest report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
California’s drought withers tomatoes, pushing grocery prices higher
A lack of rain and snow in central California and restricted water supplies from the Colorado River have withered summer crops like tomatoes and onions. That has added pressure to grocery prices.
Energy fears drive blankets and air fryers sales ahead of winter
People in the UK are stocking up on blankets and air fryers as they try to keep their energy bills down this winter, according to a new report.
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Greek renewables fully cover power demand for first time on record
Power generation from renewables fully covered Greece’s electricity demand over a few hours last week, for the first time in the history of the country’s electricity system.
Case study: How Expolanka creates economic value for its stakeholders
October 10, 2022 – Expolanka Holdings is a global diversified conglomerate rooted in Sri Lanka. Expolanka has adopted a value creation process that supports the well-being of the economy. Read more.
Case study: How QAFAC creates economic value for its stakeholders
October 7, 2022 – Qatar Fuel Additives Company, popularly known as QAFAC, is an outcome of the strategic plan of the State of Qatar to diversify its petrochemical base and expand its downstream industries. Generating economic value for all its stakeholders, signifies QAFAC’s economic sustainability. Read more.
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