See full analysis Learn more Sustainability [New] Sustainable consumption and production is expected to make progress that keeps pace with rising income and lifestyle changes, especially as economic growth in the Asia Pacific region accelerates. [New] A less complex UK labelling system for UK funds versus the EU Ecolabel, perhaps based more on product objectives than portfolio construction, could facilitate greater amounts of sustainable investment and product innovation. [New] Widespread use at the scale of several millions of km 2 globally could increase risks for desertification, land degradation, food security and sustainable development (medium confidence). [New] The Central Valley of California is one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world due to its fertile soils, Mediterranean climate and water distribution infrastructure, but long-term sustainability of irrigated agriculture in the Central Valley is threatened by several factors. [New] The stability and certainty that comes from ensuring the public finances are on a sustainable path will support economic recovery across the UK. [New] FedEx will continue efforts to make its more than 5,000 facilities worldwide more sustainable through continued investments in efficient facilities, renewable energy, and other energy management programs. [New] New technical standards for ICTs will underpin the effort to build back better and create a more sustainable, more prosperous future in the aftermath of COVID-19 - a goal central to the UK's G7 Presidency. [New] The Ocean Decade will create a common framework to ensure that ocean science can support nations in sustainable development of their coastal and marine ecosystems and monitor ocean health to protect the largest component of earth's system that provides global climate and food security. [New] An aging United States will need temporary immigrant workers from Mexico to sustain economic growth. [New] Loan reinforces Team Europe's support for the recovery of Georgian MSMEs from the COVID-19 pandemic and will sustain jobs, maintain liquidity and operations, and fuel the economic recovery of Georgia. [New] In pursuit of sustainable future for the world, Hyundai will continue its efforts to introduce zero emission vehicles equipped with industry-leading hydrogen fuel cell and EV technologies. [New] The Mexican irrigation infrastructure has additional opportunities to improve water-use inefficiency and improve soil health. [New] Seattle could truly lead the way on sustainable, equitable growth with the right leadership pursuing that progressive vision. [New] As part of the Sustainable Hawai' i Initiative, the State of Hawai' i' s Division of Aquatic Resources leads the Marine 30 x30 Initiative, which committed to effectively manage Hawaii's nearshore waters with 30% established as marine management areas by 2030. [New] Although traders are well-placed to play a key role in operationalizing sustainability aims in global agriculture production and trade, the devolution of authority to traders as sustainability governance actors and implementers bears risks and challenges. [New] The Institute of Climate Change and Sustainable Development at Tsinghua University, an influential Chinese think tank, has calculated what might be involved in reshaping China's coal-dependent electrical power system to reach the goal of a 1.5-degree limit on global warming. [New] The EU can support airports through its Recovery and Resilience Facility, which aims at making Europe more sustainable, resilient and better prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the green and digital transitions. [New] The EIB looks forward to working with the Croatian government and the public and private sector to unlock the multibillion investment opportunities stemming from an EU-wide COVID-19 recovery, while pursuing climate action and sustainable circular economy initiatives and programmes. [New] Investors will be asking tougher questions about human rights issues in supply chains, especially as a growing number of investors are keen to make a difference in the world and align their investments with their values. [New] When China's 2020 poverty alleviation mission is completed, China will have achieved the poverty reduction goal of the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development 10 years ahead of schedule. [New] More often than not, looking beyond the scope of conventional specialists will help to ensure that a digital twin initiative is human-centred and sustainable and play a critical part in delivering positive externalities across the UK. [New] As California looks to strengthen its food system and create green jobs, AB 1289 will provide a critical tool to ensure opportunities for farmers and options for consumers. Last updated: 07 March 2021 Hi, Would you like a quick online demo of our service from an experienced member of our team? Yes No