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I’m concerned… 😕 I’ve just read an interview with a theme park CEO in the attractions industry press. The CEO shared the vision and masterplan 🗺 for the park for 2030 and beyond. 🔎 Inside the masterplan: fantastic new attractions, big expansion areas, and ambitious sustainability goals. Among the sustainability goals, notable initiatives include the installation of large solar panels and advanced systems to generate extra energy. ⚡ ✔ Great and innovative But I miss something... It’s just one word. Food ⁉ Surprisingly, "food" is entirely absent from the park's sustainability goals! How could their second source of revenue be overlooked in such a comprehensive vision?? I think that more sustainable food deserves a prominent place in a park's long-term strategy. 🎢🍽 #sustainableeating #themepark #attractionsindustry #sustainablefood

Sustainability isn't just a buzzword – it's a core part of our commitment to being a university for public good. On Earth Day, we’re reflecting on what we’ve done so far. Here are a few things we're doing to make a difference: ☕ Over 1.5 million single-use cups saved so far through our YORCUP scheme 🌞 219,000kWh / year solar energy generated by 320 solar panels installed across our campus 🚲 York has been voted one of the most bike-friendly cities in England 💚 Green Flag campus, the national standard for public parks and green spaces 🌳 3,130 trees planted on campus grounds last academic year 📊 We no longer have investments in the fossil fuel industry 🦔 We’re a hedgehog-friendly campus, awarded Platinum status for being a safe place for hedgehogs to thrive Join us in making a difference! Hear Erin's top tips for sustainable living in York: https://lnkd.in/ewn36FQY

Brilliant approach- circular economy meets tech innovation and just need to add local leadeship and the drive to make it happen and you get a better outcome for all - thanks for sharing Sam Zindel . I will share internally

On this Earth Day, let's take a moment to reflect on the impact we can make as a united group. The enormity of each small action cannot be understated. I am proud to lead the LUMA team as we rebuild the grid, enhance resiliency, and promote efficiency. Let's continue to move forward towards a sustainable future. "The one who plants trees, knowing that he will never sit in their shade, has at least started to understand the meaning of life." - Rabindranath Tagore Let's all do our part today and every day to make a positive impact on our planet. #EarthDay #Sustainability #LUMA #PREnergy https://lnkd.in/eEHaJ75A

Navigate Toward Sustainability with Every Park 🌱🚗 Embrace the future with our innovative parking solution that marries technology with environmental stewardship. Our app is more than a tool; it's a commitment to fostering urban areas where development and nature coexist beautifully. Through smart parking, we're reducing emissions, supporting renewable energy, and enhancing urban green spaces. **Key Benefits:** - **Efficiency Meets Green:** Find parking faster, reduce idle driving, and cut down on fuel consumption. - **Promote Renewable Energy:** Integration with electric vehicle charging stations encourages the use of clean energy. - **Revitalize Urban Spaces:** Less congestion means more room for parks, public spaces, and pedestrian areas, contributing to biodiversity and community well-being. By choosing our app, you're not just parking your car; you're investing in the planet's future. Together, let's drive the change towards a more sustainable, greener world where technology and ecology go hand in hand. 🌿🌍 **Your journey makes a difference. Let's pave the way for a brighter tomorrow, one parking spot at a time.**

CAPREIT has begun installing a network of electric vehicle charging stations, with plans for further expansion in the coming years – another step toward a greener future. Check out this short video that details the project.   #REITsforHousing #esg #sustainability #conservation #evchargingstations #ev #bestplacetolive #bestplacetowork #bestplacetoinvest

What is the most sustainable city in the world? As the global community continues to combat climate change and resource depletion, some cities have emerged as leaders in sustainable innovation. These cities are creating more livable environments while drastically reducing their environmental footprints. ✅ Let's explore some of the most sustainable cities in the world: 1️⃣ Singapore: A Green City-State 〰️ Known for its 'City in Nature' vision, Singapore integrates greenery with urban spaces and uses advanced technologies for water and energy management. 2️⃣Copenhagen: Leading the Carbon Neutral Race 〰️ Its cycling culture, reliance on wind power, and green urban planning are driving significant reductions in emissions, making it one of the greenest cities in the world. 3️⃣ Oslo: Electric Mobility and Renewable Power 〰️ With 100% of its electricity from hydropower and half of its new car sales being electric, Oslo is a leader in renewable energy and electric mobility. 4️⃣ Vancouver: North America's Greenest City 〰️ Vancouver has one of the lowest carbon footprints of any major city in North America. It relies heavily on hydroelectric power and is actively investing in green buildings, public transportation and waste reduction. 5️⃣ Zurich: Efficient and Smart Urban Design 〰️ With a strong focus on clean energy and smart urban design, Zurich has one of the highest recycling rates in the world and continues to reduce its carbon footprint through renewable energy initiatives. 6️⃣ Stockholm: A Pioneer in Waste Management 〰️ Stockholm's waste-to-energy system and clean public transport makes it a pioneer in sustainable urban living. Its goal to be fossil fuel-free by 2040 demonstrates its forward-thinking approach to urban planning. 7️⃣ Reykjavik: Powered by Geothermal Energy 〰️ Reykjavik runs entirely on geothermal and hydroelectric energy. The city is on track to be carbon neutral by 2040, focusing on clean transport and renewable energy. 8️⃣ Helsinki: Extensive Use of District Heating 〰️ Helsinki is on a fast track to becoming carbon neutral by 2035. The Finnish capital is known for its extensive use of district heating, which reduces reliance on fossil fuels by using waste heat for heating buildings 🟠 The cities of Copenhagen, Vancouver, Helsinki and others demonstrate that sustainability is not just a goal, but a reality being achieved through innovation and commitment. 🟢 From renewable energy to sustainable transportation and green spaces, these cities are setting the stage for a greener future. ✅ What barriers do you think cities face in becoming more sustainable, and how can they be overcome? #SustainableCities #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #ESG #Sustainability #BrandBuilderTalents I'm Jeff Loo , a Singaporean finance professional currently pursuing advanced certifications in sustainability and deeply committed to create a positive impact on the planet.😀 https://lnkd.in/gcCyQKmi

🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌿 Let's celebrate our beautiful planet and commit to protecting it for future generations. 🌱 Did YOU know that sustainable real estate practices can make a significant impact on our environment? From energy-efficient buildings to eco-friendly materials, the real estate industry plays a crucial role in reducing carbon footprints. Every small action, whether it's reducing plastic use or investing in green technologies, counts towards a more sustainable future. Together, let's make every day Earth Day. 🌎💚

In this week’s climate tech round-up of stories from the past week, we've got news of the UK closing its last coal plant, a clever food waste solution at NYC’s Restaurant Week, and highlights from New York Climate Week. 🔥 End of a (Coal) Era: The UK has officially closed its last coal plant, marking a pivotal moment in its clean energy journey. As one of Europe’s largest coal consumers, this milestone underscores the global move toward renewable energy. https://bit.ly/3XUsHS9 🍕 Make Food Not Waste: NYC Restaurant Week committed to cutting food waste. This year, Mill teamed up with 12 restaurants to set a new standard for no-waste cooking—each featuring a special dish that celebrates sustainable cuisine. https://bit.ly/3N9qOfp 🌱 NY Climate Week: #NYCW was buzzing with innovations with a number of great recaps of the action. Arbor Energy shared insights on financing for first of a kind projects (FOAKs) (https://bit.ly/3TTUqRC) and Martin Schmidbaur highlighted topics top of mind for investors (https://bit.ly/4gSeT3a). Meanwhile, our investment team shared their takeaways too (https://bit.ly/4dDq10J). 🗽 Climate Tech Takes Over Times Square: More from #NYCW where Norrsken announced their prestigious Impact List naming 100 of the world’s most promising impact startups, including our very own Dioxycle who got a big shoutout from the Nasdaq Tower in Times Square. https://bit.ly/4eMgkhG 🏢 Cement’s Green Era: Canary Media Inc. featured companies working to decarbonize cement, including Gigascale portfolio company, Cocoon talking about their recent pre-seed round and how the team is turning a by-product of electric steel making into a low-carbon replacement for cement. https://bit.ly/3ZPCn2J 🧐 Next week, we’ll be on the ground at The Engine Accelerator's Tough Tech Summit in Boston. Let us know if you’ll be there, and stay tuned for more updates! #roundup #climatetech #climatechange #sustainability #nycrestaurantweek #hardtech

The City of Moorhead has once again been recognized for its outstanding sustainability efforts, maintaining its Step 5 status in the Minnesota GreenStep program. Moorhead is honored to be one of only 32 Minnesota cities that has fully advanced to GreenStep 5 status, with 149 participating cities and tribal nations in the 14 -year-old challenge, assistance, and recognition initiative. Key efforts contributing to this achievement include reducing energy usage in city-owned buildings, increasing the percentage of streetlights that are LEDs, planting more trees, and expanding renewable energy generation sites. Additionally, Moorhead residents have significantly contributed by reducing residential solid waste per person and embracing composting. “Ultimately, this exemplifies Moorhead’s commitment to a sustainable future,” shared Ethan Johnk, Assistant City Planner and GreenStep program lead with the City of Moorhead. To maintain Step 5 status, the community must improve on at least three metrics each year, with progress tracked across 17 categories. Learn more at GreenStep’s City of Moorhead profile page: https://lnkd.in/gD9r8JBe