Many people around us talk about the benefits of businesses within the Circular Economy. They list each positive aspect it brings for us and the environment. It all sounds great, but we believe many people hesitate because they’re unsure of where to start, and most importantly, how to begin a business without investing a large …
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This week, we’re sharing a competition created by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation in collaboration with the Sustainable Food Trust. It’s called the Big Food Redesign Challenge. Here, we’ll tell you what it’s all about and how you can participate if you’re part of this industry. Why was this challenge created?After analyzing global data, it’s clear …
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There is still so much to be done on our planet, but thanks to the implementation of businesses based on the principles of the Circular Economy, we’ve discovered new and innovative ways to address modern challenges—by applying technology and creativity. In this week’s article, we highlight how a company called NILUS (Argentina) is tackling food …
Nilus. Healthy food within reach of those most in need. Read More »
One of the challenges our planet is currently facing is food insecurity, which affects people with limited economic resources who are unable to meet their basic needs. This issue has led to a growing openness to exploring alternative food sources. As a result, animals that were previously considered unfit for human consumption are now being …
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One of the things we consider basic and essential in our daily lives is electricity. We often see it not as a privilege but as a guaranteed right. However, this is far from reality, as millions of people living in extreme poverty go without this vital resource every day. In Colombia, there is an organization …
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Composting is one of the key practices for reducing and recovering organic waste, and it’s something we should all adopt in our homes and communities. In Latin America and the Caribbean, organic waste accounts for an average of 50% of municipal solid waste. This highlights the urgent need to strengthen and implement public policies that …
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Our planet is a big home filled with plants, animals, and people. COP16 is a major gathering where countries come together to make agreements and reach consensus on how to better take care of our shared home. At this Summit, they talk about a plan called the Global Biodiversity Framework. Simply put, this plan is …
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