Six Ways the Middle East Can Help Build a More Sustainable Global Economy
Jan 26, 2021
Like many global events and conferences, the marquee sustainability gathering in the Middle East, Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), had to scale back its plans as it went virtual last week. Nevertheless, the week-long event promised new developments on renewables, sustainable development, youth engagement and food security.
Naming the Gulf region and sustainability in the same sentence may seem counterintuitive. After all, this is region beset with a harsh climate, lacks few resources other than oil and gas and is home to countless temples of consumerism and excess – monstrous shopping malls, one of which in Dubai is home to a ski slope. But as last week s virtual event in Abu Dhabi shows, countless opportunities leading to a more responsible, low-carbon economy could be on the horizon.
2020 in Review - The Most Popular Stories on TriplePundit
Dec 24, 2020
While the harsh realities much of 2020 has wrought upon us are poised to continue for several months into 2021, few of us will feel wistful about winding up this year. But it wasn’t all bad news: We took a look at 2020 in review to see what articles were the most popular with our readers on TriplePundit the past 12 months – the following articles are what clearly resonated with you.
Yes, 2020 has been a horrid year for many reasons. But new developments in technology are one reason for optimism.
As 3p’s longtime writer Tina Casey pointed out this spring, the recycling sector can emerge stronger and more resilient than before the pandemic – even if importing recyclables to China is no longer an option. New technologies will be the key, however, if we can become successful in tackling the mounting waste problem.