When it comes to green building, ‘durable’ is the new ‘sustainable’
As extreme weather events become more frequent, buildings will need to be designed for greater durability, a new study by…
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Businesses with strong political connections face less scrutiny of corporate greenwashing
Businesses that boast strong political connections are more likely to avoid scrutiny over potential greenwashing, a new study by Durham…
Climate change trails public health and the economy among European consumer concerns
The environment is the third-most important area of concern for European citizens, after public health and the economy, having grown…
US consumers more likely to support environmental issues when backed by scientists, citizens
Americans are more likely to support and take action on environmental issues when they are supported by scientists or their…
How to tackle the world’s growing diaper waste crisis
Absorbent hygiene products, such as disposable diapers and nappies, account for between 160 million and 200 million tonnes of waste…
Cruise holidays taxed less than hotels, despite environmental impact, says T&E
Cruise holidays should ‘pay their fair share’ of tax, given their environmental impact and contribution to overtourism, a new study…
Businesses that ‘aggressively’ avoid paying tax more likely to engage in greenwashing, study suggests
Firms that ‘aggressively’ avoid paying tax are also more likely to overstate their environmental credentials, a new study by Murdoch…
Earthmark launches new directory to enable brands to combat greenwashing and greenhushing
Earthmark has launched a new platform aimed at making environmental performance data easier for consumers and brands to access, in…
Wealthiest 10% responsible for up to $5.7 trillion a year in environmental damage
The world’s wealthiest 10% of people are responsible for between $1.7 trillion and $5.7 trillion worth of environmental damage every…
Companies have been able to save up to $94 billion through emissions reduction efforts since 2024: CDP
New analysis from environmental disclosure organisation CDP has found that global companies have saved between $80 billion and $94 billion…