Earns less = Gains more Unfortunately, the equation does not work with equity. It only works with obesity, because obesity is highest among the people on low incomes. And here is why: since a healthy, high-quality diet costs five times as much as one high in calories from fats, sugar, and salt (but low in … Sigue leyendo ‘Social arithmetic’ of the food industry
Categoría: Eco-effectiveness
RECIPROCITY, BALANCE & GRATITUDE
The future of life conditions on Earth will be very much determined by our ability to integrate those three values into our daily lives and the choices we make. From our lifestyles to balance sheets, from schools to board meetings, from art to science,… RECIPROCITY, BALANCE & GRATITUDE must become an integral part of the … Sigue leyendo RECIPROCITY, BALANCE & GRATITUDE
Without fertile soil, the world cannot eat
“Corporate power in food systems is so concentrated that a relatively small group of people shape what is grown, how it is grown, labour conditions, prices and food choices in a way that serves the ultimate goal of profit maximization and not the public good.” This is one of the key findings from the UN … Sigue leyendo Without fertile soil, the world cannot eat
2024 reVolution
WHEN MAKING YOUR NEW YEAR RESOLUTION, THINK OF THE FOLLOWING AND JOIN THE FUTURE HEROES 🙏 💪———–YES, WE DID IT! If back in 2023 anyone had told me, I would say it’s just political propaganda. A wishful thinking made by business as usual.But today, here in the year 2050 we can finally say that WE HAVE … Sigue leyendo 2024 reVolution
SDG11: Decentralization, digitalization, and symbiotic relationships
Cities are responsible for 60 to 80% of the global GHG emissions (European Commission). However, if properly and sustainably managed, cities can provide a unique opportunity to reduce these emissions. The point of departure in this endeavor should acknowledge that nearly ¾ of GHG emissions are a direct consequence of the choices we make. Among … Sigue leyendo SDG11: Decentralization, digitalization, and symbiotic relationships
SDG14: The Big Blue Marble (never)ending story
The ending scene from The Big Blue (Luc Besson’s movie from 1988) is profoundly carved into my memory and my senses. That deep circularity of its symbolism erases the duality between ending and beginning. It is a tribute to Poseidon, the ancient Greek god, ruler of the seas, who is often represented by a dolphin. … Sigue leyendo SDG14: The Big Blue Marble (never)ending story
SDG6: Water is life. Peak water. Peak life.
In 1956 science (Hubert) estimated that oil production in the United States would peak between 1965 and 1970. The science was right. In 1970, US oil production reached a maximum and began to decline (Gleick & Palaniappan, 2010). The term peak refers to the year when the maximum rate of extraction is reached, after which … Sigue leyendo SDG6: Water is life. Peak water. Peak life.
SDG9: From Catch 22 to catch me if you can
To boost the sustainable transition we need to build new infrastructures and industries. But, building more infrastructures and industries creates additional pressure and further accelerates climate change. So, how do we go about this Catch 22? Sustainable Development Goal 9, which seeks to build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation, … Sigue leyendo SDG9: From Catch 22 to catch me if you can
SDG16: To connect physically, psychologically, and spiritually while leaving a minimum carbon footprint behind
To succeed in the transition framed within the UN Sustainable Development Goals, sustainability needs to deal with the uncertainty that emerges from one of the most challenging questions it eventually encounters: 'What will humans do?' (Busch & Harris). No matter how good the governance or technological solutions being available, their success is eventually determined by … Sigue leyendo SDG16: To connect physically, psychologically, and spiritually while leaving a minimum carbon footprint behind
SDG15: Biodiversity, resilience, and photosynthesis
“Take care of the land, my son. They don’t make it anymore!” was the advice one farmer, whom I met some years ago, was given by his father. The man inherited a big farm right on the outskirts of a fast-developing city. The laws that stipulate the land use in that region dictate that, in … Sigue leyendo SDG15: Biodiversity, resilience, and photosynthesis
Boris Matijas 