New study finds Gen Z fuelling ‘great resignation’ in workforce
The youngest employees in the global workforce have expressed the greatest dissatisfaction with their current careers, and over a third plan on finding a new job within the next year. Gen Z and young Millennials are the most likely to switch jobs in the coming year and are the least...
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Boohoo to give factory tours amid exploitation allegations
The fast fashion giant is giving the public a look inside its Leicester supply chain upon special request. Fast fashion retailer Boohoo is in hot water once again due to fresh accusations of sourcing their clothing materials from factories which engage in exploitative practices. The company is part of a fashion...
New Zealand startup uses microbes to recycle gold from e-waste
Mint Innovation is a New Zealand cleantech company that uses a clever combination of biology and chemistry to extract precious metals from our ever-growing e-waste. Ever stopped to think about e-waste? The likelihood is you have a drawer at home full of old phone chargers, flat batteries, and that one wire...
‘Green steel’ could retire fossil fuels from Sweden’s metal production
The world’s first batch of ‘green steel’ produced entirely without fossil fuels is being delivered to Volvo, where it will be used to build electric trucks. With climate news over the last month being anything but positive, we’re pleased to announce a rare decarbonisation milestone within the industrial industry. Manufacturing metals...
California’s new laws could change America’s farm industry
Stricter regulations in California will improve environments where farmed animals are raised. Some fear bacon shortages, while others welcome a nationwide change. Americans may be divided on many matters, but love for bacon is not one of them. 255 million pounds of pork are used by Californian restaurants and grocery shops...
Beyond Meat CEO backs proposed meat consumption tax
A tax on meat could encourage the public to cut back on animal products in their diets, though it wouldn’t be without complications and difficulties. Remember when the UK government decided to introduce a sugar drinks tax to push consumers toward healthier diets? It seems a similar tactic could be...
Ben & Jerry’s to end sales in Occupied Palestine Territory
The decision comes after years of pressure from activists and listening to the concerns of ‘fans and trusted partners.’ In a brief statement, Ben & Jerry’s has announced that continuing the sale of its ice cream in occupied territories of the West Bank and East Jerusalem would be ‘inconsistent with values.’ Though precise details have not yet been revealed, discussions to terminate the contract with its Israel-based factory are complete. The...
World’s largest four-day week trials an ‘overwhelming success’
Trials of a four-day week in Iceland saw increased productivity and well-being of workers, and hints at the future potential of reduced hours. A four-day week sounds pretty appealing. I’m sure one day less of Zoom calls, busy commutes, and annoying co-workers is something of a fantasy for most. Now, thanks to new trials undertaken by think-tanks, we’ve new evidence to suggest that shorter working weeks may actually be more beneficial for...
You decide — should Gen-Z demand 100% sustainable businesses?
Research shows Gen-Z wants corporate transparency above anything else. But what does it take to be 100% sustainable and fair trade, and is it fair to pressure companies to obtain both? ‘The term sustainability gets used — and abused — a lot,’ says Richard Turner, founder of Ombar, an organic vegan chocolate company that prides itself in being ethical. While Ombar is plant-based and has just applied to be a...
Ocean architects reimagine floating homes of the future
As sea levels rise, homes on the water may be the only option for those living in coastal areas. Luckily, many architects are up to the challenge. The Climate Central Estimate reports that globally, 275 million people currently live in areas that will be flooded if we reach a global temperature increase of three degrees Celsius. Ocean-based homes are being explored as feasible solutions to polluted cities and rising sea levels. Wojciech...
