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The latest GreenWave Gazette from Synergy International. November 11, 2024 |
The Green Wave Gazette - A round-up of recent sustainabilty news and events around the globe by Synergy International. 
Welcome back!Welcome back to Synergy International’s GreenWave 💚 🌊 newsletter!We hope non of you missed our post on the oceans and the moving short film "Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water" by Margaux Loftus. This beautifully narrated piece, created for the UN's Congress of the Parties, brings critical attention to the essential role of our oceans, coral reefs, and marine life within the biosphere. 
Click here to watch the film. We also still want to remind you all that because of COP 29 on Climate Change in Baku, Azerbaijan, we are excited to introduce a series of focused articles, exploring and providing source material on the international treaties and legal regimes that form the foundation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This time we focused on SDG 8. 
SDG Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth for All Ever tried having a party with no music? Kind of dull, right? That's what an economy without decent work is like—it's missing the rhythm that keeps everything moving. SDG 8 is about turning up the volume on opportunities, making sure everyone has a chance to earn a living under fair and safe conditions. It’s all about making the world's workplaces not just productive, but also inclusive and empowering, like a well-run concert where everyone plays a part. No one's stuck on the sidelines, and everyone gets to feel the beat of economic growth! Read more... LATEST NEWS 
Paris begins limiting traffic in parts of centreParis has taken bold steps to restrict urban traffic, reducing congestion and promoting greener alternatives. These changes are more than just transport policies—they are instrumental in addressing air quality and environmental sustainability challenges that major cities face today.By limiting the influx of vehicles in certain zones, Paris is effectively decreasing emissions that contribute to urban air pollution, particularly NO2 and particulate matter. This initiative aligns with global goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance public health, and create livable urban environments. Read more... 
Change in CO2 emissionsEvery Picture Tells a Story 💚 🌊 : the Global North has made meaningful progress in decoupling economic growth from CO2 emissions. Nations like 🇸🇪 , 🇩🇪, and 🇬🇧 have managed to reduce their emissions significantly over the past few decades—all while growing their GDP. (Yes even 🇩🇪!) The data clearly shows that it is possible to achieve robust economic growth and reduce carbon emissions at the same time. This success story highlights the immense potential of technology, policy, and collective effort in tackling one of the most pressing challenges of our time.It's particularly important to highlight that these reductions are not a result of stagnation or economic contraction. Read more... 
For Valencia💚 🙏🏼 for Valencia: Driving the A5 to Madrid on Saturday was not what you'd expect on a weekend cross-country trip. Military convoys poured onto the motorway, and you were left wondering if you were in some kind of violation by being in the middle of all the military vehicles. Of course, these lines of jeeps and heavy equipment eventually turned south towards Valencia to battle the devastation of last week's killer DANA, which stands for Depresión Aislada en Niveles Altos. Read more...UPCOMING EVENTS 11 November - 22 November, Baku, Azerbaijan COP 29 The Government of Azerbaijan will host the 29th Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC (COP 29), with a view to building on previous successes and paving the way for future ambition to effectively tackle the global challenge of climate change. Visit the sustainability conferences and events calendar. |
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