Adopting environmental and social sustainability principles enhances performance, with an ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) corporate culture fostering long-term success. This is

Adopting environmental and social sustainability principles enhances performance, with an ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) corporate culture fostering long-term success. This is detailed in research by Harvard Business School's George Serafeim, co-authored with Robert G. Eccles (Harvard Business School) and Ioannis Ioannou (London Business School).

Their paper, "The Impact of a Corporate Culture of Sustainability on Corporate Behavior and Performance," highlights these benefits. Download the working paper. Courtesy of FS Insight and Holland Financial Centre.

This visualization illustrates the rise in global temperatures from 1880 through the end of 2013. NASA scientists report that 2013 tied for the seventh warmest year since 1880, continuing a

This visualization illustrates the rise in global temperatures from 1880 through the end of 2013. NASA scientists report that 2013 tied for the seventh warmest year since 1880, continuing a significant long-term warming trend. Notably, with the exception of 1998, the ten warmest years on record have all occurred since 2000, with 2010 and 2005 ranking as the hottest.

The visualization displays a running five-year average global temperature, compared to a 1951-1980 baseline. A color-coded map shows surface temperature anomalies, with red indicating higher and blue indicating lower than normal temperatures. Credits include Animator Lori Perkins, Producer Leslie McCarthy, and Scientists James Hansen Ph.D. and Patrick Lynch.

This trailer introduces "A Thousand Suns," a film from The Global Oneness Project, set in the Gamo Highlands of the African Rift Valley.

This trailer introduces "A Thousand Suns," a film from The Global Oneness Project, set in the Gamo Highlands of the African Rift Valley. The film investigates two critical threats: the erosion of indigenous Gamo spirituality and governance by protestant evangelism, and the introduction of chemical agriculture by the Western aid organization AGRA.

Through these external forces, "A Thousand Suns" highlights the modern world's separation from nature. It contrasts this with the Gamo people's interconnected worldview, presenting it as fundamental for long-term sustainability in the region and beyond.

Comedian Marcus Brigstocke explores the role of humor in addressing climate change. While a serious issue, humor has long been a powerful tool for

Comedian Marcus Brigstocke explores the role of humor in addressing climate change. While a serious issue, humor has long been a powerful tool for social change. The question is whether it can genuinely transform public perspective or merely serve as an evasion.

With the climate clock ticking, traditional talks and debates often reinforce existing knowledge and fears. To spark new dialogue and enduring change, the RSA is launching a series of unique climate events, beginning with a comedy night. This initiative aims to break through the static and foster fresh perspectives.

Modern capitalism's unfettered usefulness may be ending. It's time to explore economic models that prioritize universal values, humanity's future, and survival over mere shareholder

Modern capitalism's unfettered usefulness may be ending. It's time to explore economic models that prioritize universal values, humanity's future, and survival over mere shareholder returns.

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At TEDxBonn, Marina Ponti, Director of the UN SDG Action Campaign, discussed the revolutionary ideas behind the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). She explored what it means to #TurnItAround

At TEDxBonn, Marina Ponti, Director of the UN SDG Action Campaign, discussed the revolutionary ideas behind the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). She explored what it means to #TurnItAround for social and climate justice, guiding us to sustain our world and ourselves for people and the planet.

A key architect of the UN Millennium Campaign, Ms. Ponti brings over a decade of experience in global campaigns, building multi-stakeholder coalitions, and forging partnerships. She has published numerous articles on development topics, including SDGs, gender equality, and human rights.

This talk was given at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Four visionaries—Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen—share insights on the future, urging consideration for coming generations. They emphasize optimism and proactive

Four visionaries—Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen—share insights on the future, urging consideration for coming generations. They emphasize optimism and proactive engagement as essential for overcoming challenges, advocating for long-term thinking ("Longpath"), gradual progress ("Protopia"), scenario planning, and urgency.

Their collective message stresses empathy, transgenerational thinking, and diverse futures, highlighting that the future is a continuous creation requiring proactive, collective action.

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At the 2014 GreenBiz Forum,