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Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, Founder, The Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace speaks onstage during the 2025 Forbes Sustainability Summit at Forbes on Fifth on September 22, 2025 in New York City.Taylor Hill/Getty ImagesHello from the throes of New York City’s Climate Week! I’ve been absorbing what I can from some very inspiring speakers, including Dr. Jane Goodall at the Forbes Sustainability Leadership Summit as well as chef Alice Waters and Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-N.Y.), the first formerly undoc ...

Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, founder of @JaneGoodallInst, spoke at the 2025 #ForbesSustainabilityLeaders Summit.Read more: https://t.co/yZzcp1nZJV https://t.co/GN7ifhU3v4 ...

Beauty’s changing of the guard continues. Alexis Perakis-Valat has been named chief executive officer of L’Oréal USA and president of North America, succeeding David Greenberg, who has been named chairman of L’Oréal USA, a new position. More from WWD Perakis-Valat is currently president of L’Oréal’s Consumer Products division, the group’s largest, which includes the world’s biggest beauty brand L’Oréal Paris, plus Maybelline New York, Garnier and NYX Professional Make Up. That role will be filled by Fabr ...

Core Insights - DS Smith and BSH Nazarje have collaborated to create a sustainable packaging solution for Bosch hand mixers, replacing expanded polystyrene foam (EPS) with a corrugated cardboard alternative [1][2][4] Group 1: Packaging Solution - The new packaging solution, named DS Smith Universal Protection for Household Blenders, is designed to eliminate up to 340,000 pieces of EPS annually, as BSH Nazarje produces up to 170,000 blenders each requiring two EPS inserts [2] - The innovative corrugated cardboard insert, called 'Safe Shell', is capable of packaging and protecting three different hand mixer models [3] Group 2: Production Efficiency - The new packaging solution allows BSH Nazarje to achieve faster packing times and greater flexibility in the production process, facilitating customer orders with rapid assembly capabilities [4] - The design of the packaging is fully recyclable and integrates seamlessly with Bosch's existing packaging processes, ensuring durability during transportation [4] Group 3: Sustainability Goals - BSH Nazarje is part of a group with defined sustainability targets, including reducing CO₂ emissions and eliminating plastic from packaging solutions [5] - The collaboration with DS Smith reflects a commitment to combining efficiency and sustainability in packaging solutions, as emphasized by BSH Nazarje's Director of Shared Development Services [6] Group 4: Industry Commitment - DS Smith is dedicated to leading a transition to a circular economy, providing sustainable solutions across thirty-four countries [9] - The DS Smith Universal Protection for Household Blenders has been nominated for a Packaging Oscar in Slovenia in 2024, highlighting its innovative approach [8]

Core Insights - Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 through the launch of the LS&Co. Energy Accelerator Program (LEAP) to enhance access to renewable electricity in its supply chain, starting in India [1][5] Group 1: Program Details - LEAP is developed in partnership with Schneider Electric, focusing on energy management and automation [2] - The program will provide manufacturing suppliers in India with competitive pricing, terms, and return on investment for renewable energy procurement [3] - Suppliers participating in LEAP can explore options for on-site solar installations or join multi-buyer cohorts for power purchase agreements (PPAs) [4] Group 2: Strategic Importance - The initiative is positioned to increase awareness and technical capacity among Indian suppliers regarding renewable electricity [5] - The program aligns with India's goals for a greener future, showcasing how global brands can empower their supply chains to adopt renewable energy [5]

Sustainability Challenges in Metropolises - Glass skyscrapers consume 40% more energy compared to non-glass buildings [1] - Metropolises face environmental challenges, including the heat island effect, where temperatures can be 5 degrees Celsius higher than in suburbs [2][3] - Traditional glass buildings exacerbate the heat island effect due to excessive AC usage and hot exhaust [3] The Three Pillars of Sustainability - Sustainable development requires a balance between environmental protection, social equity, and economic profitability [4] - Achieving a balance between these three elements is challenging [5] Case Study: Clark Key, Singapore - Clark Key was redeveloped with a holistic sustainability goal after a period of decline [6] - Transparent artificial canopies made from ETFE membrane provide shade and enable natural ventilation [7] - Rotating fans and a central fountain pump cooling water, creating a pleasant open space [8] - Clark Key's redevelopment was a success, attracting numerous tourists and locals [8] Solutions and Future Directions - New designs, technologies, and materials are emerging to promote sustainability [9] - Individuals should adjust their lifestyles and attitudes, such as slightly adjusting AC temperatures [9] - It is possible for metropolises to create economic systems that support long-term growth while emphasizing justice, social equity, and the well-being of communities [10] - Achieving the three pillars of sustainability requires intelligence, perseverance, and determination [11]

Hello everyone. This is Curry. Look at this plastic bottle I brought today.Well, imagine your bottle lying on a busy sidewalk. It's dirty, crushed, and forgotten. Every day people walk past.Some even step up on you, but no one picks you up. What if this bottle could talk. Oh, what to say.And my crowd. Hi, I'm a plastic bottle that was abandoned by someone. But this guy just used me once and threw me away.Now I'm stuck here, unable to move. I'll stay here for hundreds of years because plastic is hard to diss ...

And the coming question is how can Shanghai reduce pollution. 4B shown shows how bicycles can ignite a green revolution. [Applause] Hello everyone.I'm Sean, a fourth grade student from Puno School. Today in my speech, I'll talk about bike sharing, a solution for cleaner air in Shanghai. My presentation covers four parts.The problem of Shanghai traffic and pollution, the benefits of bike sharing and how to overcome challenges in finally a call to action. Firstly, let me talk about the problem we're facing. D ...

Perseverance and passion are never empty slogans, but choices and actions made every single day. We call on everyone to start with small things and cherish the land we depend on for survival. It is also hoped that everyone can find their own passion, persist in deepening their knowledge and skills, and turn a small spring into a gurgling stream. Hydraulic Engineer This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.t ...