Torre Popular, Banco Popular’s headquarters in Santo Domingo&nbsp In today’s world, where social, environmental and economic challenges are increasingly complex, sustainability has moved from being a trend to an urgent necessity. Within this context, Banco Popular Dominicano has assumed a leading role in promoting a business model grounded in sustainability, integrating this vision across all levels of its institutional structure. This article explores in depth the strategic management behind the bank’s sus ...

Core Insights - Grupo Rotoplas has been awarded the 2025 Sustainable Innovation Leadership Award by HSBC in collaboration with EY, recognizing its commitment to sustainability in the Environmental category [1][2]. Group 1: Awards and Recognition - The 2025 award marks a significant achievement for Grupo Rotoplas, completing a full cycle of awards across the three ESG dimensions: Environmental, Governance (2022), and Social (2023) [2]. - The independent judging panel acknowledged Rotoplas' Sustainability Strategy, which emphasizes efficiency, innovation, and environmental stewardship, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals [3]. Group 2: Company Overview - Grupo Rotoplas is a leading provider of water solutions in the Americas, with over 45 years of industry experience and operations in 14 countries [4]. - The company has a diverse portfolio that includes 27 product lines, a services platform, and an e-commerce business, and has been listed on the Mexican Stock Exchange since December 10, 2014 [4].

Sustainability & Climate Action - The youth holds immense power to drive sustainability and climate action, which transcends borders and affects all of humanity [1][2] - India's ancient civilizations like Harappa and Mohenjo-daro demonstrated sustainable practices, and traditional Indian kitchens exemplify zero wastage, serving as global role models [4] - Youth empowerment can be maximized through sustainability initiatives and global engagement (diplomacy), requiring communication skills to build capacity and create lasting impact [5] - Climate change and sustainability efforts require action and execution, not just policies and agreements on paper [9] - The UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), aimed to be achieved by 2030, provide a framework for global objectives, but progress has been hampered by conflicts [10][11] - Personal responsibility and a global citizen mindset are crucial for addressing climate change, emphasizing that what one sows, one reaps [12][21] - Changes in sustainability and climate action are gradual processes requiring sustained effort over years to create substantial impact [17][18] - Global challenges like poverty, hunger, and lack of education are interconnected with climate action and require a focus on basic human rights [23][24] - Thinking globally but acting locally is essential, leveraging local actions to create global impact, even if not everyone can participate in global forums [26][27] - Collective responsibility and individual values are key to building a global community of change-makers, emphasizing the importance of being good human beings [32][36]

Core Insights - Clarivate Plc has renewed its partnership with CAPES, significantly expanding access to academic and life sciences data across over 400 Brazilian institutions, increasing institutional coverage by 57% compared to the previous contract [1][2][6] - The partnership aims to democratize access to critical scientific information, enabling researchers and practitioners to conduct innovative research and improve patient care [3][4][6] - The agreement enhances access to various research tools, including Web of Science, Journal Citation Reports, and Cortellis Drug Discovery Intelligence, supporting evidence-based discovery and decision-making [2][5][6] Company and Industry Impact - The collaboration with CAPES reflects a commitment to advancing scientific excellence and reducing regional disparities in Brazil's research landscape [4][6] - The expanded access to trusted research tools is expected to strengthen postgraduate programs and elevate the global visibility of Brazilian research [6][7] - Brazil's research output shows a strong focus on Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in Life Sciences and Medicine, with a notable emphasis on international collaboration [10]