The Paris Agreement, the Addis Ababa Action Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals marked a turning point towards sustainable development, and sustainable infrastructure emerges as a key tool to achieve these goals. In this interview, our specialists Amal-Lee Amin and Graham Watkins will tell us why investing in sustainable infrastructure is key. 1)Amal-Lee, let’s … [Read more...] about 3 Key Questions about Sustainable Infrastructure
How can we ensure that development projects have safe and healthy work conditions?
My professional experience in Occupational Safety and Health has shown me that companies that implement and effectively maintain Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems (OSHMS) get a number of benefits that make them more competitive. This is because OSHMS: Improve the ratings used to gain access to bids and to projects with potential clients. Reduce the … [Read more...] about How can we ensure that development projects have safe and healthy work conditions?
There Is Strength in Collaboration: The Case of the Dominican Republic
For the Dominican Republic, climate change is a phenomenon with important consequences. According to Germanwatch’s 2017 Global Climate Risk Index, the country ranks 11th among the most vulnerable nations to climate change. Increased intensity and frequency of hurricanes, periods of drought or extreme rain and rising sea levels are just a few of the threats for the Dominican … [Read more...] about There Is Strength in Collaboration: The Case of the Dominican Republic
5 Businesses by Millennials Looking for a More Sustainable World
Among other things, millennials are known for their drive, their adventurous spirit and their innovative ideas. They are also very aware of global issues, including the importance of advancing human development in a sustainable way. To celebrate International Youth Day (August 12th) we have made a list of 5 businesses founded by young environmental entrepreneurs, who have … [Read more...] about 5 Businesses by Millennials Looking for a More Sustainable World
China Steps up for Sustainable Infrastructure
Already home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, it seems that China’s Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge may join the ranks of Machu Picchu and the Great Wall when it is completed later this year. While in Shenzhen and Macao in June, I was amazed at this true manmade marvel, an example of China’s impressive infrastructure development. There is no doubt that China … [Read more...] about China Steps up for Sustainable Infrastructure