The Schools and Colleges team interviewed UWC SEA students in Singapore. Initially up-cycling plastic bags, their work evolved towards regenerative design. These students now share their top five

The Schools and Colleges team interviewed UWC SEA students in Singapore. Initially up-cycling plastic bags, their work evolved towards regenerative design. These students now share their top five essential 21st-century skills for schools.

Learn more about our schools program here. We also invite you to share your systems thinking or circular economy education story with us.

Indigenous leaders and representatives traveled to The Hague to confront Shell Oil at its annual general meeting. They are addressing the company about its impact on their

Indigenous leaders and representatives traveled to The Hague to confront Shell Oil at its annual general meeting. They are addressing the company about its impact on their communities.

Eriel Deranger, representing the Athabasca Chipewyan, spoke directly to Shell executives and presented a report. Deranger later spoke with APTN National News via Skype. This report is property of APTN News.

Dr. Steve Palumbi of Stanford University presents a series of micro-documentaries on ecological sustainability. These short films explore vital environmental topics.

For example, the

Dr. Steve Palumbi of Stanford University presents a series of micro-documentaries on ecological sustainability. These short films explore vital environmental topics.

For example, the microdoc *Big Fish* explains how prohibiting fishing in certain areas improves fish quality and ensures a sustainable seafood supply.

Explore more micro-documentaries at microdocs.stanford.edu.

Sir Partha DasGupta, Frank Ramsey Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of

Sir Partha DasGupta, Frank Ramsey Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of Cambridge, discusses the economic significance of natural capital. He highlights how ecosystems, including farmland and forests, have historically been overlooked in economic considerations.

In his article, "Nature's Role in Sustainable Economic Development," published in Philosophical Transactions B for the Royal Society's 350th anniversary, Sir Partha advocates for integrating nature into economic development. Wendy Barnaby interviews him in a podcast about these crucial insights.

A World Bank Group report, published May 14, 2014, reveals that girls with limited education face significantly higher risks of child

A World Bank Group report, published May 14, 2014, reveals that girls with limited education face significantly higher risks of child marriage, domestic violence, poverty, and a lack of autonomy in health and spending. These disadvantages negatively impact them, their children, and their communities.

Jeni Klugman, the World Bank Group's Director of Gender and Development, leads initiatives promoting gender equality, building on the institution's priorities established after the 2012 World Development Report.

The discussion underscored the critical importance of human connection. Our minds naturally foster honor, respect, and good treatment towards those we feel connected with, a principle evident in

The discussion underscored the critical importance of human connection. Our minds naturally foster honor, respect, and good treatment towards those we feel connected with, a principle evident in our daily group interactions.

However, we have allowed divisiveness and fear to turn us against each other. The imperative now is to expand this sense of connection beyond our immediate circles, embracing a larger group: one humanity.

Copenhagen, the UNESCO World Capital of Architecture in 2023, is viewed through the eyes of renowned Danish architect Anders Lendager. He values the city's livability, highlighting daily joys like

Copenhagen, the UNESCO World Capital of Architecture in 2023, is viewed through the eyes of renowned Danish architect Anders Lendager. He values the city's livability, highlighting daily joys like harbor swims or lunch outings.

Lendager, CEO and founder of Lendager Group, champions transformation over demolition. His company is a leading Danish firm in upcycling and the circular economy, reflecting a sustainable architectural vision.

This perspective is presented by Wonderful Copenhagen.

This solution tackles pollution, water waste, and aesthetic problems of surface parking lots in Portland, Oregon. Inspired by NPR's "Building Sponge City" concept (January 2015), the content was

This solution tackles pollution, water waste, and aesthetic problems of surface parking lots in Portland, Oregon. Inspired by NPR's "Building Sponge City" concept (January 2015), the content was curated by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv.

A multidisciplinary team developed this initiative, including Mary Vogel of PlanGreen (Regenerating Communities), Kelli A. Grover of Firwood Design Group (Surveying, Engineering, Planning), Maria Cahill of Green Girl Land Development Solutions (Cost-Effective Storm Water Infrastructure), Suenn Ho of Resolve Architecture (Architectural and Urban Design), and Marianne Zarkin (Landscape Architects).

Artisanal fishing communities in Abandze, Ghana, face declining living standards and revenues due to sea pollution, climate change, and resource competition.

The Africa Center of Excellence

Artisanal fishing communities in Abandze, Ghana, face declining living standards and revenues due to sea pollution, climate change, and resource competition.

The Africa Center of Excellence on Coastal Resilience (ACECoR) at the University of Cape Coast addresses this by training scientists to educate communities, shape policies, and manage coastal resources. This initiative aims to spur economic growth, reduce poverty, and adapt to climate change. Learn more.

The World Bank Group, a key source of funding and knowledge for low-income countries, is committed to reducing poverty and promoting sustainable development. Learn more about the World Bank Group.

The Green Growth Summit, the Green Growth Partnership's flagship event, convened on December 16, 2024, in Brussels and online. It gathered Ministers, State Secretaries from the Green Growth Group,

The Green Growth Summit, the Green Growth Partnership's flagship event, convened on December 16, 2024, in Brussels and online. It gathered Ministers, State Secretaries from the Green Growth Group, and high-level representatives from European institutions and businesses.

Amidst the start of a new institutional cycle, the Summit focused on the critical role of climate and the Green Deal in boosting EU competitiveness. Discussions aimed at charting a course for the EU to achieve its climate objectives for 2030 and 2040.