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Listening to the presentations and dialogues of subject matter experts, regulators, government officials and business leaders from various sectors at the recently concluded GRI-SM Sustainability E-summit 2021 entitled “Leaving No One Behind” gave me hope in a sea of perturbing crises and endless forecasts of doom from the devastating effects of climate change.  Collaboration for Regeneration  I particularly liked Session 4: Starting the Journey to Credible Net-Zero Target Achievements. I was …

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Check out MyPlasticDiary and other green apps here.  Disposing old gadgets? Not a problem with SM Malls’ E-Waste Collection Program. Read about it here.  Get started on your own zero waste to-go kit through this link.  Mechanics: Comment your simple ways in managing waste in the comment box below.  The best answers will win an exclusive SM merchandise. Deadline of …

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Click here to watch Episode 6 on GWP. Let us know in the comments what topics you would like us to learn together!  Comment and explain what is “Atmospheric Life” in the comment box below.  The best answers will win an exclusive SM merchandise. Deadline of entry is on Wednesday, November 3, 2021. The winner will be announced via …

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“I want to see a world where things are better. “ Mara CosonGroup Sustainability Adviser, SM InvestmentsVice President for Marketing and Digital Strategy, SM Retail “We aspire to have no more starving people in this world. “ Cherrie AtilanoFounder and CEOAGREA Agricultural Systems International Inc. ““For me, [it’s that] combination of my interest in the …

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Missed the summit? Watch the sessions here! Session 1 | Next Generation Leadership: The Driving Force for Sustainability Session 2 | How Financial Markets are Driving Demand for More Sustainable Business Practices Session 3: The Purpose-Driven Business: Lessons from the Pandemic Session 4: Starting the Journey to Credible Net-zero Target Achievements

What are the SDGs?   In 2016, the United Nations (UN) launched the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as a global call to end poverty, attain environmental sustainability, facilitate shared prosperity and promote peace and justice among peoples by 2030.   Photo source: un.org  Within the 17 SDGs, there are 204 targets outlined by the UN. It is quite a lot! But do not worry, we can simplify them …

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