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The environment, society and business - thinking and acting sustainably makes a positive impact in many areas. Our articles discuss interesting examples and exciting ideas concerning the environmental, economic and social dimensions of sustainability.

Reto Knutti, standing on a terrace with Lake Zurich and the university in the background, looks into the camera.
Sustainability

Climate scientist Reto Knutti: Climate policy is domestic policy

Climate scientist Reto Knutti is one of the most in-demand climate experts. We talk to him about giving things up, emotions, net zero and investments.
Yvon Chouinard at the beach in California
Sustainability

How to run a company with purpose: Chouinard's Let My People Go Surfing

Patagonia-founder Yvon Chouinard’s autobiography "Let My People Go Surfing" is approaching its twentieth birthday, but still feels revolutionary: that’s a worrying sign.
Katharine Hayhoe lächelt in die Kamera
Sustainability

"It’s not about saving the planet. It’s about saving ourselves"

Acclaimed climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe on the power of honest communication and collective action – and why nature itself is a big part of the solution when it comes to solving the climate and biodiversity crises.
A man in a suit and tie speaks into a microphone and gestures with his hand.
Sustainability

Financing net zero: opportunities or just higher outlays?

Air is free , but clean air costs - a lot. We sat down with former central banker Mark Carney to get his take on financing the net-zero transition, and the vast benefits ahead if we can get it right.
An Aerones robot is pulled up a wind turbine wheel
Sustainability

Renewable energy and robotics - a powerful combination

Solar panels, wind turbines, hydroelectric plants: Renewable power generation is thriving, and so is the industry's need for operation and maintenance providers - particularly using robotics. An interesting investment opportunity?
Portrait photo of Tundu Kenuya smiling
Sustainability

Work with purpose: The LGT Impact Fellowship

What is the purpose of your job? An increasing number of professionals look for meaning in their careers. Some take a radical step and decide to give back to the community. Tundu Kenyua is one of them. This is her story.
A group of small children playing with colourful toys
Sustainability

More than just a playgroup: Lively Minds in Uganda

The NGO Lively Minds empowers children and families in Uganda and Ghana to improve their education, health and quality of life.
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Sustainability

Seven new trends shaping philanthropy

Global annual philanthropic giving today is estimated at over 1 trillion US dollars. Discover the seven critical trends shaping the future of philanthropy.
Various colorful fish and a grey reef shark swim around an ocean reef
Sustainability

When the ocean starts to heal

Marine ecosystems face a multitude of threats. Since 2008, National Geographic's Pristine Seas initiative has been fighting to counteract this growing trend. And it's doing so successfully, thanks to the ocean's incredible ability to bounce back.

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