Green Initiative, Author at Green Initiative - For a Climate and Nature Positive Planet

Addressing Fashion’s Footprint: Sustainable Solutions for a Greener Future

In Honor of the International Day of Zero Waste 2025 Introduction Fashion is a powerful form of self-expression, but behind the glamor lies a growing problem. The industry is under pressure for its serious environmental and social impacts. Mountains of discarded clothes, rivers turned toxic from dyes, and synthetic fibers polluting marine life are just […]

Addressing Fashion’s Footprint: Sustainable Solutions for a Greener Future Read More »

How Sustainability Is Driving Consumer Behavior in 2025 — and What It Means for Your Business

Leave a Comment / Green Initiative

In 2025, sustainability is no longer optional — it’s a driving force behind consumer, investor, and employee decisions. From travel to logistics, businesses are being reshaped by growing demands for transparency, responsibility, and measurable environmental action. According to IBM’s latest global sustainability study, 51% of consumers say environmental sustainability is more important today than it

How Sustainability Is Driving Consumer Behavior in 2025 — and What It Means for Your Business Read More »

Bonito Carbono Neutro Wins Prestigious FIDI 2025 Environmental Sustainability Award

Leave a Comment / Green Initiative

A Historic Victory for Sustainable and Smart Tourism in Brazil and Mato Grosso do Sul Mato Grosso do Sul has once again demonstrated its leadership in sustainable and smart tourism by securing three major awards at the International Smart Destinations Fair (FIDI) 2025. These achievements highlight the state’s dedication to innovation, governance, and environmental responsibility,

Bonito Carbono Neutro Wins Prestigious FIDI 2025 Environmental Sustainability Award Read More »

Bonito and Fundtur MS: A Strategic Partnership for Global Leadership in Sustainable Tourism

Leave a Comment / Green Initiative

The Future of Sustainable Tourism in Brazil Begins in Bonito Bonito, one of Brazil’s most renowned ecotourism destinations, continues to solidify its position as a global reference in sustainable tourism. Through a strong collaboration with the Mato Grosso do Sul Tourism Foundation (Fundtur MS), led by Bruno Wendling, Bonito has achieved significant advancements in integrating

Bonito and Fundtur MS: A Strategic Partnership for Global Leadership in Sustainable Tourism Read More »

Welcoming Jorge Arbache as a New STAC Member at Green Initiative

Leave a Comment / Green Initiative

At Green Initiative, we are thrilled to welcome Jorge Arbache, Ph.D., as the newest member of our Scientific and Technical Advisory Committee (STAC). With his extensive expertise in development economics, sustainable finance, and green investments in emerging markets, Arbache brings invaluable insight to our mission of promoting climate-positive and nature-positive solutions worldwide. Who is Jorge

Welcoming Jorge Arbache as a New STAC Member at Green Initiative Read More »

The Ocean’s Role in Climate Change: Are We Ignoring Our Best Ally?

Leave a Comment / Green Initiative

The Ocean—Our Climate Regulator The ocean covers more than 70% of the Earth’s surface and plays a critical role in regulating the planet’s climate. It absorbs about 90% of the excess heat caused by greenhouse gas emissions[1] and captures nearly 30% of human-generated CO₂. However, despite its immense contribution to climate stability, the ocean is

The Ocean’s Role in Climate Change: Are We Ignoring Our Best Ally? Read More »

Success Story: How Instituto Recicleiros is Transforming Recycling in Brazil

Leave a Comment / Green Initiative

Recycling in Brazil has advanced significantly in recent years, and one of the key drivers of this transformation is the Instituto Recicleiros. As a non-profit organization, Recicleiros has stood out for its innovative approach, promoting technological and social solutions to enable an ethical recycling chain in Brazilian municipalities. The Role of Recycling in Combating Climate

Success Story: How Instituto Recicleiros is Transforming Recycling in Brazil Read More »

The State of Nature Metrics: A Key Step Toward a Nature-Positive Future

Leave a Comment / Green Initiative

Biodiversity loss and environmental degradation pose significant threats to global economic stability, human well-being, and climate resilience. The urgency to address these challenges has led to the establishment of the Nature Positive Global Goal, which aims to halt and reverse nature loss by 2030. However, measuring progress towards this goal remains a major hurdle due

The State of Nature Metrics: A Key Step Toward a Nature-Positive Future Read More »

Enhancing Climate Action in the Cruise Industry: The Role of Green Initiative as a Climate Certifier

Leave a Comment / Green Initiative

The cruise industry has long been synonymous with luxury travel, breathtaking ocean views, and world-class entertainment. However, it is also increasingly scrutinized for its environmental impact. Cruise ships contribute to CO₂ emissions, air pollution, and marine ecosystem degradation, making their decarbonization a critical priority in global climate action. At the forefront of this transformation is

Enhancing Climate Action in the Cruise Industry: The Role of Green Initiative as a Climate Certifier Read More »

Global Climate Finance Research: Share Your Expertise in Sustainable Investments

Leave a Comment / Green Initiative

The world is at a turning point in climate finance, where investments in climate mitigation strategies are shaping the global economy. As financial institutions, investors, and businesses align with net-zero goals, sustainable investment has never been more critical. To accelerate this transition, Green Initiative is leading a global research study on climate mitigation finance, and

Global Climate Finance Research: Share Your Expertise in Sustainable Investments Read More »