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Monocultures reduce biodiversity by eliminating diverse habitats, leading to a decline in beneficial insects, birds, and animals^1,2. For instance, palm oil production has lost biodiversity, harming iconic species like orangutans and tigers and the...

Regular washing of clothes is essential to remove bacteria, dirt, and parasites, and reduce skin infections, keeping us clean and healthy¹. Globally, 2.3 billion (Bn) people lack basic cleaning products and facilities, making those with limited re...

A gender-balanced workforce is represented by a 40-60% ratio of men and women^1;pxii. Women’s underrepresentation limits their economic development, squanders human potential, and leads to an unequal share of economic growth benefits². Increasing...

Around 380 billion (Bn) m³ of wastewater is discharged annually worldwide^1;p8. Moreover, wastewater leads to dead zones (depletion of oxygen (O₂)) in water bodies affecting aquatic biodiversity². Water pollution causes algal blooms in the marine e...

About 785 million (Mn) people do not have access to basic drinking water services¹, while 2.7 billion (Bn) people are experiencing water scarcity at least a month per year². About 4.3 trillion m³ of freshwater is consumed worldwide yearly³. Prolon...

GHGs trap the Sun's heat and cause a rise in temperature and sea level, extreme weather conditions, and climate change¹. In 2022, global GHG emissions amounted to 53.8 Bn tonnes (t) of CO₂e². Industries must develop carbon-free systems to meet the...

Each year, the world generates around 2 billion (Bn) tonnes (t) of waste, estimated to increase by 70% and reach 3.4 Bn t by 2050¹. Of the total waste produced globally, 37% is sent to landfills, 19% is recycled, and 11% is incinerated¹. Poor wast...

Top packaging materials used for skin care products include; glass, paper, plastic, metal, shrink wrap, etc.¹. The lifespan and period of safety for cosmetics, and skincare products are limited, lasting a maximum of one year². Following their use,...

In order to ensure strong institutions and the well-being of society, governments spend a considerable amount of the state's budget on public goods and services, which are funded by taxes paid by individuals and corporations¹. Corporate taxes acco...

In 2022, approximately 3.3 billion (Bn) individuals were employed worldwide¹. Job creation is essential for society, as well as for the economy². It fuels economic growth as the spending of wages leads to higher consumer spending³, reduces poverty...