Policy
Why the circular economy is an ‘America First’ policy
Sustainability leaders also acknowledge the need to rethink globalization. Read More
As plastics treaty talks resume, microplastic concerns continue to grow
Two-thirds of people worldwide are worried about microplastics in their bodies, highlighting the need for a global plastics treaty. Read More
Here’s where voters delivered climate wins at the state level
Check out this rundown of state and local climate policy ballot initiatives that succeeded at the polls on Nov. 5. Read More
Here’s what Trump consigliere Elon Musk says about climate change
On the surface, the 'Technoking" of Tesla makes a strange match with the climate-denialist president-elect. Scratch a little. Read More
What climate and energy leaders have to say about the next 4 years
In a post-election press call, climate leaders from the World Resource Institute and the Biden administration shared insights into climate action during the next Trump administration. Read More
What to expect for environmental policy in a 2nd Trump administration
Here's a preview of how policy and personnel may shape the Trump administration's public health and environmental agenda. Read More
Trump’s victory presents a dilemma and an opportunity, according to over 400 sustainability leaders
Here’s how the sustainability community plans to respond to the election of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States. Read More
The crisis of faith in democracy puts sustainability goals at risk
According to GlobeScan research, citizens in the Global North increasingly believe that their governments do not act in their interest. This trend is a critical symptom of democracy under siege and is at odds with U.N. Sustainable Development Goal 16. Read More
Here’s what happened to climate policy in 12 state and local elections
It wasn’t just the White House on the ballot. Mixed results in down ballot elections offer some wins for climate action. Read More
5 pressing climate questions for a 2nd Trump term
Climate policy in the U.S. is in for a major shakeup under another Trump presidency. Here's what you should be asking right now, with some possible outcomes. Read More
