Energy used for building climate control makes up over half of all energy usage in the residential and commercial sector. In order to lower this consumption, researchers at Nanyang Technological University developed a way to
Read moreCategory: Goal 12: Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
Sustainable consumption and production is about promoting resource and energy efficiency, sustainable infrastructure, and providing access to basic services, green and decent jobs and a better quality of life for all. Its implementation helps to achieve overall development plans, reduce future economic, environmental and social costs, strengthen economic competitiveness and reduce poverty.
Sustainable consumption and production aims at “doing more and better with less,” increasing net welfare gains from economic activities by reducing resource use, degradation and pollution along the whole lifecycle, while increasing quality of life. It involves different stakeholders, including business, consumers, policy makers, researchers, scientists, retailers, media, and development cooperation agencies, among others.
It also requires a systemic approach and cooperation among actors operating in the supply chain, from producer to final consumer. It involves engaging consumers through awareness-raising and education on sustainable consumption and lifestyles, providing consumers with adequate information through standards and labels and engaging in sustainable public procurement, among others.
Learn more at: http://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/sustainable-consumption-production/
GIS Based Tool For Analyzing U.S. Wind Farms Development
Wind farm placement is vital for the future development and success of the wind energy industry. As this source of energy becomes increasingly relevant, so does the need for comprehensive data regarding their geographical placement.
Read moreMunicipal Solid Waste Characterization and Forecast in Michigan
This study characterizes Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) generation and its physical components and trends in the state of Michigan, in the United States. It also attempts to forecast the in-state generated MSW flow into landfills
Read moreIEs Bring Profitability to Non Profits – IISE LA Chapter and AbilityFirst
IISE Los Angeles Chapter members met recently at the Los Angeles Work Center for AbilityFirst to begin a project to improve the efficiency of the Business Services Division. This Division is where adults with physical
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Millions of Americans find themselves in a situation where they do not have the means to provide themselves or their families with proper nutrition on a daily basis. While there are a number of government
Read moreUsing “Go and See” events to reduce water, energy and landfill costs
The lean approach of “Go and See” has allowed many companies to make great strides in process improvement, by encouraging leaders and engineers to walk out to the work area to solve problems. The same
Read moreMulti-agent simulation modeling of supplier selection for local food systems
Consumer demand for regionally-produced food has increased dramatically in the past decade, in response to concerns over food safety and quality, as well as the serious environmental, economic, and social equity issues that pervade
Read moreAssessing Regional Farm-to-Institution Food Distribution Systems: An Agent-Based Approach
The industrial food system faces many serious challenges with regard to long-term environmental and social sustainability. Seeking a safer, healthier, and more sustainable alternative, farmers and consumers are increasingly participating in localized food systems. Scaling
Read moreImplementing Sustainability Into Your Existing Lean and Six Sigma Program
Description The best approach to drive sustainability into your company is to incorporate it seamlessly into your existing continuous improvement program, but it won’t happen automatically without some key tips. Learn how to explain sustainability
Read moreAddressing the Challenge of IEs Helping Non-Profits
Description IEs are commonly driven to use their skills for more than their 9-5 work. A great opportunity exists in the non-profit sector as these organizations struggle with inefficiencies and growth. Yet connecting with such
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