Sustainable Development Goal 6

LONGi and Power Solution jointly launch SDG Project "Light Up Africa" at World Economic Forum 2024 in Davos

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

Li Xia received the 2024 Schwab Foundation Social Innovation Awards--Social Entrepreneurs in Davos. Li Xia was the only recipient from China this year and is the first Chinese woman to be honored for this award.

Key Points: 
  • DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2024 officially kicked off in Davos, Switzerland, with the theme "Rebuilding Trust".
  • Dennis She, Vice President of LONGi held a talk with Li Xia, Chief Executive Officer of Shenzhen Power Solution at the World Economic Forum Congress Center.
  • They both shared the best practices of affordable solar power solutions for poverty alleviation, especially for the population at the bottom of the economic pyramid.
  • The World Economic Forum recognized LONGi for the innovative adaptation of intelligent technologies to promote intelligent solar products manufacturing.

LONGi and Power Solution jointly launch SDG Project "Light Up Africa" at World Economic Forum 2024 in Davos

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

Li Xia received the 2024 Schwab Foundation Social Innovation Awards--Social Entrepreneurs in Davos. Li Xia was the only recipient from China this year and is the first Chinese woman to be honored for this award.

Key Points: 
  • DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2024 officially kicked off in Davos, Switzerland, with the theme "Rebuilding Trust".
  • Dennis She, Vice President of LONGi held a talk with Li Xia, Chief Executive Officer of Shenzhen Power Solution at the World Economic Forum Congress Center.
  • "Joining hands with LONGi will allow Power Solution offer more innovative solutions in the future for African countries", added Li Xia.
  • The World Economic Forum recognized LONGi for the innovative adaptation of intelligent technologies to promote intelligent solar products manufacturing.

Landsby Champions Climate Action with a Smart Forest™ Investment, Setting a New Standard for Canadian Travel Companies

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Recognizing this impact, Landsby is taking decisive action to alter this trajectory.

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  • Recognizing this impact, Landsby is taking decisive action to alter this trajectory.
  • Since its inception, Landsby has been at the forefront of reimagining Canadian tourism.
  • Through innovative partnerships, compelling storytelling, and a commitment to Indigenous and Regenerative travel experiences, Landsby has continually pushed the boundaries of sustainable tourism.
  • Currently, Landsby is the only Canadian travel company investing in a CFT Smart Forest™.

The Baxter International Foundation and UNICEF Partner to Expand Access to Safe Water and Sanitation in Egypt

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

The Baxter International Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), and UNICEF, today announced a partnership to improve access to safe drinking water and sanitation in five water-challenged regions in Egypt.

Key Points: 
  • The Baxter International Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), and UNICEF, today announced a partnership to improve access to safe drinking water and sanitation in five water-challenged regions in Egypt.
  • Baxter and the Baxter International Foundation actively invest in community-focused water projects to improve access to equitable and safe water and sanitation in water-stressed areas.
  • UNICEF and the Baxter International Foundation previously launched a program to improve water security in La Guajira, Colombia in 2021.
  • Through the programs in Egypt and Colombia, UNICEF and the Baxter International Foundation aim to support United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (UN SDG) 6, focusing on Clean Water and Sanitation.

Lingnan University study reveals unfair representation of MDW in mistreatment cases in Chinese-language media

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Monday, November 13, 2023

From 1974, the Hong Kong government allowed residents to employ foreign domestic workers, leading to an influx of MDW from the Philippines.

Key Points: 
  • From 1974, the Hong Kong government allowed residents to employ foreign domestic workers, leading to an influx of MDW from the Philippines.
  • The study placed media discourse within a broader sociological framework in order to highlight its important role, and to stress the inherent intersectionality of MDW issues.
  • The study identified three significant points in the way the MDW and their employers were discursively portrayed in the news reports.
  • While the media has to care about its readership, it should bear some responsibility for better societal understanding of MDW mistreatment and facilitate improved policies, practices and awareness.

Lingnan University study reveals unfair representation of MDW in mistreatment cases in Chinese-language media

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Monday, November 13, 2023

From 1974, the Hong Kong government allowed residents to employ foreign domestic workers, leading to an influx of MDW from the Philippines.

Key Points: 
  • From 1974, the Hong Kong government allowed residents to employ foreign domestic workers, leading to an influx of MDW from the Philippines.
  • The study placed media discourse within a broader sociological framework in order to highlight its important role, and to stress the inherent intersectionality of MDW issues.
  • The study identified three significant points in the way the MDW and their employers were discursively portrayed in the news reports.
  • While the media has to care about its readership, it should bear some responsibility for better societal understanding of MDW mistreatment and facilitate improved policies, practices and awareness.

Water.org Reaches 60 Million People with Access to Safe Water or Sanitation

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Water.org is pleased to announce that 60 million people around the world can now access safe water or sanitation.

Key Points: 
  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Water.org is pleased to announce that 60 million people around the world can now access safe water or sanitation.
  • "The scalability of our financial solutions has redefined how the global community can make safe water and sanitation universally available.
  • "Lack of affordable financing is one of the critical barriers to safe water and sanitation access," said Vedika Bhandarkar, COO of Water.org.
  • Having impacted 60 million lives, Water.org is now poised to leverage the power and scale of its solutions to reach 200 million people with access to safe water and sanitation.

Chocxo Partners with ICAM and Cuencas de Huallaga to Provide Accessible Water in Nuevo Juanjui, Peru

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Friday, September 22, 2023

VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Chocxo, the truly indulgent, lower sugar and organic chocolate brand, announced its recent community service initiative facilitated in partnership with ICAM S.p.A., an Italian family-owned company founded in 1946 specializing in the production of high-quality organic chocolate, and Cuencas de Huallaga, a cacao-growing cooperative in Peru, to bring running water to the local community of Nuevo Juanjui, one of the Cuencas de Huallaga communities that grows organic cacao used in Chocxo's chocolates.

Key Points: 
  • This community impact project began in mid-July and was completed on September 19th to benefit the lives of more than 480 residents and 120 homes in Nuevo Juanjui, Peru.
  • Prior to the project's completion, the community members from Nuevo Juanjui would collect water from the nearest river for basic daily activities such as bathing, drinking, cooking, and laundry.
  • This previous water collection method exposed the community to risks of infectious and parasitic diseases from contaminated water.
  • This extensive project encompassed various critical components to ensure reliable water delivery to the community of Nuevo Juanjui.

Rain Carbon Joins UN Global Compact

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

STAMFORD, Conn., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rain Carbon Inc., a leading global producer of upcycled carbon-based products and advanced materials, announces today that it has joined the UN Global Compact, the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative.

Key Points: 
  • STAMFORD, Conn., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rain Carbon Inc., a leading global producer of upcycled carbon-based products and advanced materials, announces today that it has joined the UN Global Compact, the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative.
  • "Our company supports the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact on environment, human rights, labor and anti-corruption, and we are committed to incorporating these principles into our business strategy, culture and day-to-day operations," said Rain Carbon President Gerry Sweeney.
  • "That commitment can be seen in our efforts to support the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which function as a global plan to fight poverty, endorse sustainable prosperity and protect the planet," Sweeney added.
  • "With our ongoing focus on these SDGs and our commitment to the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, Rain Carbon is well positioned to make meaningful and sustainable contributions for our many stakeholders for years to come," Sweeney said.

Boardsi Joins Forces with Evertreen.com to Spearhead Global Environmental Conservation Efforts

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Friday, September 1, 2023

Creating a Greener Future through Technology-Driven Reforestation Initiatives

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  • In line with Boardsi's unwavering commitment to environmental responsibility, this partnership marks a significant step towards combatting deforestation and fostering habitat protection on a global scale.
  • With over two decades of experience in connecting executives with transformative opportunities, Boardsi recognizes that a successful business venture goes hand-in-hand with environmental stewardship.
  • At the heart of this collaboration lies a shared vision - to drive reforestation and habitat preservation across 12 countries worldwide.
  • This progressive approach fosters not only professional growth but also environmental rejuvenation, solidifying Boardsi's dedication to sustainable practices.