Tag #Sustainable Consumption

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Consumer Choices Crucial for Orangutan Survival

The demand for palm oil is causing the destruction of orangutan habitats in Indonesia and Malaysia, leading to their extinction; however, consumers can help by purchasing sustainable palm oil and making other conscious choices.

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32% Bias Score

Life on Land
forbes.com
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Luxury Train Travel: A New Model for Experiential Retail

Luxury train travel, spearheaded by Belmond, is experiencing a boom, signaling a consumer shift toward immersive, curated experiences; brands are integrating retail into journeys, offering high-end products and services within the train's unique context.

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60% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production
nrc.nl
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Netherlands confronts drought and electricity shortages

The Netherlands faces water and electricity shortages due to drought and high energy demand, prompting government interventions such as water restrictions and an energy-saving campaign; however, the long-term solution may lie in economic incentives combined with social equity measures.

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32% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production
theguardian.com
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For-Profit Thrift Retailer Savers Expands in Australia Amid Rising Living Costs

Australia's rising living costs and aversion to fast fashion fuel the expansion of for-profit thrift retailer Savers, which opened several Sydney stores and saw a 12% quarterly sales increase, raising questions about its impact on charity partners compared to traditional op shops.

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44% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production
taz.de
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Record EU Textile Consumption Drives Environmental Concerns

EU citizens' textile consumption hit a record 19 kg per person in 2022, up from 17 kg in 2019, driven by cheap fast fashion and apps like Zalando and Shein, resulting in 6.94 million tons of textile waste and significant environmental problems.

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36% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production
german.china.org.cn
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Sustainable Consumption Trends Among Young Chinese Consumers

Driven by environmental awareness, young Chinese consumers increasingly favor sustainable products and services, exemplified by the booming NEV market and the popularity of secondhand goods platforms like Xian Yu, impacting consumption across various sectors.

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24% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production
china.org.cn
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Gen Z's Emotional Consumption Reshapes China's Economy

China's Generation Z, comprising over 15% of the population, is driving a surge in "emotional consumption," prioritizing self-care and sustainable products, reshaping the market and attracting significant investment.

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40% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
liberation.fr
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France Targets Shein in Fast Fashion Crackdown

The French Senate passed a bill targeting fast fashion companies like Shein, implementing measures such as penalties for polluting companies, advertising bans, and platform obligations to address environmental concerns and labor practices; a tax on small packages from outside the EU is also under co...

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48% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production
theglobeandmail.com
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Trade War and Environmental Concerns Drive Shift in Canadian Consumer Behavior

The Canada-U.S. trade war is increasing prices for outdoor gear, impacting Canadians' summer activities; simultaneously, rising environmental and economic concerns are driving a shift towards repairing and upcycling goods.

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36% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production
t24.com.tr
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Ankara Boycott Spurs Community Barter Market

Following a student-led boycott in Ankara on April 2nd, Junk Vegan established a barter market offering free tea and coffee, attracting significant community participation and aiming to replace consumerism with communal sharing.

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52% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production
theguardian.com
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UK's Wealthiest Contribute Disproportionately to Climate Change Despite Green Investments

A University of Bath study found that while Britain's wealthiest 10% are more likely to invest in green technologies and support climate policies, their high consumption habits and underestimation of their carbon footprint significantly exacerbate climate change, creating a contradiction between int...

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36% Bias Score

Climate Action
liberation.fr
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French Cooperative Supermarket Highlights Sustainable Consumption

Supercoop, a cooperative supermarket in Bègles, France, requires members to volunteer three hours every four weeks in exchange for shopping privileges; it prioritizes local, organic produce, fair pricing, and community engagement, currently boasting 600 members and a yearly revenue of €997,000.

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48% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production

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