Firms need to act faster on climate change, says BoE governor Mark Carney
Bank of England governor Mark Carney told the BBC in an interview that finance firms need to act faster on climate change. He described...
Luxury consumption can spark feelings of inauthenticity, study finds
While luxury consumption can yield status benefits for some, for others it can spark feelings of inauthenticity, according to a new study published in...
BU researchers develop sustainable adhesive that only takes a year to break down
Researchers at Boston University have developed a biodegradable adhesive made of naturally-sourced biopolymers and carbon dioxide, suitable in both dry and wet environments.
The...
Amazon, Google, Apple teaming up to develop open standard for smart home devices
Amazon, Google, Apple and ZigBee Alliance are teaming up to make compatibility among smart home products easier.
The companies announced a new working group under...
Social status influences attitude toward store brands
While private-label brands offer good value, the market share of such brands has remained low in most countries. So why is it that some...
Major UK power plant ‘Drax’ to become carbon negative by 2030
A major British power plant, Drax, has pledged to become carbon negative by 2030.
The plant, located in North Yorkshire, used to run exclusively on...
Scientists develop new sustainable material for carbon dioxide capture
A team of Swedish scientists have developed a new sustainable material for carbon dioxide capture with a high capture rate and low operating costs.
The...
China’s exports dropped 1.1% in November from a year earlier
China's exports dropped sharply by 1.1% in November from a year earlier, according to customs data, marking the fourth consecutive month that Chinese exports...
US economy added 266,000 jobs in November
The US economy added 266,000 jobs last month, the largest gain in 10 months, according to official data released by the Labor Department on...
Using green products improves consumption experience, study finds
According to a new study, consumers have a better consumption experience when using green products.
Researchers from Concordia’s John Molson School of Business carried out...