RETURNING THE GREEN PLANET THROUGH GREEN BUSINESS

Author: Lucy Chen

Editor: Eric Lin, He-Hanson Xuan

Artist: Jenny Luo

Emerging economies can only grow sustainably if they simultaneously manage the growing urgency of environmental degradation and climate change Failure to tackle these threats will heighten health and social inequalities, and push millions into extreme poverty, increasing the nation’s susceptibility to future debilitations.

In the next 20 years, it's anticipated that the amount of plastic entering oceans will almost triple, negatively impacting our ecosystems, health, and economies Additionally, the UN predicts that in order to keep up with the growing demand for food by 2050, agricultural production would need to increase by almost 50%. However, the food industry is currently responsible for up to a third of greenhouse gas emissions, loss of 80% of biodiversity and that of 70% of freshwater resources It is impossible to overstate the necessity of remediative action Energy, industry, transportation, infrastructure, agriculture, forestry, and land use are just a few of the industries that must undergo profound change. Humans must also fundamentally rethink the way they generate, consume, and manage trash.

In order to assist the transformation of energy and industrial systems, increase energy efficiency, combat environmental pollution, and conserve and restore natural capital, governments must access a wide range of policy interventions and funding options.

The protection of natural ecosystems and the development of a sustainable food system are two major areas of concentration for public investment in nature-based solutions and agriculture For an afforestation effort to absorb carbon, the Pakistani government has reserved between $800 million and $1 billion over the next four years.

Roadmaps can operate as a link between short-term action plans with quantifiable goals and long-term commitments. Governments can announce how they are pursuing environmental goals and outline the key stakeholders' responsibilities by increasing transparency Delivering a green action plan extends well beyond the pursuits of the departments of environment or energy and becomes a core component of policy in all areas of the government.