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A recent proposal by the California Public Utilities Commission that claims will ease customer�s electric bill burden by changing the way customers of the state�s big three investor-owned utilities are billed, is a very bad idea. California electricity rates--when accounting for all included charges, taxes and levies--are not just the highest in the United States.

Restoring Sussex's Kelp Forests: A Tale of Recovery and Hope

Betterworlds02 Jul, 2024Business

Historically kelp, the name given to a group of brown seaweeds that form dense aggregations known as kelp forests, was abundant along the Sussex coastline and provided an essential habitat that supported both marine life and local fisheries. But 96% of this important habitat has diminished over time, leaving just a few small patches and individual plants. The Sussex Kelp Recovery Project has a goal to bring it back for the benefit of nature, fisheries, coastal communities and our planet.

The Fish in a Business Suit

Betterworlds01 Jul, 2024Business

The reference goes back to the early 1990s, when John commissioned Ingram Pinn, a Cartoonist with the Financial Times, to depict his directional thinking on the triple-bottom line visually. Over 30 years later, it?s equally fitting as businesses evolve from climate neutrality to nature positivity.

Mapping Businesses Impact on Nature with FLINTpro

Betterworlds26 Jun, 2024Business

FLINTpro is revolutionizing how businesses understand their environmental impact. By integrating diverse data sources, this innovative platform provides comprehensive insights into companies' nature footprint, paving the way for more effective sustainability strategies.

Implementing High-Integrity Nature-Based Solutions with Naturebase

Betterworlds25 Jun, 2024Business

The Naturebase interactive platform combines science-based data on nature's pathways to empower decision-makers, Indigenous communities, and stakeholders worldwide with data-driven insights on natural climate solutions. It provides region-specific information on how much carbon sequestration interventions like reforestation, avoided deforestation and improved land management practices could achieve in any given region or area.

GB Row Challenge Propels Climate Change Research

Betterworlds10 Jun, 2024Business

The crew ultimately set a world record, rowing around the entire country in less than 27 days. The record has been broken, and the thrill of that adventure combined with scientific exploration lives on with the GB Row Challenge, founded by Will and crew mate Jim Bastin. On this episode of Blue Pioneers, Will talks with Dr. Kat Bruce, skipper of the 2024 GB Row Challenge, whose crew of six women environmentalists will launch their boat on the Sea Change Row Expedition on June 9 from Tower Bridge in London.

Unlocking $500 Million for Ocean Health

Betterworlds04 Jun, 2024Business

Blue Pioneers Host Dr. Kat Bruce talks with Chip Cunliffe, co-founder and Programme & Risk Director of ORRAA, in this episode of Blue Pioneers. ORRAA is a unique collaboration between governments, the insurance and finance industry, non-profits and stakeholders from the Global South. Chip said the goal is to activate at least USD$500 million of investment into coastal and ocean nature-based solutions by 2030, while building the resilience of at least 250 million climate-vulnerable coastal people.

Advancing Marine Conservation Through Offshore Wind Development

Betterworlds03 Jun, 2024Business

Samir noted the transition to renewable energy is critical for tackling climate change, but it's equally important that this transition happens in a way that protects and enhances biodiversity. Offshore wind is set to play a major role, with ambitious targets to multiply capacity in the coming years. The recognition that Nature is the key stakeholder is imperative.

Rewild: Mission Insights From Cain Blythe

Betterworlds26 May, 2024Business

It?s all-hands-on-deck if we are to turn the tide. In this episode of Blue Pioneers, Host Kat Bruce spoke with Cain, the founder/CEO CreditNature & Ecosulis, about his goal to rewild half the planet by 2050. Blythe explains his rewilding goal is to get degraded ecosystems on a measurable trajectory of recovery within that time frame.

An Unlikely Ocean Warrior: Pioneering Blue Economy Funding

Betterworlds21 May, 2024Business

As a former accountant and advisor in traditional finance, Belinda Bramley is using her decade of experience and skills to pioneer efforts to account for the ocean?s natural capital. Her blue economy work focuses on funding models to pay for ecosystem services that would enable the private sector, governments and local communities to jointly invest in marine protected areas and sustainable ocean management.

Stopping Micropollution at the Source: Washing Machines

Betterworlds16 May, 2024Business

Matter, founded by mechanical engineer Adam Root, has developed a microfiber filtration technology, Regen, that can be integrated into washing machines to prevent plastic fibers from entering wastewater and ultimately polluting oceans and waterways. Regen is being deployed to capture microplastic pollution from domestic and commercial laundry.