Universal Basic Income has the potential to mitigate environmental harm by reducing economic pressures that lead to overconsumption and unsustainable practices, fostering a circular economy. Challenges include funding and incentivizing sustainable choices. Despite concerns, UBI's potential for economic security and environmental sustainability merits serious consideration, and it may offer a solution to overcomsumption.
Generative AI models, like ChatGPT, are pushing boundaries but pose energy challenges. Data centers, using 2% of global electricity, face soaring demand due to AI. This strains renewable capacity and may increase costs. Making GPUs more efficient helps, but urgent policy is needed to balance AI expansion with energy sustainability. (Word count: 50)
The Securities and Exchange Commission will vote on a climate disclosure rule that could require large corporations to publicly report their greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related risks, a move towards transparency. The rule may prompt companies to strengthen emission tracking, creating opportunities for carbon accounting startups. This shift signals a growing demand for emissions data solutions.
Too Good To Go introduces new AI tool to help supermarkets reduce food waste. The tool dynamically discounts expiring items, aiming to automate the manual process and unlock untapped revenue while reducing waste. Teaming up with SPAR, the app plans a global rollout, targeting short-dated products. The initiative supports sustainability and efficient management.
The Trash Economy 