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The power of 'impact investing'
Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 09/09/2013
» It is a little-known fact that one of the oldest witnesses to Thailand's evolution in modern history also happens to be one of the oldest and most influential philanthropic organisations in the world.
What to say when your CEO says `no' to sustainability
Published on 09/09/2013
» So you believe in sustainability and have already convinced your CEO? And he or she wholeheartedly embraces the concept and changed the organisation? Congratulations! Please raise your hand, as many in the business community, including myself, have something to learn from you.
Arctic methane breach an 'economic time bomb'
AFP, Published on 25/07/2013
» Massive leakage of methane from thawing shoreline in the Arctic would devastate the world's climate and economy, a trio of scientists warned on Wednesday.
Sustainability awareness high in Asean but accountability still weak
Asia focus, Published on 07/05/2013
» Although almost 80% of the companies in Asean feel that they need to operate their businesses in a sustainable way, fewer than half have committed the resources to manage that strategy, according to a recent survey by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).
Still a long way to thai business sustainability
Business, PwC Thailand, Published on 30/04/2013
» Over the past few years, we have seen a gradual shift in the way that companies in Thailand view responsible _ and therefore sustainable _ business. Thai corporate leaders increasingly see good business as going beyond ad hoc philanthropic activities branded as corporate social responsibility (CSR). Businesses today must be able to recognise and respond to the complex risks and opportunities presented by emerging global megatrends _ climate change, population growth, ecosystem degradation and resource scarcity.
N. Korea launches rocket: Live Report
AFP, Published on 12/12/2012
» This ends AFP's Live Report on the launch of a long-range rocket by North Korea, which came just days before the first anniversary of its former ruler's death and which caught many observers by surprise.
The sustainable packaging value chain
Business, Published on 05/12/2012
» When it comes to sustainability, no one put it better than Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States, who wrote in 1789: "The Earth belongs to each generation during its course, fully and in its right no generations can contract debts greater than may be paid during the course of its existence."
Turn the other cheek
News, Published on 17/10/2012
» I find it strange that a man who is a convicted felon, a fugitive from justice, and also wanted in connection with another alleged offence, has any right to sue the Democrats for defamation of character. If the law allows this, then it is a bit of cheek to expect to be granted such a privilege when thumbing one's nose at the law of Thailand, treating it with such apparent contempt while also using it to suits one's needs.
RIO+20: Disappointing outcome? Don't wait for RIO+30
Business, Published on 03/07/2012
» Rio+20 Conference is over. The city of Rio is now back to its normal condition. Most of the state delegations and business leaders are now back to their own countries, reflecting and reporting the progress.