McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JUNE 27, 2023

Sustainable farming is necessary for decarbonization. But to get the world to net zero, the agriculture sector must take action along the entire value chain.

Sustainability 104

Sustainability Management 104

Open Access Government - Technology News

MARCH 30, 2023

Why is sustainable procurement so important? One of the biggest challenges companies face is designing and implementing sustainable procurement policies and overcoming a lack of crucial visibility across their supply chains. What’s holding back more sustainable procurement?

Sustainability 104

Sustainability Regulations Government Operations 104

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MAY 18, 2023

Which sustainability attributes matter most at the point of sale? Do consumers pay attention to sustainability claims? A new report from McKinsey and NielsenIQ provides answers.

Sustainability 107

Sustainability 107

AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Sustainability, planetary health, and climate action have become priority topics within governments and organizations of all sizes, with universities playing a pivotal role to inspire and empower the future generations. Innovation is essential in developing solutions that address global sustainability challenges.

Sustainability 72

Sustainability Education Public Sector Stewardship 72

Homeroom

APRIL 20, 2023

Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools, District Sustainability Awardees, and Postsecondary Sustainability Awardees! Congratulations to the 2023 U.S. The 2023 cohort, announced April 20th, includes 26 schools, 11 districts, and four postsecondary institutions.

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Sustainability 2023 Education Blog 84

AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Innovation is key in achieving sustainability goals across the public and private sector. Two Nordic-based organizations are using Amazon Web Services (AWS) to reach ambitious sustainability goals. Sustainability cannot be seen as an outlying or standalone department.”

Sustainability 72

Sustainability Public Sector Transportation 2030 72

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Environmental sustainability is the practice of ensuring responsible stewardship of our planet.

Sustainability 94

Sustainability Stewardship 94

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Our survey reveals a strong commitment to sustainability in packaging, but few organizations are on track to meet these goals. We suggest five levers to get companies back on track.

Sustainability 122

Sustainability Operations 122

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

AUGUST 15, 2023

Consumer sentiment on sustainability is changing as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic. A few common themes are clear, but views on packaging materials and environmental priorities vary by country.

Sustainability 80

Sustainability 2023 80

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The path discrete manufacturing companies have taken to make their operations carbon neutral has important lessons for any business pursuing the dual mission of profitability and sustainability.

Sustainability 91

Sustainability Operations 91

Policy Chats

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

In this episode, Executive Director of the California Storage and Solar Association Bernadette Del Chiaro talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the importance of solar energy and storage, as well as how they are essential to a sustainable future.

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Sustainability Public Policy Local Government Webinar 69

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Sustainable financial products can propel revenue growth for banks and contribute substantially to businesses’ progress in meeting global climate goals. But success requires a strategic approach.

Sustainability 124

Sustainability 124

AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

As consumption of materials continues to increase and competition for natural resources grows, building sustainable and resilient infrastructure is crucial in the fight against climate change. This is why Amazon Web Services (AWS) is launching the next AWS Sustainable Cities Accelerator cohort with a focus on infrastructure.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Public Sector 2022 Transportation 98

NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 13, 2023

For cities looking to comprehensively address resilience and sustainability at the local level, there is an array of federal funding sources available for a wide variety of eligible uses.

Sustainability 104

Sustainability Operations 104

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

AUGUST 9, 2023

Financial institutions in Latin America are responding to similar forces that have put sustainability on the agendas of their peers in other parts of the world. A five-pillar approach can increase the odds of success.

Sustainability 74

Sustainability 74

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MAY 5, 2023

Biotechnology can help make it more sustainable, supporting a global path to net zero. Animal production will continue to play an important role in feeding a growing world population.

Sustainability 95

Sustainability 95

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

AI, machine learning, the Internet of Things, and other technologies can play a critical role in decarbonization, and the cloud can significantly speed up and catalyze this process.

Sustainability 112

Sustainability 112

Open Access Government - Technology News

OCTOBER 17, 2022

It’s an initiative that echoes the necessity for our streets to be cycle friendly , forming part of the wider aim of creating smarter, safer and more sustainable towns and cities, says Mark Nicholson, Chief Executive Officer, VivaCity. For this to succeed, we need AI-powered data to deliver smart, safe and sustainable cycling.

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Sustainability Local Government 2021 2019 145

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Reducing greenhouse gases is essential for chemical companies to remain competitive. Investing in feedstock sources and conversion technologies can help close the gap to net zero.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability 105

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

To make the world as sustainable and inclusive as we hope, a certain kind of economic growth will be necessary—and companies will play a vital role in generating it.

Sustainability 102

Sustainability 102

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

How you or your clients handle this good, bad news or this bad, good news will affect the sustainability of your nonprofit agency. Baby Boomer wealth transfer forms the glass half-empty or half-full scenario for sustainability. Detail-loving grant professionals shine at this painstaking but crucial need for sustainability.

Nonprofit 89

Nonprofit Sustainability Fundraising Grant Writer 89

Open Access Government - Technology News

MAY 3, 2023

These discussions covered topics such as sustainable mobile devices, incentives for second-life devices, supply and demand challenges and the importance of collaboration in creating a more circular economy. Doing so will reduce electronic waste, extend the life span of mobile devices and create a more sustainable tomorrow for all.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Government Security Education 98

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

AUGUST 31, 2022

Nordic companies are uniquely positioned to lead the world in combating climate change, potentially creating a Nordic Silicon Valley of sustainability.

Sustainability 91

Sustainability 91

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 31, 2023

A new discussion paper by McKinsey & Company describes companies’ critical role in addressing social and environmental challenges through growth, sustainability, and inclusion.

Sustainability 92

Sustainability 92

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 26, 2023

Coming out of the pandemic, new realities are reshaping consumer attitudes on sustainable packaging in the United States.

Sustainability 81

Sustainability 81

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Nordic companies are uniquely positioned to lead the world in combating climate change, potentially creating a Nordic Silicon Valley of sustainability.

Sustainability 86

Sustainability 86

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

If Nordic countries play their cards right, the region can become the Silicon Valley of sustainability, creating business value, economic growth and green jobs.

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Sustainability 56

AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Authorities have shifted from being solely responsible for managing their assets and incoming vessels to managing more complex ecosystems, including the relationship between port operations and the environment, the relationship between ports and local sustainable economic development, and the relationship between ports and onward transport networks.

Sustainability 62

Sustainability Public Sector Transportation Economic Development 62

AWS Public Sector Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Today, Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced the startups chosen to participate in the AWS Sustainable Cities Accelerator for Infrastructure. These startups are developing groundbreaking solutions to help cities address infrastructure-related sustainability challenges. Startups are also eligible to receive AWS computing credits.

Sustainability 87

Sustainability Public Sector Transportation 2022 87

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Without a step change in action to increase land-use efficiency, growing demand for food, fuel, and natural capital may require additional land equivalent to the total cropland of Brazil by 2030.

Sustainability 116

Sustainability 2030 116

GovLoop

APRIL 11, 2023

Government agencies face increasing pressure to make “sustainable” choices: to be more thoughtful about their energy use and impact on the environment. In particular, it can help support agencies’ sustainability ambitions. Federal goals include net-zero emissions from overall operations by 2050.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Government Agency Constituents Public Sector 52

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Senior partner and McKinsey Global Institute director, Kweilin Ellingrud, talks about her key takeaways from her discussions with CEOs at Davos, and how businesses can meaningfully pursue sustainable, inclusive growth.

Sustainability 84

Sustainability 84

Homeroom

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Department of Education (ED) has limited authorities in the areas of school infrastructure, sustainability, environmental justice, and climate.

Sustainability 89

Sustainability Education Accountability Blog 89

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

AUGUST 8, 2022

Because of digital and sustainability trends, R&D organizations are facing an increasingly complex landscape. Developing the necessary organizational structures and capabilities is urgent.

Sustainability 108

Sustainability Development 108

Homeroom

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Recognizing the growing challenges high need LEAs face in ensuring that their Continue Reading The post ED Calling for Input on School Infrastructure and Sustainability Funding appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

Sustainability 92

Sustainability 2023 Education Blog 92

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 22, 2023

Now is the time for grocers to develop strategic sustainability plans focused on value creation and think more broadly about the role they can play in encouraging change across the full value chain.

Sustainability 70

Sustainability Development 70

Homeroom

JUNE 12, 2023

Department of Education has invited national, regional, and local non-profits, foundations, businesses, and community-based organizations to share their bold commitment(s) to advance school sustainability, encompassing infrastructure, health, environmental sustainability education, climate, and environmental justice in America.

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Sustainability Campaign Education Blog 59