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  It has been hard to ignore the effects of climate change , with governments across the world now promising strong new tough policy to curb greenhouse  gas  emissions and promote environmental care. These policies are forcing industries to review their operations, shift their focus towards sustainability and the use of cleaner  technologies . Carbon mitigation policies have gone a notch higher by extending to the use of  carbon pricing  mechanisms such as carbon taxes and cap and trade systems to institutional investors or obligating businesses to cut emissions reduction targets. Such policies are however not designed only to address climate change threats but presents both challenges and positive prospects for businesses in all sectors. Energy-related climate regulations can impose significant costs and operational challenges on sectors such as  transportation  and manufacturing. Adapting to these regulations while pursuing sustainable practices...

  In today’s world of fast paced, social media it becomes difficult at times to understand how some form of content influences consumer behavior as opposed to another. But both of these two key forms of engagement—social media influencers’ posts, and regular consumer comments—work differently to affect online conversation. Both may involve sharing opinions, but the difference in purpose, reach, even influence is vast: brand brands,  marketers , consumers all benefit differently. Social media influencers post things they are known for creating content that is  designed  to get people to do something or believe something. Whether organic or sponsored, these posts are planned and intended to spread the word on a product,  service  or idea to an even wider audience. Influencer posts have a mountain of followers and can make a big buzz and prompt consumer action, which is why it’s a sought after tool for brands to achieve visibility and  sales . Consumer c...

  As climate change effects become more pronounced—characterized by increased frequency of natural calamities as well as changing climates—the need for solutions has never been more pressing. In view of these rising issues, two of earth's greatest combatants in the war on climate change are also two of its most beautiful resources; forests and the oceans. These ecosystems not only serve as rich sources of resources and shelter, but they also contribute significantly in controlling the global climate by acting as sinks for greenhouse  gases . Forests are sometimes called the lungs of the earth mainly because of their ability to take in a high concentration of carbon dioxide (co2) thanks to photosynthesis. They also possess huge reservoirs of carbon, which helps in alleviating the increased rate of global warming. The geographical features referred to as oceans comprise approximately 70 percent of the earth’s surface and accounts for nearly thirty percent of the amount of co2 p...

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