Roadmap To Sustainability
Saving Lives, Shaping Futures, Sustaining Earth
GOAL & MISSION
OUR GOAL
Connecting Business Leaders to exchange and share solutions for sustainability.
To educate, exchange views and insights in our current and future landscape around the globe.
GLOBAL ROUNDTABLES
Our grassroots initiative of Global Roundtables for Roadmap To Sustainability🍃 were born out of pandemic in March 2020. Global Roundtables are iDARE's cornerstone project designed to connect global leaders, thought leaders, visionaries, industry experts, and entrepreneurs to seek sustainability solutions.
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Roadmap To Sustainability
"We can not achieve environmental and organizational resiliency in our planet without achieving our personal sustainability"
Creator, Founder "Roadmap To Sustainability"
Founder, iDARE and DARE Education, Philanthropist, Author
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Global Sustainability Challenges
Key Facts & Figures
Explore the pressing global issues impacting our planet and society, from environmental conservation to social inequalities, through these crucial statistics.
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Recycling & Waste
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Conservation, Ecosystems & Biodiversity
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Population
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Food Security
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Water Sustainability
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Energy Sustainability
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Social Sustainability
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RECYCLING & WASTE
- The world dumps 2.12 billion tons of waste each year. (Source: The World Counts)
- Only 16% of the world's waste is recycled. (Source: Maplecroft)
- The United States produces the largest volume of waste per head of population in the world. Despite having just 4% of the world's population, the US generates 12% of global waste. (Source: Maplecroft)
- The US generates 292.4 million tons of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) and recycles 69 million tons, a little under 24%. (Source: EPA)
- 146.1 million tons of MSW in the US goes into landfill space. (Source: EPA)
- The US could run out of landfill space by 2035. (Source: Waste Business Journal)
- More than 400 million metric tons of plastic waste are produced globally each year. Only 18% of plastic is collected to be recycled. (Source: The Roundup)
- The Great Pacific Garbage Patch now contains around 2 trillion pieces of plastic, including plastic bottle caps, bottles, bags, lids, containers, and cups. (Source: The Roundup
- Plastic grocery bags take 20 years to decompose. A plastic straw can take 200 years. Plastic beverage bottles and cups can take up to 450 years. Some plastics may never biodegrade at all. (Source: WWF)
- Around 64 million people's lives are directly affected by the exporting and dumping of waste in poorer countries such as Ghana, Indonesia, and Pakistan. (Source: The World Counts)
- An astonishing 5 trillion plastic bags are used globally every year. Switching to reusable grocery bags could dramatically reduce this number. (Source: Earth Day)
CONSERVATION, ECOSYSTEM & BIODIVERSITY
- Deforestation: The world loses around 10 million hectares of forest each year, equivalent to the size of Iceland. (Source: FAO)
- Biodiversity Loss: One million species are at risk of extinction due to human activities, with extinction rates accelerating. (Source: IPBES)
- Coral Reefs: About 50% of the world’s coral reefs have been lost in the last 30 years due to climate change, overfishing, and pollution. (Source: NOAA)
- Wetlands: Wetlands are disappearing three times faster than forests, with 35% of global wetlands lost since 1970. (Source: Ramsar Convention)
- Protected Areas: Currently, 15% of land and 7.5% of marine areas are under protection, but many ecosystems remain vulnerable. (Source: UNEP)
POPULATION
- Global Population: The world population is projected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050, placing increased pressure on natural resources. (Source: UN)
- Urbanization: Over 55% of the global population currently lives in urban areas, with this number expected to rise to 68% by 2050. (Source: UN)
- Aging Population: By 2050, one in six people in the world will be over age 65, impacting global healthcare and social systems. (Source: WHO)
- Population Growth in Africa: Africa’s population is expected to double by 2050, accounting for more than half of the global population increase by then. (Source: UN)
FOOD SECURITY
- Global Hunger: Approximately 828 million people worldwide are undernourished, with food insecurity affecting all regions. (Source: FAO)
- Food Waste: About one-third of all food produced globally—roughly 1.3 billion tons—is wasted each year. (Source: FAO)
- Agricultural Land: Over 80% of the world’s agricultural land is used for livestock, yet animal products provide only 18% of global calorie intake. (Source: FAO)
- Climate Impact: Climate change could reduce crop yields by 10-25% by 2050, further threatening global food security. (Source: IPCC)
- Sustainable Agriculture: Only 29% of agricultural practices are currently sustainable, necessitating a shift towards more sustainable food production. (Source: FAO)
WATER SUSTAINABILITY
- Water Scarcity: Around 2.2 billion people worldwide lack access to safe drinking water, and by 2025, half of the world’s population may live in water-stressed areas. (Source: WHO)
- Groundwater Depletion: Global groundwater levels are dropping, with 21 of the world’s 37 largest aquifers being depleted faster than they can be replenished. (Source: NASA)
- Water Pollution: 80% of wastewater globally is released into the environment without treatment, severely polluting rivers, lakes, and oceans. (Source: UN)
- Agriculture’s Water Use: Agriculture accounts for 70% of global freshwater use, with inefficient irrigation practices leading to significant water waste. (Source: FAO)
- Water Conflicts: Over 263 river basins are shared by two or more countries, and competition for water resources is increasing tensions in many regions. (Source: UN)
ENERGY SUSTAINABILITY
- Renewable Energy: Renewables accounted for nearly 30% of global electricity generation in 2020, with wind and solar leading the growth. (Source: IEA)
- Fossil Fuels: Fossil fuels still supply 84% of global energy, with coal, oil, and natural gas being the primary sources. (Source: BP Statistical Review)
- Energy Access: Over 759 million people globally still lack access to electricity, predominantly in sub-Saharan Africa. (Source: IEA)
- Energy Efficiency: Improving energy efficiency could meet about 40% of the world’s energy needs by 2040, reducing the demand for fossil fuels. (Source: IEA)
- Climate Goals: To meet the Paris Agreement goals, global CO2 emissions need to drop by 45% by 2030 and reach net-zero by 2050. (Source: IPCC)
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
- Poverty: Around 9.2% of the world’s population lives on less than $2.15 a day, with the COVID-19 pandemic reversing progress in poverty reduction. (Source: World Bank)
- Education: Over 260 million children globally are out of school, with girls and children in conflict zones being most affected. (Source: UNESCO)
- Gender Equality: At the current rate, it will take 132 years to close the global gender gap in areas such as economic participation, education, health, and political empowerment. (Source: World Economic Forum)
- Healthcare Access: Nearly half of the world’s population lacks access to essential health services, with inequities particularly stark in low-income countries. (Source: WHO)
- Human Rights: Over 70 million people worldwide have been forcibly displaced due to conflict, persecution, and environmental disasters. (Source: UNHCR)
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Global News on Sustainability
Updated Monthly
VIDEOS
ARTICLES
15 August 2024 by Science News
Intelligent soft robotic clothing for automatic thermal adaptation in extreme heat - The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
16 May 2024 by The Manila Times
Soaring heat in Asia driven by climate change – study | The Manila Times
15 August 2024 by Forbes
Beyond The Stars: How Space Technology Inspires Global Sustainability - Forbes
15 May 2024 by Rebecca Ann Hughes
Italy, France, Germany: Which EU country has the most environmentally friendly economy? | Euro News
07 April 2024 by MSN
Sustainable travel destinations around the world (Photo Cred: iDARE)
14 August 2024 by Science News
A Method That Paves the Way for Improved Fuel Cell Vehicles - Chalmers University of Technology
15 May 2024 by Joyce Chimbi (Nairobi) Inter Press Service
Ocean Action on Global Agenda as Negotiations to Save Biodiversity Deepen — Global Issues
26 January 2024 by WE Forum
Why 2024 is the year sustainability develops a business case | World Economic Forum (weforum.org)
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Featured Speaker
Meet our Featured Speaker, a trailblazer in sustainability and innovation, inspiring change and fostering dialogue. Discover thought-provoking insights from industry leaders who are shaping the future. Get inspired, get informed, and get ready to be part of the solution!
This section will be dedicated for our upcoming Featured Speaker. If you are interested to learn more in how you can be qualified for our Featured Speaker, reach out to us via email: iDAREcares@gmail.com, attention: Ms. Susan.
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Founded by Ms. Nicky Dare, Roadmap To Sustainability was born out of pandemic in March 2020. And the 1st Global Roundtable was launched in July / August 2020.
These programs are self funded.
Hosted by iDARE, a grassroots nonprofit with its mission to promote a sustainable world in enhancing the dignity and improving quality and safety of life of individuals, families, and communities through education, leadership, advocacy, and self reliance programs.
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iDARE is an acronym for integrity Diversity Adaptation Resilience Empowerment. www.iDAREcares.org
What’s this event about?
As we continue our global discussion, we are reaching out to business leaders to exchange and share ideas and solutions for sustainability in our current and future landscape around the globe.
How can we use these multilateral resources from various regions to deploy sustainability, in business, in personal, as well as in planetary sustainability?
Sustainable planet begins with sustainable lives.
The Takeaways
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Survival in the marketplace in short and long term
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Learn to adapt, evolve, and sustain in the future business
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Maximize latest technology, tools, and resources available for sustainability
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Thursday, 17 Oct 2024, at 10:00 AM PST
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Past Global Roundtables
Past Speakers
Roundtable Topics and Discussions
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Connecting Business Leaders, Thought Leaders, Community Leaders, Industry Experts
USA
Dr. Salah Halasa
Founder, Academyos
www.academyosd.com
NETHERLANDS
Ramon Rahangmetan
Co-Founder, Circle of Sustainable Europe
www.cose-eu.org
ZURICH
Sébastien Pair
Lean Director GE Vernova
Corporate Executive Supply Chain Leader
www.academyosd.com
SOUTH AFRICA
Dr. Jerry Gule
Chief Executive Offucer, Institute of People Management IPM
www.ipm.co.za
CANADA
Nick Noorani
Founder and CEO, Immigrant Networks
www.immigrantnetworks.com
INDIA
Dr. Sandeep Atre
Founder, Socialigence
www.socialigence.net
BELGIUM
Joeri Billast
Fractional CMO, AI Trainer, Web3 Marketing
www.webdrie.net
DENMARK
Michelle Quick
Founder, Mental Health Coach
www.levglad.dk
USA
Paul Gunn Jr.
Chief Executive Officer, KUOG Corporation
www.kuoginc.com
USA
Frank Kelly
Leadership Development, Kelly Consulting
www.businesssuccesscourse.com
INDIA
Pooja Maheshwari
Founder, CEO, SRS | Smarg
www.smargtech.com
USA
Dr. Matthew Burke
Retired Combat Veteran, 10 CAN, Inc.
www.10canoutdoors.com
USA
Dr. Michael Barbera
Chief Behavioral Officer, Clicksuasion Labs
www.clicksuasion.com
USA
Mohammed Alghurabi
Senior Project Manager, Michigan Department of Transportation MDOT
www.michigan.gov/MDOT
BRAZIL
Arlene Keifer
APD Advocate Prime Dispute, Brav Conflict Management
www.brav.org | primedispute.com
AUSTRALIA
David Johnston
Founder, Weleda Australia
www.weleda.com.au
SINGAPORE
Charles Pitts
Co-Founder, Purnama Outreach Singapore
www.purnamaoutreach.com
PORTUGAL
Michael Dickinson
Storytelling Clinical Psychologist
www.contosclinicos.pt
MALAYSIA
Kamarul Basar
Process Improvement Specialist, Local GLC
www.myrepublic.co.id
ARGENTINA
Ronald McDonald
Chief Executive Officer, Punchzee
www.punchzee.com
TRINIDAD
Adrian Douen
Chairman, CEO, The True Circular Economy
www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-r-douen
USA
Anca Novacovici
Founder, Sustainability Supply Chain
www.eco-coach.com
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