W HY ARE SCIENCE BASED TARGETS IMPORTANT FOR SUSTAINABILITY GOALS Science-based targets are important for sustainability goals because they provide a framework and methodology to ensure that efforts to mitigate climate change and achieve sustainability are grounded in scientific evidence and align with the global objectives necessary to avoid catastrophic environmental impacts. Here are several reasons why science-based targets are important for sustainability goals: 1.      Alignment with Climate Science: Science-based targets are set in alignment with the latest climate science and research, particularly the recommendations of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). This alignment ensures that the targets are consistent with what is needed to limit global warming to safe levels and prevent the most severe impacts of climate change. 2.      Climate Change Mitigation: Science-based targets aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to a level that is consistent

     BEST PRACTICES TO MAKE YOUR TRADE SHOW BOOTH SUSTAINABLE Trade Show booths can have a significant impact on you making your sustainable targets.  Below are some best practices to make your booth “green”. 1.       Material Selection: a. Choose Sustainable Materials 2.       Energy Efficiency: a. Use LED Lighting 3.       Water Efficiency: a. Install Water-Saving Fixtures 4.       Waste Management: a. Implement Recycling Stations: Set up clearly labeled recycling bins to encourage visitors to recycle their waste properly. b. Minimize Single-Use Plastics: Avoid using single-use plastics within the exhibit and encourage reusable alternatives. 5.       Transportation and Logistics: a. Reduce Emissions: Optimize transportation to and from the exhibit by consolidating shipments and utilizing fuel-efficient vehicles. b. Offset Carbon Emissions: Consider investing in carbon offset programs to balance out the carbon footprint associated with transportation. 6.

Why Plastic is So Bad   Many people think you just need to recycle plastic but plastic is harmful to the environment for a variety of reasons. We need to focus on ways to eliminate plastic usage and not just recycle. Other impacts of plastic are below: Non-Biodegradability: Most plastics do not biodegrade naturally. Instead, they break down into smaller and smaller pieces over time, eventually becoming microplastics that persist in the environment for hundreds of years. Pollution: Plastic pollution is a significant problem, especially in oceans and waterways. Discarded plastic items like bags, bottles, and packaging can end up in water bodies, harming aquatic life and ecosystems. Marine animals often ingest or become entangled in plastic debris. Fossil Fuel Dependency: The production of plastic is heavily reliant on fossil fuels, particularly oil and natural gas. E Toxic Chemicals: Many plastics contain harmful chemicals, such as phthalates, bisphenol A (BPA), and flame retardant