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Why are We Obsessed with GDP Growth?

October 21, 2016October 21, 2016 by Maram Jawdat

The Great GDP Obsession Globally, countries are equally obsessed with GDP growth. As most people know, Gross domestic product (GDP) is the monetary value of all the finished goods and services produced within a country's borders in a specific time period. This is usually the point at which GDP growth becomes a…

Swiss Green Economy Referendum Brings Attention to Global Sustainability Problem

October 6, 2016October 7, 2016 by Maram Jawdat

What if every nation on earth agreed to keep its usage of resources at a sustainable level? Switzerland held a revolutionary referendum, which asked citizens to vote on whether the country would commit to reaching an ecological impact level of zero by the year 2050, in late September of 2016.…

Where are we with Fair Trade?

September 9, 2016 by Alexis Nat

When it comes to selecting ethical, environmentally sustainable fashion, it's important to consider not only what an item is made from, but also who made it. Unfortunately, unlike fabric type, this information isn't typically included on the tags, and it can be next to impossible to track the origins of…

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The Deplorable Fashion Working Conditions in Southeast Asia

September 2, 2016September 2, 2016 by Maram Jawdat

The global textile/fashion industry is estimated to be worth over $450 billion, making it one of the most important sectors due to the large number of people it employs. Southeast Asian countries are home to some of the biggest manufacturers due to the low operating and labor costs that these…

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