According to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), there were still 768 million people suffering from chronic hunger in the year 2020. Moreover, it is a situation that could very well deteriorate in the future due to the effects of global warming and population growth. Yet humankind may alr... Read more
Warren Buffett’s son says charity fuels a ‘perpetual poverty machine’ and rich people giving money away eases their conscience but doesn’t solve the problem.
Warren Buffett’s son says charity fuels a ‘perpetual poverty machine’ and rich people giving money away eases their conscience but doesn’t solve the problem
When billionaire Warren Buffett pledged to give away 85 per cent of his fortune in 2006, as part of a Giving Pledge where some of the country’s wealthiest people would do more to help charity, he was applauded.
So true, I wonder when we will make use of this idea and make the world as good as it could be for those who are less fortunate. Not too soon I guess, it’s just business as usual.
‘Denying vaccine to poor countries is stain on world’s conscience’
Didn’t realise this existed. or that people gifted each other stock and shares. Interesting how it is coming along now we better apprecite we should give to charity, rather than we should trust the government to give some of our money to charity. Big difference.
From these donated shares we generate funds to give to charities, guided by donor suggestion. Since 1996 we have given over £16million to more than 1,800 charities.
A couple who have been asking the council to move a communal bin placed metres away from their front door were aghast when they were threatened with a fine for the fly-tipping by it. Becky Saunders and James Hilham live in Washington Street, one of the few streets in Hanover with communal refuse bin... Read more
A designated space next to big street bins would be good. People do it anyways, most don’t have cars or access to get bulky stuff to the recycling centre. For those who can’t you can always apply to have them pick it up. But then, people in your street won’t be able to take it off their hands before they arrive, which is a shame. More tips for people without transport here : https://londonrecycles.co.uk/a-to-z/furniture/
Furniture that cannot be re-used can often be recycled, especially items made from wood or metal. Most furniture can be recycled at your local recycling centre – use our recycling locator tool to find your nearest centre.
The UK is lagging behind on this for sure. No mention of what we are doing to cut the waste. And it is unlikely we will now that Europe isn’t ruling us properly.
How governments around the world are encouraging food waste initiatives
Many countries have been implementing new policies aiming at reducing food waste. We’ve collected some government initiatives on the issue from around the world
Prizes totalling £45,000 have just been allocted to innovators from commonwealth member countries who suggest forward-looking solutions, which advance their values. Nobel should follow in these footsteps for sure – sustainable development wasn’t even a thing when the prize was set up.
Secretary-General opens innovation awards for sustainable development
A Commonwealth prize recognising the most impactful innovations in sustainable development has been launched by the Secretary-General. Prizes totalling £45,000 will be awarded to innovators from member countries who suggest forward-looking solutions, which advance the values of the Commonwealth Cha... Read more
Agreed, would be a good idea to have a specific Nobel Prize category just for sustainable development. As far as I can see on their site one one winner has been “for contribution to sustainable development, democracy and peace.”
Just give them the money or go to jail – even if you have to steal the money – it’s a silly situation in lots of countries and gets exploited by governments time and time again.
What will happen if you don't pay your court fine - VHS Fletchers Solicitors
There should be a job waiting for anyone that wants to pay off their fines but doesn’t have employment. Any decent society would set that up as soon as they set up the judicial system.
Work, Pay, or Go to Jail: Court-Ordered Community Service In Los Angeles
AN architect may have found a solution to the UK’s housing shortage – flat-pack home. Renato Vidal, from Italy, has created an affordable flat pack folding home which could be yours for…
People who are homeless in New York City will be the first in the country to have access to free vending machines, dispensing items like food, socks, shampoo, books and more.
Hmmm, still not sure if they fixed this…. “Only 5,000 of the 15,000 shelters that UNHCR bought in 2015 have been deployed, meaning that two thirds of all shelters manufactured, worth a total of $12.5 million, have yet to be used.
The rest have remained in depots while it carried out an investigation into fire safety and other problems, UNCHR told Dezeen.”
Ten thousand IKEA refugee shelters left unused over fire fears, United Nations admits
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What an excellent idea. The world has enough resources to feed itself. We simply need a little bit of creativity.
How about the fact that algae can enrich the soil, thus improving production? It can also feed fish and animals.
https://www.up-to-us.veolia.com/en/food/algae-edible-food-against-global-hunger
Algae is fast growing, has minimal production requirements, and can benefit the environment. All these make it the food of the future.
Algae is rich in proteins, vitamins, and omega fatty acids. Makes you wonder why it is not yet a staple food worldwide.
https://www.bbc.com/future/bespoke/follow-the-food/the-green-sludge-that-could-transform-our-diets.html
Warren Buffett’s son says charity fuels a ‘perpetual poverty machine’ and rich people giving money away eases their conscience but doesn’t solve the problem.
So true, I wonder when we will make use of this idea and make the world as good as it could be for those who are less fortunate. Not too soon I guess, it’s just business as usual.
Didn’t realise this existed. or that people gifted each other stock and shares. Interesting how it is coming along now we better apprecite we should give to charity, rather than we should trust the government to give some of our money to charity. Big difference.
This though?
Great idea that already exists. £39,474,000 Donated at https://www.sharegift.org/
Careful now! Councils threaten to fine people they think put things beside rather than in the bin.
This is where you apply for a collection.
A designated space next to big street bins would be good. People do it anyways, most don’t have cars or access to get bulky stuff to the recycling centre. For those who can’t you can always apply to have them pick it up. But then, people in your street won’t be able to take it off their hands before they arrive, which is a shame. More tips for people without transport here : https://londonrecycles.co.uk/a-to-z/furniture/
France is leading the way on this for sure. Come on UK we could do loads better.
The UK is lagging behind on this for sure. No mention of what we are doing to cut the waste. And it is unlikely we will now that Europe isn’t ruling us properly.
Prizes totalling £45,000 have just been allocted to innovators from commonwealth member countries who suggest forward-looking solutions, which advance their values. Nobel should follow in these footsteps for sure – sustainable development wasn’t even a thing when the prize was set up.
Agreed, would be a good idea to have a specific Nobel Prize category just for sustainable development. As far as I can see on their site one one winner has been “for contribution to sustainable development, democracy and peace.”
Just give them the money or go to jail – even if you have to steal the money – it’s a silly situation in lots of countries and gets exploited by governments time and time again.
There should be a job waiting for anyone that wants to pay off their fines but doesn’t have employment. Any decent society would set that up as soon as they set up the judicial system.
Saw this too, how they are making refugee camps better.
installed in London to show people how the ikea one is helping people elsewhere.
here’s ikea’s
These prefabs are being called flatpacks. I guess they are then.
I would live in one of those. Amazing.
Looks like they are getting better all the time. Love this idea and glad it turned into a reality, Bet lots of others are too.
This does a better job of explaining the difference.
Had to look this up, so here is a handy link http://www.justmeans.com/blogs/what-is-equitrade-and-how-does-it-differ-from-fair-trade#:~:text=But%20what%20is%20equitrade%20and,their%20crops%20into%20finished%20goods.
not related but heartbreaking
not just for refugees either. 45k for a house in the uk
Think this has been done, not sure if they will take off though.
You’ll be lucky… “The city council said it had been a “misguided and ill-informed attempt to address complex problems”
Hmmm, still not sure if they fixed this…. “Only 5,000 of the 15,000 shelters that UNHCR bought in 2015 have been deployed, meaning that two thirds of all shelters manufactured, worth a total of $12.5 million, have yet to be used.
The rest have remained in depots while it carried out an investigation into fire safety and other problems, UNCHR told Dezeen.”
IKEA are doing a great job here – good example of organizations helping people out when they can.
These guys could do with this, or donations to make the idea real in the UK.
Looks like the king of flat pack nailed this idea and won awards for it.
Feed the world
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Or just a plan image and hot glue gun
Found this online, great idea…