Written by Amol Bhosale, cloud engineer, LnkTechnologies As someone who cares about the environment and the future of our planet, We, at Lnk Technologies, believe that understanding sustainable development goals (SDGs) is more important than ever. The SDGs are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. In this article, we will explain why the SDGs matter for both businesses and individuals, discuss the role of SDGs in climate change, and provide practical tips on how you can reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to SDGs in your daily life. Understanding Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) The United Nations adopted 17 SDGs in 2015 as a blueprint for a better and more sustainable future for all. The SDGs consist of 17 goals and 169 targets, covering a wide range of issues such as poverty, hunger, health, education, gender equality, clean water and sanitation, affordable and clean energy, decent work and economic growth, industry, innovation and infrastructure, reduced inequalities, sustainable cities, and communities, responsible consumption and production, climate action, life below water, life on land, peace, justice, and strong institutions, and partnerships for the goals. The SDGs are interconnected and indivisible, meaning that progress toward one goal contributes to progress toward all goals. The SDGs are also universal, meaning that they apply to all countries, rich and poor, and all people, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, or social status. The SDGs are based on the principle of leaving no one behind, meaning that the most vulnerable and marginalized groups should be prioritized in the implementation of the SDGs. The Importance of SDGs for Businesses and Individuals By aligning their operations and strategies with the SDGs, businesses can create value for themselves and society. For example, businesses can reduce their costs, increase their efficiency, enhance their reputation, attract and retain talent, and access new markets by adopting sustainable practices and products that contribute to the SDGs. SDGs and Climate Change One of the most pressing challenges facing the world today is climate change. Climate change is caused by greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, primarily from the burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and gas. Climate change has severe impacts on the environment, the economy, and society, such as more frequent and intense natural disasters, heatwaves, droughts, floods, sea level rise, food and water insecurity, loss of biodiversity, and human displacement. To reduce the use of these GHG resources you can use Lnk Hydro-Gen. This solution developed by Lnk Technology is a hydrogen-powered kit that can be fitted on existing fossil fuel engines/ generators. This kit will be safe, easy to install, light, and emit no CO2 emission. The SDGs are crucial for addressing climate change because they provide a framework for sustainable and low-carbon development. SDG 13, Climate Action, calls for urgent and ambitious action to reduce GHG emissions, increase resilience, and adapt to the impacts of climate change. SDG 7, Affordable and Clean Energy, calls for the promotion of renewable energy and energy efficiency, which are essential for reducing GHG emissions and achieving energy access for all. SDG 12, Responsible Consumption and Production, calls for the decoupling of economic growth from resource use and environmental degradation, which is necessary for a sustainable and circular economy. Reducing Your Carbon Footprint One of the most effective ways to contribute to SDGs and address climate change is to reduce your carbon footprint. A carbon footprint is the amount of GHG emissions that are produced by an individual, organization, or product. Reducing your carbon footprint is not only good for the environment but also for your health, your wallet, and your conscience. Here are some tips on how to reduce your carbon footprint: Use energy-efficient appliances and light bulbs Turn off lights and electronics when not in use Unplug chargers and appliances when not in use Use a programmable thermostat to control heating and cooling Use public transportation, bike, or walk instead of driving alone Carpool or use ride-sharing services when driving Buy a fuel-efficient or electric vehicle Reduce food waste by planning meals, storing food properly, and composting Use reusable bags, bottles, and containers instead of single-use ones Recycle paper, plastic, glass, and metal properly Use water-efficient fixtures and appliances Plant trees and support reforestation projects All energy-efficient efforts can be mapped and monitored by CarbonLnk to bring visibility. The Role of Carbon Credits in Sustainable Development Another way to contribute to SDGs and address climate change is to use carbon credits. A carbon credit is a tradable permit that allows the holder to emit a certain amount of GHG emissions. Carbon credits are used in carbon markets, where buyers and sellers exchange emissions allowances and credits to achieve their emission reduction targets and comply with regulations. Carbon credits can be generated by projects that reduce, avoid, or remove GHG emissions, such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, afforestation, and reforestation projects. Carbon credits are a valuable tool for sustainable development because they incentivize the reduction of GHG emissions and the promotion of low-carbon technologies and practices. Carbon credits can also provide finance, technology transfer, and capacity building for developing countries to achieve their SDGs, especially in the areas of energy access, clean water and sanitation, and sustainable agriculture and forestry. Ways to Save Electricity and Reduce GHG Emissions Saving electricity is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to SDGs. Here are some ways to save electricity and reduce GHG emissions: Use natural light and ventilation whenever possible Install energy-saving windows, insulation, and shading Use ceiling fans instead of air conditioners Set your air conditioner at a comfortable temperature and use a timer or thermostat Use a fan or heater instead of an air conditioner or heater when possible Clean or replace air filters regularly Turn off your computer and monitor when not in use Enable power-saving features on your computer and monitor Use a smart power strip to eliminate standby power Use a microwave or toaster oven instead of a conventional oven Use a slow cooker or pressure cooker instead of a stove or oven Use a kettle or a French press instead of a coffee maker Use a clothesline or drying rack instead of a dryer Use a low-flow showerhead and faucet aerators Fix leaks and drips promptly How to Contribute to SDGs in Your Daily Life Contributing to SDGs in your daily life is not only easy but also rewarding. Here are some ways to contribute to SDGs in your daily life: Learn about the SDGs and their targets Use CarbonLnk to track Choose sustainable products and services Reduce your waste and recycle properly Use social media to raise awareness and advocate for the SDGs Volunteer for local or global organizations that work on the SDGs Attend events and conferences that focus on the SDGs Participate in community projects that promote the SDGs Educate others about the SDGs and inspire them to take action SDGs and the Future of Business The SDGs are not only relevant for businesses today but also for the future of business. The SDGs provide a roadmap for a sustainable and inclusive economy that benefits all stakeholders. The SDGs also provide a framework for innovation, collaboration, and transformation that can help businesses thrive in a rapidly changing world. By embracing the SDGs, businesses can create shared value, foster trust and loyalty, and contribute to a better world. Tools and Resources for Tracking and Contributing to SDGs There are many tools and resources available to track and contribute to SDGs. Here are some examples: The Carbon Lnk, developed by Lnk Technologies, provides a cloud-based platform for measuring and managing GHG emissions and energy consumption, and for earning and using carbon credits. In conclusion, sustainable development goals (SDGs) matter because they provide a vision, a framework, and a call to action for a better and more sustainable world. The SDGs are relevant for both businesses and individuals and for addressing the most pressing challenges facing the world today, such as climate change. By reducing your carbon footprint, using carbon credits, saving electricity, and contributing to SDGs in your daily life, you can make a positive difference and create a better future for all. Use Lnk Technologies Carbon Lnk to save Carbon and measure energy-efficient efforts, ensuring you stay on target and actualize savings. 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The hospitality industry pride itself in their remarkable growth over the past two decades, with international arrivals doubling from 600 million to over 1.4 billion in 2016. In 2018, the travel and tourism industry saw a growth of 3.9%, outpacing that of the global economy (3.2%). Soon mass tourism will comprise 1.8 billion travelers. Customers value the quality of their travel experience, cost and choice. They now also expect reduction in the environmental impact of travel without compromising on quality of service, cost or destination choices. Without changes to tourism business model however, which is currently based on commodification of travel hotspots, homogenization, standardization and automation; natural places of beauty, habitats and communities will be destroyed. Degradation of the immediate environment by overuse of resources (water, energy supplies, plastic pollution, waste, etc) will result in competition of scarce resources with the local population and rising costs putting pressure in already thin profit margins. Increased occurrences of climate shocks drive insurance prices up and risk asset damages and/or stranded assets costs, at worth, loss of lives. Adopting a sustainable tourism business model is the only way to ensure business continuity. Hospitality market leaders have the responsibility to show the way in sustainable management. They have the remarkable advantage to benefit from economy of scale when switching to sustainable products, enough reach to partner will leading world actors on sustainability and the strength of their global networks. If harnessed properly, switching to a sustainable tourism model could unlock remarkable value for the business whilst making it more resilient. Conservation project successes like the Atlantis Blue Project shows how business value can be created whilst simultaneously taking care of the local environment in which the business can thrive whilst creating unique experiences tourists can enjoy. Signing up UNWTO global tourism plastics initiative can save the cost of single use plastics whilst reducing carbon emissions and improving brand reputation. Finally developing hotel energy solutions that use energy management systems like LnkTechnologies ' CarbonLnk and renewable energies can significantly reduce the reliance of hotels on fossil fuel, the cost of their energy and minimize waste. Whilst sustainable tourism is not a new, its success depends on systemic approaches to tackle multiple risks, using new technologies to increase resilience and engage all stakeholders in behaviour, policy and business changes.

We know that businesses have a major role to play to champion sustainable goals and practices for the greater good of society. Alongside governments, civil society, and financers, businesses drive innovation, value creation and economic activity. The problem is that much economic activity does not contribute to Social Development Goals and may in fact undermine them. So how do executives balance the leadership dilemmas inherent in positioning their company to remain competitive in the long term whilst performing in the short term? How can businesses rewire their business model to thrive economically in a sustainable way? It will not be easy. There will be winners and there will be losers. There will be a re-alignment of the economy and activities on a global scale, many businesses will be required to shift activities away from heavy carbon producing to a more sustainable economy. They may need to forego some short-term income streams in unsustainable activities, whilst growing new sustainable markets. Many businesses have already started on that journey and are starting to reap the benefits of their eco-friendly activities and policies. Take Tesla for example, other than being the leading automobile manufacturer of electric cars, less little know is how much revenue the company generated through selling their carbon credits to other car manufacturers. Take a guess?... Tesla’s carbon credit sales soared to $1.78 billion in 2022 (green.earth) its quarter four carbon credit sales jumped 47% year over year, and they reported a revenue of $1.78 billion from the sale of carbon credits. Aligning business strategy and plans to SDGs also presents opportunities, not only challenges, as demonstrated by the example Tesla set. It is clear that new opportunities are emerging from the redefining of market boundaries, and many businesses will find themselves in very different markets from the ones they consider their core business, with rewards for those who emerge as leaders. To understand more about how to make use of the emerging opportunities available to your business visit us at www.lnktechnologies.co.uk and book a free consultation with one of our sustainability managers.

Businesses that address society's changing needs are almost certainly the brightest businesses of the future. The world is running out of time to respond to a singular challenge: how to provide for as many as nine billion people by 2050 within a finite envelope of land, water and natural resources, whilst adapting to a warmer, less predictable climate. Even though the challenges are huge and pressing, advances in artificial intelligence and green technologies provide us with the unprecedented opportunities to embark on a green revolution at a rate never seen before. We have the solutions to make it easier, faster and cheaper for organizations to create a sustainable business strategic plan, automatically measure their carbon footprints, report on their carbon reductions and trade verified carbon reduction tokens. Using a mixture of strategic sustainability planning and software automation, it is easier than ever to achieve NetZero on time and in budget. In partnership with Earthood, CarbonLnk can help companies understand, follow and design their strategic plan. The following international standards are applied to ensure that any further data collections and measurement meet the requirement of quality set by international verifiers and carbon markets. We recommend companies to follow the following step-by-step approach and provide consultancy to support them on the journey. Firstly: set your company's strategic direction we help you Understand Market Drivers for aligning business model to Economic and Social Goals & Decarbonization. Secondly, Map De-Carbonization Steps in and out of your value chain. Thirdly, we help you Set Net Zero standards following the international recognized Science based targets, finally we create with you a detailed Net Zero road map. Using our Artificial Intelligent powered SaaS platform and a real-time live data feed from your energy sources, we can build your company's energy profile and understand patterns. we can Calculate baseline GHG emissions and forecasted emissions growth over 5 years, calculate cost of green energy alternative and impact on GHG reduction and finally Calculate Return on investment of various green energy solutions. CarbonLnk is an AI-powered Energy & Sustainability Intelligence Platform. It provides end-to-end data analytics solutions across the energy supply chain, upstream and downstream, allowing you to track in real time your energy consumption and monitor energy performance. In the short term, it allows you to make immediate savings on your energy bills by optimizing your operations and reducing energy waste. in the long term, it allows you to make wise and impactful investments in renewable energy driven by accurate data. CarbonLnk provides real-time accurate analytics to granular details, enabling transparent carbon accounting for GHG emissions for Scope 1 to 3, ensuring compliance with GHG reporting regulations. For an affordable subscription price, the carbon accounting process is fully automated as there is no need to input data manually. CarbonLnk is Accurate and secure, there are no possibility to temper with the data because of its time stamp. The return on investment is immediate because of the savings realized on energy and carbon accounting costs. Long term it can generate a stead revenue stream from carbon credits as it maximizes the use of carbon markets. Finally, it will prevent heavy fines from failed compliance to government regulations such as the Climate change Act 2008 and UK’s Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting. The combined approach of a strong strategic plan you can have confidence in and real hard data that is accurate and verifiable will give an indisputable competitive advantage when it comes to preparing for regulatory obligations and making the most of carbon markets opportunities of the future.

The European Union (EU) recently announced new legislation requiring member countries to phase out the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035. This means that by 2035, all new cars sold in the EU must be zero-emissions vehicles (ZEVs), such as electric, hydrogen fuel cell, or hybrid vehicles. This law is a crucial step in reducing the EU's carbon emissions and combating climate change. Environmental Impact Petrol cars have a huge impact on the environment. Petrol and diesel cars produce harmful greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming, air pollution, and other environmental problems. According to the International Energy Agency, the transportation sector is responsible for 24% of global energy-related CO2 emissions, with road transport accounting for more than half of that. By phasing out petrol cars, we can significantly reduce these emissions and move towards a more sustainable future. Cost Savings Customers can make significant cost savings they can make by phasing out petrol cars. Zero-emissions vehicles are generally more expensive to purchase than traditional petrol and diesel cars. However, this cost is offset by the savings on fuel and maintenance costs. ZEVs have lower operating costs than traditional cars, and electricity is cheaper than petrol or diesel. Additionally, electric cars have fewer moving parts and require less maintenance, resulting in lower repair costs. Combining Green solutions such as solar panels or wind turbines with hydrogen fuel cells batteries and electric vehicles can reduce costs and emissions close to Zero. Improved Air Quality Phasing out petrol cars by 2035 will also lead to improved air quality, particularly in urban areas. Air pollution is a major problem in many cities around the world, and petrol and diesel cars are significant contributors to this. According to the World Health Organization, air pollution is responsible for around 4.2 million premature deaths worldwide each year. By switching to zero-emissions vehicles, we can significantly reduce air pollution and improve public health. Innovation and Job Creation Finally, phasing out petrol cars by 2035 will lead to innovation and job creation. The shift towards zero-emissions vehicles will require significant investments in infrastructure, including charging stations and renewable energy sources. This investment will lead to job creation in the renewable energy and electric vehicle industries. Additionally, the shift towards ZEVs will require innovation in battery technology, electric motors, and other related technologies, leading to further job creation and economic growth. In conclusion, customer have the power through their choices of leading the transition towards zero-emissions vehicles which is crucial in combating climate change and creating a sustainable future.

The Government is unveiling an ambitious decarbonisation solution which will have many ramifications for the better. LnkTechnologies has cheap and effective solutions for home energy management with CarbonLnk Homes. homeowners can save hundreds of pounds a year and received grants from the government to cover installation costs This couldn’t come at a better now. The time to act is now https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/uk-to-impose-green-tax-on-imports-from-polluting-factories-8xgf6n

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Our Article on Sustainability today has come live in the March edition Gathered from around the world, entrepreneurs, thinkers, investors made this London Technology climate show a resounding success. Proudly showcasing the innovations fronting the climatetech revolution, they reminded us that reducing carbon emissions is a partner’s play. LnkIT recently embarked on the climate tech journey, after decades spent in cloud architecture and systems engineering. They were here to launch CarbonLnk, their first carbon and energy monitoring intelligent platform. It automates the difficult process of calculating ESGs across the value chain and displays data in a simple and easy way. Aimed at the manufacturing, distribution or transport industries, the software captures accurately, in real time data from plants, buildings, or vehicles and securely via Carbon time lock for accountability. Its smart energy monitoring tool saves companies on energy costs. The innovation is in the smart AI function which creates energy profiles, energy loss heat maps, suggests energy savings strategy and calculates ROI of Green technology investments. With partners such as Earthood, the world’s leading carbon auditor, UN certified and Teeside University, a leading digital transformation and Climate technology research centre, they aim to develop groundbreaking energy solutions such as HydroGen, an on-demand hydrogen producing kit for combustion engines currently in development. https://www.businessandindustrytoday.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/443.pdf