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Wednesday, 14 June 2023

Creating a greener and more sustainable US economy

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June 14th 2023
Perspectives
Inform your discussions and decisions this week: last month, Economist Impact brought together changemakers, innovators and thought-leaders for our 3rd annual Sustainability Week US.

Against this backdrop, read our interview with assistant secretary-general and CEO of United Nations Global Compact, Sanda Ojiambo and explore five top takeaways from the event. You can also learn how new regulation may prevent serious illness caused by polluted drinking water and assess whether the Inflation Reduction Act is enough to spur a "green revolution" in the US.

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Discover what needs to happen for companies to meet the Sustainable Development Goals by the 2030 deadline. The Sustainability Project sat down with Sanda Ojiambo, assistant secretary-general and CEO of United Nations Global Compact, at Sustainability Week US.
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Sustainability | article
The US EPA steps up the fight on drinking water pollution
Understand the significance of the Environmental Protection Agency's latest proposal. Assess what lies ahead with Sarah Doll, national director for Safer States.
Discover here ➔
Sustainability | event dispatch
Top takeaways from Sustainability Week US
Are new green markets at a tipping point as a result of President Joe Biden's policy and investment push? Read our top takeaways from Washington DC.
Catch up now ➔
Sustainability | article
Could a green industrial revolution spark an American renaissance?
Assess whether the Inflation Reduction Act will enable the country to reach its near-term emission target.
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Globalisation | barometer
The future of air travel in the US
Our barometer tracks the sentiments of air-travel executives and passengers. Explore the special section on sustainable air travel in last quarter's edition.
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