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Scaling Social Business for Environmental Impact | Field Insights from Bangladesh

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At Yunus Environment Hub (YEH), we see social business as a dynamic and impactful way to tackle environmental challenges. As a global organization, we address critical issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution by developing innovative solutions that drive lasting change. Our work spans diverse areas, from advancing circular economy initiatives and waste management strategies to fostering social business models that create meaningful impact.

Scaling Reuse Models: A Partnership Between Yunus Environment Hub & Algramo

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Yunus Environment Hub and Algramo have joined forces to drive the adoption and expansion of reuse models worldwide. With support from the Röchling Foundation, this collaboration will establish the first open-source global resource platform, equipping entrepreneurs and organizations with essential digital tools and knowledge to kickstart their reuse initiatives. By scaling reuse models, we aim to reduce single-use packaging and divert plastic waste from landfills.

Key insights from the SINA Final Report on how social innovations drive sustainability, circular economy, and systemic change in Germany

Transforming Germany’s Future: Unveiling the SINA Final Report on Social Innovations

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After three years of intensive research and collaboration, we are pleased to present the SINA Final Report. SINA “Soziale Innovationen für Nachhaltigkeit“ (Social Innovations for Sustainability in English) was commissioned by the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety, and Consumer Protection (BMUV) and implemented by Yunus Environment Hub explored how social innovations can drive transformative solutions for Germany’s environmental and sustainability goals.  

€2 Million Boost for Social Business: Driving Circular Economy Solutions in Germany

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In a significant development for Germany’s social economy, Yunus Environment Hub (YEH) has secured €2 million in funding from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) and the European Union’s European Social Fund. This funding, awarded through the program “Nachhaltig wirken – Förderung des gemeinwohlorientierten Unternehmertums”, aims to accelerate the growth …

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Advancing a Just Transition for the Global Plastics Treaty

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Social inclusion is necessary for economic just transition, along the full plastics value chain, to create a circular economy. Yunus Environment Hub, GIZ, IUCN and IUCN WCEL have created a short 2-page resource document, with a strong call to action, to highlight key points as the world moves into the final Intergovernmental Negotiations Committee meeting …

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Biodiversity Conservation in Our Neighbourhood: Human-based Solution to Address Nature Crisis

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In our rapidly changing world, biodiversity conservation has become an urgent priority as human actions impact our planet’s ecosystems. From deforestation and habitat destruction to pollution and over-exploitation of natural resources, these actions are driving biodiversity loss at an alarming rate. At Yunus Environment Hub, we recognise that addressing the triple planetary crisis facing our …

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Circular, Social Business models to combat plastic pollution

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Discussions around the transition from linear to circular business models are becoming more present as a concrete way for businesses to support climate action. Especially when it comes to plastic waste, a shift  in business models is essential, with much work still needed to design out unnecessary waste in the first place. From circular supply …

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