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COP: United Nations in the fight against climate change
Each year, the United Nations organizes the COP, a global platform where countries assess progress and agree on new actions to tackle climate change.

Javier Trespalacios
Nov 55 min read


A decade of SDGs: An urgent balance between achievements and the need to accelerate action
After ten years, the SDGs show only partial progress. The UN warns that only 17% of the targets are advancing and calls for stronger global action.

Javier Trespalacios
Sep 245 min read


Samsø: When a community shapes its own energy future
The Danish island of Samsø demonstrates how a community of 4,000 inhabitants achieved 100% renewable energy self-sufficiency through citizen participation.

Javier Trespalacios
Sep 166 min read


Sustainable Development: A guide to understanding and applying It
Sustainable development guides political, economic, and social decisions, ensuring a just and balanced future for all future generations.

Javier Trespalacios
Aug 304 min read


Urban flea markets: Sustainability in action, the Petersplatz case in Basel
Flea markets like Petersplatz promote local development and sustainability by supporting the circular economy, social cohesion, and responsible consumption.

Javier Trespalacios
Jul 274 min read


The Meaning of Colors and Icons of the Sustainable Development Goals - SDGs
The visual language of the Sustainable Development Goals SDGs uses vibrant colors and simple icons to support local and global campaigns, conveying ideas and actions

Javier Trespalacios
May 287 min read


Woodstogg in Basel: Timber Architecture and Urban Sustainability
In Basel, Woodstogg is a timber building that responds efficiently and sustainably to urban challenges.

Javier Trespalacios
May 117 min read


The power of helping: Donations that transform education in Santa Ana
In Santa Ana, rural education is being strengthened through donations that improve educational quality and open paths toward a promising future.

Javier Trespalacios
Jun 3, 20246 min read


Cities with sustainable blood: pleasure with urban sense
Sustainable cities are an urban planning model integrating economy, environmental balance, and social well‑being to improve the quality of life of their residents.

Javier Trespalacios
May 29, 202312 min read


Us and the ukrainians
Solidarity in Basel is shown through daily support for Ukrainians forced to flee their homes due to the war, showing how a community stands by them.

Javier Trespalacios
Apr 13, 20223 min read


Ecodistricts or Sustainable Neighborhoods
Ecodistrict or sustainable neighborhoods promote responsible urban development, integrating social, economic, and environmental well-being

Javier Trespalacios
Apr 12, 20216 min read


Plastic revaluation in sustainable businesses
The revaluation of plastic drives sustainable businesses by reducing waste and promoting the circular economy across various industrial sectors. Suforall

Javier Trespalacios
May 30, 202012 min read


50 Million
In February 2020, Colombia surpassed 50 million inhabitants. This historic milestone raises a key question: what challenges will they face in the future?

Javier Trespalacios
Feb 18, 20205 min read


When the planet set limits for us: The origin of sustainable development
Sustainable development evolved by integrating economy, ecology and society, consolidating itself as a key solution to the planet's limits and challenges.

Javier Trespalacios
Jan 17, 202016 min read


Sustainable development expert Javier Trespalacios, from Switzerland
Sustainable development expert Javier Trespalacios from Switzerland engaged with enthusiastic apprentices participating in the international congress.

Javier Trespalacios
Nov 1, 20192 min read


Ungersheim: A model of sustainable community transformation
Ungersheim, a model of sustainable transformation led by its residents, shines through community initiatives, renewable energy, and shared agriculture practices.

Javier Trespalacios
Oct 8, 201916 min read


Agenda 21 and the MDGs: Three Decades of Sustainable Development 1987-2015
Evolution of sustainable development: key milestones, documents, and actors from its institutionalization in 1987 to the evaluation of the MDGs in 2015.

Javier Trespalacios
Sep 13, 201917 min read


Edward Glaeser: Urban knowledge as a driver of innovation and sustainability
Edward Glaeser argues that human capital drives urban development, while proximity in cities stimulates innovation and broader economic growth overall.

Javier Trespalacios
Jul 15, 20197 min read


From intention to action: The Fogg model for driving sustainability
The BJ Fogg model shows that sustainable behavior occurs only when motivation, ability, and a trigger coincide to make the action fully possible.

Javier Trespalacios
Jul 4, 201912 min read


Between intention and action: Why acting sustainably is difficult
The lack of sustainable actions persists due to psychological, cognitive, and social barriers that prevent concern from being translated into action.

Javier Trespalacios
Jun 14, 20197 min read
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