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Is a Digital Transformation Complete Without Including Sustainability Strategies? Elif Atak // 29.07.2024 In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, two of the most compelling forces driving change are digital transformation and sustainability. These seemingly distinct concepts are increasingly interwoven, creating synergies that not only enhance operational efficiency but also foster a sustainable future. Digital Transformation is

What is Doughnut Economics? Nilgün Aytekin // 22.07.2024 Doughnut Economics is an alternative economic model developed by economist Kate Raworth in 2017 as detailed in her book “Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st-Century Economist.” This model emphasizes that economic activities should be conducted sustainably within both social and environmental boundaries. It derives

Applications of Life Cycle Assessment Nilgün Aytekin // 20.07.2024 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is an important instrument used for many purposes throughout the green transition. From raw material extraction to disposal, LCA provides insights into product-related environmental impacts, identifies improvement areas and supports decision-making in various sectors. Here are some key applications of LCA: Environmental

Water Scarcity in Turkey and Increasing Risks Due to Climate Crisis Nilgün Aytekin // 15.07.2024 As we all come to realize the critical importance of water during these summer days, it is indeed concerning to note the scientific data indicating that a significant portion of Turkey is currently experiencing “extraordinary drought.” Turkey is among the

Is it possible to make a profit while prioritizing human and environmental considerations? Elif Öztürk // 02.07.2024 Prioritizing both profit and the well-being of people and the environment is increasingly important in today’s business world. Traditional business models often aim to maximize profit, sometimes overlooking their environmental and social impacts. However, aligned with principles of

Life Cycle Assessment Methodology Nilgün Aytekin // 30.06.2024 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology encompasses several key stages that help in quantifying and assessing environmental impacts. Goal and Scope Definition: The first step in conducting an LCA is defining the goal and scope of the assessment. This involves determining the purpose of the study, the boundaries

Are Fatal Workplace Accidents Turkey’s Key Barrier to Sustainable Development Goals? Zeynep Thomas // 20.06.2024 The United Nations aims to achieve sustainable environmental, economic, and social development by 2030 through 17 interconnected Sustainable Development Goals, targeting key global issues that also affect Turkey and other countries. SDG 8 focuses on decent work and economic growth,

What is Life Cycle Assessment? A Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is defined as a systematic method for evaluating the potential environmental impacts associated with products or services throughout their entire life cycle. During a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), you evaluate the potential environmental impacts across all stages of a product’s or service’s life cycle, including

An Inspirational Interview with Artist Damla Yalçın Nilgün Aytekin // 17.06.2024 This week’s blog post features a guest who is a dear friend and a multi-talented individual. After completing her art education, she made significant contributions to the sustainability practices in the textile industry through her research and master’s thesis on ‘The Role of Biotextiles

EU’s Commitment to Sustainable Textile Production Nilgün Aytekin // 10.06.2024 Textile waste has become a serious environmental and economic issue today. The global textile industry produces approximately 100 million tons of textiles annually. Market data shows that only about 20% of this production is recyclable. However, in reality, textile waste recycling is quite low, and