It is widely recognized that humanitarian operations can have significant negative environmental impacts. Due to the urgency of crises, the unpredictability of the sector, and the often harsh operating conditions, the humanitarian response tends to rely on quick and simple solutions, which frequently involve fossil-based products and single-use items. The...
Vietnam Red Cross Society successfully launched Comprehensive Waste Management Campaign in Thai Nguyen province, Vietnam
On March 18 and 19, the WORM Local Awareness Campaign took place at Dinh Hoa Secondary School and Kim Phuong Primary School in Thai Nguyen Province in Vietnam! Throughout the "Raising Community Awareness on Waste Management" campaign, over 900 participants, including teachers and students were engaged in promoting community action...
Supply Market Intelligence to tackle the sustainable procurement challenges in humanitarian operations
In humanitarian operations, the 'do no harm' principle—which emphasizes the need to avoid unintentionally harming local economies or exacerbating vulnerabilities—now extends to environmental sustainability. As a result, bio-based and biodegradable materials are becoming an essential consideration in humanitarian procurement. However, while this market is expanding rapidly, integrating these materials into...