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Sustainability by Morena is a platform dedicated to exploring the intersection of sustainability, business, and personal growth. Through reflections, academic insights, and real-world experiences, I am sharing my journey toward building a more regenerative and equitable future. From climate strategy and green innovation to life as a global learner, this blog invites readers to rethink systems, embrace change, and take meaningful steps toward sustainability.

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From Waste to Value: What I Learned at LIPOR, Portugal’s Sustainability Pioneer

- July 29, 2025

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A Lesson from Walmart + A Little Update from Me

- July 23, 2025

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Measuring What Matters: Why Sustainability Reporting Is More Than Just a Checkbox

- July 18, 2025

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Why I’m Buying Fewer Clothes Now

- July 17, 2025

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Dutch Companies Are Pulling Back on Sustainability

- July 16, 2025

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Jobs in Sustainability: Where Passion Meets Purpose

- July 15, 2025

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Fossil Fuels 101: Where Do We Find Them and How Do We Use Them?

- July 14, 2025

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Tree Planting to Fight Climate Change? Here's Why It's Not That Simple

- July 14, 2025

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Exploring the Future of ESG: Emerging Trends and the Next Frontier

- July 10, 2025

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Navigating ESG Implementation Challenges: From Strategy to Action

- July 10, 2025

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The Difference a Teacher Makes in Online Learning: Why Some Excel and Others Struggle

- July 09, 2025

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Beyond Financial Capital: The Five Capitals Framework for Holistic Sustainability

- July 09, 2025

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Building Resilient Futures: Integrating Sustainable Supply Chain Practices

- July 09, 2025

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Beyond Shareholders: Who are Your Stakeholders?

- July 09, 2025

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Unmasking Greenwashing: How to Identify and Combat Misleading Sustainability Claims

- July 08, 2025

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Why Climate Pride Matters: Beyond a March, It’s a Movement

- July 08, 2025

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