Nikhil Krishnan

Decarbonization and emission reduction are vital to avoid a climate catastrophe. While the recent COP27 conference closed an important deal on loss and damage fund, it failed to establish a way forward for decarbonization. The conference reflected a general shift from focusing on mitigating climate change towards focusing on living with extreme climate conditions. It …

COP27 failed to pave way for decarbonization. But hope is not lost yet. Read More »

The ongoing climate change is already making a noticeable impact on our daily lives. Along with governmental actors and financial institutions, businesses have been preparing to address climate change issues. When creating a sustainability strategy to address this issue, businesses may come across two different terms: climate change adaptation and mitigation. There are two aspects …

Climate change Adaptation or Mitigation? What should businesses focus on? Read More »

Climate change is already taking place. So is climate anxiety among people. What is climate anxiety? Climate anxiety (or eco-anxiety) arises from worrying about climate change and its effects on our daily lives. It affects our mental health and could lead to depression, difficulty in concentrating, increased stress levels or behavioral disorders. It could be …

Climate anxiety is affecting businesses. But it can be overcome with action. Read More »

Green skills are defined as “the knowledge, abilities, values and attitudes needed to live in, develop and support a sustainable and resource-efficient society”. [1] [2] In business context, these are essentially any skills that contribute towards creating products or services which have positive Environmental impact. Transition to Green economy for a low carbon future is …

What are Green skills? Do you already have them? Read More »

In the 21st century, discussion surrounding diversity & inclusion (D&I) has become more prevalent in the world of business. Every year, studies and research only seem to strengthen the business case for diversity & inclusion. As per McKinsey & Company’s notable reports Diversity Matters (2015), Delivering through Diversity (2018) and Diversity Still Matters (2020), diversity …

Diversity & Inclusion are not buzzwords. They are the missing link to sustainability. Read More »

In 1980, Nobel Laureate and economist Milton Friedman championed global free markets as fostering “productive efficiency, harmony and peace among the peoples of the world” [1]. He made this statement while explaining how people and organizations from multiple countries cooperate in manufacturing of a pencil. Since then, the world has come a long way having …

Can global supply chains continue to thrive? Read More »

Today is Earth Day and this year’s theme is ‘invest in our planet’. On this day, it is impossible to ignore the latest review on climate change issued by IPCC – the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change which consists of world’s leading climate scientists. Essentially, it is a final warning that it is now …

Earth Day 2022: How can businesses invest in the planet? Read More »

This week, we celebrate the 104th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia.While Estonia is a small country with a population of about 1.3 million, it is a country with big innovative ideas. It has already made a name for itself as the world’s first digital society and as the silicon valley of Europe. Notable international …

Estonia brings more to the world besides Digital Innovation Read More »

Europe in particular is experiencing a difficult situation in the current global energy crisis. EU has seen an unprecedented rise in energy prices with benchmark European natural gas prices sharply climbing by nearly 400% in 2021. [i] As of January 2022, energy costs in EU are 54% higher than 2020 levels. [ii] This winter, households …

EU is deep in energy crisis. Is there a way out? Read More »

Horizon has been awarded Contributor of the Year 2021 by Harju County Entrepreneurship and Development Center. Harjumaa Government Associations are the co-organizers of the award. The award is given to an organization that contributes to economic development and local community of Harjumaa through its inspiring activities.