Tag: corporate sustainability
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Big Tech, Big Promises, Bigger Emissions: The Truth About Corporate Climate Claims
Corporate climate pledges often lack sincerity and effectiveness, revealing a gap between ambitious promises and actual progress. Major companies are criticised for relying on offsets and creative accounting rather than genuine emissions reduction. The need for transparent, transition-specific targets is paramount, as reputational risks increasingly translate to legal consequences in the climate crisis.
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A New Era: Renewables Surpass Coal in Global Electricity Generation
For the first time, renewable electricity generation is expected to surpass coal, marking a significant transformation in the global energy landscape. This shift, driven by economic and technological advancements, emphasises the importance of clean energy sources, while also highlighting the need for improved grid flexibility and energy independence.
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Solar + Storage Can Power the World Day and Night – And It’s Profitable
This post highlights significant advancements in solar energy, particularly the ability to provide continuous, affordable electricity using solar panels and battery storage. Recent technological developments and cost reductions make 24/7 solar electricity feasible in various regions, transforming energy supply dynamics. However, outdated policies and perceptions remain barriers to widespread adoption.
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How the Energy Transition Will Reshape Business: Opportunities, Risks, and Regulations
The conversation around energy is at a crucial inflection point, driven by a potent mix of geopolitics, technological innovation, and public awareness of climate issues. As we face challenges ranging from escalating conflict in the Middle East to the pressures of climate change, the energy transition—our collective move from fossil fuel reliance to clean, sustainable…
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How Climate Week Outcomes Are Shaping Corporate Sustainability Strategies
Climate Week in New York has become a crucial platform for collaboration among business leaders, policymakers, and NGOs to address climate change. As discussed with Jim Sullivan from SAP, the event fosters partnerships, drives commitments to reduce emissions, and emphasizes the need for standardized sustainability reporting and the role of technology, particularly AI, in improving…
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Sustainability as Strategy: Leveraging Environmental Goals for Competitive Advantage
In an era where environmental concerns are increasingly becoming front and centre for businesses globally, the strategic importance of sustainability cannot be overstated. The conversation around sustainability has evolved from being primarily a discourse on corporate social responsibility to a critical business imperative. This shift is underpinned by the growing recognition of the need to…
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From Pickaxes to Pixels: The New Era of Digital Mining
The digital transformation of commodity supply chains is contributing to increased efficiency, transparency, and sustainability. Traditional models face challenges such as inefficiency and a lack of transparency. The merger of MineHub and Waybridge exemplifies this shift, enhancing trade management. Additionally, it has far-reaching implications beyond process automation, including boosting earnings and enhancing sustainability. Overcoming resistance…