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CISL: In an age of turbulence, we need bold sustainability leadership
…provide public goods needed for a dignified life as well as low-carbon, nature-positive economic growth need massive investment if they are to be fit for future purpose. Energy, water, food…
Why the UK’s net-zero and levelling up visions are linked – and key to winning the general election
…Growth is measured by the percentage of the local economy accounted for by low-carbon sectors such as renewable energy, energy storage and EVs. Green finance and sustainable waste management firms…
Growing profits and boosting reputation: Are boards finally starting to become sustainability champions?
…A similar survey from law firm Ashurst, which covered 2,000+ managers in charge of energy-related decision-making at businesses, found that three-quarters faced pressure from their boards to accelerate decarbonisation. They…
UK cautioned against betting big on BECCS as Drax faces fresh deforestation accusations
…that forest-grown wood shouldn’t be counted as a source of renewable energy under the EU’s 2018 Renewable Energy Directive (RED) II. Environmental groups are now seeking to take the UK…
Aldi turns to AI to track flexible plastics recycling
…technically qualified to handle the material. This finding prompted the supermarkets to audit the firm, Eurokey. Related news: Circular economy could save $100bn on annual waste management costs, says UN…
Four top tips to build resilient, sustainable supply chains
…a premium, covering fruit costs and boosting workers’ wages, supporting their livelihoods and essential needs like food, housing, education and healthcare. Additionally, part of the premium helps environmental initiatives, assisting…
The gender green jobs gap: How we can support a gender-balanced response to the climate crisis
…to support me with childcare costs, which enabled me to work full time again and dramatically accelerate my career progress. This flexibility was transformative for me. Confidence is another area…
From flooding to wildfires: Why 2024’s elections will make or break Europe’s climate adaptation policies
…other and intensifying threats to human health, food security, energy security and water supply. European nations are being called upon to integrate their commitments to protect and restore nature, made…
UK confirms delay to heat pump manufacturing mandates
…for Energy Security and Net-Zero (DESNZ) today, less than a week after Energy Efficiency Minister Lord Callanan confirmed in a more subdued way that the policy would not be axed….
England’s farmers to get paid more for tree planting
…the EU in recent weeks, calling for fairer payments in an increasingly challenging economic environment. The sector has faced challenges in recent months including hikes in energy and fertilizer costs,…
‘Seize this chance’: Supermarkets press UK Government for mandatory food waste reporting
…waste costs the UK economy almost £22bn each year. Signatories of the letter include Aldi UK, Cook, Danone, Gousto, innocent Drinks, Lidl, Nestle, Ocado, Oddbox, Princes, Quorn, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, the…
MPs press UK Government for Land Use Framework
…the dwindling financial stability of their businesses, including high fuel and fertilizer costs since the Russia-Ukraine war began. Some also see top-down environmental targets as red tape that could incentivise…
The Business Guide to Water Efficiency
…in the context of corporate sustainability, and – crucially – how can businesses reduce water use and increase efficiencies in ways which cut costs and carbon? edie’s Business Guide to…
edie publishes new business guide to water efficiency
…which cut costs and carbon? edie’s Business Guide to Water Efficiency, produced in association with Waterscan, provides a much-needed breakdown of how organisations can embed water efficiency into their sustainability…
Political instability undermining sustainable business investments in UK, survey finds
These are some of the headline findings of the most recent edition of edie’s Sustainable Business Tracker – a quarterly survey polling sustainability professionals and energy managers to track their…
PepsiCo achieves water efficiency target two years ahead of deadline
…in ways which cut costs and carbon? edie’s new Business Guide to Water Efficiency, produced in association with Waterscan, provides a much-needed breakdown of how organisations can embed water efficiency…
‘Just Transition’: Farmers press Defra to boost budget for green schemes
…half a percent of the UK’s annual public spending – was set aside for UK farming subsidies last year. This drop in budget has been compounded by rising costs for…
Activists or accountants?: Are sustainability professionals stuck in reporting mode?
…rather than chasing their tails trying to deliver on compliance for minimum costs and having a very short runway to be able to meet standards. But this can unlock value…
Tesco and NatWest launch discounted sustainable finance scheme for farmers
…presenting a barrier to adoption. Tesco Group’s chief commercial officer Ashwin Prasad said: “We know a lot of our farmers are looking at ways to reduce costs on farm and…
There’s no net-zero without SMEs – but they need more support
…that the energy transition is a way to cut costs and a good return on investment. It also creates significant opportunities for companies to differentiate themselves from competitors, improving their…
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