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Critical insights for the C suite- the need to know trends and topics in an easy to digest format.

Rosebank oil and gas field approved despite claims that burning its oil and gas could release the same annual emissions as 90 countries
October 12, 2023
Rosebank oil and gas field approved despite claims that burning its oil and gas could release the same annual emissions as 90 countries
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ZCA looks at how recent UK government policy shifts could impact various sustainability and environmental initiatives that have been reported in our insights
October 10, 2023
ZCA looks at how recent UK government policy shifts could impact various sustainability and environmental initiatives that have been reported in our insights
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The leaders of the largest economies in the world have approved initiatives to treble the amount of renewable energy produced by 2030 but have failed to agree on a pledge to phase out fossil fuels.
October 3, 2023
The leaders of the largest economies in the world have approved initiatives to treble the amount of renewable energy produced by 2030 but have failed to agree on a pledge to phase out fossil fuels.
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4 out of 5 UK business leaders say that the on-going energy crisis has hindered their ability to meet decarbonisation targets
September 27, 2023
4 out of 5 UK business leaders say that the on-going energy crisis has hindered their ability to meet decarbonisation targets
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Sustainable Biomass for Britain: The 2023 Biomass Strategy reinforces a dedication to the energy source across power, heat and transport
September 26, 2023
Sustainable Biomass for Britain: The 2023 Biomass Strategy reinforces a dedication to the energy source across power, heat and transport
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Africa Climate Summit 2023 kicks off in Nairobi, centring on green growth and climate finance
September 21, 2023
Africa Climate Summit 2023 kicks off in Nairobi, centring on green growth and climate finance
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Finance
UK government softens net zero stance: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces ‘a new approach’ to climate change
September 20, 2023
UK government softens net zero stance: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces ‘a new approach’ to climate change
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The exponential roadmap initiative’s new greening cash action guide gives actionable steps for organisations but where else can pressure come from to reduce banks’ investments in climate-harming activities
September 20, 2023
The exponential roadmap initiative’s new greening cash action guide gives actionable steps for organisations but where else can pressure come from to reduce banks’ investments in climate-harming activities
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Finance
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Australia’s engineering skills shortage is having ramifications on its renewable energy plans
September 19, 2023
Australia’s engineering skills shortage is having ramifications on its renewable energy plans
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New peer-reviewed research finds that carbon offsets aren’t what they claim
September 14, 2023
New peer-reviewed research finds that carbon offsets aren’t what they claim
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Innovation
Operations
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EU fossil fuel use tumbles to record low as the first half of 2023 sees a 17% decrease
September 12, 2023
EU fossil fuel use tumbles to record low as the first half of 2023 sees a 17% decrease
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Court cases and referendum votes against extractivism: under-represented groups have had recent wins in the battle against climate change
September 8, 2023
Court cases and referendum votes against extractivism: under-represented groups have had recent wins in the battle against climate change
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Circularity in cities: the case of Zurich
September 6, 2023
Circularity in cities: the case of Zurich
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The German government successfully allocated €212 billion to climate action between 2024 and 2027, but is an unwillingness to find political compromise holding them back?
September 5, 2023
The German government successfully allocated €212 billion to climate action between 2024 and 2027, but is an unwillingness to find political compromise holding them back?
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Finance
What next for sustainable cotton? New ranking highlights lack of commitment from brands over certified sourcing.
August 31, 2023
What next for sustainable cotton? New ranking highlights lack of commitment from brands over certified sourcing.
News
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Second-hand electric vehicles could save you money whilst driving down carbon emissions
August 29, 2023
Second-hand electric vehicles could save you money whilst driving down carbon emissions
Operations
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As SMEs struggle with resource restraints and knowledge gaps in their pursuit of net zero, the UK government announces a new UK business climate hub
August 24, 2023
As SMEs struggle with resource restraints and knowledge gaps in their pursuit of net zero, the UK government announces a new UK business climate hub
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News
New report exposes fashion brands’ take-back schemes: how can the industry deal with its vast waste problem?
August 23, 2023
New report exposes fashion brands’ take-back schemes: how can the industry deal with its vast waste problem?
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Energy industry leaders warn that supply chain pressures and green skills shortages could hamper the renewable energy transition
August 18, 2023
Energy industry leaders warn that supply chain pressures and green skills shortages could hamper the renewable energy transition
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Marketing experts feel unprepared to meet the need to advertise green credentials
August 17, 2023
Marketing experts feel unprepared to meet the need to advertise green credentials
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To densify or to not densify, that is the question
August 11, 2023
To densify or to not densify, that is the question
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News
A plethora of evidence supports the idea that nature can lead to better health; for business, investing in nature could not only help the planet but also those that live on it
August 10, 2023
A plethora of evidence supports the idea that nature can lead to better health; for business, investing in nature could not only help the planet but also those that live on it
Business & Policy
Where is the new built environment workforce? Examining the Skills for a Sustainable Skyline Taskforce’s new report on the built environment
August 9, 2023
Where is the new built environment workforce? Examining the Skills for a Sustainable Skyline Taskforce’s new report on the built environment
Business & Policy
Innovation
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Operations
Plans for hydrogen village trial fail in Whitby- How did we get to this point?
August 9, 2023
Plans for hydrogen village trial fail in Whitby- How did we get to this point?
Business & Policy
Innovation
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A gap in corporate spending on net zero and how regulation can save the day: examining Fidelity’s 2023 ESG Analyst Survey
August 4, 2023
A gap in corporate spending on net zero and how regulation can save the day: examining Fidelity’s 2023 ESG Analyst Survey
Business & Policy
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The Drivers for Visibility and Traceability in the Fashion Industry: Illuminating the Road Ahead
August 3, 2023
The Drivers for Visibility and Traceability in the Fashion Industry: Illuminating the Road Ahead
Innovation
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As online retailer Ocado pilots digital deposit schemes, why are these being heralded as a ‘game-changer’ in driving recycling?
August 2, 2023
As online retailer Ocado pilots digital deposit schemes, why are these being heralded as a ‘game-changer’ in driving recycling?
Innovation
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Operations
EU passes landmark legislation to help tackle the loss of biodiversity
August 1, 2023
EU passes landmark legislation to help tackle the loss of biodiversity
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The US says ‘no’ to climate reparations despite COP27 agreement
July 27, 2023
The US says ‘no’ to climate reparations despite COP27 agreement
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15-minute cities: a planning vision that has everybody talking
July 26, 2023
15-minute cities: a planning vision that has everybody talking
Innovation
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84% of European consumers now say that they check recycling instructions before buying a product. Are global warming fears influencing purchasing habits?
July 25, 2023
84% of European consumers now say that they check recycling instructions before buying a product. Are global warming fears influencing purchasing habits?
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The International Maritime Organisation oversaw a revised deal on decarbonisation in shipping, but critics feel it is not moving fast enough
July 21, 2023
The International Maritime Organisation oversaw a revised deal on decarbonisation in shipping, but critics feel it is not moving fast enough
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An explosion of climate litigation cases seen as greenwashing claims are on the rise
July 20, 2023
An explosion of climate litigation cases seen as greenwashing claims are on the rise
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Greenhushing, where companies downplay or fail to communicate their environmental credentials, could be as detrimental as greenwashing
July 11, 2023
Greenhushing, where companies downplay or fail to communicate their environmental credentials, could be as detrimental as greenwashing
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Operations
Responsible for a quarter of global emissions, the built environment sector could halve its greenhouse gas contributions by using existing technologies, according to new research
July 6, 2023
Responsible for a quarter of global emissions, the built environment sector could halve its greenhouse gas contributions by using existing technologies, according to new research
Innovation
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Short-term fears over profitability see business leaders reluctant to full-commit to sustainability, but is there really a trade-off between financial success and environmental policies?
June 28, 2023
Short-term fears over profitability see business leaders reluctant to full-commit to sustainability, but is there really a trade-off between financial success and environmental policies?
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As the climate crisis worsens, risks grow for insurers around the world
June 21, 2023
As the climate crisis worsens, risks grow for insurers around the world
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Finance
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All talk, no action: Net zero tracker reveals that many corporate targets lack credibility
June 20, 2023
All talk, no action: Net zero tracker reveals that many corporate targets lack credibility
Business & Policy
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Green skills gap: Sustainability Officers warn that a lack of climate talent risks hampering net zero aspirations
June 16, 2023
Green skills gap: Sustainability Officers warn that a lack of climate talent risks hampering net zero aspirations
Business & Policy
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Operations
As human impact upon nature reaches an all-time high new science-based targets for its protection are released to empower and support businesses
June 15, 2023
As human impact upon nature reaches an all-time high new science-based targets for its protection are released to empower and support businesses
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