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

A new initiative in marine shipping seeks to mobilise the collective power of the industry to provide demand signals that will accelerate innovation in zero-emission marine freight technologies
March 23, 2023
A new initiative in marine shipping seeks to mobilise the collective power of the industry to provide demand signals that will accelerate innovation in zero-emission marine freight technologies
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New construction projects account for 37% of energy and process-related carbon emissions. Would embracing adaptive reuse work for corporate enterprise?
March 20, 2023
New construction projects account for 37% of energy and process-related carbon emissions. Would embracing adaptive reuse work for corporate enterprise?
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Operations
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Paying for net zero: PWC study finds that almost 80% of major European companies are linking executive pay to ESG metrics
March 14, 2023
Paying for net zero: PWC study finds that almost 80% of major European companies are linking executive pay to ESG metrics
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UK property leaders eager to accelerate renewable energy deployment but fear current policy interventions are not sufficient to reach government net zero deadlines
March 9, 2023
UK property leaders eager to accelerate renewable energy deployment but fear current policy interventions are not sufficient to reach government net zero deadlines
Innovation
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Circular economy successes: leading UK supermarkets tackle food waste & tech retailer Currys promotes refurbished devices
March 3, 2023
Circular economy successes: leading UK supermarkets tackle food waste & tech retailer Currys promotes refurbished devices
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New initiative ‘Cleantech for UK’ launches backed by investors worth more than £6 billion
March 1, 2023
New initiative ‘Cleantech for UK’ launches backed by investors worth more than £6 billion
Business & Policy
Innovation
‘The cash isn’t there so we have to prioritise’: the Welsh government’s approach to transport infrastructure will be aimed at improving multi-modal transport beyond just private cars
February 28, 2023
‘The cash isn’t there so we have to prioritise’: the Welsh government’s approach to transport infrastructure will be aimed at improving multi-modal transport beyond just private cars
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The CCC’s ‘Investment for a well-adapted UK’ report makes a case for increased investment in adaptation; what role will private enterprise play?
February 17, 2023
The CCC’s ‘Investment for a well-adapted UK’ report makes a case for increased investment in adaptation; what role will private enterprise play?
Finance
Business & Policy
RE100: companies remain committed to renewables targets; however, ‘market challenges’ see some kicking the proverbial can further down the road
February 16, 2023
RE100: companies remain committed to renewables targets; however, ‘market challenges’ see some kicking the proverbial can further down the road
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Following a decade of exponential growth, the green bond market stalled in 2022 as tough economic conditions hampered issuance
February 14, 2023
Following a decade of exponential growth, the green bond market stalled in 2022 as tough economic conditions hampered issuance
Finance
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Rise of the climate quitters: 1 in 5 UK workers would turn down a job if a company’s ESG credentials were found to be poor
February 8, 2023
Rise of the climate quitters: 1 in 5 UK workers would turn down a job if a company’s ESG credentials were found to be poor
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EU set to crackdown on greenwashing: draft law proposes penalising companies that make false green claims
February 3, 2023
EU set to crackdown on greenwashing: draft law proposes penalising companies that make false green claims
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UK SMEs blame rising business costs as the greatest obstacle to increased sustainability in 2023, but those on the road to net zero say they are chasing more than financial benefits
January 31, 2023
UK SMEs blame rising business costs as the greatest obstacle to increased sustainability in 2023, but those on the road to net zero say they are chasing more than financial benefits
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UK government’s net zero review is a rich resource for those seeking the economic benefits of a net zero transition
January 25, 2023
UK government’s net zero review is a rich resource for those seeking the economic benefits of a net zero transition
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UK smart charging plans could save consumers £1,000 per year
January 24, 2023
UK smart charging plans could save consumers £1,000 per year
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Innovation
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ZCA’s top 5 net zero and sustainability trends from 2022
January 17, 2023
ZCA’s top 5 net zero and sustainability trends from 2022
Business & Policy
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In its simplest form, net zero wields wide support, but with more contention on the specifics of how to reach it, overcoming non-cooperation and division is vital
January 12, 2023
In its simplest form, net zero wields wide support, but with more contention on the specifics of how to reach it, overcoming non-cooperation and division is vital
Business & Policy
With new research finding that fewer than 1 in 4 UK consumers take ESG claims at face value, how can businesses address scepticism and get their message across?
January 10, 2023
With new research finding that fewer than 1 in 4 UK consumers take ESG claims at face value, how can businesses address scepticism and get their message across?
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ReSource Initiative: Are the world’s biggest brands meeting their plastics commitments?
December 22, 2022
ReSource Initiative: Are the world’s biggest brands meeting their plastics commitments?
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EU agrees on the world’s first carbon tariff targeting the importation of polluting goods
December 20, 2022
EU agrees on the world’s first carbon tariff targeting the importation of polluting goods
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The carbon footprint of the real estate sector, if not addressed, may expose it to economic risk- that is, according to industry bodies
December 16, 2022
The carbon footprint of the real estate sector, if not addressed, may expose it to economic risk- that is, according to industry bodies
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The Earthshot Prize: 5 award-winning innovations seeking to address the world’s toughest challenges
December 12, 2022
The Earthshot Prize: 5 award-winning innovations seeking to address the world’s toughest challenges
Business & Policy
Innovation
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UK government in energy efficiency drive to help combat rising fuel costs and cut electricity usage
December 5, 2022
UK government in energy efficiency drive to help combat rising fuel costs and cut electricity usage
Business & Policy
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Research finds that barriers preventing the implementation of energy efficiency measures are costing consumers and companies £3.1 billion per year
December 2, 2022
Research finds that barriers preventing the implementation of energy efficiency measures are costing consumers and companies £3.1 billion per year
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Business & Policy
Textiles industry at COP27: Leading fashion companies, including H&M and Stella McCartney, join initiative to reduce deforestation and emissions
November 23, 2022
Textiles industry at COP27: Leading fashion companies, including H&M and Stella McCartney, join initiative to reduce deforestation and emissions
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EY study finds large companies leading on sustainability action likely to exceed financial targets. Whilst separately, SMEs say they require more help from government to address their environmental challenges
November 16, 2022
EY study finds large companies leading on sustainability action likely to exceed financial targets. Whilst separately, SMEs say they require more help from government to address their environmental challenges
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The Sizewell C nuclear plant represents a fork in the road to net zero in the UK; division is rife on whether the project is the right step towards climate targets to 2030 and beyond
November 15, 2022
The Sizewell C nuclear plant represents a fork in the road to net zero in the UK; division is rife on whether the project is the right step towards climate targets to 2030 and beyond
Business & Policy
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Finance at COP 27: with investor group GFANZ ending its UN Race to Zero partnership ahead of the conference, what climate action is the finance industry promising at this year’s event?
November 14, 2022
Finance at COP 27: with investor group GFANZ ending its UN Race to Zero partnership ahead of the conference, what climate action is the finance industry promising at this year’s event?
Business & Policy
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The European retail sector contributes 40% of total EU emissions, but only 5% of these are in the direct control of wholesalers and retailers
November 8, 2022
The European retail sector contributes 40% of total EU emissions, but only 5% of these are in the direct control of wholesalers and retailers
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Cost of living crisis bites: with business activity stalling, SMEs plan staff energy efficiency training to cut costs
November 2, 2022
Cost of living crisis bites: with business activity stalling, SMEs plan staff energy efficiency training to cut costs
Business & Policy
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Energy executives fear UK will fail to meet its 2030 renewables capacity goals
October 25, 2022
Energy executives fear UK will fail to meet its 2030 renewables capacity goals
Business & Policy
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John Lewis Partnership wants to significantly reduce its impact on the environment, reveals its ‘plan for nature’
October 21, 2022
John Lewis Partnership wants to significantly reduce its impact on the environment, reveals its ‘plan for nature’
Business & Policy
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Employers neglecting green pensions: 70% of employees want their retirement fund invested sustainably, yet 1 in 5 employers have never heard of ‘green pensions’
October 18, 2022
Employers neglecting green pensions: 70% of employees want their retirement fund invested sustainably, yet 1 in 5 employers have never heard of ‘green pensions’
Business & Policy
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Study finds that corporations in high-carbon sectors are failing to link executive pay to climate action
October 13, 2022
Study finds that corporations in high-carbon sectors are failing to link executive pay to climate action
Business & Policy
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Few disagree that the UK energy market needs reform, but with varying political arguments on how to fix it, the UK’s independent climate watchdog has sought to make a case for net zero
October 12, 2022
Few disagree that the UK energy market needs reform, but with varying political arguments on how to fix it, the UK’s independent climate watchdog has sought to make a case for net zero
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With the Internet of Things set to near 30 billion devices by 2025, tech giants are facing pressure to address the growing environmental impact their products pose
October 7, 2022
With the Internet of Things set to near 30 billion devices by 2025, tech giants are facing pressure to address the growing environmental impact their products pose
Innovation
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As Samsung announces its net zero plan, the tech world must move fast to address their chip-making emissions
October 5, 2022
As Samsung announces its net zero plan, the tech world must move fast to address their chip-making emissions
Innovation
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Business & Policy
Cambridge study: 70% of companies have a net zero plan in place, but 8 in 10 business leaders say government policies are necessary to deliver the net zero transition
October 4, 2022
Cambridge study: 70% of companies have a net zero plan in place, but 8 in 10 business leaders say government policies are necessary to deliver the net zero transition
Business & Policy
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The institute for government describes “decades of failure” with “little attention to energy efficiency” amid calls for the UK to learn lessons from abroad
September 22, 2022
The institute for government describes “decades of failure” with “little attention to energy efficiency” amid calls for the UK to learn lessons from abroad
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IEAs First Ever Global Energy Employment Study Finds That Clean Energy Drive Has Led to Figures Surpassing Pre-Pandemic Levels
September 21, 2022
IEAs First Ever Global Energy Employment Study Finds That Clean Energy Drive Has Led to Figures Surpassing Pre-Pandemic Levels
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