Concern remain around the environmental implications with the rise of AI. BBC Group’s Sustainability Director Danielle Mulder, addressed these issues directly. She opened by referencing Microsoft’s impressive promise of having their Azure cloud services and AI infrastructure powered by 100% renewable energy by 2025, and how it's key for companies and industries to support their sustainable pursuits alongside technological development.

Carbon Cell, a London-based materials startup, raised a £1.2M pre-seed round to scale its novel, plastic-free foam made from biochar and natural polymers. The round was led by Green Angel Ventures and Counteract, with participation from HERmesa, RCA Design and Innovation S/EIS Fund, and One Planet Capital.

After decades of steady, if cautious, progress, the movement to integrate sustainability into mainstream business and policy is now in retreat . What was once a hallmark of forward-thinking leadership and competitive edge is, in some realms, recast as a cultural liability.

In 2024, global solar power installations soared to 597 gigawatts (GW), marking a 33% jump over the previous year. This surge has pushed...

Hundreds of nations, regions, and philanthropists have united, collectively committing a massive $9.1 billion in fresh funding to protect...

The UK government has unveiled an ambitious £2.65 billion flood defence initiative to fortify communities against the increasing threat...

A groundbreaking initiative is set to transform urban water management. It will capture up to 200 million liters of rainwater...

A new report from Oceana, “Coca-Cola’s World With Waste,” lays bare the beverage giant’s accelerating plastic consumption—despite...

Pharma giant GSK has launched a multi-year alliance with WWF to revive and safeguard critical water resources in India’s Sutlej River...

As the world prepares to go dark for Earth Hour, environmental campaigners are pressuring ministers, demanding bold, decisive action to...

Despite pledging environmental reforms, the UK continues to import commodities tied to deforestation at an alarming scale, according to a...

In a bold geopolitical maneuver, the UK is working to forge a new global coalition in favor of aggressive climate action—partnering with...

In a bold move to reshape the global energy landscape, industry titans Amazon, Google, and Meta have joined forces with major...

Image credit: Kathmandu Kathmandu has raised the bar in sustainable fashion by launching its Seeker range. This cutting-edge activewear...

Climate Impact Partners  has joined forces with Terra Natural Capital  to finance the Panna afforestation project in India in a landmark...

Thought Leadership From Luma Saqqaf   A recognised sustainable finance leader with 30+ years of expertise in law, sustainable finance and...

Since its launch in April 2024, the Tuna Transparency Pledge has surged in influence, rallying some of the world’s largest retailers,...

Image Credit: Vattenfall Swedish state-owned energy giant Vattenfall  has teamed up with material extraction specialist Gjenkraft  and...

Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD has secured a staggering $5.59 billion through a primary share sale, marking Hong Kong’s most...

Image Credit: Mercedes-Benz In a bold leap toward the future of electric mobility, German automotive powerhouse Mercedes-Benz has begun...