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Five for the Future
The Sustainable Times Startup Investment Summit will take place on 1st October at London’s Plaisterers’ Hall,
Sep 15, 20254 min read


Concrete Returns on Investment in Green Construction
As Europe tightens regulations around construction and the UK presses ahead with its housing ambitions, startups are turning to investors to help them scale the innovations needed to transform the built environment.
Sep 11, 20257 min read


Regulation Puts Wind in GT Wings’ Sails
As shipping braces for tougher climate rules, GT Wings is betting that compact, high-thrust wind tech can turn compliance into competitive advantage.
Sep 3, 20254 min read


Flywheel Energy Storage for Rail Promises Carbon Savings and Rapid Payback
British energy technology firm Levistor has unveiled a next-generation flywheel storage system designed to cut rail carbon emissions, slash operating costs, and provide a durable alternative to batteries.
Sep 2, 20252 min read


Streets Maps out Green Future for Fintechs
The sustainability of fintechs has been a long-term focus of Julia Streets MBE - founder & CEO of B2B business development, marketing and communications firm Streets Consulting - who recently joined the judging panel for 2025 RISE awards.
Aug 28, 20254 min read


M&S Launches Resale Service with eBay
Marks & Spencer has announced the launch of its first dedicated resale service via the official M&S x eBay store, allowing customers to trade in pre-loved clothes, shoes and accessories in exchange for vouchers.
Aug 26, 20253 min read


Asda Unveils Sustainable Supply Chain Finance Program, Promising to Reward Genuine Progress
Asda has launched a new sustainability-linked supply chain finance scheme in partnership with Lloyds Banking Group. The retailer is...
Aug 25, 20252 min read


New alliance forms to accelerate ocean-based CO2 removal
Image Credit: Vycarb Leaders from the worlds of commerce, academia, and non-profit organisations have come together to launch the Marine...
Aug 24, 20252 min read


Microsoft’s Thom McKiernan Joins RISE Awards Judging Panel
The latest group of judges for the RISE Awards includes Thom McKiernan, who leads Microsoft’s UK Sustainability Squad. He is tasked with harnessing technology’s potential to accelerate the shift towards a sustainable future.
Aug 22, 20253 min read


UK Urged to Let Aid Flow into Gaza as 700+ Sustainable Business Leaders Join in Appeal
More than 700 business and environmental leaders, including Ecotricity founder Dale Vince, People Tree founder Safia Minney, and former...
Aug 21, 20253 min read


As UN Clock Ticks, Brazil Pushes Nations to Step Up Climate Ambitions Ahead of COP30
Image Credit: © Bianca Otero/ZUMA Press Wire Only 28 countries have so far presented their carbon-cutting plans to the United Nations,...
Aug 21, 20253 min read


1% for the Planet on Building a Global Movement
This week on Profit Meets Purpose, Kate Williams, CEO of 1% for the Planet, discusses the role that nonprofits play in the sustainability movement.
Aug 20, 20254 min read


Global EV Charging Network on Track to Surpass 200 Million by 2040
According to a new forecast released by Wood Mackenzie, the number of electric vehicle charging ports is expected to rise sharply over...
Aug 20, 20252 min read


Global finance giants under fire for fueling an $8.9 trillion ‘deforestation economy’ in 2024
A new report by Global Canopy has revealed that 150 of the world’s largest financial institutions invested nearly $9 trillion in...
Aug 20, 20253 min read


Meet the Latest Judges for the 2025 RISE Awards
ach judge brings a unique perspective on what it takes to build and scale sustainable solutions, offering a holistic evaluation of entries.
Aug 19, 20254 min read


Backing Purpose-Driven Founders for a Sustainable Future
The latest group of judges for the RISE Awards has been announced this week. Joining the panel is Ben Keene. Sustainable Times sat down with Keene to learn more about his background and what lens he will bring to the judging process.
Aug 19, 20252 min read


From Safety to Sustainability: DEKRA’s Role in Shaping Tomorrow’s Transport
Road travel has undergone a significant transformation over the past century. Technology, safety measures, and societal priorities have...
Aug 19, 20253 min read


Unilever backs smallholder farmers with sustainable practices to strengthen global supply chains
Image Credit: Unilever Unilever depends heavily on smallholder farmers for many of its core raw ingredients. These farmers, however,...
Aug 19, 20252 min read


From Trash to Turbines: How Veolia is Powering Growth in Waste, Water, and Clean Energy
Image Credit: Veolia UK. By partnering with Veolia, defence organisations can address one of their key international priorities in the...
Aug 18, 20253 min read


ABB Commits $100 Million to Boost Sustainable Manufacturing in Canada
Image Credit: ABB ABB, a global leader in electrification and automation, is taking a significant step toward building a...
Aug 18, 20252 min read
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