Google Partners with CIP on 250MW Renewable Energy Deal in the Netherlands
15-year wind power commitment: Google will purchase 250MW of wind energy from CIP’s Zeevonk project to power Dutch operations. Innovative energy mix: Zeevonk integrates offshore wind, floating solar, and green hydrogen production, operational by 2029. Supports Google’s 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy (CFE) goal: Advances global ambition to operate entirely on carbon-free energy by 2030. Google has […]
UMC Signs 30 Billion kWh Offshore Wind Power Agreement with CIP’s Fengmiao
Largest renewable energy deal in UMC’s history: A 30-year Corporate Power Purchase Agreement (CPPA) with Fengmiao I Offshore Wind Farm secures over 30 billion kWh of clean energy. Fast-tracks sustainability targets: UMC raises its 2030 greenhouse gas emissions reduction goal from 25% to 42%, achieving 26% reduction by 2023. Sets precedent for semiconductor industry: Demonstrates […]
Jack Daniel’s Owner Brown-Forman Achieves 100% Farmer Engagement on Regenerative Practices
Goal achieved early: Brown‑Forman reached its target of engaging 100% of direct farmers on regenerative agricultural practices ahead of the 2025 deadline. Focus on resilience: Regenerative practices improve soil health, ecosystems, and farmer profitability, ensuring a sustainable supply chain. Future goals: The company is expanding efforts on climate action, watershed health, and circular packaging solutions. […]
88% of Belgian Companies Now Report on Sustainability Ahead of Mandatory CSRD: KPMG Report
Rising adoption: 88% of Belgian companies disclose sustainability performance, exceeding the global average of 79%. Leadership focus: 53% of Belgian firms have appointed board or leadership oversight for sustainability (23% increase since 2022). Double materiality progress: 47% of companies align with the EU’s CSRD requirements. The News: KPMG’s 2024 Survey of Sustainability Reporting highlights strong […]
UPP Secures £110 Million Sustainability-Linked Loan with Deutsche Bank to Drive ESG Goals
£110M financing: UPP’s first sustainability-linked revolving credit facility (RCF) ties funding costs to carbon, water, and biodiversity goals. Portfolio-wide impact: Targets include carbon reduction, water conservation, and exceeding Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) across UPP’s 35,000-room student accommodation portfolio. Deutsche Bank’s role: Part of its €500B sustainable finance target by 2025, showcasing leadership in integrating nature-focused […]
