PwC Launches New Blog Series Exploring ESG Technologies’ Impact on Businesses
ESG Technologies Explained: The blog series offers insights into tools that enable organizations to measure, manage, and improve ESG performance effectively. 5 Main Categories of ESG Tools Identified: The series breaks down ESG technologies into reporting platforms, carbon management systems, cloud solutions, and more. Focus on Business Benefits: ESG technologies enhance compliance, streamline processes, and […]
CBRE Investment Management Appoints George Crone as Sustainability Lead for UK Direct Investments
Strategic hire: George Crone joins CBRE IM as Sustainability Lead for UK Direct Investments to drive the Zero Emission Building Roadmap. Immediate impact: Crone’s 11 years of sustainability expertise and prior advisory work with CBRE IM ensure seamless integration into the role. Investor focus: The role emphasizes engaging with UK investors and occupiers to accelerate […]
DHL Express Global Survey Highlights Sustainability as Strategic Priority for SMEs
High Priority, Low Investment: While 81% of SMEs in sectors like fashion and financial services consider sustainability “very” or “extremely important,” 53% allocate only 1-3% of their operating budgets to sustainable practices. Customer Buy-In Varies Globally: SMEs in India and China report higher confidence (51% and 47%, respectively) that customers will pay more for sustainable […]
AWS, Orbital Materials Partner to Advance Data Center Decarbonization Tech
AI-Driven Innovation: Orbital Materials will leverage its proprietary AI platform to develop advanced materials for data center carbon removal, chip cooling, and water efficiency, with piloting set for late 2025. Faster Development: Orbital’s AI-enhanced discovery process has achieved a 10x improvement in material performance since early 2024, surpassing traditional methods in speed and effectiveness. Industry […]
IFC Issues AUD$700 Million Green Bond to Promote Biodiversity in Emerging Markets
Strategic investment: IFC raises AUD 700M through a 10-year green Kangaroo bond to support biodiversity projects in emerging markets. Investor demand: Strong global interest led to nearly AUD 800M in orders, highlighting appetite for biodiversity finance. Framework expansion: Proceeds will fund biodiversity, climate adaptation, and conservation projects under IFC’s expanded Green Bond Framework. IFC champions […]
