IBM Experts Share 2025 Sustainability Software Predictions with ESG News
IBM’s first-ever State of Sustainability Readiness Report 2024 revealed critical insights into the intersection of sustainability and technology. The report highlighted that 88% of business leaders plan to increase IT investments in sustainability over the next 12 months. The survey of 2,790 business leaders across 15 industries in nine countries uncovered significant barriers to progress, […]
Singapore’s Top 100 Companies Lead Global Sustainability Reporting: KPMG Survey
Climate Risk Acknowledgment: KPMG Survey reveals 76% of Singapore’s top 100 companies recognize climate change as a financial risk, exceeding the global average of 55%. Governance Leadership: Board-level accountability for sustainability rose from 35% in 2022 to 55% in 2024, showcasing stronger corporate governance. ESG Integration: 84% of Singapore companies include ESG information in their […]
Wells Fargo IN² Awards $250,000 to Three Startups Targeting Net Zero Buildings
Innovative Clean Tech Support: Wells Fargo’s Innovation Incubator (IN²) has awarded $250,000 in non-dilutive funding to three startups focused on decarbonizing buildings. Targeting Energy Efficiency: The startups aim to deploy scalable, drop-in technologies to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions in commercial and residential buildings. Collaborative Development: Selected startups will work with the U.S. Department […]
HSBC Appoints Julian Wentzel as Interim Group Chief Sustainability Officer
Leadership Transition: Celine Herweijer steps down as Group Chief Sustainability Officer after advancing HSBC’s net zero strategy, paving the way for Julian Wentzel’s interim appointment. Strategic Realignment: HSBC’s decision follows its October governance restructuring, reducing executive roles from 18 to 12 to streamline decision-making. Sustainability Commitment: HSBC reaffirms its focus on supporting the global net […]
2nd Edition of the Middle East ESG Reporting & Data Summit: Snapshot
The Middle East ESG Reporting & Data Summit kicks off today, November 28, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights, bringing together professionals and thought leaders to explore critical developments in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices. This summit will feature an impressive line-up of speakers representing organizations committed to advancing sustainability. Among the […]
