Aug
15
Why are former Microsoft employees raising the alarm about AI emissions?
“This issue cannot continue to fly under the radar."
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Melodie Michel
Melodie is chief reporter at CSO Futures. After writing about finance and trade for more than a decade, she completed a master's degree in CSR to hone her skills as a sustainability journalist.
Aug
14
CSO Futures Sustainability Leaders Community Insider - August 14 summary notes
A summary of the August meeting of the CSO Futures Sustainability Leaders Community.
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Aug
14
Financial institutions provided nearly US$9tn to ‘deforestation economy’ in 2024
BBVA, Deutsche Bank and Lloyds Banking group are the only FIs to screen all high-risk commodities.
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Aug
14
Strong concerns over latest Global Plastics Treaty draft as negotiation deadline looms
The voice of oil-producing nations can be felt throughout the new text, which will likely be rejected.
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Aug
13
Integrity Council approves first three biochar carbon credit methodologies for CCP label
"The approvals announced today underscore the credibility of this emerging climate solution."
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Aug
13
We Mean Business Coalition urges companies to overcome ‘hesitations’ and show up at COP30
"Corporate presence drives momentum, keeps ambition high in negotiations and demonstrates that the private sector is ready to act."
2 min read
Aug
12
UK extends electronic waste fee to online marketplaces
An estimated 100,000 tonnes of electricals are thrown out across the UK every year.
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Aug
12
BHP leads steel consortium to explore carbon capture hubs in Asia
Each potential hub will present cost and schedule estimates by the end of 2026.
2 min read
Aug
12
Sainsbury’s unites commercial and sustainability mandates
Rhian Bartlett has been Sainsbury’s Chief Commercial Officer since 2020.
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Aug
11
NZBA loses another major member as Swiss bank UBS withdraws
UBS recently delayed its operational emissions target and scrapped ESG-linked compensation.
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