Melodie Michel

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.
Oct
09
What is mining doing to not become the new fossil fuels?

What is mining doing to not become the new fossil fuels?

The sector is reducing emissions, but much larger issues are looming.
6 min read
Oct
08
Energy transition slows in the US – but rest of the world maintains momentum

Energy transition slows in the US – but rest of the world maintains momentum

Limiting global warming to 1.5°C without a temporary overshoot is no longer possible.
2 min read
Oct
08
Ahold Delhaize’s Daniella Vega on placing health at the heart of food sustainability

Ahold Delhaize’s Daniella Vega on placing health at the heart of food sustainability

“This transition is inevitable, so the question is, do we want to be part of that change, or do we want it to happen to us?”
5 min read
Oct
08
VF Corp meets recycled polyester target early, shares sustainable materials progress

VF Corp meets recycled polyester target early, shares sustainable materials progress

The firm has traced 61% of its key materials all the way from Tier 1 to Tier 5 suppliers.
2 min read
Oct
07
Ralph Lauren retires 2040 net zero goal to focus on near-term reductions

Ralph Lauren retires 2040 net zero goal to focus on near-term reductions

Ralph Lauren decreased absolute emissions by 34% in 2025 compared to its 2020 baseline.
2 min read
Oct
07
Renewable power capacity expected to more than double by 2030

Renewable power capacity expected to more than double by 2030

"Policymakers need to pay close attention to supply chain security and grid integration challenges.”
2 min read
Oct
06
EV sales break new records in the UK, spurred by grant scheme

EV sales break new records in the UK, spurred by grant scheme

The Electric Car Grant offers grants of up to £3,750 for electric vehicles priced at £37,000 or below.
1 min read
Oct
06
Businesses warn of added costs and loss of trust if EUDR is delayed again

Businesses warn of added costs and loss of trust if EUDR is delayed again

"Companies need to know what to prepare for, and by when."
2 min read
Oct
03
Net Zero Banking Alliance closes down after mass exodus

Net Zero Banking Alliance closes down after mass exodus

“It’s bitterly disappointing to see the biggest banks in the world vote to step away from accountability."
2 min read
Oct
03
UK retailers likely to pass on EPR-linked costs to consumers

UK retailers likely to pass on EPR-linked costs to consumers

"Unless funds are spent transparently and effectively, EPR threatens to just be another burden."
2 min read