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.
Mar
19
Building sector decoupled growth from emissions in 2023 – but decarbonisation remains off track

Building sector decoupled growth from emissions in 2023 – but decarbonisation remains off track

Emissions from building operations have increased by 5.4% since 2015.
2 min read
Mar
19
Wind turbine installations reached record 121.6 GW in 2024, led by China

Wind turbine installations reached record 121.6 GW in 2024, led by China

New wind additions outside of Mainland China fell by 10%.
2 min read
Mar
19
CIOs report direct commercial benefits from environmental software

CIOs report direct commercial benefits from environmental software

94% of CIOs view IT as core to the success of their organisations’ environmental goals.
2 min read
Mar
18
SBTi Corporate Net Zero Standard 2.0

SBTi Corporate Net Zero Standard 2.0: granularity, Scope 3 flexibility and climate target monitoring

The new standard no longer requires a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions.
3 min read
Mar
18
SBTN unveils first ocean science-based targets for seafood companies

SBTN unveils first ocean science-based targets for seafood companies

“The targets provide crucial support for seafood companies looking to future-proof their business."
2 min read
Mar
17
LEGO continues to chip away at sustainable brick goal

LEGO continues to chip away at sustainable brick goal

The firm increased investment in environmental sustainability by 68% last year.
2 min read
Mar
17
Coats sees revenue from recycled thread skyrocket amid sustainable fashion focus

Coats sees revenue from recycled thread skyrocket amid sustainable fashion focus

"Innovation-led sustainability can not only be good for the planet, but also positive for business.”
2 min read
Mar
14
Lawmakers launch bill to ‘protect’ US firms from EU due diligence requirements

Lawmakers launch bill to ‘protect’ US firms from EU due diligence requirements

The proposal gives the US President free range to take any action deemed necessary to protect US entities from foreign penalties.
2 min read
Mar
13
Divided European Parliament set to vote on EU Omnibus on April 1

Divided European Parliament set to vote on EU Omnibus on April 1

“Regulatory schizophrenia that's going to end up increasing compliance costs”.
2 min read
Mar
13
Food retailers urged to disclose and address methane emissions

Supermarkets urged to disclose and address methane emissions

“Food retailers are ignoring the methane problem hidden in the meat and dairy aisles and risk losing consumer trust."
2 min read