Key Impact Points: Wall Street Quietly Retreats from Sustainability Commitments Last week, Morgan Stanley quietly shelved a key pillar of its sustainability strategy: a commitment to finance plastic pollution cleanup. Instead of openly discussing the challenges it faced or sharing the lessons learned over five years, the investment bank went
Key Impact Points Overview TotalEnergies has signed a $100 million agreement with Anew Climate, a North American leader in climate solutions, and Aurora Sustainable Lands, a U.S.-based carbon-stewardship company, to support sustainable forest management projects across the U.S. These projects will span 300,000 hectares across 10 states, including Arkansas, Florida,
Key Impact Points Overview A recent report from BloombergNEF (BNEF) revealed that more than 40% of the world’s electricity was generated from zero-carbon sources for the first time in 2023. Renewable energy technologies such as wind and solar contributed 17% to global electricity generation, while hydroelectric and nuclear power made
Key Impact Points Overview In a groundbreaking development, researchers have created a new type of concrete that utilizes discarded seashells to combat flooding and address food waste. This innovative material has already been deployed in urban gardens and cycling paths, providing a sustainable solution for flood-prone areas while repurposing waste
Impact Points: Introduction Diego Enrique Fernandez Irrazabal, a young visionary from Paraguay, has made significant strides in addressing one of the most pressing global issues—access to clean water. His innovative approach to sustainable water solutions has not only garnered international recognition but has also provided practical benefits to communities in
Key Impact Points: Why it matters Ørsted’s decision to shut down its last coal-fired power plant is a major milestone in the company’s transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy. Once a coal-intensive energy giant, Ørsted is now a global leader in offshore wind power and renewable energy. This closure
Key Impact Points Why CFOs Are Betting on Regenerative Agriculture It’s no secret that 2024 is forcing CFOs to think about their company’s emissions. The reason? The SEC’s looming climate rule. Even before the Securities Exchange Commission adopted its final regulations, many companies had already committed to bold carbon reduction
From August 26-30, the Pacific region will unite under the theme “Build Better Now” at the 53rd Pacific Island Forum (PIF53) in the Kingdom of Tonga. As the premier intergovernmental meeting for the Pacific, PIF53 will bring together heads of state, government officials, and key stakeholders to address the critical
Pitchbook’s Q2 2024 Clean Energy Report highlights key trends, investments, and innovations within the clean energy sector, focusing on venture capital (VC) activity, emerging technologies, and notable company developments. As the clean energy landscape evolves, VC investment plays a critical role in shaping the industry’s future, especially in areas such
Key Impact Points: Why it matters Since the UN SDGs launched in 2016, food companies have increasingly aligned their sustainability strategies with these global targets. The 17 SDGs aim to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all by 2030, and food giants are stepping up to contribute.
