By Lamar Johnson, Utility Dive Dive Brief: Dive Insight: Citi said it remains on track to reach its 2030 sustainable finance goals, which it called “an integrated effort” across its operations. The bank invested $92.7 billion in green infrastructure, climate tech and social initiatives in 2023 to work toward this
Echoing this year’s Earth Day theme of “Planet vs Plastics”, Acer has partnered with Plastic Bank and has pledged to collect and recycle at least 50 tons of plastic waste from the environment in 2024. The Canada-based social enterprise focuses on tackling the growing issues of plastic pollution by building
In the European Parliament today, the United Nations Global Compact organized a conference bringing together Members of the European Parliament, representatives of the European Commission, leading companies of the UN Global Compact as well as the Executive Directors of the UN Global Compact Local Networks across Europe for a pivotal
APP Group has joined more than 200 leading global companies as the newest World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) member. APP Group oversees multiple pulp and paper manufacturing and forestry enterprises in Indonesia to meeting the growing global demand for tissue, packaging, and paper products in over 150 countries.
Key Impact Points: As you settle down to read this article, take a look around you. How many items made of plastic can you see? The chances are, there are a lot. Plastic is one of the most ubiquitous materials we manufacture – and we’re making more of it than
Key Impact Points In a landmark decision, the European Parliament has overwhelmingly approved new regulations aimed at ensuring corporate accountability and environmental stewardship. With 374 votes in favor, 235 against, and 19 abstentions, the “due diligence” directive represents a significant step towards holding companies accountable for their impact on society
By Robert Kerr, Audit & Assurance Partner, Accounting and Reporting Advisory, Deloitte & Touche LLP Talking points These are exciting times for those of us who’ve worked on ESG initiatives for many years. Not only are ESG disclosure frameworks evolving and accelerating, but many organizations—from large multinationals to emerging growth companies—seem
The DPP, the media industry’s business network, has announced that 50 media companies have officially joined its DPP Committed to Sustainability program. The scheme, enabled by DPP members Atos and Red Bee Media, was first launched at the DPP Technology Leaders’ Briefing in 2019 and was set up to celebrate
Opening a global webinar on media and sustainability organised by the Association for International Broadcasting (AIB), United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, Melissa Fleming, called on all media companies to “join forces to be true changemakers”. Addressing the audience of media leaders and sustainability experts, Fleming said: “Today, I urge
In the ever-changing landscape of business, CEOs in the United States are navigating a complex web of challenges and opportunities. With a strategic eye on sustainability, they are proactively addressing the demands of the modern economy while staying true to their long-term visions. CEO Outlook Survey Insights According to the
