Daily Archives: 23, September 2024

wpd Highlights Global Growth and Wind Energy Expansion at WindEnergy 2024

(IN BRIEF) wpd will showcase its ongoing growth and future plans at WindEnergy 2024 in Hamburg from September 24 to 27. The company, a leader in wind farm development, operates in 31 countries and has a project pipeline exceeding 19 … Read the full press release

Ramboll Joins UN Green Jobs Pact, Pledges to Train 1,000 Young Professionals for Low-Carbon Economy by 2025

(IN BRIEF) Ramboll has partnered with the UN-led Green Jobs for Youth Pact, committing to train 1,000 young professionals by 2025 to address the skills gap in the low-carbon economy. In collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO), UNEP, and … Read the full press release

voestalpine Railway Systems Showcases Digital Innovations at InnoTrans 2024, Supports Major Global Rail Projects

(IN BRIEF) voestalpine Railway Systems is showcasing its advanced rail solutions at InnoTrans 2024 in Berlin, the world’s leading transport technology trade fair, which attracts over 130,000 visitors. The company is presenting a range of products and services, including digital … Read the full press release

Top African Venture Capital Leaders Recognized for Transforming Start-up Ecosystem at Oxford Programme

(IN BRIEF) At the Africa Venture Finance Programme hosted by Oxford University’s Saïd Business School, top African venture capital fund managers were recognized for their contributions to supporting start-ups across the continent. Awards were given to First Circle Capital, SpeedInvest, … Read the full press release

University of York Academics Celebrated Among World’s Top-Cited Scientists in New Global Rankings

(IN BRIEF) More than 150 researchers from the University of York have been recognized in the prestigious Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientist Rankings, which highlights the most-cited scientists globally. The rankings, based on 2022 citation data, reflect the significant global impact … Read the full press release

Krka Strengthens Commitment to Sustainability with Car-Free Day and Electric Truck Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Krka employees participated in the European Mobility Week for the ninth consecutive year, promoting sustainable commuting through the company’s Car-Free Day campaign. Employees from 13 countries adopted eco-friendly travel methods such as cycling, public transport, and walking. This … Read the full press release

Eviden and Selartag Launch Advanced Wine Inventory System Powered by AWS Cloud

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, a division of Atos Group, has partnered with Selartag to develop an innovative wine cellar management solution hosted on AWS hybrid cloud architecture. The system uses smart labels, RFID technology, and a mobile app to provide real-time … Read the full press release

Stora Enso and Södra Join Forces to Advance Kraft Lignin as a Sustainable Bio-Based Material

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso and Södra have entered into a long-term agreement to collaborate on advancing the use of kraft lignin, a sustainable material derived from the pulping process. Under the partnership, Södra will supply kraft lignin from its new … Read the full press release

Lloyds Banking Group Enhances Accessibility with British Sign Language Support on Job Search Pages

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Banking Group has become the first FTSE 100 company to implement Signly on its job search pages, a service providing British Sign Language (BSL) translations to enhance accessibility for d/Deaf users. This initiative reaffirms Lloyds’ commitment to … Read the full press release

Skanska Awarded $630M Contract for Sustainable Hillview Reservoir Project in Yonkers

(IN BRIEF) Skanska, in partnership with ECCO III Enterprises, Inc., has been awarded a USD 848 million contract by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection for the Hillview Reservoir Chemical Addition Facilities project in Yonkers, New York. Skanska’s … Read the full press release

AFRY’s Fossil Detox Report Outlines Key Steps for Accelerating the Global Transition from Fossil Fuels

(IN BRIEF) AFRY’s newly released Fossil Detox Report, unveiled during New York Climate Week, highlights the urgent need for a global transition away from fossil fuels. The report identifies critical technologies like smart grids, energy storage solutions, and carbon capture, … Read the full press release

Capgemini Report Highlights Corporate Sustainability Progress Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Consumer Doubts

(IN BRIEF) A new report by the Capgemini Research Institute, titled “A World in Balance 2024: Accelerating Sustainability Amidst Geopolitical Challenges,” reveals that despite global geopolitical tensions, organizations are continuing to advance their sustainability goals. Key areas of progress include … Read the full press release

BT Group Unveils £4 Million Apprenticeship Fund to Strengthen SME Workforce and Drive Economic Growth

(IN BRIEF) BT Group has launched a £4 million Apprenticeship Fund aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), charities, and public sector organizations in England. Over the next four years, the fund will support these entities by providing access … Read the full press release

UN and Multilateral Development Banks Unite to Boost Global Efforts for 2030 SDG Targets

(IN BRIEF) On September 23, 2024, UN Secretary-General António Guterres met with the heads of major Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) to strengthen collaboration aimed at accelerating progress toward the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The discussion centered on MDB reforms … Read the full press release