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World’s First Sustainable Castor Program Continues to Thrive with Over 7,000 Certified Farmers and Enhanced Yields

Posted on 31, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) In a remarkable achievement, the sustainable castor program initiated by Arkema, BASF, Jayant Agro-Organics, and Solidaridad in May 2016 has now certified over 7,000 farmers, resulting in substantial individual yield increases. More than 7,000 hectares of semi-arid land … Read the full press release →

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BASF and Partners Report Success and Expansion of Sustainable Castor Farming Project in India

Posted on 31, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) In collaboration with Arkema, Jayant Agro-Organics, and implementation partner Solidaridad, BASF’s sustainable castor farming project, known as Pragati, has achieved significant milestones in its seven-year journey. Over 7,000 farmers have been trained and certified, cultivating more than 74,500 … Read the full press release →

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Sustainable Castor Initiative ‘Pragati’ Marks Seven Years of Success in India

Posted on 30, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Pragati, the pioneering sustainable castor project implemented by Solidaridad in India, has celebrated its seventh year of achievements. With over 7,000 castor farmers certified across 100 villages, the project has entered its third phase with a renewed focus … Read the full press release →

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Renewable Heating Solution: Neste and PVG’s Co-Processed Kerosene

Posted on 29, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Neste has joined forces with PVG, a leading European home climate solutions provider, to introduce a sustainable heating liquid for portable fuel heaters. The co-processed odorless heating kerosene from Neste offers consumers a cleaner alternative to fossil-based heating … Read the full press release →

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Losinger Marazzi Secures Four Sustainable Building Projects Worth €410 Million in Switzerland

Posted on 13, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Bouygues Construction’s Swiss subsidiary, Losinger Marazzi, has been awarded four building projects in Switzerland with a combined value of 401 million Swiss francs (€410 million). These projects are dedicated to sustainability and low-carbon solutions, aligning with the country’s … Read the full press release →

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Fincantieri Earns Gender Parity Certification UNI/PdR 125:2022 from RINA

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri, the Italian shipbuilding company, has become the first shipbuilder in Italy to achieve the Gender Parity Certification UNI/PdR 125:2022 from RINA (Registro Italiano Navale). The certification recognizes Fincantieri’s commitment to promoting gender equity and inclusion within the … Read the full press release →

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Ericsson Achieves Perfect Score in 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index, Earns Equality 100 Award for LGBTQ+ Inclusion

Posted on 20, December 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson, a global telecommunications company, has been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for its outstanding performance in the 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index (CEI). Ericsson achieved a perfect score of 100 percent in this annual benchmarking survey, … Read the full press release →

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ÖBB Rail Cargo Group Earns EcoVadis Gold Standard for Third Consecutive Year in CSR Excellence

Posted on 14, December 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) The ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Standard for corporate social responsibility (CSR) for the third consecutive year. This recognition places RCG in the top 1% of companies in the rail freight transport … Read the full press release →

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BBVA Named Europe’s Most Sustainable Bank for Fourth Consecutive Year in Dow Jones Sustainability Index

Posted on 11, December 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) For the fourth year in a row, BBVA has been recognized as Europe’s most sustainable bank in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), a leading global sustainability ranking. The bank received a total score of 84 out of … Read the full press release →

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Sanofi’s CHC Launches Shared Care Collective with Global Experts to Advance Health and Sustainability Initiatives

Posted on 1, December 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Sanofi’s Consumer Healthcare business unit (CHC) has introduced the Shared Care Collective, an advisory board consisting of experts from various fields, both internal and external, to bolster sustainability efforts within the CHC business. This initiative aims to foster … Read the full press release →

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Eppendorf’s BioBased Lab Consumables Offer Sustainable Alternatives Powered by Neste

Posted on 1, December 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Eppendorf, a laboratory equipment manufacturer, has partnered with Neste, a renewable solutions company, to create Eppendorf Consumables BioBased, a line of lab consumables made from 100% renewable raw materials. These products, including tubes and pipette tips, offer a … Read the full press release →

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Hydro Unveils Ambitious Plans for Greener Aluminium and Sustainable Growth

Posted on 29, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Hydro, a leading global aluminium company, has announced its strategic direction for the coming decade, focusing on capturing opportunities in the growing demand for low-carbon aluminium. The company aims to achieve this by stepping up its efforts in … Read the full press release →

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Renewable Energy Boost: Neste Secures Solar Power Supply for Porvoo Operations

Posted on 24, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Neste, a global renewable fuels and sustainable solutions leader, has signed an important solar power purchase agreement with CPC Finland Oy. This deal will provide solar power to Neste’s Porvoo refinery in Finland, starting in spring 2024. The … Read the full press release →

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Neste Collaborates with Altens and Bolloré Energy to Introduce Renewable Diesel in France

Posted on 22, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Neste is teaming up with French fuel distributors Altens and Bolloré Energy to introduce Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ to the French market starting in January 2024. This collaboration aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the transportation … Read the full press release →

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Neste and Emirates Team Up for Groundbreaking Air Travel with A380 SAF Engine Trial

Posted on 22, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Emirates has conducted a pioneering Airbus A380 demonstration flight with one engine powered by Neste’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This milestone demonstrates SAF’s compatibility and potential as a sustainable alternative to traditional jet fuel. The flight, which took … Read the full press release →

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Neste and Hightowers Petroleum Partner to Provide High-Quality Renewable Diesel in Midwest

Posted on 22, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Neste has teamed up with Hightowers Petroleum to offer Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ in the Midwest region. This strategic partnership aims to meet the growing demand for lower-emission fuels, particularly from the automotive industry. Neste MY Renewable Diesel, … Read the full press release →

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Neste, Mitsui Chemicals, and Prime Polymer Collaborate to Create Sustainable Food Packaging for CO-OP

Posted on 17, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Neste, Mitsui Chemicals, and Prime Polymer have joined forces to develop sustainable food packaging solutions for CO-OP, a brand under the Japanese Consumers Co-operative Union (JCCU). In the initial phase of this partnership, bio-based raw materials will replace … Read the full press release →

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Teck Resources to Exit Elk Valley in Landmark $6.93 Billion Deal with Glencore, Reshaping Canadian Mining

Posted on 14, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Glencore is set to purchase a 77% effective interest in Teck Resources Limited’s steelmaking coal business, Elk Valley Resources (EVR), for $6.93 billion in cash. The deal includes NSC’s and POSCO’s interests in EVR. Upon completion, EVR will … Read the full press release →

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Fincantieri Commits to Gender Equality with Endorsement of UN Women’s Empowerment Principles

Posted on 11, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri, a global shipbuilding company, has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting gender equality at work by endorsing the seven United Nations Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs). These principles include fostering a corporate culture focused on gender equality, ensuring the … Read the full press release →

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Neste Announces Restructuring Plans to Boost Efficiency and Growth

Posted on 1, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Neste, a renewable energy company, is undergoing organizational changes to enhance cost-efficiency and long-term competitiveness. It plans to merge renewable business units, resulting in 400 job cuts and EUR 50 million in annual savings, aiming for over MEUR … Read the full press release →

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Glencore Reports 2023 Q3 Production: Adjusts Nickel and Ferrochrome Forecasts Amidst Challenges

Posted on 31, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Glencore, a global mining and commodities company, released its Third Quarter 2023 Production Report. The report highlights the company’s performance over the first nine months of the year, emphasizing that copper, coal, and zinc assets met expectations and … Read the full press release →

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Investor Conference: Neste’s Q3 2023 Earnings Report Date Revealed

Posted on 19, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Neste, a leader in renewable and sustainable solutions, will release its financial results for the third quarter of 2023 on October 26, 2023, at 9 a.m. (EET) on its website. Additionally, Neste will host an investor conference call … Read the full press release →

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Atos Achieves Fourth Consecutive EcoVadis Platinum Award for Exceptional Corporate Social Responsibility

Posted on 13, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Atos has received the EcoVadis Platinum Award for the fourth consecutive year, affirming its exceptional performance in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) with a score of 84 out of 100. This positions Atos in the top 1% of companies … Read the full press release →

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AMAG Recognized for Outstanding Sustainability Reporting at CIRA Annual Conference

Posted on 13, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) AMAG, an Austrian corporation, has been honored at the Cercle Investor Relations Austria (CIRA) Annual Conference for its exceptional sustainability reporting. The conference has been recognizing Austrian companies for their capital market communication since 2016, with a focus … Read the full press release →

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FIGO Honors Global Women’s Health Champions at XXIII World Congress

Posted on 11, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) During the Welcome Ceremony of the XXIII FIGO World Congress of Gynecology and Obstetrics in Paris, FIGO (International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics) celebrated the contributions of five exceptional professionals dedicated to improving women’s health worldwide. The FIGO … Read the full press release →

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Shareholder Value: Neste Declares Second Extraordinary Dividend of EUR 0.25

Posted on 27, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Neste, a Finnish company, has decided to pay a second extraordinary dividend of EUR 0.25 per share, in addition to the regular dividend approved at its Annual General Meeting in March. The second extraordinary dividend will be paid … Read the full press release →

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USDA Acknowledges Error in Biofuels Annual Report, Confirms Neste’s Compliance

Posted on 21, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) The USDA has publicly acknowledged an error in its Biofuels Annual Report, specifically regarding allegations of fraudulent used cooking oil (UCO) volumes received by Neste at its Singapore refinery from China. Representatives from the USDA confirmed that the … Read the full press release →

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Neste’s Q3 Outlook Brightens as Oil Products Margin Surges; Equipment Inspection Slows Singapore Refinery Expansion

Posted on 13, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Neste, a leading energy company, has reported an improved outlook for its Oil Products segment’s margin in the third quarter of 2023. Despite the ongoing volatility in oil markets, margins for diesel and gasoline in Northwest Europe have … Read the full press release →

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ESET’s Latest Discovery Sheds Light on Ballistic Bobcat’s Persistent Cyberespionage Efforts

Posted on 11, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) ESET researchers have uncovered a cyberespionage campaign led by the Ballistic Bobcat group, suspected of having Iranian ties, which primarily targets education, government, healthcare, and various organizations worldwide. In their latest campaign, they introduced a new backdoor called … Read the full press release →

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Neste Addresses USDA Report on Suspected Fraudulent Palm Oil Shipments as Company Continues to Uphold Supply Chain Integrity

Posted on 9, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) The USDA Biofuels Annual Report for September 2023 suggests that Neste, a renewable products refinery in Singapore, may have received fraudulent volumes of used cooking oil (UCO), specifically virgin palm oil from Indonesia, exported fraudulently as UCO via … Read the full press release →

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AFRY Attains Highest Platinum Rating in EcoVadis Sustainability Assessment, Ranking Among Top 1% Worldwide

Posted on 9, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has achieved the highest Platinum rating in EcoVadis’ global sustainability and social responsibility assessment, earning a total score of 79 out of 100. This places AFRY among the top 1 percent of all assessed companies in sustainability … Read the full press release →

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Global Green Bond Initiative and Inter-American Development Bank Partner to Boost Green Bonds in Latin America and the Caribbean

Posted on 7, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) A coalition of development finance institutions and multilateral organizations, known as the Global Green Bond Initiative (GGBI), has partnered with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and IDB Invest to collaborate on promoting green bond markets in Latin America … Read the full press release →

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Neste Appoints Members to Shareholders’ Nomination Board for Key Governance Decisions

Posted on 7, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Neste has appointed members to its Shareholders’ Nomination Board, including representatives from key stakeholders. The Nomination Board plays a crucial role in proposing potential Board members and determining Board remuneration and size for the Annual General Meeting. The … Read the full press release →

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Study Reveals Devastating Impact of Asylum Process Delays on Unaccompanied Children and Young People

Posted on 1, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) A research project led by the University of Liverpool School of Law highlights significant and systemic delays in the UK’s asylum process, particularly affecting unaccompanied children and young people seeking asylum. The study includes in-depth interviews with young … Read the full press release →

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Cologne Bonn Airport Shifts Ground Fleet to Neste MY Renewable Diesel™, Reducing Emissions and Advancing Sustainability

Posted on 31, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Cologne Bonn Airport has transitioned its diesel-powered ground fleet to Neste MY Renewable Diesel™, a renewable diesel made from 100% renewable raw materials. This switch is particularly important for vehicles that cannot be easily electrified, such as the … Read the full press release →

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Iberdrola Mexico Joins Forces with Pride Connection to Enhance LGBT+ Workplace Inclusion

Posted on 29, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola Mexico has joined forces with Pride Connection to launch a comprehensive initiative focused on fostering LGBT+ inclusivity and eradicating workplace discrimination. The collaboration involves commitments laid out in a decalogue that aims to create safe spaces, raise … Read the full press release →

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Neste Partners with Suntory, ENEOS, and Mitsubishi to Produce Renewable PET Resin

Posted on 22, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Neste has formed a collaboration with Suntory, ENEOS, and Mitsubishi Corporation to produce PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) resin using Neste’s renewable feedstock, Neste RE™, on a commercial scale. Neste RE is derived from bio-based raw materials like waste and … Read the full press release →

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Aviva Reports Robust 2023 Interim Results, Surpasses Targets, and Boosts Dividend

Posted on 17, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Aviva plc has announced its interim results for 2023, showcasing strong growth momentum across the group. The company achieved an 8% increase in group operating profit, with Solvency II own funds generation up by 26%. The results indicate … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Mobility Earns Top Honors in EcoVadis Sustainability Rating 2023, Leading Rail Industry with Platinum Certificate

Posted on 17, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has achieved the highest rating in the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating 2023, receiving a platinum certificate with a score of 81 out of 100 points. This places the company in the top 1 percent of assessed companies … Read the full press release →

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Neste’s Singapore Refinery Expansion Resumes Renewable Diesel Production After Repairs

Posted on 16, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Neste has announced the resumption of renewable diesel production at its Singapore refinery expansion in early August, following an equipment-related shutdown in June. The company is working to ramp up production at the expanded facility, with plans to … Read the full press release →

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