(IN BRIEF) In a significant announcement at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, the European Investment Bank (EIB) revealed its pioneering approach to a just transition and just resilience on a global scale. The EIB Group introduced … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, European Union, Financial, Luxembourg
Tagged Ambroise Fayolle, Climate Action, climate change, COP28, Dubai, EIB, EIB Global, EIB Group Climate Bank Roadmap, energy security, environmental sustainability, European Investment Fund, Gelsomina Vigliotti, green energy transition, green finance, net-zero economy, The EIB Group, The European Investment Bank, Thomas Östros, United Arab Emirates, United Nations Climate Change Conference, Werner Hoyer
(IN BRIEF) Yara, a global agricultural solutions provider, has introduced a new brand of biostimulants called YaraAmplix™ to help farmers combat the challenges posed by climate change on crop production. These biostimulants are formulated with natural ingredients such as seaweed … Read the full press release
Posted in Agriculture, Chemicals, Industrial, Italy
Tagged Biostimulant World Congress, biostimulants, climate change, crop resilience, crops, farmers, Rejane Souza, Svein Tore Holsether, Yara, YaraAmplix™
(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
Posted in Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, France, Industrial, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Altens, biofuels, Bolloré Energy, climate change, France, hydrogen, Mohamed Bennama, Neste, Neste MY Renewable Diesel™, Peter Zonneveld, reduction of greenhouse gas emission, renewable diesel, Thibaut de Rivoire
(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval, as part of the Swedish delegation to COP28, is actively participating in discussions and collaborations to expedite the transition to net-zero emissions by 2050. The company’s focus revolves around the systemic shift in key industries, including … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Alfa Laval, climate change, COP28, net-zero emissions, partnership, sustainability, transition
(IN BRIEF) AFRY, a global sustainability and engineering company, is participating in COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference, as part of the Business Sweden delegation. AFRY aims to highlight its sustainable solutions and leadership in addressing the climate crisis. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Sweden, Technology
Tagged AFRY, biodiversity, Brendan Cronin, Business Sweden, clean energy, climate change, climate crisis, climate goals, COP, COP28, COP28 conference, greenhouse gases, Henrik Tegnér, Jonas Gustavsson, Linda Pålsson, sustainability, UNFCCC
(IN BRIEF) The Nobel Sustainability Trust (NST) and the Technical University of Munich (TUM) are introducing the “Sustainability Award supported by NST” for exceptional research and development efforts in sustainable energy and climate change economics. The inaugural recipients are Prof. … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Education, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Germany, Technology
Tagged Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities, climate change, climate change economics, EIT InnoEnergy, energy start-ups, London School of Economics and Political Science, Lord Nicholas Stern, Nobel Sustainability Trust, Nobel Sustainability Trust Summit, NST, Peter Nobel, Prof. Elena Bou, Prof. Thomas F. Hofmann, Sustainability Award supported by NST, sustainable energy, Technical University of Munich, TUM
(IN BRIEF) Eduardo Brondizio, an Anthropologist Professor from Indiana University, Bloomington, has been awarded the 2023 Volvo Environment Prize for his extensive research spanning over three decades on the Amazon region’s environmental challenges. Contrary to common belief, Brondizio highlights the … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Awards, Environment, Society, Sweden
Tagged Acai, agricultural economy, agroforestry, Amazon, Amazon River, Anthropologist, biodiversity, climate change, climate security, deforestation, Eduardo Brondizio, environmental challenges, food production, Indiana University, Indigenous people, rainforests, sustainability, Volvo Environment Prize, Volvo Environment Prize Foundation
(IN BRIEF) The Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA) has been supporting Thales Alenia Space, along with partners the Luxembourg Institute of Sciences and Technologies (LIST) and PricewaterhouseCoopers Luxembourg (PwC), in their initiative to create a Proof of Concept for a flood … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Alessandro Grasso, climate change, Digital Twin Earth, Etienne Barritault, Flood Prediction, Laurent Probst, Luxembourg, partnership, Patrick Matgen, sustainability, Thales, Thales Alenia Space
(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has introduced a new initiative called “Exeter Innovation” aimed at fostering business partnerships and addressing contemporary challenges, including climate change and skills shortages. This initiative seeks to connect organizations with leading experts, support skill … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Industrial, Management, News, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged "Exeter Innovation", Chris Evans, climate change, Dr Simon Berry, Gillian Keegan, Laurence Oakes-Ash, Nick Ridgeon, partnership, Professor Ian Youngs, Professor Lisa Roberts, skills shortages, Stuart Brocklehurst, sustainability, University of Exeter
(IN BRIEF) The changing climate poses significant challenges, including wildfires, unpredictable rainfall, and heatwaves. To address these issues, there’s a global need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Carbon markets, including voluntary carbon markets, provide a way to assign value to … Read the full press release
Posted in Agriculture, Business, Environment, Government, Industrial, Management, Netherlands, News
Tagged ACORN, Carbon Markets, climate change, heatwaves, Rabobank, Small-Scale Farmers, Solidaridad, sustainability, unpredictable rainfall, wildfires
(IN BRIEF) Nicola Ranger, Leader of the Resilience and International Development Program at the Environmental Change Institute, and Sibylle Steimen, Managing Director of Advisory & Services at Allianz Re, advocate for increased attention to climate resilience and adaptation. They emphasize … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Insurance, Investment, Management, Marketing, News
Tagged adaptation, Allianz, climate change, climate resilience, insurance industry, Nicola Ranger, Sibylle Steimen
(IN BRIEF) An international team of researchers has released a scientific paper through the IDAlert project, published in The Lancet Regional Health – Europe journal on August 7, 2023. Titled “Decision-Support Tools to Build Climate Resilience Against Emerging Infectious Diseases … Read the full press release
Posted in Environment, European Union, Healthcare, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Society
Tagged climate change, climate-driven health risks, climate-sensitive infectious diseases, Emerging Infectious Diseases, Horizon Europe, IDAlert project, infectious disease, Joacim Rocklöv, Lancet Regional Health Journal, one health, zoonosis
(IN BRIEF) Electrolux Group, operating under its premium brand AEG, is unveiling its most resource-efficient appliances, the AEG EcoLine, at IFA 2023. These appliances, covering various categories, are designed to reduce climate impact while maintaining high performance. The selection includes … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Electronics & Machinery, Environment, Industrial, Management, Media, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged AEG EcoLine, Alexander Dehmel, appliances, Berlin, Chris Braam, climate change, Electrolux, IFA 2023, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University has been awarded the Excellence in Internationalisation honor by the European Association for International Education (EAIE). This prestigious accolade celebrates the university’s exceptional approach to integrating international research and educational opportunities, focusing on addressing societal and … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Education, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged Award, climate change, EAIE, Excellence in Internationalisation, higher education, inclusivity, International Mobility Strategic Plan, Muhammed Topdas, Newcastle University, NUWE, Professor Chris Day, Professor Ievgenii Gerasimov, sustainability, UK–Ukraine Twinning Initiative, University of Sanctuary, War Childhood Museum
(IN BRIEF) The Knowledge and Innovation Covenant (KIC) has awarded funding to three projects under the ‘Collaboration in mission-driven innovation’ call. These projects involve interdisciplinary consortia of knowledge institutions, private entities, and public partners. The research aims to explore ways … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Brilliant Planet has teamed up with Schneider Electric and Platinum Electrical Engineering to implement the EcoStruxure Automation Expert solution for its low-cost, algae-based carbon capture technology. By growing microalgae in open-air pond-based systems, Brilliant Planet can sequester carbon … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A recent study conducted by a researcher from the University of York highlights that all UK habitats will face significant challenges due to climate change in the coming years. The study analyzes past and future climate data, current … Read the full press release
Posted in Agriculture, Business, Environment, Industrial, Management, News, Science, United Kingdom
Tagged climate change, Dr Oliver Pescott, Dr Oliver Wilson, UK Habitats, University of York, Vulnerabilities
(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the Climate Governance Initiative (CGI) have collaborated to launch Chapter Zero Egypt, a platform aimed at promoting effective climate governance practices among businesses and financial institutions in Egypt. Chapter … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged "Chapter Zero Egypt", Ahmed El Sewedy, CGI, climate change, Climate Governance Platform, EBRD, economy, Julie Baddeley, Khalid Hamza, partnership, sustainability, Tarek El Molla, Yasmine Fouad
(IN BRIEF) The European Parliament has adopted its position on a nature restoration law, aiming to combat climate change and biodiversity loss. MEPs support restoration measures covering at least 20% of EU land and sea areas by 2030, highlighting the … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola and the Business Association for the Development and Promotion of Electric Mobility (AEDIVE) have formed an alliance to accelerate the electrification of heavy road transport in Spain. The initiative aims to combat climate change, improve fuel efficiency, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Generali, as the presenting sponsor of the Barcolana sailing event, is supporting sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion. The event, organized by the Barcola and Grignano Sailing Club, will include the ‘Generali Women in Sailing’ Trophy, awarded to the … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Insurance, Italy, Marketing, Media, Sports
Tagged #WomenInSailing, Andrea Sironi, Barcolana, Barcolana 55, climate change, Dee Caffari, diversity, equity, female skipper, gender equality, Generali, Generali Women in Sailing, Grignano Sailing Club, Inclusion, sailing, sailing event, sustainability, Vicky Song, Wendy Schmidt, women sailors
(IN BRIEF) A report by the European Investment Bank (EIB) highlights the importance of nature-based solutions in building resilient societies in the face of climate change. The report calls for regulatory and subsidy reforms and a more flexible range of … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) During the World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) 2023, environment-focused directors from leading Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) met to discuss the circular economy for the first time. The African Development Bank (AfDB), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Environment, Financial, Finland, Luxembourg, Management
Tagged AfDB, African Development Bank, biodiversity loss, circular economy transition, climate change, EBRD, EIB, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, European Investment Bank, IDB, IDB Invest, Inter-American Development Bank, MDBs, Multilateral Development Banks, pollution, WCEF, World Bank, World Circular Economy Forum
(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and Extreme E have partnered to protect Scotland’s Atlantic salmon from the impacts of climate change. Extreme E, an eco-conscious, all-electric motorsport series, aims to raise awareness about climate change while showcasing damaged environments. The racing series … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Canada has joined the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)’s High-Impact Partnership for Climate Action (HIPCA), strengthening its support for climate action. HIPCA, launched at COP26 in 2021, focuses on combating climate change and environmental degradation through … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) KfW Development Bank celebrates the two-year anniversary of the Legacy Landscapes Fund (LLF), an initiative for biodiversity conservation. The LLF provides long-term financing for protected areas in developing countries, ensuring effective conservation efforts. It has achieved significant progress, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The EIB Group and Santander have signed an agreement to support energy efficiency investments in Portugal through a synthetic securitization transaction. The partnership aims to finance the construction of nearly-zero-emissions buildings and the renovation of existing residential properties … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, European Union, Financial, Investment, Portugal, Real Estate
Tagged Amílcar Lourenço, climate change, CO2 emissions, EED, energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, EPBD, George Passaris, Manuel Preto, Marjut Falkstedt, NECP, PORTUGAL, Red, renewable energ, Renewable Energy Directive, renovation of residential properties, Ricardo Mourinho Félix, Santander, sustainable mortgages, synthetic securitization transaction, The EIB Group, zero-emissions buildings
(IN BRIEF) The British Science Association (BSA) has announced the selection of three experts from the University of Exeter as Scientific Section Presidents for the 2023 British Science Festival. Professor Tim Lenton will serve as the Geology President, focusing on … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Environment, Science, Society, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged antifungal therapies, British Science Association, British Science Festival, BSA, climate change, combat antifungal drug resistance, Earth System Science, ethnicity studies, fungal lung disease, Geology, INNOVATION, Medical Mycology, Medical Sciences, Professor Elaine Bignell, Professor Katharine Tyler, Professor Tim Lenton, race, RESEARCH, scientific minds, Scientific Section Presidents, the University of Exeter, Tipping Points
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) will provide a €170 million guarantee to Finnvera Plc to finance approximately €280 million of investment by small companies in Finland. The support of the InvestEU programme enables the guarantee to trigger more … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Finland, Investment, Luxembourg, Small Business, Technology
Tagged climate change, digitalisation, EIF, energy transformation, Finland, Finnvera, Finnvera plc, green transition, innovation loan, InvestEU programme, SMEs, The European Investment Fund
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank held a meeting at its headquarters in Luxembourg with representatives of civil society groups to discuss how the bank can respond better to global challenges including climate change, environmental degradation, poverty, and conflicts. The … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Economy, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, European Union, Financial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, Society
Tagged civil society groups, climate change, conflicts, environmental degradation, environmental groups, global challenges, poverty, The European Investment Bank, Transparency Policy, UN Sustainable Development Goals, Werner Hoyer
(IN BRIEF) Chemicals company Arkema is set to roll out its Climate fresk workshops to more employees. The workshops, which have already been held with over 1,000 employees, aim to increase awareness of climate change, its causes and effects, and … Read the full press release
Posted in Chemicals, Education, Environment, France, Industrial, Management, Media, News
Tagged Arkema, awareness, climate change, climate fresk, Hortense Blazsin, workshop
(IN BRIEF) The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) has gained its first corporate supporter, Water Plus, for their new initiative to research blue carbon capture. The partnership aims to accelerate research in the field of seaweed-based blue carbon capture … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Capgemini has been selected by Prométhée, a French NewSpace operator, to develop the mission center for its first European constellation, JAPETUS. The constellation, supported by CNES, the French Ministry of Economy, Finance, and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty, and … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Defence, European Union, France, Industrial, Science, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Capgemini, climate change, Cloud, CNES, Defense, deforestation, Denis Dallez, Earth observation, European constellation, European Union, France Relance, French Ministry of Economy, French NewSpace operator, illegal fishing, JAPETUS, Leanspace, mission center, nanosatellite constellations, nanosatellites, NextGenerationEU, Olivier Piepsz, Prométhée, SECURITY
(IN BRIEF) DNV, an independent energy expert and assurance provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC) to support their efforts in setting science-based targets for their net zero goals. EGPC is aiming … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Mitsubishi Corporation and Solidaridad have partnered to introduce energy-efficient cookstoves to smallholder cocoa farmers in Nigeria’s Ondo and Cross River states. Most rural households in Nigeria use traditional cookstoves made from mud or metal scraps, which require large … Read the full press release
Posted in Agriculture, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Netherlands, Non Profit, Society
Tagged climate change, cocoa farmers, cookstoves, Cross River, deforestation, dried coconut shells, Ernest Ita, Juliet Enang, Kenechukwu Onukwube, Makoto Saito, Mary Ovat, Mitsubishi Corporation, Nigeria, Ondo, pellets, Solidaridad
(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia will hold a conference discussing the loss of coastal heritage due to climate change, and how it can be addressed in policy. Despite the growing realisation that heritage losses due to climate change … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A new study by the University of East Anglia warns that continued warming of the climate would cause a rise in the number and spread of potentially fatal infections caused by bacteria found along parts of the coast … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has appointed Professor Hywel Williams as Co-Director of the Joint Centre for Excellence in Environmental Intelligence (JCEEI). The centre brings together leading researchers from the University and the Met Office to develop Environmental Intelligence … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Environment, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, News, Science, United Kingdom
Tagged appointment, biodiversity, Clean Air, climate change, flooding, Joint Centre for Excellence in Environmental Intelligence, leadership, Prof Kirstine Dale, Professor Gavin Shaddick, Professor Hywel Williams, UK, University of Exeter, urban heat
(IN BRIEF) Bekaert has announced its partnership with the Solar Impulse Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Bertrand Piccard, which aims to promote sustainable and profitable solutions. Through this partnership, Bekaert will have access to valuable resources and expertise in … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Researchers at Empa have conducted a study analyzing the impact of daylight-saving time on heating and cooling energy requirements for office buildings. The study suggests that the time change could lead to energy savings in offices due to … Read the full press release
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