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Century Financial Joins UN Global Compact and Climate Ambition Accelerator

The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions through advanced GHG emissions monitoring, sustainable investment products, and energy efficiency upgrades while fostering a culture of sustainability among its employees.

Bringing Recycling to the Source with a Mobile Solution for Plastic Waste

<strong>The SortX mobile sorting container weighs just 6 tons, making it light enough for sea transport and deployable in areas previously considered too remote for effective waste processing. </strong>

STADLER Anlagenbau GmbH, a longtime leader in recycling technologies, has teamed up with environmental startup everwave to launch SortX, the world’s first mobile sorting container. This innovative system, debuting in September 2024, aims to tackle plastic pollution directly at its source by bringing sorting capabilities to remote river cleanup sites.

Eskom’s Air Quality Initiative Brings Cleaner Energy to Mpumalanga Communities

Eskom has achieved a significant milestone in its Masibambisane Air Quality Offset (AQO) project, aimed at reducing harmful indoor emissions and improving the quality of life for low-income households near its Mpumalanga power stations.

Siemens and Merck Collaborate to Advance Digital Transformation in Manufacturing

An established partnership is set to transform production processes with cutting-edge digital solutions, enhancing efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability across various industries.

Electrifying powered industrial trucks is an overlooked emission reduction strategy

Sustainability is top of mind for supply chain managers, with 93% prioritizing emissions reduction. However, despite the clear environmental and financial benefits of electrifying powered industrial trucks, only 17% of operations have fully made the switch, leaving significant room for improvement and opportunity.

EV Charging Stations Spark Boost in Local Business Revenue

<strong>Businesses within 100 meters of new EV charging stations saw the highest increase in customer spending, highlighting the hyperlocal economic impact of this green infrastructure. </strong>(Photo Credit: Unsplash.com)

A recent study by MIT researchers has shed light on an unexpected benefit of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations: increased revenue for nearby businesses. The research, published in Nature …

Retrofitting Office Real Estate to Meet the Sustainability Challenge

According to Knight Frank’s data, those who view ESG strategies as a critical factor in their real estate decisions typically require 4.2 amenities on average for their workforce, with high demand for food and beverage services, mental health spaces, and gyms. (Photo Credit: Unsplash+)

Global real estate advisor Knight Frank has released the first part of a new report series, "Meeting the Commercial Property Retrofit Challenge," addressing the rising challenges posed by …

Evolving Business Ethics: How Corporate Integrity is Redefined in Today’s Market

Discover how businesses can navigate the evolving landscape of corporate ethics, where over 60% of young consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products. (Credit: Canva Pro)

As the business landscape evolves, so does the understanding of corporate ethics and integrity. In a recent conversation with Jessica Hunt, an expert in business ethics, Alison Taylor unpacked how …

Industry Highlights
Aviation
A Toulouse-based developer specializing in aviation-grade fuel cell technology, H3 Dynamics, has been chosen by the European Union-funded Clean Aviation research initiative, HyPoTraDe, to provide its …
Edinburgh Airport has reached a significant milestone in its journey towards sustainability by achieving Level 4 ‘Transformation’ in the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program, marking it as …
In the pursuit of greener aviation, an unexpected discovery has surfaced. More fuel-efficient aircraft, intended to reduce environmental impact, may actually be increasing the climate effects of …
Recycling
Two months ago, a significant regulatory change occurred across the European Union : as of July 3, 2024, single-use plastic bottles must now have their caps or lids attached. While this may seem like …
In our previous discussion with Jack (Tato) Bigio, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of UBQ Materials, we covered how their technology helps reduce methane emissions. Now, we focus on how UBQ Materials is …
The Green Bay Packers have partnered with Batteries Plus, the nation’s leading specialty battery retailer, to launch an impactful battery recycling initiative to educate and raise awareness among …
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Save Yourself From Spam and Scams

(NAPSI)—When your phone rings­—don’t answer it. At least, not unless you’ve a good idea of who’s calling. After all, your phone is like your house. You deserve to know whom to let in. …

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Highest-earning poker players of all time

BestOdds compiled a ranking of the highest-earning poker players of all time using data from The Hendon Mob. Winnings are inflation-adjusted.

How scammers use QR codes to steal—and how you can protect yourself

Uniqode analyzed best practices shared by law enforcement to compile a list of safety tips for consumers when using QR codes in public.

Why Canadian nurses should explore the US travel nursing market

Vivian Health examines the opportunity for Canadian nurses to try travel nursing in the U.S., including insider tips from two Canadian nurses who have successfully made the transition.

Balancing act: Why you shouldn't empty your savings to pay off debt

Prosper explains the do's and don'ts of paying off your debt and becoming financially responsible.

How to Get the Health Care You Want and Need

(Family Features) While Baby Boomers are living longer than prior generations, they are more likely to struggle to get the care they need due to financial challenges, hard-to-navigate health insurance coverage.

The FAFSA rollout mess hurt low-income students the most

Economic Hardship Reporting Project and Teen Vogue detail how the late rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is impacting prospective college students
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