Industry Voices
The built environment’s carbon impact cannot be fully addressed without looking at the entire lifecycle of a building. Director of Sustainability Wijnand Bruinsma calls for a strategic shift in green building certifications to ensure they account for long-term sustainability.
While SAF shows promise as a key decarbonization tool for aviation, cost disparities and supply limitations slow its adoption. Gerardo Muñoz discusses how digital innovation can drive the scaling of SAF production to meet 2050 targets.
Brian Conroy, EVP at IDA Ireland, discusses Ireland’s wind energy policies and infrastructure, emphasizing its potential as a location for green tech expansion.
Quote of the Week

"To turn off the tap on plastic pollution, we have to go to the source. And the source is not us, the consumers. It's the corporate board rooms." ~ Vojtech Vosecky

Resources

ESG Materiality Assessments: Practical Guidance and Best Practices

Whether your organization is just getting started with ESG or you already have several initiatives in place, identifying and prioritizing the topics that matter to your company and its stakeholders is the first step to developing and implementing a focused and successful ESG strategy. Learn how in our eBook.

What to Know About Wastewater Treatment

Although wastewater is a byproduct of nearly every industry, its treatment and recycling process is anything but easy. Learn about the risks associated with improper wastewater treatment and how sustainability leaders effectively manage wastewater to create value.
Business
Sustainability programs often fail due to a disconnect between technical and management teams, leading to underperformance. William Borges and John Grosskopf explain how creating well-structured Sustainability Management Systems (SMS) can align organizational efforts and drive continuous improvement.
Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) audit programs are critical for maintaining regulatory compliance, safeguarding employee well-being, and minimizing environmental impacts. However, their …
Industries

Tokyo Steel Launches a New Era of Green Steel with enso Brand

Tokyo Steel Japan has announced the launch of its new proprietary green steel brand, enso. The enso circle, deeply symbolic in Japanese culture, represents eternity, infinity, harmony, balance, and …

Infrastructure

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 …

Technology

As Musk's Memphis Supercomputer Launches, Concerns Raised Over xAI’s Gas Turbines and Air Permit Compliance

Memphis community groups are concerned xAI’s Colossus facility is driving pollution with unpermitted gas turbines, exacerbating the region's long-standing air quality issues. (Photo Credit: Unsplash+)

A coalition of environmental and community organizations has raised concerns about xAI's gas turbines in Memphis, Tennessee, alleging that the company failed to obtain necessary air permits for its …

Shout Out of the Week
Emissions + Pollution

Cumbria Wildlife Trust's Ambitious Plan to Create England's Highest Nature Reserve

In a bold move that would restore and protect one of the UK's most iconic landscapes, Cumbria Wildlife Trust has launched a public appeal to acquire Skiddaw Forest in the Lake District. This …

How Fossil Fuel Lobbying Shaped Canada’s Federal Climate Policies in 2023

In 2023, Canada's fossil fuel industry flexed its lobbying muscles, ramping up efforts to influence federal climate policies and protect its interests. A recent report by Environmental Defence …
Supply Chain

U.S. Steel Faces Setback as Biden Administration Signals Intent to Block Nippon Steel Merger

U.S. Steel Corp.'s stock tumbled nearly 18% on Wednesday following reports that President Joe Biden plans to block the company’s proposed $14.9 billion merger with Japan’s Nippon Steel due to national security concerns.

U.S.-Australia Partnership Expands with Single Point of Entry for Critical Minerals Financing

Export Finance Australia (EFA) and the Export-Import Bank of the United States (U.S. EXIM) have launched a Single Point of Entry (SPE) for critical minerals financing, marking a significant milestone …
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Scale Sustainable Facility Upgrades and Reduce Energy Costs

Manufacturing companies often grapple with energy efficiency improvements and facility upgrades, especially when limited by capital constraints. In this upcoming webinar, Redaptive will showcase innovative approaches to overcoming these challenges, enabling manufacturers to achieve substantial energy savings and scale sustainability initiatives without heavy upfront investments.

Demand Response: An Easy Win for Your Decarbonization Strategy

Rising energy demand, regulatory changes, and a push for cleaner energy are reshaping the grid. Learn how demand response can be your quick win for decarbonization. Join experts from Enel North America in this webinar to discover how integrating demand response into your strategy can deliver both economic and environmental benefits without heavy investments.

Evaluating EHS Audit programs – How Effective is Yours?

In this presentation, we’ll explore why it’s crucial to regularly assess your EHS audit program, the methods for doing so, and the standards for a thorough review. We’ll also cover how to report findings effectively and address improvement opportunities strategically, enhancing your program’s efficiency and impact. This session will provide actionable insights to elevate your EHS audit practices.
Sustainability Unveiled Podcast

5G Wireless Radiation Exposed: The Hidden Health Dangers

What specific health risks associated with 5G wireless radiation does Kent Chamberlin identify, and what practical steps does he suggest individuals take to mitigate these risks while advocating for stronger industry regulations?

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