Backlash against ESG investments in US ‘having no effect’, study finds
A recent backlash against ESG investment in the United States, driven by conservative politicians and lobby groups, appears to have no effect.
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The total cost of ownership of a mid-sized electric SUV can vary by as much as $52,000 over the vehicle’s entire lifespan.
Effect of sustainable practices on financial performance explored in new study
A recent study published in the Scientific Reports journal outlines the consequences of sustainable practices by businesses.
Halving nitrogen pollution from food production achievable, study claims
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Data-driven action for agriculture and food systems change a priority, report says
A new report from the Food Systems Countdown to 2030 Initiative (FSCI) has urged those involved in the agriculture and food industries to better utilise data.
Greenhouse gas emissions down 22% in European Union compared to 2008
Greenhouse gas emissions generated from economic activities in the European Union were 22% lower last year than they were in 2008.
Leading global firms cutting business travel emissions, study finds
Close to half of the world’s biggest companies have cut their emissions associated with business travel by more than 50% since 2019, a new study by Transport & Environment has found.
Over half of travel industry professionals call for ‘urgent’ acceleration of net zero progress
More than half (53%) of ESG professionals within the travel industry believe that progress towards achieving a net zero sector by 2050 needs to be ‘accelerated urgently’.
Could ‘gamification’ be the solution to shaping green consumer behaviour?
The impact of ‘gamification’ on green consumption behaviour is the topic of a new paper in the Scientific Reports journal, following efforts by China to prompt consumers to make more sustainable choices.
‘Widening gap’ between those taking the most action on climate change, and the least
There is a widening gap between businesses that are taking the most action when it comes to climate change, and those that are doing the bare minimum.