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IKEA Australia Slashes Climate Footprint by 89% While Growing Revenue by 68%
IKEA Australia has cut its operational climate footprint by 89% since FY16 while growing revenue by 68%. Key milestones include 100% renewable electricity, a 37% reduction in food waste, and a $4.5 million investment in EV infrastructure. The company has also hired refugees, supported domestic violence survivors, and reduced its gender pay gap to 3.5%, proving that sustainability and business success can go hand in hand.
28 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Airbus Reconfirms Commitment to Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft, Chooses Fuel Cell Technology
Airbus has reaffirmed its commitment to hydrogen-powered aviation, selecting fuel cell technology for its zero-emission aircraft. The company now focuses on developing storage, distribution, and regulatory frameworks to bring hydrogen aircraft to commercial reality.
26 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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JLL Acquires Clean Energy Investment Bank Javelin Capital
JLL has acquired Javelin Capital, a clean energy-focused investment bank, to strengthen its energy and infrastructure capital markets capabilities amid rapid growth in the sector.
25 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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BYD, Saudi Electricity Ink Deal for World’s Largest Battery Storage Project
BYD and Saudi Electricity Co. sign a record-breaking 12.5 GWh energy storage deal, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s renewable energy ambitions and boosting grid stability through advanced battery technology.
24 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Amazon Unveils Carbon Credit Investment Service to Support Net Zero Goals
Amazon has launched a carbon credit investment service, helping companies in its value chain access high-quality credits for net zero goals. The service will focus on deforestation prevention, forest restoration, and technological carbon removal, ensuring transparency and scientific rigor in the voluntary carbon market.
23 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Apave Acquires Carbon Accounting Firm Aktio to Boost Decarbonization Expertise
Apave Group acquires carbon accounting firm Aktio, expanding its sustainability and decarbonization services. The newly formed Aktio-Apave will support businesses in carbon footprint measurement, climate strategy, and regulatory compliance.
23 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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SEC Extends Compliance Deadline for Names Rule, Impacting ESG and Thematic Funds
The SEC extends compliance deadlines for its Names Rule, giving ESG and thematic funds until 2026 to align investments with advertised strategies, minimizing operational costs.
20 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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LRQA Expands Sustainability Expertise with EcoEngineers Acquisition
LRQA has acquired EcoEngineers, enhancing its energy transition consulting services. The move expands LRQA’s carbon accounting expertise while boosting its presence in the U.S. and Europe.
19 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Microsoft, SBM Offshore Partner to Develop AI-Powered Carbon-Free Floating Power Solutions
Microsoft and SBM Offshore are developing AI-driven floating power solutions to accelerate carbon-free electricity generation. The project starts in Norway and the UK, with global expansion plans.
18 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Tesla and SpaceX Challenge Trump's Tariff Policies, Citing Business Impact
Elon Musk's Tesla and SpaceX have raised concerns with the U.S. Trade Representative, arguing that Trump-era tariffs are increasing costs and harming their global competitiveness.
17 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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OpenAI and Musk Agree to Fast-Tracked Trial Over For-Profit Shift
OpenAI and Musk will face off in an expedited trial over the company’s shift to a for-profit model. Musk claims OpenAI has abandoned its mission, while Altman accuses Musk of anti-competitive tactics.
16 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Amazon, Google, Meta Join Pledge to Triple Global Nuclear Energy Capacity
Amazon, Google, and Meta have joined a pledge to triple nuclear energy capacity by 2050, ensuring sustainable power for the growing AI and data center industry.
13 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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