Ashley Bang, from the University of Oxford, won the Journal of Ecology Best Poster Award at the 2024 European Congress of Conservation Biology. In this blog post, Ashley, discusses her thesis: Opportunities to balance urbanization, climate change, and nature conservation policy agendas via nature-based solutions: A case study of Hong Kong. In light of the […]
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COP29, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, concluded after intense negotiations, with significant climate finance and policy decisions on the table. While key agreements were reached, challenges remain—particularly in securing the funds and support needed for the world’s most vulnerable nations. Here’s a breakdown of the summit’s five critical takeaways and what they mean for the future […]
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Groundbreaking SAF Partnership: HSBC Hong Kong secures 3,400 metric tonnes of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from EcoCeres, contributing to a reduction of 11,800 metric tonnes of carbon emissions. Decarbonization and Innovation: The partnership supports Hong Kong’s ambitions as a regional SAF hub and aligns with global decarbonization goals. EcoCeres’ SAF, made from waste-based biomass feedstock, […]
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At the conclusion of the COP29 summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, a landmark climate finance agreement was reached, with rich nations pledging to pool at least $300 billion annually by 2035 to help developing countries address the impacts of climate change. This commitment aims to support a broad range of efforts, from transitioning to clean energy […]
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BP and its partners have made a significant move in advancing Indonesia’s energy transition with a $7 billion investment in the Tangguh Ubadari Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) project. Set to commence in 2028, the project will enhance gas production and sequestration capabilities, marking a milestone for Indonesia as the country’s first large-scale CCUS […]
Continue ReadingThis Fund will be financed through the auctioning of up to 25 million allowances from the EU Emission Trading System (ETS), estimated to be worth around €2 billion. More than half will be invested in new renewable energy supply on the islands, including photovoltaic systems, offshore wind farms and stand-alone storage systems. The Fund will […]
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ExxonMobil is set to expand its chemical recycling operations in North America with a significant investment of over $200 million in its facilities in Baytown and Beaumont, Texas. This expansion is part of the global petrochemical giant’s broader strategy to enhance its sustainability efforts and meet its ambitious recycling goals. The expansion, which is expected […]
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In a recent development and as the global food industry grapples with escalating operational costs, labor shortages, and stricter sustainability mandates, food processors worldwide are reassessing their cold chain logistics strategies. The latest insights, based on the October 2024 report from Rabobank, titled “Do It or Buy It? Global Food Processors Rethink Logistics Outsourcing Strategies,” […]
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On August 30, 2024, the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy (MOTIE) of South Korea announced revisions to the Enforcement Order of the Energy Use Rationalization Act, with the updated regulations set to take effect on September 1, 2024. These revisions modify the surcharge imposition timeline for automakers that fail to meet required fuel efficiency […]
Continue ReadingJane Whitfiled of Elite Law discusses the implications for charitieis in resppect of transparency and ESG Why Transparency Matters In an age where accountability is not just expected but demanded, transparency has become the cornerstone of responsible governance. This is particularly true for charities, whose purposes depend on public trust. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) […]
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