Transformative Echoes: UN-Habitat’s Resounding Impact on COP28’s Global Stage January 19, 2024 In the bustling corridors of COP28, where global leaders converge to confront the existential threat of climate change, UN-Habitat took action. From 30 November to 12 December 2023, UN-Habitat has not merely participated in discussions but has emerged as a driving force, orchestrating a symphony of initiatives that underscore the organization’s commitment to sustainable urban [...]
Green alternatives: How investing in cannabis fuelled my hydrogen startup January 19, 2024 Green startups find it hard to get funding - but thinking outside the box can be rewarding.
The top three threats facing companies in 2024 – and how to prepare January 19, 2024 With businesses facing a unique convergence of risks in 2024, Axa deputy chief executive officer Frédéric de Courtois looks at how to prepare.
The Expanding Ambit of Palestine Activism January 18, 2024 | Sponsored This Sunday, six activists from Palestine Action were arrested over an alleged plot to disrupt trading at the London Stock Exchange. They were taken in on suspicion of conspiracy to cause criminal damage. This action is the latest in a significant rise in global campaigning criticising Israel’s war in Palestine, with activists condemning governments as [...]
Government’s controversial Drax biomass subsidy faces political backlash January 18, 2024 The UK government has published a consultation exploring different funding options for Drax's biomass-fired power plant
FCA to probe City firms on bullying and sexual misconduct reports January 18, 2024 City firms will be probed on how they deal with reports of workplace sexual harassment and bullying, including the use of NDAs, the financial watchdog has confirmed, after the limited progress of industry-led efforts.
The venture capitalists with a ‘shared vision to positively impact the world’ January 18, 2024 A group of venture capitalists have launched a £5m fund with the aim to invest in up to 12 businesses in the next 18 months.
Childcare costs mean it makes ‘no financial sense for many mothers to work’: official report January 17, 2024 London’s economy could be being held back by around £5bn a year due to issues with childcare costs and shortages.
Former Rolls-Royce CEO named chair of climate tech firm January 17, 2024 A former chief executive of Rolls-Royce has been named chairman of a UK-based climate technology company.
The Debate: Should the next government build more new towns? January 17, 2024 We are in the midst of a housing crisis and Labour has committed to a programme of new towns - so should the UK build more Peterboroughs and Stoke on Trents?