Breakthrough Energy Ventures (BEV), a Bill Gates-backed climate venture capital firm, has raised $839 million for its third flagship fund, BEV III. The raise, detailed in a regulatory filing, makes …
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The Carbon Trust, a global climate consultancy, has announced that Michael Rea has been appointed as its new Chief Executive Officer. This follows current CEO Chris Stark’s appointment to lead …
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KPMG has announced the launch of a new hub aimed at providing organisations and their stakeholders with the tools to be “clear” on climate in corporate reporting. The ‘Clear on …
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Oman Environment Authority has announced that it will hold the inaugural Oman Climate Week in Muscat from February 24-27, 2025. Organisers explained that the event series will explore the cooperation …
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A new report from scientists at World Weather Attribution, the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre and Climate Central assesses the influence of human-caused climate change on extreme heat waves …
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Big updates to global sustainability rulebook in 2024
by salehAs the planet continues to break climate records and corporations fail to take action, the world is witnessing a wave of policy and regulatory developments in the ESG and sustainability space aimed …
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Last month, the International Energy Agency’s ministerial gathering took place in Paris, while the African Union, which recently joined the G20, held its annual summit in Addis Ababa. Both fora …
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The concept of degrowth has recently captured the imagination of academics, activists, and politicians – particularly in rich countries – who are concerned about environmental sustainability and socioeconomic justice. Last …
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“People need to act fast”: Climatize’s Engi Jaber talks turning pledges into action & the recent Serco acquisition
by salehClimatize, a UAE-based sustainability and engineering consultancy, was founded back in 2018 as a one-stop solution provider for environment and sustainability. Over the years, the multi-award-winning consultancy, specialising in green …
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It is easy to see how Donald Trump’s election to a second term would negatively affect the world’s climate – and not just the political one. During his first term, …