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Sustainability solutions firm publishes report on state of decarbonisation
Supply Chain

Sustainability solutions firm publishes report on state of decarbonisation

Australian organisations have made progress in decarbonisation but face major barriers, says ENGIE Impact's Net Zero Report.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Mar 2023

Global Stories

Net Zero stories

Westcon-Comstor shares global carbon emissions details in new report
Supply Chain

Westcon-Comstor shares global carbon emissions details in new report

Westcon-Comstor reveals decrease in direct emissions but a rise in supply chain emissions, as it strives to meet sustainability targets.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Oct 2023
Salesforce AI innovations boost ESG reporting in Net Zero Cloud
Data Analytics

Salesforce AI innovations boost ESG reporting in Net Zero Cloud

Powered by Einstein, Net Zero Cloud's generative AI capabilities will suggest reliable, auto-generated responses for ESG reports.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Sep 2023
Energy crisis expected to impact net zero plans - Schneider Electric
IT Automation

Energy crisis expected to impact net zero plans - Schneider Electric

81% of business leaders at UK and Irish data centres say the energy crisis will impact their organisation's ability to meet its emissions reduction plans.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Sep 2023
Micro Focus appoints Richard Everett as CEO – ANZ
Data Privacy

Micro Focus appoints Richard Everett as CEO – ANZ

Richard Everett appointed as MD of Micro Focus ANZ, focusing on growth areas like cybersecurity and AI data analytics.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Dec 2022

Stories from Other Regions

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Not using Artificial Intelligence is a gross dereliction of duty
Digital Transformation

Not using Artificial Intelligence is a gross dereliction of duty

Generative AI developments have been in the works for years, but this year, it arrived - and we can see and feel it.

By Baroness Martha Lane Fox • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Oct 2023
How long do we have to limit global warming?
Sustainability

How long do we have to limit global warming?

Scientists say the remaining carbon budget for a 1.5°C warming limit could run out within six years at current emissions levels.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Oct 2023
How will new energy standards affect Australia’s building sector?
Sustainability

How will new energy standards affect Australia’s building sector?

Homes could cost slightly more to build, but lower energy bills and emissions are expected as Australia lifts its NatHERS bar to seven stars.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 27th Aug 2023
NIWA invests $5m in extreme weather research
Agricultural Technology

NIWA invests $5m in extreme weather research

Additional funding will boost flood forecasting and climate adaptation work after recent cyclones exposed gaps in New Zealand's resilience.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Aug 2023
Unpacking the buzzword ‘sustainability’
Risk & Compliance

Unpacking the buzzword ‘sustainability’

In civil construction, the concept hinges on system boundaries, with finite resources, waste and carbon shaping whether projects can endure.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2023
More consideration needed for construction in emissions plan
Supply Chain

More consideration needed for construction in emissions plan

Civil contractors warn the next emissions plan could slow vital infrastructure delivery unless it backs proven low-carbon options and recycling.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 13th Jul 2023
Going renewable won’t hurt unless you’re very rich
Climate change

Going renewable won’t hurt unless you’re very rich

Most stranded fossil fuel losses would hit the richest households, while governments could cheaply shield lower-income savers in affluent countries.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jul 2023
Architecture firm sets lofty carbon goal
Digital Transformation

Architecture firm sets lofty carbon goal

The move could cut the climate impact of its 300 live projects, with one office tower already delivering a 5,000 ton emissions saving.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Mon, 15th May 2023
Australia looks offshore to achieve net-zero
Power / Energy

Australia looks offshore to achieve net-zero

Offshore wind could help bridge Australia’s huge clean-power gap, with grid demand set to double by 2050 under net zero plans.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sun, 9th Apr 2023
Why knocking down warehouses is on the rise
Supply Chain

Why knocking down warehouses is on the rise

Older industrial stock is being bulldozed as occupiers demand taller, greener warehouses closer to customers, JLL says.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 19th Mar 2023
Optimising today’s workspaces with digital twins
Digital twins

Optimising today’s workspaces with digital twins

Hybrid working is driving up waste and costs in offices, as building managers struggle to predict occupancy and energy demand.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd Dec 2022
Mining act changes ‘at odds’ with climate change
Power / Energy

Mining act changes ‘at odds’ with climate change

Industry leaders say the rushed law change could deter investment in minerals needed for batteries, wind farms and other low-emissions infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Nov 2022