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HubStar Announces New Approach to Workplace Decarbonization That Saves More Carbon Than a Tesla

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

HubStar , an industry leader in dynamic workplace management technology, today announced a new approach to workplace decarbonization through monitoring and predicting space utilization in real time.

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  • HubStar , an industry leader in dynamic workplace management technology, today announced a new approach to workplace decarbonization through monitoring and predicting space utilization in real time.
  • These underutilized spaces are hindering organizations from taking more effective steps towards workplace decarbonization.
  • Considering that emissions must be nearly halved by 2030 , new tools are urgently needed in workplace decarbonization arsenals.
  • The company provides a next-generation dynamic workplace platform to drive productivity, collaboration and workplace experience while reducing costs and emissions.

COP28 Announcement Pushes for More Timber in Construction and More Sustainable Forestry

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

The International Sustainable Forestry Coalition (ISFC), applauds the announcement made today at COP28 supporting the need to substantially increase the use of timber in construction as a vital decarbonisation strategy.

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  • The International Sustainable Forestry Coalition (ISFC), applauds the announcement made today at COP28 supporting the need to substantially increase the use of timber in construction as a vital decarbonisation strategy.
  • The announcement was made at a COP Presidency event under the auspices of the Forests and Climate Leaders Partnership (FCLP) which is co-chaired by the United States Special Presidential Climate Envoy, John Kerry and the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources for Ghana, Samuel Jinapor.
  • Such policies and approaches will result in reduced GHG emissions, and an increase in stored carbon.
  • We also need to replace plastics with fibre based products and bring sustainably produced bio-based materials at scale into textiles and fuels and pharmaceutical production systems.

The Fifth Annual Milken Institute Middle East and Africa Summit Returns to Abu Dhabi

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

The Milken Institute’s fifth annual Middle East and Africa (MEA) Summit will take place December 7-8, 2023 at the Rosewood Hotel Abu Dhabi.

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  • The Milken Institute’s fifth annual Middle East and Africa (MEA) Summit will take place December 7-8, 2023 at the Rosewood Hotel Abu Dhabi.
  • "This year’s Middle East and Africa Summit will focus on solutions to some of the challenges in the region that have global import," said Richard Ditizio , CEO of the Milken Institute.
  • The Milken Institute has a long-standing commitment to advancing solutions to global issues, and the MEA Summit is a testament to that commitment.
  • The Milken Institute will live-stream the Middle East and Africa Summit public sessions, expanding access to the event.

BlueNalu Welcomes Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed to Its Corporate Advisory Board

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

BlueNalu, a global leader in the development of cell-cultured seafood announced today the addition of His Royal Highness Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud to its esteemed corporate advisory board during the 28th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP 28) in Dubai, UAE.

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  • BlueNalu, a global leader in the development of cell-cultured seafood announced today the addition of His Royal Highness Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud to its esteemed corporate advisory board during the 28th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP 28) in Dubai, UAE.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231205381996/en/
    Pictured at COP 28 in Dubai, UAE: His Royal Highness Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud of KBW Ventures and Lou Cooperhouse, founder, president & CEO of BlueNalu.
  • In 2019, BlueNalu established its corporate advisory board, which consists of influential leaders who have been instrumental in supporting the company’s strategic objectives.
  • “I am excited to join forces with BlueNalu and its distinguished corporate advisory board to further its mission to bring ethical cell-cultured seafood to global markets,” said Prince Khaled.

Citi GPS Report Outlines How to Mobilize Climate and Development Finance during COP28

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

“While the mismatch challenge is at the heart of the issue, it is a relatively simple one in essence,” says Jason Channell, Head of Sustainable Finance, Citi Global Insights.

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  • “While the mismatch challenge is at the heart of the issue, it is a relatively simple one in essence,” says Jason Channell, Head of Sustainable Finance, Citi Global Insights.
  • The second report focuses on the connections between food, water and climate – known as the food, water and climate nexus.
  • The report analyses how climate change impacts water supplies, it can also impact global food production and hence global food security.
  • “Business revenues are also likely to suffer: the Citi GPS analysis estimates that over $3 trillion of public companies’ revenues are at risk,” she adds.

As Sustainability Work Accelerates, ADM Issues First Annual Report on Regenerative Agriculture

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

ADM (NYSE:ADM), a global leader in sustainable agriculture supply chains, today issued its inaugural annual Regenerative Agriculture Report .

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  • ADM (NYSE:ADM), a global leader in sustainable agriculture supply chains, today issued its inaugural annual Regenerative Agriculture Report .
  • “This work is critical to our company and to our planet.
  • And just last week, ADM announced the launch of its regenerative agriculture program in Brazil, which is targeting 300,000 acres by 2027.
  • ADM will also be featuring regenerative agriculture on the COP Presidency Stage on December 4.

ISFC to Focus on Central Role of Forestry Sector at COP28

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

The International Sustainable Forestry Coalition (ISFC) will be representing some of the world’s largest companies engaged in sustainable forestry at COP28, and will be promoting the role of forestry and land-use in the global climate transition.

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  • The International Sustainable Forestry Coalition (ISFC) will be representing some of the world’s largest companies engaged in sustainable forestry at COP28, and will be promoting the role of forestry and land-use in the global climate transition.
  • Nations must find a way to reduce emissions by 43% by 2030 if we are to avoid the worst effects of climate change.
  • With greater investment, forestry and land management could contribute up to 25% of the emissions reductions needed to reach net zero.
  • Forestry represents a significant opportunity to accelerate the transition to a circular bioeconomy as a solution to both climate risks and sustainable urbanization.

Adani Power to Co-fire Green Ammonia at its Mundra Plant for a Sustainable Future

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

As part of the project, the Mundra Plant, which is India’s largest private sector power plant, will co-fire up to 20% green ammonia in the boiler of a conventional coal fired 330MW Unit.

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  • As part of the project, the Mundra Plant, which is India’s largest private sector power plant, will co-fire up to 20% green ammonia in the boiler of a conventional coal fired 330MW Unit.
  • Green ammonia, produced from green hydrogen, which in turn is produced through electrolysis using renewable energy, would be a feedstock for the boilers.
  • Combustion tests at IHI’s facility in Japan have begun with 20% ammonia blend, simulating Mundra Power Station equipment.
  • The Mundra plant is the first location outside of Japan to have been selected for this cutting-edge green initiative.

Viridi Expands Sustainability Efforts with Industry Leader Evan van Hook

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Van Hook was previously Honeywell’s Chief Sustainability Officer, where he led the multinational conglomerate’s health, safety, environment, product stewardship, and sustainability efforts for two decades, leading that company’s more than 90% reduction in greenhouse gases in its facilities and operations.

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  • Van Hook was previously Honeywell’s Chief Sustainability Officer, where he led the multinational conglomerate’s health, safety, environment, product stewardship, and sustainability efforts for two decades, leading that company’s more than 90% reduction in greenhouse gases in its facilities and operations.
  • “Evan van Hook brings an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience to the Viridi team that will bolster our efforts to innovate the future of power,” said Viridi CEO Jon M. Williams.
  • “Sustainability is at the core of our work, and I can think of no one better suited to lead our efforts in this space.
  • “Viridi has quickly become a leader in the energy revolution, working at the forefront of efforts to create new, much-needed methods of safe energy storage,” van Hook said.

ADM Expands Support for Sustainability, Food Security with Launch of Regenerative Agriculture Program in Brazil

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

ADM, a leader in sustainable agriculture supply chains, today announced an important expansion of its global regenerative agriculture efforts with the launch of its program in Brazil.

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  • ADM, a leader in sustainable agriculture supply chains, today announced an important expansion of its global regenerative agriculture efforts with the launch of its program in Brazil.
  • The Brazil program aims to promote and support sustainable agricultural production with a focus on soil health, biodiversity protection, improved soil fertility and resilience, and increased farm productivity.
  • “We’re proud to expand our global efforts and launch our regenerative agriculture program in Brazil,” said Luciano Souza, ADM's grains director for South America.
  • ADM will also be featuring regenerative agriculture on the COP Presidency stage on December 4.