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The zero-carbon business leader takes shape

Corporate Knights

At the recent United Nations COP26 climate summit in Glasgow, diplomats from nearly 200 countries struck a major agreement to increase the fight against climate change — establishing a consensus that more must be done to protect the planet. It’s a connected chain. Be selective with suppliers. According to the?

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UK Government appoints Arup as sustainability consultant for COP26

Envirotec Magazine

COP26 is to be held at the SEC, Glasgow, in November 2021. The UK Government, as hosts of the 26th UN Climate Change Conference (COP26), has selected engineering, design and consultancy firm Arup to help it achieve its ambition of delivering a sustainable summit.

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UK steel industry could expand in transition to zero carbon future, says report

Envirotec Magazine

Steel production is the world’s second biggest emitter of carbon dioxide after concrete, with an average of 1.85 With the UK preparing to host the UN Climate summit COP26 later this year, the report sets out an ambitious but practical proposal based upon the development of a DRI-hydrogen, electric arc furnace-based solution.

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Are you greenwashing, wishing or walking?

GreenBiz

We need to put a lot of zeros on the "More than 1,000 businesses" in order to get to a net-zero carbon economy. Many boardrooms around the world are presented with net-zero goals. Now, we are looking forward to COP26 in Glasgow and the stakes are high.

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The Business Imperatives of Sustainable Buildings

3BL Media

The report was launched at COP26 in Glasgow in November during the day dedicated to Cities, Regions and the Built Environment. From zero carbon offices in London and climate-ready schools in Lagos, to well-ventilated homes in Vancouver and healthy hospitals in Victoria – the case for green, healthy buildings is clear across the world.

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7 Companies Leading the Net Zero Energy Revolution

3BL Media

DESCRIPTION: Last year marked a global shift in corporations adopting low-carbon and net-zero pledges as experts at the United Nations Climate Change Conference , COP26, declared that the climate crisis is at a critical inflection point. C commitment and 7,126 companies have joined the Race to Zero. SOURCE: Antea Group.

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Why Working for Cisco Means Better Sustainability for the Future

Cisco CSR

Reem is hopeful that, “Cisco is driving around the digital divide, moving towards net zero carbon emissions, and building prosperity around the world.”. Webex provided a safe, secure option for delegates who were unable to attend in person to make connections and have these necessary conversations.