The goal of operational excellence and efficiency has emerged as a key concern as data centers change. The requirement for efficient simulation and testing environments has grown. This is because these mission-critical facilities get larger and more sophisticated. This is the point at which digital twins and virtualization combine to create something compelling. It has […]

Did you know that the data center market size is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.2% till 2030? This shows the growing demand for these facilities. Furthermore, these vast buildings, which house hundreds of servers and storage devices, require tremendous energy. This is to run and maintain a cool environment. Moreover, the growing […]

The rapid digital transformation today has made data centers come to the forefront of the digital infrastructure. Moreover, this rapid growth has brought sustainable practices and energy-efficient operations into focus. This is where the energy efficiency for data centers summit comes into force. The summit taking place on May 16-17, 2024, in Dallas TX, USA […]

Real-time data processing has become more and more in demand as a result of the IoT era. Edge computing has therefore come to be seen as a response to this need. Edge data centers are positioned strategically closer to end users and devices. It maximizes the energy economy and provides low-latency services. Furthermore, the growth […]

The global pivot toward sustainable transportation and renewable energy has given a boost to lithium-ion batters and in turn construction of gigafactories. The Global Summit on Gigafactory Design & Construction was held in Berlin, Germany on April 18-19, 2024. It emerged as a critical convergence point for industry pioneers to tackle this challenge of growing […]

Businesses are searching for innovative strategies when it comes to supply chain decarbonization. An effective remedy for it stands to be blue carbon. The term blue carbon describes the carbon that is taken up by coastal ecosystems. It includes salt marshes, seagrass meadows, and mangrove forests. Huge volumes of carbon dioxide can be stored in […]

The 2nd Scope 3 Emission Reduction Summit was held on April 18-19, 2024 in Berlin, Germany. Leaders in the industry, specialists, and decision-makers convened for this event. They discussed the difficult task of lowering Scope 3 emissions. Scope 3 emissions account for a substantial amount of a company’s carbon footprint. As a result, it is […]

The growth of data centers is showing unmatched signs of growth today. It makes the need for sustainable practices and operations that are energy efficient crucial. So, this is where data center standards and certification play a central role in making the industry go on an environment-friendly path. Furthermore, these standards and certifications provide a […]

Did you know that battery manufacturing is expected to grow more than 10 times by the end of the decade? This shows the demand for gigafactories and how they are transforming the manufacturing landscape. However, these colossal operations face a formidable challenge: equipment supply shortages. Addressing these supply chain bottlenecks has become a top priority […]

Energy-extensive data centers are on the upward thrust as digitalization grows. Moreover, the IT sector is predicted to account for around 7-20% of the world’s electricity intake by 2030. This shows the importance of sustainable energy alternatives. One potential possibility is integrating wind power to support data center activities. Data Center operators can reduce their […]

Did you know scope 3 emissions make up 65-90% of a company’s carbon footprint? It makes it crucial to comprehend Scope 3 emission hotspots to intervene effectively in the current sustainability initiatives. These emissions show the indirect effects on the environment of a company’s value chain. It includes the consumption of products by consumers, business […]

The shift to a more sustainable energy source has made battery gigafactories crucial to the development of a more sustainable future. These massive manufacturing facilities are under increasing pressure to reconsider their manufacturing procedures and supply chain plans in light of the circular economy. Gigafactory operators can reduce their environmental impact while creating new opportunities […]

The increase in energy demands and demand for data brings several challenges for data centers. These demands can no longer be completed through cooling systems that are conventional. Evaporative technologies in data centers come out as an effective solution in such a situation. What is evaporative technology in a data center you ask? It is […]

Gigafactories are a major force helping in the transition to renewable energy and EVs. It makes sustainable transport possible through the production of millions of lithium-ion batteries annually. However, the use of complex technologies in this process makes it susceptible to cyber attacks. This makes cybersecurity in gigafactory necessary throughout the process of planning and […]

Did you know that Scope 3 emissions account for over three-quarters of emissions from a company on average? These emissions occurring throughout the value chain can be challenging to avert. However, employees and consumers can be powerful elements to help a company in scope 3 emission reduction. It can help an organization get some innovative […]

Data centers are facing increasing challenges in maintaining a consistent and effective power supply. The reason stands to be the growing demand for processing power and data storage. Conventional grid-based power sources frequently experience fluctuations and interruptions. So, this results in expensive downtime and data loss. So, numerous data center operators have been motivated to […]

Optimizing gigafactory layouts has become essential for guaranteeing smooth gigafactory operations and maximizing production in the battery manufacturing industry. These enormous facilities, devoted to producing lithium-ion batteries on a never-before-seen scale, need careful planning and design. It helps to maximize productivity, reduce bottlenecks, and satisfy the growing demand for energy storage solutions.  This article explores […]

Today, businesses face rising pressure to reduce their carbon footprint owing to increasing climate change. Scope 3 emissions. These are the indirect emissions occurring through the value chain of a company accounting majority of the footprint. One of the major considerations to reduce this footprint should be product and packaging as they contribute a large […]

The reliance on data centers is increasing every day. This has led to cybercriminals and disgruntled insiders targeting facilities. The breach of data by them in turn results in data theft, service disruptions, financial losses, and reputational damage. Furthermore, the growth of adoption of IoT, edge computing, and more are making the attack surface larger. […]

If we look at traditional data center architecture, data needs to move from storage devices to compute resources for processing and then transfer back. This constant shuttling of data in data centers takes a lot of energy. This not only goes into the data transfer itself but also into giving power to the networking equipment […]

As companies work to decrease their Scope 3 emissions, which often make up most of their carbon footprint, regular methods alone may not be enough. Rules, investor hopes, and customer demands are coming together. This is to make decreasing Scope 3 emissions an important task, needing new thinking and bold actions. One area gaining interest […]

Did you know over 3.6 billion people already reside in areas that are highly susceptible to climate change? This necessitates immediate action to combat it. To do so, many people are turning to greener sources of energy worldwide. The emergence of EV cars and renewable energy like solar and wind are becoming major factors in […]

The Net Zero Ports And Harbours Summit was held on March 14-15, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. Furthermore, leaders in the field, decision-makers, and specialists came together for two days. They exchanged ideas, tactics, and state-of-the-art approaches. The goal was to decarbonize international ports and harbours. As essential entry points for international trade, ports and harbours […]

Data centers enable the digital world we see today. However, these large computing power plants have high energy costs. Consequently, they are under tremendous pressure in all storage areas to maintain balance. This is between environmental sustainability and efficiency. The reason remains the growing demand for data processing and storage. Energy efficiency is critical to […]

Data centers are energy-intensive facilities. Furthermore, they consume a lot of electricity to power their servers, cooling systems, and more. Moreover, they contribute around 2% of the greenhouse gas emissions globally. A solution to all of these challenges is location management for data centers. It can ensure the long-term sustainability of data center operations along […]

Water is an essential resource of life and it supports businesses, communities, and ecosystems at once. The demand for sustainable water management is growing. The reason stands to be urbanization, population expansion, climate change, and more. It poses an even bigger challenge when it comes to gigafactories. These factories make large-scale production of lithium-ion batteries […]

Corporations in their drive to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change are faced with the difficult challenge of addressing scope 3 emissions from the value chain. One large contributor to these indirect emissions is the operations of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). These act as suppliers, vendors, or service providers. So, […]

Did you know that climate change is one of the biggest threats to health facing humanity? Every year it takes the lives of over 13 million people. It impacts human health in aspects like respiratory diseases, water-borne diseases, etc. Moreover, it also leads to consequences for agriculture, biodiversity, the economy, and more. One of the […]

High-stakes battery production relies on precision and reliability. The complex combination of advanced technologies and a strong supply chain is important in this area. However, the supply chain challenges of ensuring a smooth flow of specialized battery manufacturing equipment have been getting tougher with the soaring global demand for batteries driven by surging electric vehicles […]

The manufacturing of batteries is a dynamic industry that is expanding quickly and creatively. Thus, cutting-edge technologies have the potential to completely change how gigafactories are planned and built. One such idea that is gaining momentum in a variety of businesses is digital twins. It aims to promote cost-effective operations, maximize resource utilization, and streamline […]

Climate change is an element that demands urgent tackling due to economic impacts, ecosystem disruption, and more. So, it has become the top priority for businesses worldwide. Moreover, as the effects of global warming increase, companies are under increased pressure to reduce the impact and shift to clean and renewable sources. Power purchase agreements are […]

The business landscape has become climate-conscious. So, companies are under constant pressure to measure and mitigate the environmental impact precisely. This is across each facet of their operations. Although there has been an increase in the pace of emission reduction initiatives, scope 3 emissions continue to provide a formidable barrier for tracking and management. In […]

Gigafactories are major facilities having intricate production lines and equipment. Moreover, these structures are built to meet the growing demand for batteries or electric components. Nevertheless, the scale of production this shows comes with a high energy demand. This demand is for vast assembly lines, climate control systems, equipment, and more. So, traditional heating and […]

Gigafactories are assuming a central role with time as the EV space is growing. These large facilities producing batteries apart from the production line and high tech demands one other requirement. This requirement is for precise control of humidity levels in the plant. This is where a gigafactory dry room comes into the picture. Specialized […]

The maritime industry faces an immense challenge. It must significantly reduce its climate impact. Developing green corridor operations emerges as a pivotal solution. Ports and harbors play a crucial role here. They serve as gateways for adopting transformative green technologies. These innovations can make maritime operations far more sustainable. This comprehensive article explores the cutting-edge […]

The marine sector is making great efforts to reduce carbon emissions from port and shipping activities. Two methods that ports are using to cut emissions are electrification and shore power. However, there are issues with uptime and dependability when charging infrastructure is scaled up. These can disrupt port operations. Furthermore, damaged or faulty charging stations […]

The electric vehicle space is booming and shows no signs of slowing down over the next decade. This has made automakers and cell manufacturers focus on undertaking gigafactory construction projects. These gigafactories show dedicated, large-scale manufacturing. Moreover, these are just designed to make lithium-ion batteries and packs to power electric vehicles.  However, making these complex […]

Electric vehicles and lithium-ion batteries are seeing a surging demand today. As a result, it has fueled a rapid expansion of gigafactories for battery manufacturing. So, each company is racing to establish large-scale production facilities worldwide.  Moreover, the need for flexibility and agility in the construction design is known.  This nimble manufacturing allows companies to […]

Ports worldwide are transitioning towards shore power and capabilities of cold ironing. This brings new risks in cyber threats that target these port charging networks. Electrification of ports holds immense significance for reducing environmental impact but the increased complexity gives way to interceptability. Cyber resilience or cyber security for shore power stands to be key […]

Climate change is accelerating and so is the need to curb emissions across complex supply chains. The 2nd Scope 3 Emission Reduction Summit aims to boost progress on this front by gathering corporate sustainability leaders from around the world to discuss initiatives and solutions. Ecohz has joined as a silver sponsor of the event to […]

Amidst the quickening climate crisis, companies must urgently cut greenhouse gas emissions. Achieving comprehensive net-zero emissions hinges on this crucial action across intricate global value chains. Many organizations have made progress in reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions from owned operations. However, fully addressing diffuse Scope 3 emissions remains a major challenge. Furthermore, scope 3 […]

As ports pursue decarbonization goals, accurately measuring greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is essential. It helps in establishing baselines, identifying reduction opportunities, and monitoring progress. Furthermore, port carbon footprinting provides a methodology for quantifying port-related emissions across all sources and activities.  By implementing comprehensive carbon footprinting, ports can gain granular visibility. This is into their carbon […]

As momentum builds worldwide to tackle climate change and decarbonize the transportation sector, global ports and harbors are increasingly focused on reducing their environmental impact. A key priority is enabling ships that call at their terminals to turn off their auxiliary engines while docked and plug into clean shoreside electricity.  This practice of providing onshore […]

Manufacturing is an energy-intensive process that accounts for over 25% of global greenhouse gas emissions. With rising costs and tightening regulations around carbon footprints, manufacturers are under pressure to operate more efficiently while minimizing environmental impact. Artificial intelligence presents a solution through intelligent production scheduling to optimize energy use and lowering emissions. So, in this […]

The transition to renewable energy is accelerating globally. It is driven by ambitious climate goals, falling technology costs, and rising demand. Furthermore, corporations are at the forefront of this shift. They are increasingly procuring renewables through power purchase agreements (PPAs). It helps to reduce emissions, lowers energy costs, and also meets sustainability commitments. In this […]

As countries and corporations around the world ramp up their climate ambitions and commit to aggressive emission reduction targets, a holistic approach to carbon accounting is crucial. While companies have made strides in improving energy efficiency and transitioning to renewable energy to reduce their direct Scope 1 and 2 emissions, Scope 3 emissions often form […]

As corporations worldwide set ambitious sustainability goals, the transition to renewable energy is accelerating. To meet emissions reduction targets, companies are increasingly procuring renewable energy through corporate power purchase agreements (PPAs). However, negotiating and managing PPAs requires expertise that many organizations need to gain. This is where advisors like Act Renewable provide critical guidance on […]

As more boats and ships switch to electric propulsion, there is a growing need for convenient, high-powered electric charging solutions at ports, marinas, and harbors globally. However, unlike electric cars which can use standardized connectors, there is currently a lack of consistency. This is the case when it comes to electric charging voltages and connectors […]

The transition to renewable energy is integral for corporations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint. Moreover, Power purchase agreements (PPAs) have emerged as a popular mechanism for procuring renewable energy. As a major player in this space, Axpo will share valuable insights at the upcoming Net Zero Energy Sourcing & Power Purchase Agreements summit in Berlin. […]

Did you know over the last decade energy storage has become a mainstream adoption rather than a niche technology? The declining costs of storage with supporting policies help in increasing deployment. Moreover, adding storage to renewables like solar, power, or wind is becoming an ideal strategy. It helps to increase the factors of capacity, optimize […]

On 1-2 February 2024, the food and beverage industry came together in Berlin, Germany for the 2nd Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum. This two-day event focused on the critical challenge of decarbonization and also strategies to achieve net zero emissions.  Throughout the forum, industry leaders, experts, and innovators shared their insights on the transition […]

The Net Zero Data Centre Summit was held on 1-2 February 2024 in Berlin, Germany. It brought together leading experts across the data centre industry. They discussed strategies and solutions for maximizing energy efficiency and minimizing carbon emissions. Organized by Future Bridge, the two-day summit provided an in-depth look at technologies, designs, and best practices […]

The distribution and logistics sector is at an inflection point. Pressure is mounting for logistics companies and shippers to take decisive climate action. This is with transportation accounting for nearly 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, logistics leaders recognize the scale of this challenge. So, 80% consider sustainability a top priority, but only 25% […]

Scope 3 emissions originating from a company’s supply chain often comprise the bulk of its carbon footprint. So, supplier engagement is critical for driving down these indirect greenhouse gas emissions. This is through collaboration, incentives, contractual requirements, and capability building.  This comprehensive guide provides proven strategies for getting suppliers to commit to emissions reductions. This […]

The energy landscape is transforming as corporations and governments worldwide push for decarbonization. Renewable energy sources like solar and wind are key pillars of this clean energy transition. However, corporations looking to procure clean power face challenges. So, it includes policy uncertainty, lack of procurement expertise, and more. Power purchase agreements (PPAs) have emerged as […]

As maritime industries urgently seek to decarbonize operations and supply chains, ports are positioned to play a pivotal role by harnessing renewable energy resources. Located at major coastal load centers with offshore access, ports possess the land, infrastructure, and grid connectivity needed to serve as renewable energy hubs for green power generation, storage, and distribution. […]

Ports are major hubs of economic activity and crucial links in global supply chains. However, they are also disproportionately vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. Moreover, they are significant contributors to greenhouse gas emissions. These are emissions from maritime operations, logistics, and assets. So, ports must urgently embrace port digitalization. It will help to […]

The transition away from fossil fuels is driving urgent demand for clean, low-carbon energy sources. Hydrogen has major potential as a renewable, universal fuel. It can displace hydrocarbon use. This is across transportation, power generation, heating, and industry. When produced via electrolysis powered by renewable electricity, hydrogen results in no carbon emissions when utilized.  However, […]

With climate change accelerating, data centres face growing pressure. It is to curb their substantial energy use and transition to renewable power sources. However, how can data centres achieve 24/7 carbon-free electricity while ensuring resilient operations? Data centre microgrids have emerged as a promising solution. It enables data centres to leverage local renewable generation and […]

Equipment-as-a-Service (EaaS) has recently emerged as an innovative new business model. It is gaining major traction among organizations. It includes especially the ones looking to significantly improve environmental performance. EaaS has the potential to unlock a multitude of sustainability benefits. These can dramatically enhance a company’s green credentials.  Let’s explore what makes Equipment-as-a-Service truly transformative […]

Virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs) have emerged as an innovative way for corporations to procure renewable energy. By contracting offsite projects remotely, Virtual PPAs allow companies to source clean power without major onsite investments. This approach offers considerable advantages. However, it also poses unique risks and challenges compared to traditional electricity procurement.  In this comprehensive […]

The data centre industry stands on the brink of a sustainability revolution. With energy consumption spiraling upwards, operators face mounting pressure. It comes from governments, investors, and the public to dramatically curb emissions. So, the race is on to find solutions that reconcile our insatiable demand for data. It comes with the urgent need to […]

Corporations around the world are increasingly looking to procure renewable energy. It helps to meet their sustainability goals and hedge against energy market volatility. Two of the most common ways for corporations to purchase renewable energy are power purchase agreements (PPAs) and energy attribute certificates (EACs). Both PPAs and EACs allow companies to power their […]

Renewable energy power purchase agreements (PPAs) have become an essential tool. They are powerful for corporations looking to procure clean power directly from wind, solar, and other renewable energy projects. However, PPA negotiations are complex. Multiple factors like project options, market conditions, risk exposure, and contract terms need to be balanced.  It is the only […]

Data centres have become essential digital infrastructures today. The reason stands to be the meteoric rise of data usage and cloud computing worldwide. However, their massive energy appetites and greenhouse gas emissions raise critical sustainability issues. As key stakeholders collectively target net zero emissions, events like February’s Net Zero Data Centre Summit in Berlin emerge […]

The global maritime shipping industry is embarking on an unprecedented transition. This is from conventional bunker fuels to low and zero-carbon alternative energy sources. It includes liquefied natural gas (LNG), methanol, biofuels, hydrogen, ammonia, batteries, wind power, and nuclear. So, this energy transformation is essential for the industry. It helps meet greenhouse gas reduction targets […]

The maritime industry is rapidly transitioning towards electrification and alternative fuels. It reduces emissions and meets sustainability goals. Ports play a crucial role in enabling and supporting the energy transition of ships. They provide shore power and charging infrastructure. So, developing effective port electrification strategies is key to facilitating vessel charging and supporting decarbonization. This […]

For corporations worldwide, Scope 3 emissions present the most complex piece of the climate puzzle. As indirect impacts from activities like raw material production, business travel, and product disposal, Scope 3 occurs outside a company’s operations. While these emissions compose the majority of total corporate footprints, their dispersed nature across murky supply chains makes Scope […]

Scope 3 emissions refer to indirect greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It occurs in a company’s value chain. As per the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, Scope 3 is an optional reporting category. It allows organizations to account for all remaining emissions in their value chain that are not captured under Scope 1 and Scope 2. Scope 3 […]

Reducing value chain emissions is becoming imperative for companies. This is as expectations grow for businesses to take responsibility for their full climate impact. While many organizations have made progress measuring and reducing scope 1 and 2 emissions from their operations, scope 3 emissions that occur across the broader value chain remain a blind spot […]

With the urgency of climate change intensifying, companies are scrambling to address their greenhouse gas footprints. While many focus first on reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions from their direct operations, Scope 3 poses a far greater challenge.  Moreover, scope 3 encompasses all indirect upstream and downstream emissions across a company’s entire value chain.  Tackling […]

The climate crisis demands urgent action across all sectors of the economy. For manufacturers, addressing Scope 3 emissions is essential. It meets ambitious decarbonization goals. Moreover, scope 3 emissions stem from activities upstream and downstream of a company’s direct operations. So, from raw materials to product disposal, the lifecycle of manufactured goods harbors major carbon […]

Offshore oil and gas platforms have traditionally relied on local gas or diesel turbines. This is to provide the electricity needed to power operations. However, transmitting renewable energy to platforms through subsea cables in the oil and gas industry presents a promising opportunity. It reduces the carbon footprint of offshore production. Moreover, electrifying operations with […]

The transition to clean energy faces major bottlenecks. It includes inadequate financing mechanisms and challenging power procurement processes. As a result, it limits the wider adoption of methods like renewable energy PPAs (Power Purchase Agreements). Furthermore, innovative financing structures and evolved PPA contract terms are critical. It unlocks the next wave of rapid corporate renewable […]

Corporate renewable energy procurement is accelerating rapidly. Multi-buyer agreements now comprise 15% of that demand, up from less than 5% in 2017. These structures aggregate corporations under shared contracts. As a result, it allows for steadier revenue streams for project developers while the buyers benefit from risk mitigation and reduced procurement costs. This article analyzes […]

With climate change accelerating, data centers find themselves in the crosshairs. Representing massive and growing energy loads, pressure mounts for these critical IT infrastructure hubs. It is the pressure to curb their emissions profile. But the path to net zero remains unclear for many operators. Moreover, progress depends on collaboration with others navigating the same […]

Did you know? The energy application centre for data centres is projected to consume more than 8 billion dollars this year. Further, a recent Uptime Institute survey of data centre operators globally found that merely 27% measure their environmental impact. So, it indicates much work lies ahead to curb runaway growth in consumption. However, pioneering […]

Did you know? The market for colocation data centre market is expected to reach  131 billion dollars by 20230. It is showing a significant increase from last year’s 57 billion dollars. As a result, curbing emissions from them has become imperative. So, to tackle this emerging crisis, over 100 international data centre leaders across disciplines […]

Our digital infrastructure stands at a crossroads today. Data centers, the beating heart of our online world, are also massive energy consumers. They collectively generate over 205 terawatt-hours annually. So, this equals a demand on par with a few country’s total demand. As emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and 5G go mainstream over the next […]

Data centres currently account for a great chunk of the global electricity demand. However, based on exponential growth, they could consume over 20% by 2030 if left unchecked. This creates an urgent imperative to curb emissions. That too at scale through optimized technical design across architecture, engineering, and IT systems over lengthy, multi-decade building lifecycles. […]

Data centres have seen massive growth worldwide. This is with rising global data production and computing needs. Furthermore, the sector’s footprint now represents nearly 1% of global electricity demand. It is even more than most countries. However, poor energy optimization sees the average data centre power usage effectiveness (PUE) languishing at a highly inefficient 1.57. […]

Climate change poses an existential threat to the resilience and prosperity of the food and beverage industry. Effective climate action has become pivotal for sustainable procurement in the food & beverage industry. This is with rising temperatures and extreme weather disrupting global agricultural production. Simultaneously, evolving stakeholder pressures around sustainable and ethical corporate conduct are […]

The global data centre industry is at an inflection point. With rapid digitalization across sectors, data traffic is expected to grow at a blistering 23% CAGR from 2021 to 2026. To keep pace, data centre workloads could triple over the next 5 years. However, this unprecedented growth would devour electricity if existing facilities remain constrained […]

Decarbonizing the expansive food and beverage industry stands as one of society’s most pressing challenges. Effecting real progress demands unprecedented coordination. This coordination needs to be across far-flung supply webs and diverse production ecosystems. So, no single firm can tackle this alone.  The upcoming Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum will accelerate the indispensable collaboration […]

The environmental impact of energy-intensive food and beverage (F&B) manufacturing has come under increasing scrutiny. This is with rising regulatory pressures and changing consumer preferences pushing industries to decarbonize. As one of the predominant sources of greenhouse gas emissions across the agri-food value chain, manufacturing operations present a vital lever. This is to enable the […]

The highly anticipated 2nd Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum: Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization is set to take place on February 1-2, 2024 in Berlin, Germany. This premier two-day event will convene over 100 senior decision-makers. They will represent leading food and beverage manufacturers, suppliers, technology innovators, and industry associations.  Decarbonization has become an urgent […]

With rising stakeholder activism and disruption impacting the business landscape, corporate sustainability continues its upward strategic trajectory into 2024 and beyond. Nowhere is this transition more pressing than in food and beverage. It is an industry facing immense regulatory, supply chain, and consumer pressures. This is to curb its environmental footprint amid ballooning population needs. Yet […]

The food and beverage industry has an enormous impact on the environment. It accounts for around 30% of global energy usage. With growing populations and demand putting pressure on natural resources, companies must overhaul production practices. As a result, it can curb emissions. Solutions exist across ingredients, processing, packaging, and transportation. These can chart a […]

The climate crisis poses an existential threat to economies and communities globally. With rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and subsequent disruptions, decarbonization has become pivotal for future-proofing businesses. Although the focus has been on reducing scope 1 and 2 emissions so far, scope 3 emissions now need dedicated strategies. This is considering they account for […]

The food and beverage sector generates over 36% of manufacturing emissions globally. So, decarbonization has become an urgent priority with rising stakeholder activism, policy interventions, and extreme weather events putting supply chains at risk. To drive progress, Future Bridge is organizing the 2nd Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum: Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization on February […]

The 2nd Net Zero Life Sciences Forum was held on November 16-17, 2023 in Berlin, Germany. It focused on strategies and solutions to reduce energy usage and greenhouse gas emissions across the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. Organized by Future Bridge, the exclusive event convened leaders across the industry. This is to discuss progress made and […]

The oil and gas industry finds itself at a pivotal juncture. While still supplying over half the world’s energy, its dominance is challenged. It stands to be challenged by climate change policies and competition from renewables. Moreover, shrinking access to low-cost reserves is also a major cause. To navigate this turbulence, the industry must dramatically […]

With rising climate change concerns and ambitious net zero emissions commitments from governments as well as companies, the oil and gas industry faces mounting societal pressure. This is to profoundly reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. Clean hydrogen presents a game-changing opportunity for the oil and gas sector. It helps to align with decarbonization […]

The oil and gas industry is a major global contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It accounts for nearly a third of energy-related carbon dioxide emissions worldwide. Furthermore, pressure from global climate initiatives compels oil and gas companies to implement comprehensive Greenhouse gas accounting or monitoring, reporting, and reduction plans. Robust GHG inventories enable firms […]

Carbon capture technology holds great promise as a tool. It reduces greenhouse gas emissions from hard-to-decarbonize industries. These include oil and gas, cement, and steel production. However, the high costs of capturing, transporting, and storing CO2 have hindered the wide-scale adoption of carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). For CCUS to play a meaningful role […]

With the pressing threat of climate change, energy companies worldwide are accelerating efforts. There are crucial efforts to reduce carbon emissions and transition to clean energy. The upcoming net zero energy production summit in Amsterdam aims to unite key players. They are key in shaping the oil and gas industry’s path to sustainability.   As a […]

Renewable energy sources like solar, wind, hydropower, and biomass are critical. It helps to transition away from fossil fuels and mitigate climate change. However, the continued growth of renewables relies heavily on policy incentives and market dynamics. These enable cost-competitive deployment at scale. Furthermore, power purchase agreements (PPAs) have become an instrumental mechanism. This goes […]

The oil and gas industry is facing immense pressure to reduce its carbon footprint. Moreover, they need to transition to a low-carbon future. A critical component of this transition is addressing Scope 3 emissions. It vastly outweighs Scope 1 and 2 emissions from their own operations. Stakeholders today demand climate action. As a result, managing […]

The biopharmaceutical industry has a crucial role in building a sustainable future. As both an essential service and a major energy user, biopharma must innovate. It will help to eliminate its carbon footprint. The 2nd Net Zero Life Sciences Forum on 16-17 November 2023 in Berlin, Germany will convene industry leaders. This is on the […]

Climate change represents an existential threat facing humanity. With the scientific community sounding alarms on rising global temperatures and extreme weather, industries worldwide feel compelled to act. The life sciences sector is responding to this urgent call. It is evidenced by the 2nd Net Zero Life Sciences Forum. The forum focuses on energy efficiency and […]