ESG

Finance & Economics

Sustainable Funds Outperform Traditional Ones in H1 2024

Sustainable funds saw inflows of $20 billion in the first half of 2024, with assets rising to $3.5 trillion.

Science & Technology

Ethical Implications of Humanising AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is the backbone of modern robotics and virtual assistants. Its data processing and analytical skills far overreach individual human capabilities. However, the benefits of AI use are somewhat dampened by the dubious ethics behind humanising this ‘smart’ technology. 

Fintech & Ecommerce

The Rise of Ethical Finance in Fintech Sector

The fintech industry is currently experiencing substantial shifts as it adopts sustainability and ethical standards. This emerging trend, often referred to as green fintech, is revolutionizing financial services by incorporating practices and technologies designed to address critical environmental and social challenges. By leveraging innovative solutions and cutting-edge technologies, green fintech aims to promote a more […]

Science & Technology

Amazon Partners With Girl Scouts to Promote Diversity in STEM Careers

The current generation of Girl Scouts will soon enter the labour market, so Amazon hosts exclusive tours to showcase to youth the importance and diversity of careers in STEM.

Articles

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: AI Edition

Our planet is flooded by myriads of human-made objects and items that end up in landfill everyday and take hundreds of years to decompose. To tackle this issue, the world needs a collective effort. Yet, somehow, numerous legal, business, and individual initiatives have so far failed to make the circular economy a reality worldwide. Perhaps, […]

Science & Technology

Google & BlackRock to Develop New Solar Capacity in Taiwan

The 1-gigawatt pipeline of a new solar facility in Taiwan, co-developed by Google and BlackRock, can boost energy capacity and cut carbon emissions amid the artificial intelligence boom.

Science & Technology

Samsara Eco Raises $65M Funding Round to Expand Its Plastic-Eating Enzymes

Samsara Eco proprietary technology uses enzymes to disaggregate plastic waste into raw materials, which can eventually be transformed into the foundation for new products.

News

IFC and EPIC Group Partner to Support Sustainable Textile Manufacturing in Bangladesh and India

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) partnered with EPIC Group, a leading player in the global apparel industry and a sustainable fashion company, to help finance its green capital expenditure program and support sustainable textile facility expansion in Bangladesh and India.

Blockchain & Crypto

Marathon Digital to Enhance Kenya’s Energy Sector Transformation

Bitcoin mining giant Marathon Digital Holdings will support energy utilization and optimize renewable energy projects across Kenya

Science & Technology

REDEX & TNBX to Support Malaysia Green Attribute Trading System (mGATS) Platform

REDEX will form an exclusive partnership with TNBX to support the development of the Malaysia Green Attribute Trading System (mGATS) into the digital trading platform for Malaysia Renewable Energy Certificates (mRECs).

News

Climeworks Solutions Fast-Track Carbon Removal

Climeworks extends its DAC offering with Climeworks Solutions – holistic carbon removal portfolios tailored to the individual needs of different companies.

Science & Technology

How AI Helps Prevent Greenwashing

Greenwashing is quite a widespread issue in today’s corporate environment. It undermines public trust in brands’ ESG claims and negatively affects the climate. Appealing to the conscience of business executives is not enough. However, the joint efforts of regulators and modern technology developers may bear some fruit. Here are some examples of how artificial intelligence […]

Articles

AI and Sustainability: Friend or Foe?

Artificial intelligence requires a lot of energy to process and analyse data. At the same time, this technology can provide valuable insights and automation to the renewable energy industry, driving its progress. Which aspect of AI dominates in terms of sustainability? That’s what we’re going to explore today.

Articles

How Bitcoin Mining Promotes the Transition to Renewable Energy

Eco-activists have long been opposing crypto mining due to its perceivably high energy intensity. What if I tell you that Bitcoin mining can not only be sustainable but also promote the global transition to renewable energy? 

Science & Technology

Emerging Renewable Energy Trends

Green energy is gaining traction, as numerous government and private initiatives vow to boost renewable energy transition across the globe. What does 2024 have in store for the renewable energy market? Let’s look at the most vivid tendencies and trends that will shape the industry this year.

Fintech & Ecommerce

Top 10 Agri-Fintech Startups in Africa

Global stability largely depends on the food security and prosperity of the population. To reduce poverty levels and provide economic security to the dwellers of rural areas, the agriculture sector needs to be properly financed and get access to quality financial services. Agri-fintech startups serve exactly this purpose. In Africa, the need for agri-fintech services […]