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Volvo Group and SSAB collaborate on the world’s first vehicles of fossil-free steel | Brand & Sustainability
Volvo Group and SSAB have signed a collaboration agreement on research, development, serial production and commercialization of the world’s first vehicles to be made of fossil-free steel. -
Carlsberg joins PEFerence consortium on sustainable beer production | Brand & Sustainability
Carlsberg has joined the PEFerence consortium as a partner in the development of the biobased PEF material. -
TikTok joins the Coalition to End Wildlife Trafficking Online | Brand & Sustainability
TikTok Community Guidelines spells out that any content that depicts or promotes the poaching or illegal trade of wildlife is not allowed on its platform and will be removed when identified. -
Deutsche Post to invest €7 billion in climate-neutral logistics by 2030 | Brand & Sustainability
The Group has announced it is investing a total of 7 billion euros (Opex and Capex) over the next ten years in measures to reduce its CO2 emissions. -
Ballard orders for modules to power Scotland's first fuel cell-powered train | Brand & Sustainability
Ballard Power Systems announced a purchase order from Arcola Energy, for Ballard FCmoveTM-HD fuel cell modules to power a passenger train planned for demonstration during COP26.
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Over 150 business leaders urge EU heads of state to set higher 2030 emissions reduction targets
As the European Commission sits down to discuss proposals for a new 2030 emissions target, more than 150 European businesses, investors and business networks are calling on EU leaders to back the ambition set out in the European Green Deal.
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts to manage San Domenico Palace in Taormina, Italy
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the luxury hospitality company, together with Gruppo Statuto, hotel development company, announced that San Domenico Palace in Taormina is under an extensive renovation.
Valoya launches two new greenhouse LED grow lights in Finland
Valoya, the research driven manufacturer of horticultural LED grow lights has expanded its RX-Series line of greenhouse LEDs with two new models - RX500 and RX600.
Jeff Winton Associates partners with UK-based Onyx Health to expand global healthcare communications services
Jeff Winton Associates announced expansion into additional global markets through a new partnership with UK-based marketing communications firm Onyx Health.
Brand reputation remains key priority for marketers amid COVID-19, survey
A survey of current UK marketing priorities from the Chartered Institute of Marketing reveals that brand reputation remains key in coping with COVID-19.
Amazon announces first recipients of investments from $2 billion Climate Pledge Fund
Amazon has announced the first recipients of investments from The Climate Pledge Fund: CarbonCure Technologies, Pachama, Redwood Materials, Rivian, and Turntide Technologies.
Heineken pilots automated dispensers in retail stores across 4 markets
Heineken has announced that it is piloting fully automated dispensers in major retail outlets for customers to purchase high quality & fresh draught beers to enjoy at-home using 100 per cent reusable bottles.
Nestlé intensifies its sustainable packaging with new investment
Food and beverage multinational Nestlé is intensifying its actions to make 100 per cent of its packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025.
Brand value included in UN’s Global Innovation Index for the first time
For the first time in its 13-year history, the renowned Global Innovation Index includes brand value as one of its core indicators.
HP advances sustainable printing with Managed Print Service
HP has rolled out the planet’s most comprehensive carbon neutral Managed Print Service offering for HP-branded devices
Dentsu Aegis Network hits target of 100 per cent renewable electricity
Global advertising and marketing company, Dentsu Aegis Network, has announced that it has achieved 100 per cent renewable electricity across its worldwide operations where markets allow.
Arcesium extends financial technology footprint into Europe
Arcesium LLC, a global financial technology and professional services firm has expanded its footprint into Europe, opening a new office in London.
H&M, Italian Brand Giuliva Heritage collaborate on timeless pieces with a focus on sustainability
H&M announced a collaboration with the luxury Italian brand, Giuliva Heritage. Family-owned and known for its flawless tailoring, Giuliva Heritage takes classic menswear silhouettes into the world of womenswear.
Sony establishes Green Management 2025 targets to achieve zero environmental footprint
Sony Corporation has set a long-term environmental plan “Road to Zero” to achieve a “zero environmental footprint” by 2050 throughout all stages of its product lifecycles and business activities.
Coca-Cola and Nestlé are the world’s most valuable brands in the food and drinks sector, report
The food and drink sector is one of the few sectors that should suffer limited impact as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, with the world’s top food & drink brands unlikely to lose brand value.
Apple extends clean energy footprint in Europe
Apple has announced it will invest in the construction of two of the world’s largest onshore wind turbines, a source of clean, renewable energy that will bring its supply chain and products one step closer to carbon neutrality.