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UK company geo publishes bridging spec for energy systems
Smart Home

UK company geo publishes bridging spec for energy systems

Cambridge's geo has unveiled a bridging specification for OpenADR and Matter, enhancing energy system integration for consumers and promoting grid efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Eco-friendly polycarbonate sheets aid Data Centre construction
Supply Chain

Eco-friendly polycarbonate sheets aid Data Centre construction

Brett Martin has unveiled eco-friendly polycarbonate sheets, promising carbon savings of up to 97% for data centres, crucial for reducing embodied carbon.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
BT introduces tools to ease net zero technology anxiety
Artificial Intelligence

BT introduces tools to ease net zero technology anxiety

New research from BT reveals that 72% of UK business leaders are stressed about meeting Net Zero targets, despite 56% feeling optimistic about sustainability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Marqeta partners with Zero for eco-friendly UK finance app
Payment Technologies

Marqeta partners with Zero for eco-friendly UK finance app

Marqeta partners with Zero to launch an eco-friendly UK finance app targeting Gen-Z and Millennials, promoting sustainable spending and climate-positive actions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Global Stories

Net Zero stories

Siemon earns top ESG accolades with EcoVadis Gold rating
Clean technologies

Siemon earns top ESG accolades with EcoVadis Gold rating

Siemon has unveiled its 2024 ESG Report, celebrating a Gold EcoVadis rating and its commitment to sustainability and ethical governance in tech.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
New Relic sets science-based targets for net-zero by 2030
Hyperscale

New Relic sets science-based targets for net-zero by 2030

New Relic has secured approval for its science-based targets to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030, joining over 7,000 firms in the climate initiative.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Westcon-Comstor in ANZ switches to 100% renewable power
Cartech

Westcon-Comstor in ANZ switches to 100% renewable power

Westcon-Comstor has reached a landmark achievement by powering all its sites in Australia and New Zealand with 100% renewable electricity, aiming for global targets by 2030.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Blue Connections IT celebrates second year of carbon neutrality
DataCentre infrastructure

Blue Connections IT celebrates second year of carbon neutrality

Blue Connections IT marks its second consecutive year of carbon neutrality, showcasing sustainable practices in partnership with Schneider Electric.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
MaxMine appoints Shaun Mitchell as new COO
Software-as-a-Service

MaxMine appoints Shaun Mitchell as new COO

MaxMine has appointed Shaun Mitchell as Chief Operations Officer, bringing over 20 years of experience in global technology and strategic innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Most firms lag behind net-zero targets, NTT survey reveals
Internet of Things

Most firms lag behind net-zero targets, NTT survey reveals

A global survey by NTT reveals 95% of enterprises are lagging in their net-zero carbon targets, with only 9% on track or ahead. Deeper issues and solutions detailed.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
New Bill mandates extensive climate disclosure for Australian firms
Power / Energy

New Bill mandates extensive climate disclosure for Australian firms

New legislation mandates annual sustainability reports for large companies, requiring detailed emissions and climate risk disclosures by 1 January.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Net Zero stories

Study reveals NZ MPs' carbon emissions from air travel
Marketing Technologies

Study reveals NZ MPs' carbon emissions from air travel

A study by Pure SEO highlights MPs in New Zealand may underreport carbon emissions from air travel, raising concerns over accountability and data tracking.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
2degrees first in NZ telco to secure SBTi net zero target
Cartech

2degrees first in NZ telco to secure SBTi net zero target

2degrees has become the first New Zealand telco to secure validation for its Net Zero by 2040 target from the Science Based Target initiative.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Honeywell to enhance Melton Hospital's energy efficiency
Power / Energy

Honeywell to enhance Melton Hospital's energy efficiency

Melton Hospital in Melbourne partners with Honeywell to enhance energy efficiency through a 25-year building automation agreement, supporting Victoria's net zero goals.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Why Australian companies need to reconsider their net zero plans in 2025
Clean technologies

Why Australian companies need to reconsider their net zero plans in 2025

As over 66% of ASX200 companies commit to net zero by 2023, a recent analysis reveals fewer than 4% have credible plans to realise these targets.

By Shana Gallagher • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024
Aspen Technology launches new microgrid management system
Power / Energy

Aspen Technology launches new microgrid management system

Aspen Technology has unveiled its new Microgrid Management System, designed to help industries with high power needs enhance efficiency and meet net-zero goals.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
AoFrio unveils energy-efficient AoFrio INSIDE for refrigeration
Partner Programmes

AoFrio unveils energy-efficient AoFrio INSIDE for refrigeration

AoFrio's new refrigeration tech, AoFrio INSIDE, slashes energy use by up to 64% and curbs emissions, aiming to meet Net-Zero goals.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024