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Climate change stories

OVHcloud's emission targets approved under Paris Agreement
Clean technologies

OVHcloud's emission targets approved under Paris Agreement

OVHcloud has secured approval for its greenhouse gas reduction targets, reinforcing its commitment to the Paris Agreement ahead of the 2030 deadline.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
IoT tech combats UK's costly water leakage crisis
Internet of Things

IoT tech combats UK's costly water leakage crisis

IoT technology is emerging as a key solution to combat the UK's water leakage crisis, which saw over 1 trillion litres lost last year.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
TRST01 seeks USD $10 million for expansion in ESG tech
Supply Chain

TRST01 seeks USD $10 million for expansion in ESG tech

TRST01 is seeking to raise USD $10 million in Series A funding to expand its sustainable tech operations amid rising global demand for ESG compliance solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
El Capitan: world's fastest exascale supercomputer debuts
Artificial Intelligence

El Capitan: world's fastest exascale supercomputer debuts

Hewlett Packard Enterprise has delivered El Capitan, the world's fastest exascale supercomputer, to the US Department of Energy's Lawrence Livermore Laboratory.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Itron launches CityEdge IoT solutions for urban challenges
Cartech

Itron launches CityEdge IoT solutions for urban challenges

Itron has launched its CityEdge portfolio, integrating IoT technologies to tackle urban challenges like climate change and public safety across cities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024
Westcon-Comstor shifts to 42% renewable energy in 2023
Supply Chain

Westcon-Comstor shifts to 42% renewable energy in 2023

Westcon-Comstor has increased its renewable electricity usage to 42% and aims for full transition by 2030, as detailed in its annual report.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Logicalis wins Cisco Global Sustainability award again
Partner Programmes

Logicalis wins Cisco Global Sustainability award again

Logicalis has been named Cisco's Global Sustainability Partner of the Year for the second consecutive time, lauded for its commitment to eco-friendly practices.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Climate change stories

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
Standards Australia to launch universal data protocol
Clean technologies

Standards Australia to launch universal data protocol

Standards Australia and the International Code Council unveil a Universal Data Protocol to boost climate data transparency in the built environment sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Kiwi firm Orb360 enters Australian market via India model
Blockchain

Kiwi firm Orb360 enters Australian market via India model

New Zealand firm Orb360 is set to enter the Australian market, employing a unique model that pairs Kiwi accountants with counterparts in India.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Graphite Energy launches Australia's first eTES system
Storage

Graphite Energy launches Australia's first eTES system

Graphite Energy has unveiled Australia's first electric thermal energy storage system, promising 30-40% savings for manufacturers and a greener future.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Sharp Electronics GmbH earns EcoVadis Gold for sustainability
Health Technologies

Sharp Electronics GmbH earns EcoVadis Gold for sustainability

Sharp Electronics has secured the EcoVadis Gold Rating for sustainability, placing it in the top 5% globally for its commitment to ethical practices.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
LG Australia appoints Virender Rana to boost HVAC growth
DevOps

LG Australia appoints Virender Rana to boost HVAC growth

LG Electronics Australia has appointed Virender Rana as Head of Business Air Solutions, aiming to double revenue and enhance its HVAC workforce by 33%.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024
Automation: An opportunity for Australia's clean energy future
Supply Chain

Automation: An opportunity for Australia's clean energy future

Australia's government momentum for a clean energy future hinges on AI-powered automation, promising efficiency and sustainability despite significant challenges.

By Yelena Galstian • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
Identity Digital plants 25,000 trees with Trillion Trees
Clean technologies

Identity Digital plants 25,000 trees with Trillion Trees

Identity Digital has teamed up with Trillion Trees to plant 25,000 trees in Australia over the next four years, aiming to offset carbon emissions and boost biodiversity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
DAS launches geospatial crop insurance solution in Australia
Artificial Intelligence

DAS launches geospatial crop insurance solution in Australia

DAS has launched a geospatial crop insurance solution in Australia, tackling a USD $113 billion crop protection gap and enhancing policy accuracy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Study reveals gaps in ASX firms' e-waste reporting
Clean technologies

Study reveals gaps in ASX firms' e-waste reporting

Research by Sircel reveals just 19% of top Australian firms report e-waste in sustainability reports, despite it being the world's fastest-growing waste stream.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
Verne partners with Neste for renewable diesel in Finland
Hyperscale

Verne partners with Neste for renewable diesel in Finland

Verne has partnered with Neste to use renewable diesel at its Finnish data centres, aiming to reduce emissions by around 90% compared to fossil diesel.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024