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US companies need to boost climate change risk disclosureThe top US companies are still not being transparent about the risks of climate change to their business, according to a report from environmental lobbyist, Ceres, and socially responsible investor, Calvert. More >> |
UK performs strongly among sustainable companiesThe latest list of the world’s most sustainable companies shows UK businesses lead the way in environmental friendly practices, occupying 24 of the 100 positions. More >> |
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Energy companies back US emission reduction lawSix major US energy companies have given their backing to legislation that would establish a national programme to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the electricity sector. More >> |
Exxon accused of underhand tactics on climate changeExxonMobil has been accused of adopting tobacco industry-style disinformation tactics to cloud understanding and impede action on climate change. More >> |
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Adopting green practices could boost NZ companiesNew Zealand companies adopting a “bundle” of environmental practices are showing an improvement in their marketing and development performance, according to a survey conducted by the University of Waikato management school. More >> |
Retailers spell out plans to tackle climate changeCommitments to the environment are taking centre stage among retailers, with Marks & Spencer’s (M&S’) £200m “eco-plan” followed by the announcement of initiatives from Tesco. More >> |
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Briefs .....BT has promised an 80% cut in its carbon emissions by 2016. The telecoms company also pledged to examine the potential of wind power as part of a complete review of its energy supply, and to incorporate environmental factors into its procurement processes. More >> |
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