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Environment

US companies need to boost climate change risk disclosure

The 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 companies

The 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 >>

Energy companies back US emission reduction law

Six 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 change

ExxonMobil has been accused of adopting tobacco industry-style disinformation tactics to cloud understanding and impede action on climate change.

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Adopting green practices could boost NZ companies

New 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 change

Commitments 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.

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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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