As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived…
As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived…
As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived…
As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived…
Industrial companies are increasingly adopting integrated advanced manufacturing technologies to enhance resilience, efficiency, and sustainability amid global supply chain challenges and rising labour costs, marking a shift from isolated automation to strategic management. Advanced manufacturing has moved from a niche strategy to a baseline expectation for industrial companies facing higher…
New research from EcoVadis and Accenture reveals that leading companies are prioritising innovation over compliance in procurement to boost resilience, adapt to disruption, and unlock higher returns, with technology playing a key role in transforming supply chain management. Sustainable procurement is moving beyond a narrow focus on regulatory box-ticking, with…
European Union governments are set to strengthen their commitment to renewable energy and industrial resilience in response to geopolitical tensions and surging fossil fuel prices, linking climate ambitions with strategic independence. European Union governments are preparing to sharpen the bloc’s clean energy push in response to the economic shock from…
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As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived an old debate: whether expensive oil can finally push electric vehicles into a lasting mass-market breakthrough. History offers reasons for doubt. Previous EV booms followed the 1973 oil embargo and other periods of energy strain, only to fade once fossil fuel prices eased. This time, the economics look different. The…
Industrial companies are increasingly adopting integrated advanced manufacturing technologies to enhance resilience, efficiency, and sustainability amid global supply chain challenges and rising labour costs, marking a shift from isolated automation to strategic management. Advanced manufacturing has moved from a niche strategy to a baseline expectation for industrial companies facing higher labour costs, persistent supply chain volatility and growing pressure to deliver customised output at speed. At its core, it is about using digital and physical technologies to improve how products are designed, made, inspected and delivered, while also making operations more efficient and resilient across the full value chain. The…
New research from EcoVadis and Accenture reveals that leading companies are prioritising innovation over compliance in procurement to boost resilience, adapt to disruption, and unlock higher returns, with technology playing a key role in transforming supply chain management. Sustainable procurement is moving beyond a narrow focus on regulatory box-ticking, with new research from EcoVadis and Accenture suggesting that the strongest companies now see innovation as the main route to returns. In the 2026 Sustainable Procurement Barometer, 80% of the top 10% of performers say innovation is their primary source of ROI from sustainable procurement, compared with 54% of other organisations.…
European Union governments are set to strengthen their commitment to renewable energy and industrial resilience in response to geopolitical tensions and surging fossil fuel prices, linking climate ambitions with strategic independence. European Union governments are preparing to sharpen the bloc’s clean energy push in response to the economic shock from the war in Iran, according to a draft agreement seen by Politico. The text, which has already been approved by the EU Council’s Political and Security Committee and is expected to be signed off by foreign ministers next Tuesday, sets out a more explicit link between energy security, climate policy…
The Tony Blair Institute urges Britain to recalibrate its energy strategy, emphasising affordable, reliable power to safeguard industry amid the push for net zero. The Tony Blair Institute has made a striking intervention in Britain’s energy debate, arguing that the country has drifted away from the basic test of whether power is affordable, reliable and sufficient to support a modern industrial economy. For a policy organisation founded by a former Labour prime minister who helped entrench climate policy in British governance, the message amounts to an argument for recalibration rather than abandonment: net zero remains the destination, but the route…
As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived…
Industrial companies are increasingly adopting integrated advanced manufacturing technologies to enhance resilience, efficiency, and sustainability amid global supply chain challenges and rising labour costs, marking a shift from isolated automation to strategic management. Advanced manufacturing has moved from a niche strategy to a baseline expectation for industrial companies facing higher…
New research from EcoVadis and Accenture reveals that leading companies are prioritising innovation over compliance in procurement to boost resilience, adapt to disruption, and unlock higher returns, with technology playing a key role in transforming supply chain management. Sustainable procurement is moving beyond a narrow focus on regulatory box-ticking, with…
European Union governments are set to strengthen their commitment to renewable energy and industrial resilience in response to geopolitical tensions and surging fossil fuel prices, linking climate ambitions with strategic independence. European Union governments are preparing to sharpen the bloc’s clean energy push in response to the economic shock from…
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As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived an old debate: whether expensive oil can finally push electric vehicles into a lasting mass-market breakthrough. History offers reasons for doubt. Previous EV booms followed the 1973 oil embargo and other periods of energy strain, only to fade once fossil fuel prices eased. This time, the economics look different. The…
New research from EcoVadis and Accenture reveals that leading companies are prioritising innovation over compliance in procurement to boost resilience, adapt to disruption, and unlock higher returns, with technology playing a key role in transforming supply chain management. Sustainable procurement is moving beyond a narrow focus on regulatory box-ticking, with new research from EcoVadis and Accenture suggesting that the strongest companies now see innovation as the main route to returns. In the 2026 Sustainable Procurement Barometer, 80% of the top 10% of performers say innovation is their primary source of ROI from sustainable procurement, compared with 54% of other organisations.…
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Japan advances its green hydrogen efforts through innovative projects across production, storage, and urban applications, signalling a major shift in its pursuit of carbon neutrality by 2050. Japan is intensifying its commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050, with green hydrogen emerging as a pivotal technology in the country’s decarbonisation strategy. As municipalities and enterprises ramp up efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, innovative projects across Japan illustrate growing momentum in the production, storage, and utilisation of green hydrogen to foster a low-carbon society. One notable initiative is the mega-solar power plant jointly operated by Yamanashi Prefecture and Tokyo Electric Power…
France-based energy giant TotalEnergies has pledged a $100 million investment during COP30 to support innovative technologies aimed at reducing emissions in the oil and gas sector, reinforcing its leadership in industrial decarbonisation efforts. France-based global energy giant TotalEnergies has recently reinforced its commitment to decarbonising the oil and gas sector by pledging a significant $100 million investment into Climate Investment’s Venture Strategy fund. This announcement, made during the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) held in Belém, Brazil, marks a strategic effort to accelerate the deployment of emission-cutting technologies across the industry’s value chain. According to the original report from…
Researchers at the University of Warsaw have developed porous metal-organic frameworks that not only capture CO₂ emissions but also catalyse their conversion into commercially valuable products, marking a significant step toward a circular carbon economy and greener industry practices. Researchers at the University of Warsaw have developed an innovative type of coordination polymer designed to capture and convert carbon dioxide (CO₂) into valuable industrial raw materials, potentially marking a significant advance in the quest to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. This development, led by Dr. hab. Elżbieta Megiel and her team, centres on highly porous polymers known as Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs).…
Holcim UK has demonstrated a new low-carbon mortar incorporating recycled concrete fines, marking a significant step towards reducing the carbon footprint of cement and advancing sustainable construction in the UK. Holcim UK has made a notable advance in the decarbonisation of cement, successfully demonstrating a new low-carbon mortar formulation that incorporates recycled concrete fines (RCF), a by-product of demolished buildings typically treated as waste. This innovation, realised through a cross-industry trial funded by Innovate UK and led by the Materials Processing Institute (MPI), is being hailed as a significant step forward in reducing the carbon footprint of one of the…
At the eighth China International Import Expo, international companies like Dow and Johnson Controls highlight their investments in clean tech, AI cooling solutions, and sustainable manufacturing, reinforcing China’s role as a hub for green innovation and industrial transformation. At the recent eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, global industry players reiterated their long-term commitment to the Chinese market, drawn by its scale, rapid innovation, and governmental policy support, which collectively foster a fertile environment for industrial decarbonisation and sustainable development. Dow, a leading US chemicals company, exemplifies this trend. Puay Koon Chia, Dow’s president for Asia Pacific, spoke…
Australia unveils a pioneering circular economy framework aiming to double resource reuse by 2035, leveraging advanced technology and international lessons to foster sustainable industry transformation and reduce environmental impact. In December 2024, the Australian Government unveiled an ambitious and pioneering initiative designed to accelerate the nation’s transition towards a circular economy, aiming to double the circularity of the national economy by 2035. This strategy focuses on reusing resources more effectively across industries by repurposing existing structures and end-of-life products, leveraging low-carbon and recycled materials as key components of industrial sustainability. The initiative forms part of a broader global shift away…
Brazil’s formal entry into the Open Coalition of Regulated Carbon Markets and domestic legislative progress position the country as a key player in global carbon trading and climate mitigation efforts during Week 45 of 2025. Week 45 of Carbon Credit Markets 2025 marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of carbon trading and climate action, with Brazil emerging as a critical player on the international stage. As the final negotiations of COP30 unfold, the spotlight remains on advancing technical expertise, fostering market integration, and defining strategic stances to accelerate climate commitments. One of the standout developments is Brazil’s formal entry…
India’s textile and apparel industry is urged to reposition sustainability from compliance to a strategic advantage, driven by government incentives, innovation, and global market demands, with a focus on inclusive green transition for MSMEs. India’s textile and apparel sector is being urged to reposition sustainability from a mere compliance requirement to a strategic differentiator that can significantly enhance its global competitiveness. This perspective was emphasised by Shri Rohit Kansal, Additional Secretary at the Union Textiles Ministry, during a webinar co-hosted by the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) and Swaniti Initiative on the “Industry Transition Readiness Index for Decarbonisation of…
BMW Group advances its renewable energy strategy with a medium-deep geothermal project in Shenyang, aiming for 100% non-fossil heating and significantly reducing industrial carbon emissions in northeastern China. BMW Group has taken a significant step forward in its renewable energy strategy with the launch of a medium-deep geothermal heating project in Shenyang, a major industrial hub in Northeast China. This initiative, developed by BMW Brilliance Automotive Ltd (BBA), a joint venture between BMW Group and Brilliance Auto, marks a crucial advance in the company’s efforts to decarbonise its manufacturing footprint in one of China’s most challenging environments for sustainable heating…
Hyundai Motor and Kia Corporation are partnering with the South Korean government and 87 auto parts manufacturers to accelerate emissions reduction through innovative technology and collaborative supply chain efforts, aligning with national and global climate goals. Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation are taking significant steps to accelerate decarbonisation across South Korea’s automotive supply chain through a collaborative partnership with the government and a network of 87 auto parts manufacturers. Announced by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources, this initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions by upgrading emission reduction facilities across first- and second-tier suppliers, establishing a ripple effect…