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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Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. (CATL) nearing completion of a major EV battery factory in Erfurt exemplifies China’s rising industrial dominance, impacting global green-energy strategies amidst shifting policies and automation advances. BEIJING , Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. (CATL) nearing completion of what the company says could become one of Europe’s largest electric-vehicle battery factories in Erfurt has become the latest symbol of how advanced Chinese manufacturing is reshaping global industrial capacity and the green-energy supply chain. China’s manufacturing sector, the world’s largest for 15 consecutive years, has been steadily upgrading from labour‑intensive output to technology‑intensive production, attracting both foreign investment and…
As the cement sector navigates declining volumes and regional disparities, industry leaders emphasise the importance of technological innovation and international cooperation to meet ambitious climate goals amid economic and regulatory pressures in 2026. Dear colleagues in the global cement industry, As the World Cement Association (WCA) reflects on 2025 and looks ahead to 2026, the picture it paints is one of an industry in transition: structurally challenged by falling volumes in some markets, pressured by persistent overcapacity and cost inflation, yet propelled by an accelerating policy and technology agenda for decarbonisation. WCA President Wei Rushan set out that dual reality…
As the EU’s climate policies evolve, energy-intensive sectors like Poland’s fertiliser industry face mounting pressure to secure compensation and safeguard competitiveness amidst rising energy costs and regulatory reforms. According to a report published by Energia RP, Europe’s attempts to shield industry from volatile and rising energy costs remain uneven, leaving energy‑intensive sectors , notably fertiliser producer Grupa Azoty , exposed as the EU’s carbon price and border adjustment policy architecture evolves. The report, drawing on analysis by the Forum Odbiorców Energii Elektrycznej i Gazu (FOEEiG), warns that the combined impact of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) and the…
As renewable energy grows, industry experts emphasise the importance of diverse storage technologies, from lithium‑ion batteries to green hydrogen and thermal systems, to ensure resilient, cost‑effective decarbonisation pathways. Wind and solar have become among the cheapest sources of new electricity in many markets, but their inherent variability exposes a persistent mismatch between when energy is generated and when it is needed. Storage is the mechanism that reconciles that mismatch. Yet energy storage is not a single technology or market: it is a layered portfolio of solutions with different technical characteristics, economics and system roles. For industrial decarbonisation professionals, recognising those…
Rapid growth in Europe’s advanced analytics sector, driven by policy and technological trends, offers new opportunities and challenges for industrial decarbonisation efforts, emphasising the need for strategic investment and collaboration. According to a report by MarketDataForecast, the Europe advanced analytics market , encompassing predictive modelling, machine learning, natural language processing and prescriptive simulation , is poised for rapid expansion, rising from an estimated US$36.49 billion in 2024 to US$44.17 billion in 2025 and projecting to reach US$203.79 billion by 2033 at a compound annual growth rate of 21.06% from 2025–33. For industrial decarbonisation professionals this trajectory signals both new capabilities…
Small island economies in the Caribbean are transforming energy vulnerabilities into investment opportunities through blended finance, hybrid systems, and corporate consolidation, exemplified by Dominica’s geothermal project and Bahamas’ hybrid solar initiatives. Small island economies in the Caribbean are converting longstanding energy vulnerabilities into investment opportunities by combining concessional finance, hybrid technologies and scaled corporate transactions to lower costs, shore up grids and attract private capital. The most concrete demonstration of that shift is Dominica’s 10 MW geothermal project, which reached financial close in September 2025 under a blended financing package arranged by the Caribbean Development Bank. According to a CDB…
The market for soil carbon positive fertilisers is projected to grow significantly over the next decade as policy support, technological innovation, and sustainable practices drive adoption, despite ongoing challenges in measurement and verification. The global market for soil carbon positive fertilizer systems is on course for rapid expansion over the next decade as policymakers, agribusinesses and farmers increasingly treat soils as active carbon sinks and a strategic element of decarbonisation plans. According to analysis by Fact.MR, the sector is projected to grow from USD 157.83 million in 2026 to USD 745.79 million by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of…
Alphabet Inc. has announced the acquisition of Intersect Power for $4.75 billion, marking a strategic move to directly fund and operate solar and battery projects close to its data centres, accelerating the transition to behind-the-meter energy solutions amid growing AI infrastructure demands. Alphabet Inc. has struck a definitive agreement to acquire Intersect Power, a California-based developer of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems, in a transaction valued at about $4.75 billion in cash plus the assumption of debt. According to pv magazine USA, the deal is expected to close in the first half of 2026, and Intersect will continue…
As companies seek more advanced tools beyond basic spreadsheets, a variety of innovative carbon analytics platforms now offer real‑time data, predictive insights, and operational integration , transforming how industries manage emissions and comply with disclosure standards. Companies seeking to move beyond basic emissions spreadsheets are increasingly choosing carbon analytics platforms that deliver real‑time visibility, predictive modelling and operational integrations. The market now offers a range of alternatives to CarbonAnalytics that address different organisational priorities , from audit‑grade disclosure and investor reporting to on‑the‑ground energy optimisation and integrated EHS workflows. Below is a synthesis of the principal options and the practical…
By 2026, airports worldwide will deploy a seamless combination of renewable energy, digital identities, and automation technologies, transforming operational resilience amidst rising passenger demand and climate targets. As airports confront rising passenger demand and intensifying decarbonisation targets, 2026 looks set to accelerate a decade-long transformation in which sustainability, digital identity and systems automation become inseparable components of operational resilience. Technology is no longer an adjunct to airport strategy: it is the mechanism by which operators will demonstrably cut emissions, shorten queues and preserve safety while accommodating new aircraft types and cargo flows. Decarbonisation as operational strategy Airports are shifting from…