News from 6 February 2015 on edie

Branson’s B Team demands zero net emissions by mid-century

Governments and businesses should commit to zero-net emissions by 2050 according to the 'B Team' - a group of 16 renowned CEO's and policymakers headed up by mogul Richard Branson.

Sustainability stats: The week in numbers (06/02/15)

Wind power records, shoes made from rice husks and the Superbowl all feature in this week's round-up of some of the fascinating figures from the worlds of energy, waste, water and climate change over the past seven days.

APP earns plaudits for deforestation progress

One of the world's largest paper companies, Asia Pulp and Paper (APP), has made 'moderate progress' on its forest conservation efforts, according to an independent investigation by the Rainforest Alliance.

Creating a story with a happy ending

Being National Storytelling Week, it got me thinking about my eighteen year old nephew, Jack, and about his generation of teenagers. By 2050, many of them will be in their fifties. They may have children, or even grandchildren by that age. I think about how they will describe their younger years.

Energy

Product innovation still lacking among businesses, claims sustainability expert

EXCLUSIVE: For businesses battling the perfect storm of volatile raw material prices, international conflict and global warming, the best form of defence is attack and product innovation holds the key to prepare for an increasingly uncertain future.

Sustainable aviation: Increase in biofuel use ‘on the horizon’

A new report outlining the uptake of biofuels across the aviation industry claims that airlines are poised to shift up a gear on integrating sustainable biofuels into their operations.

Forum for the Future launches new collaboration platform

Businesses can now take advantage of a new online tool enabling them to track sustainability trends, share resources and spot opportunities for collaboration.

DONG snaps up world’s largest proposed offshore wind farm

DONG Energy has this week taken complete ownership of the 1.2GW offshore wind development Hornsea Project One.

Day: 6 February 2015