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How Sustainable Procurement is Reducing Carbon Emissions in Bruzaholm Wind Farm Construction
Investments & Collaborations

How Sustainable Procurement is Reducing Carbon Emissions in Bruzaholm Wind Farm Construction

Vattenfall’s Bruzaholm wind farm project, slated for completion in autumn 2025, is setting a new standard in reducing carbon emissions through sustainable procurement. This 21-turbine onshore wind farm will generate 460 GWh of fossil-free electricity each year, bolstering the power supply in southern Sweden.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|September 20th, 2024|11:03 AM
How Amazon Uses AI to Detect Water and Energy Waste in Logistics Facilities
Technology & Software
Retail

How Amazon Uses AI to Detect Water and Energy Waste in Logistics Facilities

Discover how Amazon is using AI-driven systems to detect and prevent energy and water waste across its logistics facilities, optimizing sustainability at scale.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 11th, 2025|1:57 PM
Key Outcomes and Next Steps from COP29: Financing and Climate Commitments at the Crossroads
Policy, Regulation & Compliance

Key Outcomes and Next Steps from COP29: Financing and Climate Commitments at the Crossroads

After two intense weeks of negotiations in Baku, Azerbaijan, COP29 concluded with a mix of notable advancements and lingering frustrations. While the summit offered a glimpse of global cooperation on climate change, particularly in terms of climate finance and emissions reduction, key issues remained unresolved, especially for developing nations bearing the brunt of the climate crisis.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|December 16th, 2024|11:05 AM
Net-Zero Urgency Grows for Procurement Leaders Amid Progress Slowdown
Investments & Collaborations
Policy, Regulation & Compliance

Net-Zero Urgency Grows for Procurement Leaders Amid Progress Slowdown

A recent study from Sourcing Champions signals a concerning stall in net-zero progress among global companies, particularly in emissions tied to supply chains and procurement. While larger firms are more likely to have set formal net-zero targets, many small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) lag behind. This growing disparity, especially among smaller firms critical to global supply chains, could undermine broader climate goals if left unaddressed.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|November 15th, 2024|9:33 AM