Day: 10 October 2023

UK slips down the International Hydrogen Progress Index

Stuart Mitchell

More certainty is needed on the UK’s future hydrogen plans if the country is going to grasp the economic opportunity hydrogen represents, according to industry leaders. The concerns come as the UK has fallen six places in two years, from second to eighth position internationally, in an index that assesses how ready major economies are to effectively use hydrogen to help decarbonise their energy systems.  This new research by ENA’s gas members and Hydrogen UK triggered industry calls for more certainty from government, providing recommendations of how to regain the…

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Ofwat’s Innovation Fund seeks bold and ambitious entries to Water Breakthrough Challenge 4

Stuart Mitchell

Ofwat, the economic regulator for the water sector in England and Wales, is calling on water companies with bold and innovative projects to solve some of the water sector’s biggest challenges to apply to win the fourth Water Breakthrough Challenge. To date, Ofwat’s £200 million Innovation Fund has awarded more than £105 million to projects across England and Wales that are pioneering solutions to improve the water sector’s environmental impact – from the transition to net zero to tackling leaks and spills – and to transform services for consumers. Since…

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Molpus Woodlands Group Showcases Commitment to Sustainability With Release of Second Annual Sustainability Report

Stuart Mitchell

Molpus Woodlands Group (Molpus), a leading timber investment management organization (TIMO), is pleased to announce the publication of its second annual sustainability report. This comprehensive report highlights the company’s continued dedication to sustainable practices and commitment to being a responsible and trustworthy investment partner for timberland investors. “This year’s report outlines our commitment to sustainability and impact principles, and how we responsibly manage our forests and our overall business in the collective interests of our investors, rural communities, and the natural ecosystems that rely on them,” said Terrell Winstead, president…

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Voya Financial releases 2022 Impact Report: “Clearing your path to financial confidence and a more fulfilling life”

Stuart Mitchell

Voya Financial, Inc., published its 2022 Impact Report, which provides an overview of Voya’s enterprise performance and activities related to corporate responsibility from Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2022. Themed “Clearing your path to financial confidence and a more fulfilling life,” the report illustrates Voya’s commitment and leadership in positively influencing the health and financial well-being of colleagues, clients and communities through innovative programs and initiatives. “Our impact report reflects our collective commitment across Voya to fulfill our purpose —Together we fight for everyone’s opportunity for a better financial future…

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Honda’s Recycled Cintas Uniforms Hit the Road in New Vehicles

Stuart Mitchell

Cintas Corporation recently collaborated with Honda to help give new life to end-of-life rental uniforms worn by Honda associates at their U.S. manufacturing and research and development facilities. The end-of-life uniforms were turned into special shredded fibers that were used in sound-absorbing insulation in Honda and Acura automobiles. Cintas’ involvement in Honda’s program reinforced the company’s ambition to identify new ways to extend the usable life of its products and create circular economies when possible. “Partnering with Honda on a program like this exemplifies our goal of leading A Shared…

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