Month: March 2025

TikTok and Two Drifters secure carbon removal for long-term economic gains

Stuart Mitchell

TikTok has committed to a multi-year partnership with Climeworks, integrating engineered and nature-based solutions into its carbon removal portfolio. Until 2030, Climeworks will remove 5,100 tons of CO₂ from the air for TikTok through a portfolio of Direct Air Capture technology, Biochar, and Reforestation. This diversified approach aligns with best practices for carbon removal and reflects TikTok’s broader sustainability strategy. Ian Gill, Global Head of Sustainability at TikTok, emphasizes the company’s commitment: “We carefully evaluated multiple providers to build a high-quality carbon removal portfolio. Climeworks provided a solution that meets…

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10 Power Purchase Agreements signed and 1.3GW contracted in 2024

Stuart Mitchell

Lightsource bp, a leading developer and operator of utility-scale renewable energy projects, achieved a significant milestone in 2024 by securing 10 power purchase agreements (PPAs) totalling 1.3GW across Europe, the Americas and APAC. This achievement underscores the company’s experience and track record in delivering renewable energy solutions, tailored to meet the diverse needs of corporate and utility buyers across global markets. As energy buyers worldwide increasingly prioritise cost competitiveness and energy resilience, the renewable energy market continues to grow. To date, Lightsource bp has contracted with leading global corporations such…

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Screwfix Adds Electric HGVs To Logistics Fleet

Stuart Mitchell

Leading trade retailer Screwfix has announced the addition of it’s first state-of-the-art electric heavy goods vehicles to its logistics operations. This milestone is part of the company’s continued commitment to reducing carbon emissions as it aims to reach net zero for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2040. The electric HGVs boast an impressive range of 200 miles per charge, depending on driving style, road conditions, and weather. Each truck can complete a route with up to five deliveries before requiring a recharge, aligning with the current operational efficiency…

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Mitsubishi Electric launches Augmented Reality App to help households visualise Ecodan heat pumps in their homes

Stuart Mitchell

Mitsubishi Electric is proud to announce the launch of a new augmented reality (AR) app specially designed to assist households in visualising an Ecodan air source heat pump in their home before buying. This innovative tool allows users to see exactly how a heat pump will fit in their space, helping them make informed decisions about placement and installation. With the growing demand for energy-efficient heating solutions, Mitsubishi Electric is committed to providing tools that make the transition to low-carbon heating as seamless as possible. The new AR app offers…

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Currys and Deloitte Join Forces to Push Tech Recycling

Stuart Mitchell

Currys is excited to support Deloitte’s new ‘Recycle for Good’ launch, empowering Deloitte’s 25,000 UK people to recycle their old tech and electricals at Currys stores. Many people recognise that recycling tech is the right thing to do1 and so Deloitte has drawn on the support of the UK’s number one retail tech recycler, Currys, to assist. Supporting a circular economy Deloitte’s sustainable consumer research found that the majority (59%) of consumers said they are more committed to reducing their waste than the year before2. However, according to Material Focus…

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