Day: 23 November 2025

Stronger international collaboration can accelerate country efforts to reduce emissions across key sectors, new report finds

Stuart Mitchell

Well-targeted cooperation can amplify national efforts to cut emissions and support sector electrification, but faster progress is needed to meet sectoral goals by 2030 Acting together, countries, companies and international initiatives can harmonise standards, aggregate demand and mobilise finance in ways that are nearly impossible to achieve in isolation, according to the latest Breakthrough Agenda report. The new report – an annual collaboration between the International Energy Agency (IEA) and the Climate High-Level Champions – identifies practical opportunities for countries to work together in ways that advance both economic development…

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WMO unveils new financing partnership initiative to safeguard forecasting backbone

Stuart Mitchell

The WMO Weather, Climate and Water Intelligence Commons (“WMO Commons”) was introduced at an Investors Forum bringing together the public and private sectors, development and private banks, philanthropists and humanitarian agencies. It will be formally launched in 2026. “The WMO Commons is not a fund in the traditional sense. It is an investment in continuity and confidence – pooling public, philanthropic, and private resources to ensure that data flows freely, systems remain interoperable, and innovation reaches those who need it most,” said WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo. “Today, climate extremes are…

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Integrity Council approves first sustainable agriculture methodologies from CAR and Verra

Stuart Mitchell

The sustainable agriculture category encompasses improved agricultural practices aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and enhancing Soil Organic Carbon (SOC) removals. It includes a wide range of different practices such as reduced tillage and improved residue management, crop rotation, improved grazing activities, optimized fertilizer use, and improved water/irrigation management. Each practice varies in its impact on greenhouse gas emissions reduction and/or carbon dioxide sequestration(removal), and some methodologies may allow crediting for multiple practices. Both sustainable agriculture methodologies were approved with accompanying conditions. CAR U.S. Soil Enrichment Protocol v1.1 was…

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Effie Awards Europe Reveals 2025 Finalists

Stuart Mitchell

The European Association of Communications Agencies (EACA) and Effie Awards Europe have announced the 2025 Finalists. This year marks the most successful edition in Effie Europe’s history, with entries once again highlighting the industry’s evolving priorities. The Positive Change track drew a record number of entries – a clear sign of marketers’ continuous commitment to purposeful, sustainable impact. “Effie Awards Europe is not just about the awards that celebrate the very best of European marketing and advertising. Managing the Effie programme is an ongoing commitment to our long-term strategy that…

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The Estée Lauder Companies Releases Fiscal 2025 Social Impact and Sustainability Report

Stuart Mitchell

The Estée Lauder Companies have released its Fiscal Year 2025 Social Impact and Sustainability (SI&S Report). The report outlines the company’s continued work toward achieving its social impact and sustainability commitments. It highlights the company’s efforts in areas including climate, packaging, sourcing, ingredient transparency, employee experience, well-being and safety, and impactful social investments.  “Over the past year, our talented teams across brands, regions, and functions delivered exceptional, innovative products while embedding our social impact and sustainability goals into every aspect of our business,” said Nancy Mahon, Chief Sustainability Officer, The…

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