Year: 2026

World Food Prize Launches Youth Institute in South Africa

Stuart Mitchell

The World Food Prize Foundation today announced the expansion of Youth Programming with the launch of the South Africa Youth Institute, hosted at Stellenbosch University. “The South Africa Youth Institute embodies our dedication to nurturing the next generation of changemakers who will tackle the world’s most pressing food challenges,” said Mashal Husain, President, World Food Prize Foundation. “By engaging young leaders across South Africa, we are planting the seeds for a more resilient, innovative and food-secure future for the entire region.” On June 25 South African high school students will…

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ABP becomes first port operator to purchase The Scarlett Box, supporting women in maritime

Stuart Mitchell

Associated British Ports (ABP) has become the first port operator to purchase The Scarlett Box, a pioneering menstrual health solution designed specifically for maritime environments. The Port of Southampton will be the first port in ABP’s portfolio to roll out The Scarlett Box, an emergency menstrual care kit.  Earlier this year, ABP rolled out a group-wide initiative to ensure sanitary products are available across all its landside facilities, including offices and quay-side locations. Recognising the unique challenges faced by women on vessels, ABP is now extending the roll out to crew members working in marine environments where access to essential products can be limited.   Scarlett Barnett-Smith, a Deck Officer with nearly…

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XCF Global Evaluating Financing Alternatives to Drive Growth in SAF Platform

Stuart Mitchell

XCF Global, Inc., a leading innovator in decarbonizing the aviation industry through Sustainable Aviation Fuel (“SAF”), announced today that it is evaluating financing options to support the next phase of its long-term growth strategy: the construction of its New Rise Reno 2 facility (“New Rise 2”).  If constructed, New Rise 2 is expected to enable XCF to expand its SAF and renewable fuel platform and aligns with its recently signed non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) with global energy and commodities group BGN INT US LLC (“BGN”).  As contemplated by the…

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FedEx Team Members Plant Trees and Lead Clean-Up Drive To Support UAE’s Sustainability Goals

Stuart Mitchell

Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), the world’s largest express transportation company, joined the Emirates Environmental Group’s (EEG) annual “For Our Emirates We Plant” campaign, with more than 45 FedEx team members volunteering to plant native Ghaf trees in Al Shareea Forest, Abu Dhabi. The initiative contributes to local greening and biodiversity restoration efforts by planting approximately 650 trees to help absorb carbon dioxide, improve air quality, and provide vital habitats for pollinators that sustain the ecosystem. This effort supports the nation’s reforestation goals and complements the UAE’s ‘Year of Community’, which…

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GB gas networks invest millions in accelerating Net Zero transition

Stuart Mitchell

Britain’s gas network companies have invested millions in innovative projects designed to decarbonise the energy system, a new report has revealed.  Over the course of 2024/25, gas networks collectively invested almost £13 million across 48 innovation projects, driving progress towards a decarbonised energy system. 75% of projects focused on Net Zero and the energy transition, including initiatives centred around low carbon gases such as hydrogen and biomethane.  The data has been collated by the UK gas networks’ representative body, Future Energy Networks (FEN) in this years’ Annual Innovation Summary. This…

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