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Fairtrade award granted to largest ever number of UK universities

Stuart Mitchell

Twenty-two UK universities have gained Fairtrade status in recognition of their commitment to promoting ethical consumerism and pushing for fairer wages for farmers and workers. The Fairtrade University and College Award has been awarded to UK universities and colleges championing Fairtrade since 2003, and this year’s cohort is the biggest yet. The programme supports institutions to embed ethical and sustainable practices through their curriculums, procurement, research and campaigns and the Fairtrade University and College Award is jointly delivered by the Fairtrade Foundation and SOS-UK. Sarah Brazier, Head of Campaigns at…

Carbon marketplace company announces acquisition in quest to scale carbon credit market and increase integrity in net zero

Stuart Mitchell

Changeblock, the UK’s pioneering carbon market facilitator funding global planet repair and protection projects using blockchain, has confirmed intentions to acquire JustCarbon, the marketplace for starting gigatonne, high-integrity, carbon removal projects. The deal marks a significant move in the ongoing consolidation trend within the carbon market. Changeblock will become a major contributor to global sustainability efforts, with projections to transact 65 million tonnes of carbon by 2050. The company has developed one of the most transparent marketplace ever and the group have now subscribed over $6.2USD million in shares. This figure…

The PA Foundation publishes second annual report and announces £2m+ in grants towards STEM and skills education in 2023

Stuart Mitchell

The PA Foundation has published its latest annual report, announcing that it distributed over £2 million of grant-based funding in 2023. This marks a doubling in funding from 2022, when The PA Foundation distributed over £1 million in its inaugural year. The funds targeted initiatives that increase access to opportunities for people in underserved communities or those facing societal, cultural, or financial barriers. In partnership with PA Consulting, the global innovation consultancy, the report highlights The PA Foundation’s activities to support and inspire these people, particularly those at a disadvantage,…

XPO Logistics launches Female Driver Academy to encourage more women to join the industry

Stuart Mitchell

XPO, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable end-to-end logistics solutions across Europe, has created a new Female Driver Academy to help attract more women into the industry. The female drivers who join the Academy will undertake a 12 to 16-week programme using the XPO Logistics internal driver training team to develop and sharpen their skills. The goal is to create a corps of highly skilled and professional female drivers who are intimately familiar with the company’s customers and products. The first candidate assessment days were held at the beginning…

UK public trusts charities twice as much as other institutions

Stuart Mitchell

Three quarters (73%) of the public has moderate or high trust in good causes (scoring them 6 out of 10 or higher), making charitable organisations the most trusted UK institution, according to the latest research from Enthuse, the digital donations, fundraising and event reg platform.  The Donor Pulse research series provides insight into people’s giving habits, trust levels in charities, and how the gradually improving economic background is impacting the third sector.  A matter of trust Charities are twice as trusted as the next most trusted institution; faith groups and religious institutions, which…