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Two years since COP28 tripling pledge, global 2030 renewable targets up by just 2%

Stuart Mitchell

A new analysis by global energy think tank Ember reveals that, two years after the COP28 agreement to triple global renewable energy capacity by 2030, national targets have barely made progress — with the total global ambition increasing by just 2% since the agreement. This gap between global ambition and national planning risks undermining not only climate progress but also energy security and economic resilience of countries. National renewable energy targets collectively now add up to 7.4 terawatts (TW) for 2030 — just over double the 3.4 TW installed in…

UN summit confronts AI’s dawn of wonders and warnings

Stuart Mitchell

The AI for Good Global Summit 2025 brings together governments, tech leaders, academics, civil society and young people to explore how artificial intelligence can be directed toward Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – and away from growing risks of inequality, disinformation and environmental strain. “We are the AI generation,” said Doreen Bogdan-Martin, chief of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) – UN’s specialized agency for information and communications technology – in a keynote address. But being part of this generation means more than just using these technologies. “It means contributing to this…

The Chartered Institute of Marketing and the Marketers Association of Zimbabwe Form Alliance

Stuart Mitchell

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and the Marketers Association of Zimbabwe (MAZ) have announced a new partnership to collectively advance the marketing profession, for the benefit of the sector, business and society in Zimbabwe and the United Kingdom. As part of the agreement, which commenced in May, CIM and MAZ have developed an aligned pathway for professional marketers in the two regions to obtain membership of both organisations, whilst also promoting a framework to align qualifications. The two organisations will also design programmes to support the development and mobility…

Alliant Energy releases new Corporate Responsibility Report

Stuart Mitchell

Alliant Energy Corporation recently published its latest Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR). The report includes updates on the company’s sustainability data for 2024. The report also highlights the company’s balanced mix of energy sources, employee engagement opportunities and positive impact on the communities it serves. “At Alliant Energy, we are growing and will continue to grow at the pace of our customers and communities,” said Lisa Barton, President and CEO, Alliant Energy. “By powering opportunity, we’re helping build stronger, more resilient communities for generations to come. From data center development to…

Wild Planet Unleashes “Go Wild” Campaign: A Call to Reconnect with Nature & Rewild Consumers’ Lives

Stuart Mitchell

Wild Planet, the leading sustainable canned seafood brand dedicated to transforming the fishing industry and protecting our ocean’s resources, today announced the launch of its bold new marketing campaign: “Go Wild.” This invigorating initiative encourages consumers to step away from the artificial, reconnect with the untamed essence of nature, and embrace a lifestyle fueled by adventure, pure nutrition, and sustainable choices. “‘Go Wild’ is more than a tagline – it’s a rallying cry to reconnect with nature, adventure, and the untamed essence of life itself,” says Clint Mickel, Wild Planet…