What are the consequences when an organisation gets ESG wrong?
By John MacKenzie “Those who think ESG is just another management buzzword need to think again” “ESG” is an acronym that is being used with growing frequency across the investment…
Scotland poised to become world leader in floating offshore wind
Infrastructure, expertise and experience all in place for key role in renewable energy projects Scotland is in a prime position to become a global leader in commercial floating offshore wind,…
Research shows UK has head start in leading global energy transition
Richard Cockburn, Head of Energy at WBD “This data and insight will hopefully be invaluable” New research from transatlantic law firm Womble Bond Dickinson (WBD) and leading energy consultancy Cornwall…
Why businesses should accelerate their electric vehicle uptake
Despite pledges made at Cop26, there could be global warming of 4C by the end of this century. The University of Exeter and the Met Office have analysed worldwide policies…
Major steps in the right direction
The Hope Sculpture overlooking the Clyde serves as a permanent reminder of Glasgow’s role in hosting last year’s Cop26 climate summit, but what will be the legacy of this global…
Whisky industry getting into the spirit of sustainabiity
Going green is nothing new in Scotland’s spirits industry. Scotch whisky’s Sustainability Strategy was first launched in 2009 and there has been good progress towards its goals. When the Scotch…
Focus needed on support for green infrastructure
The Glasgow Climate Pact agreed at Cop26 may have fallen short of the binding carbon reduction commitments many had hoped for, nevertheless significant progress was made to reduce the use…
Making sustainable choices through your investments
Under a new directive, financial advisers will be offering clients more Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) fund choices. ESG investing is investing in companies who score highly on their commitments…
How Science Centre became rallying point
Directly opposite Cop26’s Blue Zone at the SEC, which was only accessible to conference delegates, the Glasgow Science Centre’s Green Zone was the twin host venue for the event –…
Oil and gas body evolution a sign of changing industry
Last year’s Cop26 summit firmly placed the spotlight on the energy needs of Scotland, the UK and the rest of the world, as nations step up their aims to reach…
