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New fintech platform Fils brings sustainability to payment companies
Fintech

New fintech platform Fils brings sustainability to payment companies

New fintech platform Fils, developed by Nameer Khan, equips payment firms with tools to integrate ESG values in operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Nov 2023
PerfectScale develops tool to measure Kubernetes' carbon emissions in cloud systems
Hyperscale

PerfectScale develops tool to measure Kubernetes' carbon emissions in cloud systems

PerfectScale has unveiled a tool designed to measure and reduce Kubernetes' carbon emissions within major cloud systems.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
Westcon-Comstor appoints first Chief Sustainability Officer
Supply Chain

Westcon-Comstor appoints first Chief Sustainability Officer

Westcon-Comstor appoints Kevin Brzezinski, existing SVP of Global Operations, as its first Chief Sustainability Officer.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Nov 2023
Iceotope showcases liquid cooling tech with etisalat by e&
Power / Energy

Iceotope showcases liquid cooling tech with etisalat by e&

Iceotope and etisalat showcased cutting-edge liquid cooling technology at GITEX GLOBAL in Dubai, promising significant energy reductions for data centres.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Climate change stories

Global emissions reach record high
Sustainability

Global emissions reach record high

Record fossil fuel output is pushing the planet closer to 1.5°C, with 2023 emissions projected to hit 36.8 billion tonnes.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Dec 2023
Spark to launch satellite-connected cell tower project
Network Infrastructure

Spark to launch satellite-connected cell tower project

Spark and Lynk have begun a NZ project for a network of satellite-connected cell towers, aiming to maintain connectivity during crises.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023
6 global changes we’re not ready for
Space

6 global changes we’re not ready for

A UN University report warns that water, food, heat and insurance systems are nearing tipping points that could trigger collapse.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2023
Quadrent Green Lease bridges the digital gap in New Zealand
Supply Chain

Quadrent Green Lease bridges the digital gap in New Zealand

The Quadrent Green Lease programme champions digital inclusion and e-waste reduction in New Zealand's underprivileged communities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Nov 2023
Auckland Airport bolsters its flood resilience
Risk & Compliance

Auckland Airport bolsters its flood resilience

Floods at the international terminal have prompted a major stormwater overhaul that will protect operations and treat runoff before it reaches the harbour.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
Parliament summit underscores role of businesses in UK's green shift
Storage

Parliament summit underscores role of businesses in UK's green shift

Parliamentary summit highlights crucial role of UK businesses in achieving net zero emissions and fostering sustainability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
The ETS alone won’t reduce transport emissions
Climate change

The ETS alone won’t reduce transport emissions

Without more public transport and safer active travel, higher fuel prices risk pricing more Kiwis out of everyday trips.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Nov 2023
How long do we have to limit global warming?
Sustainability

How long do we have to limit global warming?

Scientists say the remaining carbon budget for a 1.5°C warming limit could run out within six years at current emissions levels.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Oct 2023
Changing the way we plan infrastructure resilience
Supply Chain

Changing the way we plan infrastructure resilience

The report says Cyclone Gabrielle exposed how failures in power, water and communications can cascade across New Zealand's critical networks.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2023
Fleet safety award winners announced
Supply Chain

Fleet safety award winners announced

Brake's annual awards in Auckland have honoured firms and individuals cutting crashes and emissions from work vehicles across Australasia.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2023
Tech approaches to the reduction of diesel generator emissions
Supply Chain

Tech approaches to the reduction of diesel generator emissions

As an emitter of CO2 and other gases, the diesel generator is an obvious target for emissions-reduction regulation.

By Keith Khoo • 6 min read • Wed, 18th Oct 2023
Low-emission zones gaining global popularity
Sustainability

Low-emission zones gaining global popularity

Stockholm will bar petrol and diesel cars from its centre from late 2024, raising air-quality hopes but prompting grid and charging worries.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 15th Oct 2023
CMA introduces Green Agreements Guidance for sustainable business
Supply Chain

CMA introduces Green Agreements Guidance for sustainable business

Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) introduces new guidance to help businesses collaborate on environmental sustainability while complying with the law.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 14th Oct 2023
Shippit partners Parcelrun to launch a zero-emission program
Partner Programmes

Shippit partners Parcelrun to launch a zero-emission program

The pilot program will test e-bikes from a range of partners, including Dutch Cargo, Zoomo, Lime, and Lug+Carrie.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023