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Some power technologies lag in reaching 2030 net-zero emissions: Mckinsey

To solve this, the report recommends aggressive cost reduction.

Some power technologies lag in reaching 2030 net-zero emissions: Mckinsey

To solve this, the report recommends aggressive cost reduction.

Only one-third of companies ready for independent ESG data assurance

Meanwhile, the gap between organisation leaders and beginners widens.

CEOs embrace sustainability as top growth driver in 2024

This has made companies rethink their long-term plans.

Global treaty key to advancing waste management in manufacturing: WEF

Unified policies and funding are essential for scaling plastic waste solutions in Asia.

APAC businesses struggle to reach net zero amidst climate threats

Technical complexities and lack of resources hinder sustainability efforts.

Farmers likely to adopt sustainable farming practices linked to ROI

The ROI, however, depends on a combination of factors such as crop yield, and prices.

Sustainable farming adoption in the US increases but penetration stays low

Around 90% of farmers are aware of sustainable farming practices.

Quiet quitters in UK may add up to 4% hidden costs

It can be nearly as high as the cost of people actually resigning, McKinsey.

Three in five garments end up in landfills annually

Lowest-priced garments are discarded after only seven wears.

Companies bleed $90m in productivity due to employee disengagement

Addressing 6 key factors for disengagement could save firms about $56m.

Trillions needed for global nuclear capacity expansion: Bain

This is the funding needed to increase capacity to 1,200GW.

APAC shifts towards regenerative sustainability amidst execution gaps

Firms face challenges bridging the gap between high sustainability ambitions and practical execution.

Six ways brands can speed up decarbonisation in fashion

Only 37% of brands are on track to reach their 2030 targets

Two-thirds of fashion brands lag in meeting decarbonisation goals

Around 40% even saw their emissions increase, McKinsey reported.

Climate change ranks high amongst challenges for Southeast Asians

More than half are concerned about the more frequent and intense weather events.

Robotics industry growth to support agri sector amidst climate challenge

The robotics industry is projected to hit $218b by 2030.

Enhancing employee health unlocks up to $11.7T economic value

McKinsey identified six modifiable drivers of health in the workplace.