June 2021

Sustainable WatchList Swiss watchmaker Greubel Forsey is the latest luxury brand seeking to attract younger shoppers by going greener, in this case by eliminating animal leather from its straps. The company, whose watches start selling at more than $200,000, will begin using plant-based bands from January, it said Tuesday, without specifying the material. Watchmakers are […]

Sustainability Investment Rising The proportion of private investors investing in sustainably has increased in the previous 12 months although greenwashing remains a large concern for investors, according to new research revealed by Liontrust. The research shows 73% of discretionary fund managers (DFMs) and advisers said the proportion of clients investing sustainably had increased in the

This week’s, Sustainability News Snapshot covers developing energy hub in Cornwall, sustainability and continuous improvement from Adidas and English Premiership Rugby side Gloucester’s commitment to sustainability.   Climate Themed G-7 Summit in Cornwall This year’s G-7 summit will be held in the county of Cornwall, a part of southwest England known for its stunning coastline,

Did you know that there are 9 million dogs in the UK?  And, 33% of UK homes have a dog?  Well, it’s true.  Have you ever considered bringing your dog to work with you?  Well, more and more public places are now deemed as pet appropriate — including the office. Millennials tend to do things

Multi-Turbine Floater Unveiled A new floating wind system using multiple 1 MW turbines has been unveiled by a Norwegian company that said this floating wind technology could produce electricity at bottom-fixed prices. Wind Catching Systems, majority-owned by Ferd and North Energy, has entered into cooperation with Aibel as the main contractor to commercialise the new

Innovation Fund Secures Sustainable Future for UK Seafood Sector £7.6 million from the UK Seafood Innovation Fund has been awarded to 57 projects hoping to transform the future landscape of the UK seafood industry. The UK seafood sector has experienced an influx of innovation, as the second round of projects funded by the UK Seafood