EVENTS
2023
4 April
Il Visone, a key player within the Agricoper Italian group specialising in the cultivation and supply of fresh grapes, has partnered with Tosca to address its operational challenges, maintain the quality of the produce during harvesting and storage and achieve sustainability goals. By adopting Tosca’s innovative reusable plastic crate solutions, Il Visone has transformed its
4 April
Joby Aviation, a California-based company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, announced a partnership with Virgin Atlantic, a premium long-haul UK airline, that will see the companies partner on the launch of Joby’s revolutionary air taxi service in the UK. The partnership builds on an existing agreement between Joby and Delta Air Lines
10 April
E.ON UK has announced it has signed an agreement to fully acquire Eco2Solar, the UK market leader in residential solar installations for property developers and new-build housing. Founded in 2007, Eco2Solar aims to make solar energy solutions a viable, cost-effective standard on every new home, helping to give homebuyers more flexibility with renewable energy choices
10 April
SSE has submitted a Section 36 planning application to Scottish Government ministers to convert the iconic Sloy Power Station into a new pumped storage hydro scheme. The existing power station on the banks of Loch Lomond would be converted into a pumped storage hydro scheme with a proposed pumping capacity of up to 100MW. If
10 April
Neste and DB Schenker, one of the world’s leading logistics service providers, have collaborated to work towards expanding DB Schenker’s adoption of Neste MY Renewable Diesel in Asia-Pacific. This partnership underscores the shared commitment of both companies to progress towards lower-emission logistics. Both companies embarked on a trial which took place from December 2024 to
10 April
Border to Coast Pensions Partnership (“Border to Coast”) has committed £80m to support healthcare innovation and drive the energy transition in the UK, building on more than £1bn invested in the country’s private markets on behalf of Partner Funds. Forming part of the pool’s innovative £0.5bn UK Opportunities strategy, two UK-focused funds have been earmarked
17 April
UK foam manufacturer, The Vita Group has been awarded the EcoVadis Platinum rating, scoring an industry-leading 83 out of 100. The accolade places Vita in the top 1% of companies assessed globally by EcoVadis, highlighting its commitment to creating sustainable business practices through a future-fit sustainability management system. To be awarded an EcoVadis Platinum rating,
17 April
Some of Britain’s biggest companies have joined forces for a landmark clean hydrogen mega-project which will inject £6.5bn of private capital into the economy and create 24,300 jobs across the UK’s industrial heartlands. Project HySpeed has mobilised an alliance of UK-based firms from FTSE100 to SMEs – including Centrica, Heidelberg, ITM Power, JCB, Johnson Matthey
17 April
The LEGO Group celebrated the grand opening of LEGO Manufacturing Vietnam in Binh Duong province, southern Vietnam. LEGO Manufacturing Vietnam is the company’s sixth factory worldwide and second in Asia. Built to support long-term growth in the region and bring more LEGO® play experiences to children around the world, it is also the LEGO Group’s
17 April
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, the UAE’s clean energy leader, and PT PLN (Persero), Indonesia’s state-owned electricity company, have signed two agreements that will advance the development of floating solar power projects in Southeast Asia’s largest energy market. The companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a floating solar power
25 April
Virospack, renowned for its innovation in cosmetic packaging, is proudly presenting the Syringe Push Button Dropper. Designed to elevate the application experience, this dispenser brings a pharmaceutical-inspired touch to skincare, offering brands a premium packaging solution that combines functionality, elegance and a high-end dermocosmetic appeal. Foe clients looking to infuse their product with a sense
25 April
The Red Way, which was launched in 2021, is Liverpool Football Club’s award-winning sustainability strategy, and its third annual season report marks an important milestone in LFC’s ongoing journey to becoming a more sustainable organisation. The 2023-24 season saw The Red Way recognised with nine major sustainability awards in a 12-month period, including Front Office
25 April
JERA Co., Inc (“JERA”) and Saibu Gas Co., Ltd. (“Saibu Gas”), in order to strengthen stable procurement of LNG and advance global business development, have agreed to collaborate in the strategic use of Hibiki LNG Terminal. JERA and Saibu Gas have previously explored ways to collaborate to ensure the stable procurement of LNG as a
25 April
Tosca, a global leader for 100% reusable and recyclable plastic packaging and pooling solutions, has once again been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal by EcoVadis, placing the company in the top 5% of organisations assessed in the past 12 months. This second consecutive Gold Medal recognises Tosca’s commitment to continuous improvement in its sustainability strategy
2 May
Margate, one of the UK’s most iconic seaside towns, is taking a stand against plastic pollution by installing a BinsForGreenSeas unit from the environmental charity GreenSeas Trust. Positioned near the bustling seafront, the new bin will help reduce litter and encourage both residents and the town’s 3.9 million annual visitors to dispose of waste responsibly. The
2 May
Vodafone and UK National Parks have announced a new three-year partnership that will use the power of Vodafone’s network and cutting-edge technology to help protect ecosystems, engage local communities and support the future of the National Parks. The partnership will initially focus on the rollout of AI-powered habitat mapping across all fifteen parks. This will
2 May
JLR is reducing waste across its industrial operations in the UK and Europe through a £100m reuse, refurbishment, repurposing and recycling drive. As its electrification transformation progresses to the next stage, with the upcoming launch of Range Rover Electric, JLR’s industrial operations are readying themselves for the next generation of electric vehicles and undergoing
2 May
Syre, the textile impact company hyperscaling textile-to-textile recycling, announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the province of Binh Dinh,Vietnam. The MoU reflects a partnership with Binh Dinh with the intention of establishing Syre’s first Gigascale recycling plant in the province. In connection with the signing of a USD 100M Series A funding round in
7 May
www.adriaticluxuryhotels.com Sustainable Croatian partnershipsBased in Dubrovnik, Croatia, Adriatic Luxury Hotels is a collection of the finest independent luxury hotels and villas. Senior Advertising Executive Silvija Valjalo outlined the company’s commitment to sustainability and promoting the local community. Report by Phil Nicholls.
7 May
moosa-daly.com Constructing solutionsBin Moosa & Daly is a leading provider of European and Australian branded MEP products. With a comprehensive product range, the company offers full and effective solutions to customers. Commercial Director Luke Daly discussed Bin Moosa & Daly’s commitment to high-quality products and customer service. Report by Antonia Cole.
7 May
www.carbonrewind.com Revitalising the UK’s housing stockHertfordshire-based Carbon Rewind is on a mission to improve the nation’s energy bills, by providing the very best energy-efficiency solutions. Co-Owners & Directors Mike Pidgeon and Andrew Clifford discussed the latest company developments, during an in-depth interview with Inside Sustainability. Report by Imogen Ward.
