
Sympower secures €19 million to expand energy flexibility services. The investment from PGGM will accelerate Sympower’s growth across Europe, enhancing battery storage solutions and supporting mergers and acquisitions to bolster the continent’s clean energy transition….

Presenteeism is costing UK businesses far more than absenteeism. A growing body of research shows that while sickness absence is tightly monitored and managed, the hidden cost of employees working while unwell is vastly greater. Experts warn that companies may be measuring the wrong thing.

US court declines to rule on SEC climate disclosure rules. The U.S. Court of Appeals has refused the SEC’s request to rule on its climate disclosure regulations, requiring the agency to either reconsider the rules through standard procedures or defend them in court….

S&P Global Sustainable1 and Novata enhance collaboration for data solutions. The partnership aims to integrate Novata’s data management and carbon tools with S&P Global’s expertise to help companies manage climate risks, identify opportunities, and ensure regulatory compliance….

Giant Ventures appoints Zenetta Burger as Partner in the U.S. Giant Ventures, a London-based venture capital firm focused on sustainability technology, has named Zenetta Burger as Partner to lead its U.S. operations. This appointment precedes the firm’s upcoming fund launches….

Soluna Holdings secures $100 million credit facility for expansion. The funding from Generate Capital will support Soluna’s clean data centre projects, enabling the transformation of underutilised renewable energy into computing power. The initial draw will refinance existing projects….

McDonald’s launches initiative to boost sustainable cattle farming practices. The Grassland Resilience and Conservation Initiative will invest over $200 million to enhance regenerative agriculture, habitat restoration, and water conservation across 4 million acres in the U.S. over seven years….

Robeco secures €15.4 billion mandates from PFZW pension fund. Robeco has been awarded €15.4 billion in investment mandates from PFZW, aligning with the fund’s sustainability-focused strategy. This move follows the non-renewal of BlackRock’s €14 billion mandate, highlighting a shift towards active management and sustainable investing….

Wharton and PRI Academy introduce a new sustainability programme. The Wharton/PRI Executive Certificate aims to equip corporate leaders and senior professionals with the tools to make informed investment decisions amidst increasing market complexities. The programme begins in February 2026, focusing on sustainable investment and risk management….

Mars launches programme to accelerate shift to clean energy. The initiative aims to cut carbon emissions by 10% by 2030, reducing 3 million tonnes of emissions. Partnering with Enel North America, it facilitates renewable energy use across its value chain….