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United Airlines and Neste expand sustainable aviation fuel partnership. United Airlines will supply SAF to three major US airports, aiming for zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Neste’s renewable fuel reduces lifecycle emissions by up to 80% compared to conventional jet fuel….
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TotalEnergies refutes greenwashing accusations following Paris court ruling. The court found misleading claims about the company’s carbon neutrality ambitions. TotalEnergies acknowledged the decision but highlighted rejected claims and plans to update its website with factual strategy details….
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US and China agree on TikTok’s US operations sale. The transaction, part of a broader trade framework, grants US investors a 65% stake and control of TikTok’s algorithm, pending formal endorsement by Presidents Trump and Xi.
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This week’s M&A activity spanned consumer wellness, technology infrastructure, managed services, market infrastructure, and financial markets. From Supreme’s expansion into diet brands to the London Stock Exchange Group’s strategic restructuring, UK companies focused on repositioning for scale, efficiency, and capability rather than outright size.
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ISS Sustainability Solutions launches tools to assess climate risks. The tools aim to help investors, banks, insurers, and reinsurers manage climate risks using advanced analytics and data, including exposure to climate hazards and emissions performance at asset and portfolio levels….
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UK greenhouse gas emissions fell by 0.5% in 2024. The decline was driven by reduced manufacturing emissions, but transport and household emissions increased, highlighting the need for circularity in climate plans.
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UK manufacturing rebounds as activity reaches two-month high. The latest PMI from S&P Global indicates a rise in business activity, with manufacturing hitting a 13-month high. However, the economy remains fragile, with concerns over falling exports and upcoming budget impacts.
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Google partners with I Squared Capital and LCI for CCS project. Google, I Squared Capital, and LCI have launched a partnership to develop a large-scale natural gas power plant with carbon capture technology in the US, marking a significant step in Google’s clean energy strategy….
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OpenAI partners with UK Ministry of Justice to enhance AI use. The agreement allows 2,500 civil servants to access ChatGPT, aiming to modernise public services. It forms part of the UK’s AI Action Plan, enhancing sovereign AI capabilities and increasing efficiency.
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UK financial system faces rising geopolitical and cyber threats. Nikhil Rathi, FCA Chief Executive, warns of inadequate preparedness against threats affecting financial stability, insurance coverage, and systemic risks, urging enhanced collaboration and investment to bolster resilience and operational strength.
