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One Click LCA acquires SimaPro to enhance sustainability solutions. The acquisition aims to provide companies with tools to assess and reduce carbon footprints, complying with regulations such as the EU Construction Products Regulation and the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive….
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Sony sets ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse emissions by 2030. The company plans to cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60% and Scope 3 by 25% as part of its Green Management 2030 strategy, aiming for net zero by 2040….
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IFC and BTG Pactual partner to advance sustainability in Latin America. The collaboration aims for $1 billion in joint investments by 2028, focusing on social and environmental initiatives and nature-based solutions, enhancing economic growth and sustainable development in the region….
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Singapore delays climate reporting requirements for smaller companies. Regulators have deferred the implementation of mandatory climate-related reporting for small and mid-sized companies by up to five years, citing economic uncertainties and feedback indicating a need for more preparation time.
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Commonwealth Fusion Systems secures $863 million to advance fusion energy. The funds will accelerate the development of its fusion demonstration machine and first grid-scale power plant, aiming for a 2030s grid connection, supported by Dominion Energy and Google….
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Wood Group nears Sidara takeover as Boots goes private. The UK M&A market saw high-profile transactions this week, spanning energy, retail, fashion, infrastructure, and leisure. From Wood Group’s contested future to Boots’ transition into private ownership, the breadth of deals underscores both sector diversity and investor appetite.
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Lotus plans to cut 550 UK jobs to ensure survival. The Norfolk-based carmaker, majority-owned by Geely, cited falling sales, electric vehicle transition, and global tariffs as reasons for the cuts, which affect 40% of its British workforce.
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US duty‑free import threshold scrapped for parcels under $800. The United States has eliminated its longstanding tariff exemption for low‑value imports, forcing businesses and logistics providers to reconfigure shipping strategies as new charges and regulatory complexity take effect.
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The UK is becoming a top destination for tech businesses. Barclays reports that UK tech leaders favour their market over Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the US, citing strong opportunities and talent access. Rising AI demand and economic confidence bolster growth.
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Frontier facilitates $31 million carbon removal agreements with Planetary. The agreements involve delivering 115,000 tons of carbon removals by 2030 using Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement, marking the largest of its kind. Buyers include Stripe, Google, and Shopify….