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6 days ago | 
sustainabilitymag.com | Jasmin Jessen
Municipal solid waste generation is predicted to grow from 2.1 billion tonnes in 2023 to 3.8 million tonnes by 2050 according to UNEP. Packaging waste can make up as much as 40% of this. Sonoco is a leading provider of packaging, including items like paperboard cans. Scott Byrne, Vice President of Global Sustainability at Sonoco, plays a leading role in shaping the future of circular packaging.
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6 days ago | 
sustainabilitymag.com | Jasmin Jessen
In 2026, Rio Al City is expected to initiate operations with an initial energy capacity of 1.5 GW. This development is part of the Rio de Janeiro City Hall’s ambition to innovate and revitalise urban areas, with its energy supply being fully renewable and certified. The data centre will incorporate waterless systems to address the escalating demands of AI on the global data centre sector.
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6 days ago | 
sustainabilitymag.com | Jasmin Jessen
Mitsubishi Motors has signed a memorandum of understanding with Foxtron, the EV-focussed subsidiary of tech giant Foxconn. The companies plan to produce EVs for Australia and New Zealand, set to be released in the second half of 2026. These vehicles will be manufactured in Taiwan by Yulon Motor Co. and feature “excellent driving performance as an EV”, Mitsubishi Motors says.
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6 days ago | 
sustainabilitymag.com | Jasmin Jessen
AI is exploding and data centres must follow to keep up with demand. AI data centres are built to manage the increasing surge of AI workloads – but with greater technology demand, comes greater challenges. It is no secret that sustainability has been an increasing concern with data centres, particularly around cooling technology to maintain energy use.
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6 days ago | 
sustainabilitymag.com | Jasmin Jessen
Automotive manufacturer Hyundai is collaborating with Equinix to enhance its in-car systems. Hyundai’s innovative HCloud platform is a multi-cloud solution designed to deliver advanced, real-time processing, personalised user experiences and in-car connectivity. It is part of a wider transition for Hyundai as it pivots towards software-defined vehicles and electrification.
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6 days ago | 
energydigital.com | Jasmin Jessen
Could the US-UK Trade Deal Bring a Biofuel Boom? 8 MayEthanol entering the UK from the US will face no tariffs under a new trade deal between the two countries. This renewable biofuel can reduce emissions and use of fossil fuels. It is often mixed with gasoline to improve fuel octane ratings, but can also be used in power generation. The US is a leading producer of ethanol, primarily made from plant materials like corn.
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6 days ago | 
sustainabilitymag.com | Jasmin Jessen
The US and UK have agreed to a substantial trade deal that could affect sustainability in a variety of ways. Ethanol entering the UK from the US will face no tariffs under a new trade deal between the two countries. This renewable biofuel can reduce emissions and use of fossil fuels. Tariffs on cars, including EVs, have been cut from 17.5% to 10% on a quota of 100,000 UK cars. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said: “The new global era demands a government that steps up, not stands aside.
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1 week ago | 
sustainabilitymag.com | Jasmin Jessen
Ørsted has decided to scrap Hornsea 4, an offshore wind farm project proposed to sit 69km off the Yorkshire coast in England. This initiative, set to be the fourth in the Hornsea zone, was expected to generate up to 2.4 GW of renewable energy, a significant boost to the UK's sustainable energy landscape. Hornsea 4 was granted consent in July 2023 and received its contract for difference (CfD) in September 2024.
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1 week ago | 
energydigital.com | Jasmin Jessen
Ørsted has decided to scrap Hornsea 4, an offshore wind farm project proposed to sit 69km off the Yorkshire coast in England. This was its fourth project planned for the Hornsea zone, expected to provide up to 2.4 GW of clean power. Hornsea 4 was granted consent in July 2023 and received its contract for difference (CfD) in September 2024.
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1 week ago | 
sustainabilitymag.com | Jasmin Jessen
Amazon has unveiled plans for Amazon Web Services (AWS) to establish a new infrastructure Region in Chile by late 2026. This development is set to reinforce AWS's commitment to sustainable practices while addressing the growing demand for cloud services across Latin America. With an investment exceeding US$4bn, AWS intends to build and maintain data centres in Chile.
