Martin Giles

Jan 16, 2025 | thefinancialanalyst.net | Martin Giles

Mars, the global powerhouse known for its diverse portfolio of snacks, food, and pet care products, has taken a significant step towards bolstering its sustainability efforts with the appointment of Alastair Child as the new Chief Sustainability Officer. With over 23 years of experience at Mars, Child previously held the position of Vice President of Global Sustainability for the Snacking division, where he was instrumental in embedding sustainable practices within the business framework.

Jan 16, 2025 | thefinancialanalyst.net | Martin Giles

BeZero Carbon, a London-based startup specializing in carbon credit ratings, has successfully secured $32 million in its latest funding round. This significant investment is set to bolster the company’s expansion into new markets and enhance its capabilities and workforce. Since its inception in 2020, BeZero has carved a niche for itself as a ratings agency in the burgeoning carbon markets, providing essential ratings, research, and data products.

Jan 16, 2025 | thefinancialanalyst.net | Martin Giles

Ingka Investments is making headlines with its ambitious €1 billion pledge aimed at bolstering recycling infrastructure. As the investment arm of Ingka Group, which accounts for a staggering 90% of IKEA’s sales, this initiative signals a significant shift toward supporting a circular economy. The rationale behind this investment is stark: the global economy is consuming 75% more natural resources than the planet can replenish, while a mere 20% of waste finds its way back into the recycling loop.

Jan 16, 2025 | thefinancialanalyst.net | Martin Giles

Schneider Electric has taken a significant step in the realm of sustainability by partnering with the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF). This collaboration marks Schneider Electric as the first global sustainability consultant to join PCAF’s accredited partnership program, a move designed to empower banks and investors in measuring and reporting financed emissions.

Jan 15, 2025 | thefinancialanalyst.net | Martin Giles

In a significant move aimed at bolstering environmental stewardship, Geneva-based SGS has unveiled its Nature services, a new component of its sustainability initiative, IMPACT NOW. This announcement, made in November 2024, highlights SGS’s commitment to helping businesses navigate the complexities of environmental risk management. The IMPACT NOW suite consolidates SGS’s diverse sustainability offerings into four strategic pillars: climate, circularity, nature, and ESG assurance.