Zero In #9 - Original opinion and analysis on the transformation to net zero
Curated by the team at Innovation Zero every month, we zero in on the latest developments in the low carbon transformation.
INSIGHTS
We must invest in clean and green technologies and not the industries of the past
"We do need consistency, clarity and continuity of policy frameworks if investors are going to open up their pockets and invest in the UK..."
- Rt Hon Chris Skidmore , Former Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation
Read his full thoughts here.
An Interview with In2tec Ltd 's Emma Armstrong
"In2tec is an innovative UK company that is at the forefront of changing the way manufacturers produce conventional electronics through state-of-the-art sustainable production techniques that addresses the way electronics are currently recycled."
- Emma Armstrong , Sustainable Electronics Ambassador, In2tec Ltd
Read the full interview here.
The thermal energy startup taking a flexible approach to decarbonisation
Exergy3 Limited is a clean-tech spinout of the University of Edinburgh that has developed an innovative ultra-high temperature thermal energy storage technology that is a game-changer in the journey to net zero. We caught up with CEO Dr Markus Rondé to ask him about Exergy3 and their involvement with the event.
Read the full interview here.
Comments on a net-zero future from GingerMay's Victoria Usher and SmartFrame Technology's Rob Sewell
“Business leaders have an ethical and moral responsibility in climate education.
It is our role to demonstrate responsible leadership to our teams, peers and communities around the world. We need to stop waiting for others to take the lead. Sustainability is not a tick box exercise to appease consumers and procurement teams - but our whole future.
Businesses that do not fully embrace sustainability will soon see themselves as part of the old guard. Initiatives such as B Corp accreditation spell out a basic commitment to running an ethical and environmentally-conscious business, but this should be one of many significant initiatives you are undertaking to ensure a net zero future.”
"The tech industry is all about creating bigger and better solutions – but this doesn’t always take environmental impact into account. The quest for convenience has driven up energy use; digital technologies currently account for 2-4% of greenhouse gas emissions across Europe.
Adopting a ‘less is more’ mindset is a crucial next step for all businesses choosing a tech solution. This is particularly true for the media and advertising ecosystem where simple considerations, including reducing unnecessary data storage and transfers, adopting sustainable cloud infrastructures, and prioritising quality over quantity in ad delivery, can have a considerable impact on overall emissions."
What's new with Innovation Zero?
Exclusive Partner Activities
We are delighted to offer an expanded program of working groups, networking opportunities, film screenings & more - hosted by a selection of our brilliant Partners.
Learn more here.
领英推荐
Track your sustainable actions and win prizes with the AWorld App
We are proud to partner with AWorld, the official engagement platform for the UN ActNow campaign.
Once you sign up for our event app, you will be able to access AWorld's app to begin tracking your daily sustainability actions, score points and be in with the chance of winning prizes!
Winners will be announced at the Communication Forum on Day 2.
EVENT PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
Visit stand D29 to meet Platinum Sponsor NatWest 's climate, business and personal teams, and their Lombard business to find out how – together with their partners – they are supporting customers to address the climate challenge.
Speakers from NatWest will take part in key discussions across Day 2, including their very own session "Collaboration for Net Zero: the Power of Partnerships" (14.30-15.05 | Green Stage)
Klarna 's unique sustainability approach is designed to create maximum long-term climate impact.
Instead of purchasing carbon offset credits and making carbon neutrality claims, they are putting their money in carbon removal solutions to help mitigate the negative impacts of the climate crisis.
Discover more here.
Uncover valuable insights from the the responses of more than 7,000 commuters in Mobilityways ’ annual commuter census.
Discover how many people are now travelling to work full-time again and the effect of hybrid working policies, and learn how and why people are changing their commuting behaviours in the face of climate emergency.
Learn more here.
Hybrid Air Vehicles Ltd 's Airlander redefines what is possible for ultra-low emissions aviation.
The flagship Airlander production centre, location recently announced as Doncaster, UK, will generate over 1,200 high-value green jobs, thriving supply chains, and a ￡1bn+ per annum export business, bringing significant benefits to the region and the wider UK.
Learn more here.
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Gas leakage repair specialist at Gas Leakage Solutions
6 个月To much Greenwashing by some very large companies! How will they reach net zero if they csnt even replace toxic products for environmentally friendly don’t know how they get away with it even pledge to be greener with iso14001 and environmental policies.