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Who is leading the transformation to a more sustainable future?
My answer will surprise you. Over the last week I have seen first-hand examples from multinational companies, the UK government and the charitable sector. Clearly leading the charge is the corporate sector, and not just the usual suspects.
Last Thursday, I was in Brussels for a corporate stakeholder group with Hitachi. It`s a fascinating company - within a year they plan to transform their financial performance by investing in what they call their social investment business.
Globally the company is using its technological skills to deliver smart grids, green data centres, renewable ... |
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Regulatory Pressures and Legislative Support Provide Growth Momentum to the European Waste Recycling Market, States Frost & Sullivan
Europe maintains a strong position in the global recycling market. Germany has been a key contributor to this position due to its technological leadership as well as strong commitment to addressing environmental concerns such as waste management through active legislation. In addition, Germany has emerged strongly from the economic downturn, and it is anticipated that recycling in the region will get a boost from 2010 onwards.
New analysis from Frost & Sullivan (http://www.environmental.frost.com), ... |
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