Tag: Sustainability

ClimateEnergyFunding

African Climate Research Initiative Secures €4.29 Million for 10 Transdisciplinary Projects

A major climate research funding initiative has selected 10 African-led projects addressing critical environmental vulnerabilities. The €4.29 million program brings together 126 researchers from 21 countries to tackle climate challenges through transdisciplinary approaches.

Major Funding Boost for African Climate Research

Ten transdisciplinary research projects led by African institutions have secured substantial international funding totaling €4.29 million (approximately R86.7 million) through a collaborative initiative between South Africa’s National Research Foundation and the Belmont Forum, according to recent announcements.

by Owen Holt
BusinessSustainability

UK Businesses Lagging Behind UN Sustainability Targets, New Study Reveals

A major new report indicates UK businesses are falling short of sustainability targets despite financial investments. Only one sector currently qualifies as a “trailblazer” in sustainable practices, with technology and telecommunications performing worst.

UK Companies Off Track for 2030 Sustainability Goals

British businesses across multiple sectors are reportedly not making sufficient progress to meet the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by the 2030 deadline, according to a comprehensive new analysis. The report, developed in collaboration with UN Global Compact UK, suggests that despite financial investments, the current pace of improvement falls short of what’s required to achieve the global objectives.

by Harlow Wesley