Three takeaways from the 2017 Business and Climate Summit
The latest Business and Climate Summit in New Delhi was historic in several ways.
From 31 August to 1 September, the third annual Business and...
World’s first crowdfunded, climate-neutral sneakers — with caffeine
HELSINKI-BASED eco-startup Rens has launched vegan, waterproof sneakers produced from coffee grounds and recycled plastic.
The firm released “every-day” sneakers made from 21 cups of...
Luke Alphey: Tinkering with Insect Genes
Mosquitoes are amongst the most pernicious and deadly creatures in the world. They are responsible for the spread of the dreaded dengue fever, a...
IFC: After Paris, What’s Next for the Private Sector?
It’s been two months now since the historic climate change conference, COP21, wrapped up in Paris, concluding with 195 countries pledging to take actions...
That’s the spirit!
George Clooney isn’t just a pretty face. It turns out the Hollywood heartthrob is also a shrewd businessman…
By Darren Parkin
WHEN celebrated actor George Clooney...
Fintech funding key to keeping SMEs strong after end of loans
ONE OF Europe’s largest business lenders says the fintech industry must be strengthened to support SMEs after the Bounce Back Loan scheme closes at...
Stretch and bend: flexibility is the future of business in UK
FLEXIBLE working contributes £37bn to the UK economy each year, according to a recent economic study.
Flexonomics: The Economic and Fiscal Benefits of Flexible Working...
UK’s surprise showing in business start-up costs
By Hal Williams
BUSINESS support platform Rovva recently analysed World Bank figures on the cost of starting businesses around the world.
When the data were in,...
The Gates of Europe: A History of Ukraine Languishing on the...
The Asian steppes, which run from the far edge of Siberia in the east to the fringe of Europe in the west, has felt...
Etihad Swoop For Tony Douglas As New CEO
Former military defence expert is to take up the role in January, but can he stop the rot in Abu Dhabi where the airline...
