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Friday 7th February 2025
Nuclear Friday: Amazon-backed X-Energy secures $700M for nuclear, while UK Government unveils mini reactor plan. Octopus Energy is going the other way - enables consumer to invest £25 in wind power. All while Sheffield's net zero ambition face-plants and Jeff Bezos' Earth Fund pulls SBTi funding and Google invests $100M in carbon removal.
24 Hours In Sustainability
Worldwide Highlights
$10bn Jeff Bezos Earth Fund halts funding for Science Based Targets initiative
Amazon-backed X-Energy raises $700mn to accelerate small modular nuclear technology
Google invested over $100mn in carbon removal in 2024
22 states sue New York, alleging environmental fund is unconstitutional
Norway's wealth fund maintains ESG focus despite US backlash
UK Highlights
UK Government announces new nuclear mini reactor plan
Green campaigners fear UK to renew subsidies to Drax wood-burn power station
Octopus Energy unveils platform for customers to invest in wind power from just £25
Climate Party Leader: Why net-zero is Britain’s only sure-fire route to growth
Sheffield on course to massively miss its 2030 net-zero target, new figures for 2024 reveal
The Daily Climate Sceptic
The oceans will prevent us reversing global warming, say scientists
Long-Read of the Week
This week, we’re spotlighting a game-changing book for anyone driving sustainability in business.
Net Positive: How Courageous Companies Thrive by Giving More Than They Take, by Paul Polman and Andrew Winston, challenges businesses to move beyond harm reduction to actively creating positive impact. Packed with real-world examples and bold insights, it’s a masterclass in leading with purpose and driving systemic change.
For those looking to inspire transformation, lead courageously, and help their organisations truly make a difference, this is an essential read.
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