In today’s world of work, leaders are constantly challenged to drive productivity whilst embodying purpose. The modern business environment often pits short-term gains against long-term impact, creating tension for leaders who strive to deliver both. At Xynteo, we have been asking the question: can a relentless drive for productivity coexist with a deep, meaningful sense of purpose? Purpose-driven organisations inspire …
World Environment Day should remind us to reflect on our practices, re-orient if off course, and renew our commitment to a people- and planet-positive world. As we navigate the complexities of a changing climate, it’s crucial we recognise that we, and our businesses, exist within a living system. At a time of increasingly devastating weather events, this year’s theme, “Land …
Rachael De Renzy Channer is a leader in the business world’s sustainability space. From starting her career in the army to now working as Chief Sustainability Officer, she brings a people-first-within-systems approach to helping drive change at the core of businesses. Xynteo’s Carys Martin sat down with Rachael to talk about her journey towards sustainability, lessons she’s learned along the …
The transition to a net zero global economy within planetary boundaries necessitates a rapid escalation in the speed and scale of actions to transform our major systems, such as power, mobility, and food. However, moving too fast risks perpetuating existing inequalities and alienating the very communities and stakeholders crucial for the effective implementation and sustainability of these changes. The impacts …
At Energy Leap, we are driven by a profound belief—that clean hydrogen holds the key to unlocking a sustainable, decarbonised future. As Asia’s first clean hydrogen technology accelerator, Energy Leap is forging a path toward this vision by uniting industry leaders, innovative start-ups, and forward-thinking investors. We invite you to meet our inaugural cohort of brilliant start-ups engaged in driving …
Build Ahead has investigated the intricacies of the cement manufacturing process, computed potential premiums associated with decarbonising cement, and explored how this impacts end users. Our research shows that existing cement products on average can be made 30% less carbon intensive without impacting construction costs whereas a net-zero product would only lead to a 1-3% increase in construction costs. This …
Despite the short-term fall in prominence for some ESG funds, the growth of ESG regulation has meant that demand for sustainability-linked products and services is here to stay. The question for asset managers and owners is how to respond to this increased regulatory responsibility. The short-term picture for ESG funds at the end of 2023 remained mixed, with Article 8 and …
With three decades of public and private finance under her belt, Roshana Arasaratnam is now bringing together the public and private in sustainability finance within the government with a focus on the sustainability in corporate governance. Her side hustle? Moulding minds at Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership. Xynteo’s Sally Gray sat down with Roshana to talk about her journey, what she has learnt, …