How European FMCG Companies Are Embracing Electric Mobility In Their Supply Chain

How European FMCG companies are embracing electric mobility in their supply chain

In the evolving landscape of European procurement and supply chain logistics, electric mobility is revolutionising how consumer goods companies execute last-mile delivery of their products. Once considered a niche alternative to traditional transportation, electric cargo vehicles are now central to the strategic planning of large companies and offer a range of benefits from cost savings to sustainability. Here is a …

Ensuring A Green Future: How The Board Of Directors Can Drive The Sustainability Agenda

This article originally appeared in Forbes India on 05 June, 2024 As the crescendo of calls to action on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) fronts swells to a resonant roar, businesses find themselves at a pivotal juncture. Navigating this landscape demands more than mere lip service; it necessitates an unwavering commitment to holistic sustainability interwoven into the very fabric of organisational DNA. …

ESG spending is key to boosting business resilience

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This article originally appeared on Consultancy.UK on 10 June, 2024 Amid rising costs and pressures on bottom-lines, the corporate world has been steadily rowing back on environmental, societal and governance spending over the last year. Arguing that this makes firms less resilient in the face of many other issues, however, Xynteo Director Ellie Besley-Gould explains how purpose-driven strategy can actually be the …

Decarbonising Heavy Industry, A Good Growth Imperative

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The heavy industry sector has played a crucial role in facilitating India’s emergence as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, having already a made substantial contributions to the socio-economic development and urbanisation of the country. With India now the second largest producer and consumer of steel, the sector is responsible for 2.5% of India’s GDP and employs 2.5 million people …

Clean Hydrogen Innovation And The Opportunities For Govt, Industry, Startups, Investors and Academia

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This article originally appeared in the Economic Times on 26 May, 2024 In India, core technology advancements in clean hydrogen research primarily stem from premier institution research centres, funded by government agencies. These include areas such as electrolyser membrane materials and efficient industrial burners. India is targeting the production of 5 million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2030, which is one of …

Revitalising British Retail: How Brands Can Harness The Power Of Private Labels For Sustainable Growth

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In the drastically shifting landscape of grocery retail in the UK, private label brands are leading the way in redefining consumer expectations and retail dynamics. Traditionally seen as value alternatives, these brands are increasingly viewed as leaders in both quality and innovation. In this article, we explore this shift which may have profound implications for legacy FMCG companies. The new …

Purpose-driven Productivity: Achieving Balance in Modern Business

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 …

Long-term Business Resilience Requires Nature-Based Solutions

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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 …

Women For People And Planet Series: Rachael De Renzy Channer

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 …

Meet the Start-ups Accelerating Clean Hydrogen Innovations With Energy Leap

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 …

Using Green Materials In Construction Today May Not Be Expensive After All

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 …

Where is the opportunity with ESG regulation?

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 …