Bioplastics For A Sustainable Future

The quest for alternatives to conventional plastics has garnered substantial global momentum in recent years, driving advancements in the field of bioplastics. As global concerns about climate change intensify, the imperative to promote sustainable alternatives becomes increasingly critical in mitigating its adverse impact. Bio-based polymers, derived wholly or partly from biological materials (excluding those found in geological formations or fossilised sources), …

Women For People And Planet: Tanja Gihr

Meet Tanja Gihr—the sustainable finance pioneer who left her comfort zone to create impact, empowering companies to tackle climate change through strategic advice and an empathetic listening approach. This green trailblazer embraces being a life-long learner, continuously immersing herself in the ever-evolving sustainability landscape to stay ahead of the game. Xynteo’s Sally Gray sat down with Tanja to talk about …

A Framework For Cement And Steel Governmental Green Procurement

India is the second largest cement and steel producer, with capacity to produce approx. 7% of global production for both.  To urgently kickstart the decarbonisation of these fundamental materials, the government of India should formally begin green public procurement. Strong signals from the public sector will provide the demand certainty that cement & steel producers need to invest in decarbonising …

Women For People And Planet: April Sotomayor

A former military woman, and an environmentalist. April Sotomayor has worn several hats, but always preferred the green one. In a career that taught her to take risks, start small and peg away at whatever she did the best way she knew—April has worked tirelessly to create grassroots impact and set sustainability standards.  Xynteo’s Sally Gray sat down with April …

Are We Making Money Yet?

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This Autumn it’ll be four years since Mark Carney, former Governor of the Bank of England, said, “the transition to Net Zero is the greatest commercial opportunity of our time”. In the face of macroeconomic headwinds characterized by sluggish growth, inflationary pressures, geopolitical unrest, and a fragmented policy landscape, we have asked ourselves a simple question: Are we making money …

Hyperconnectivity, Automation, Digital Transformation and ESG – Navigating The Intersection For Greatest Impact

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In her speech to the Atlantic Council earlier this month, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said “making the right policy choices will define the future of the world economy. It will define how this decade is remembered — will it go down in history as ‘the Turbulent Twenties,’ a time of disturbance and divergence in economic fortunes; the ‘Tepid Twenties,’ …

Women For People And Planet: Louise Nkosi

As the daughter of a black South African man in exile and a white, working class Northern woman, who grew up at a time when interracial relationships were taboo, the personal was always political and social justice, as well as being proud of being a person of colour, have been integral to Louise Nkosi. Her journey then to becoming the CEO …

How Xynteo Is Catalysing Positive Change For Sustainable Growth

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, sustainability is no longer just a corporate buzzword or a box to tick. It has become imperative for companies to embrace truly sustainable practices that drive positive impact on people, planet, and profit. However, tackling labyrinthine environmental and social challenges requires a paradigm shift—one that moves beyond siloed efforts and embraces the power of …

Women For People And Planet: Abby Chicken

Abby knew from early-on that sustainability or ‘making a difference’ was the plan for her career and it has had some unpredictable twists and turns. She now leads sustainability at Openreach as Head of Sustainability. Xynteo’s Eleanor Besley-Gould sat down with Abby to talk about her journey, what she has learnt, and how she sees the future of sustainability in …

Women For People And Planet: Dr Victoria Hurth

Dr Victoria Hurth

From an inquisitive child who questioned everything to an energetic young adult trying to find her role in the world to a self-assured woman who, in her own words, is a break-free-of-the-pack person who helps enable others to be more boldly authentic, Dr Victoria Hurth has always strived to make a difference.  Xynteo’s Sally Gray sat down with Victoria to talk …

Women For People And Planet: Joanna Yarrow

A child who grew up in the woods (encouraged to pee on the compost heap), a young adult who traipsed around the continent pushing the conversation around sustainability (old fogeys mistook her for the assistant to the “boss”), and a woman who is now one of the UK’s leading experts in sustainable living—Joanna Yarrow specialises in making green living attractive …

Women For People And Planet: Audra Walton

Impacted at a young age by environmental issues in the Chesapeake Bay region where she grew up, Audra has since pushed for change at corporates and financial institutions across the world.    Xynteo’s Sally Gray sat down with Audra to talk about her career, what she has learnt along the way, and what she sees as the future of sustainability. …