Banks urged to set time-bound targets to tackle deforestation
A new report has outlined how banks can take proactive steps to improve traceability and accountability of contributions to deforestation, as part of a first step to accelerating action towards a forest-restorative economy.
Some of the world s largest banks have been linked to industries that are causing mass deforestation and biodiversity loss
The new report details an action plan set out by the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) as to how banks can play a role in halting global deforestation.
It focuses on the role of financing soft commodities such as palm oil, soy, beef and timber products that are responsible for the majority of deforestation caused by commercial agriculture. With more than 50% linked to services provided by nature, including freshwater, healthy soil and clean air, banks have a key role to play in shaping markets that combat the ecological crisis.
31st December 2020
The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall were busy this year promoting local and organic foods and farming, literacy, the importance of reaching out to isolated elders, and supporting the Commonwealth and the UK through a devastating pandemic. Today, let’s take a look back at their year!
Prince Charles sent a video message to the people of Australia following the devastating bush fires in the country; later, he was announced as the first UK patron of the International Rescue Committee.
Mid-month, Charles paid a visit to Oman to attend the funeral of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said on behalf of The Queen.
Iberchem Appoints New Corporate Communications and Sustainability Director December 21, 2020 Contact Author Alex Mackenzie
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“I am looking forward to consolidating the group’s efforts so far and to expanding their reach across the whole organization,” said Guillaume Audy, newly appointed director of corporate communications and sustainability.
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The Iberchem Group, newly part of the Croda Group, has announced the reinforcement of its sustainability program with the appointment of Guillaume Audy as director of corporate communications and sustainability.
In his new role, Audy will oversee the company’s sustainable initiatives and operations with internal and external stakeholders. He will help the organization further reduce its environmental footprint and increase its positive social impact by identifying opportunities along its value chain.