GoCodeGreen | B Corp™

How Can the Digital World, Including Financial Services and FinTech, Become Part of the Climate Solution? In the ongoing battle against climate change, we often overlook a critical contributor to global emissions: our digital infrastructure. This is especially relevant in sectors like financial services and FinTech, where digital transformation is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Enter Decarbonise Digital by Eric Zie, a book that dives deep into how the digital sector—particularly industries like ours—can and must transform to become a force for good in the fight against climate change. Eric Zie, a recognised leader in sustainable IT and a two-time The Earthshot Prize nominee, doesn’t just outline the problem. He provides a clear, actionable roadmap for reducing the carbon footprint of digital technologies. This book is not just a wake-up call; it's a guide to making meaningful change, especially in data-heavy industries like financial services, where the digital footprint is enormous and growing. Zie argues for a "global digital reset," urging the tech industry—including FinTech—to rethink its entire approach to growth. As our sector continues to innovate with digital wallets, blockchain, and AI-driven financial services, it’s crucial that sustainability is integrated as a core principle, not just an afterthought. His "Recipe for Change" is a practical framework that organisations in the financial sector can adopt today to balance digital growth with environmental responsibility. What makes Decarbonise Digital particularly impactful is its reach beyond the pages of the book. It has inspired a series of educational courses designed to equip IT professionals and digital leaders—especially those in finance and FinTech—with the knowledge and tools to implement these sustainable practices in their work. This extension of the book’s influence underscores its importance—not just as a text, but as a catalyst for real-world change. In an era increasingly dominated by digital technology, Decarbonise Digital is an essential read for anyone connected to the digital sector. For financial services and FinTech leaders, this book offers invaluable insights into how we can all contribute to a more sustainable future while continuing to innovate and grow. GoCodeGreen | B Corp™ Gareth Edwards Eric Zie #Sustainability #FinTech #FinancialServices #DigitalTransformation #ClimateAction #GreenTech #TechForGood

We had a fantastic day yesterday as we kicked off our FRIL innovation call: Shaping the future of #ESG in Financial Services. Our agenda included; Presentations on our industry use cases from our partners, abrdn, Barclays UK, Equifax, EY, HSBC, Lloyds Banking Group, Morgan Stanley Phoenix Group, Sopra Steria, and Virgin Money. Academic insights from University of Glasgow and University of Strathclyde Introductions to our fantastic fintechs ESG Disclose, Regart, Snugg, Data Catalyst - AI-First Solution Engineering, ESG Stream, Pulse Market, siccar, CienDos, ExpectAI, Cogo, Frontierra, GoCodeGreen | B Corp™, GaiaLens , mnAi, Verifoxx , Scottlogic, PortF, Agentic Workflows, TEXpert AI , ESG360°, PropEco, Zumo and Two Hands And an inspiring insight into the entrepreneureal journey of Forrit CEO and founder Peter Proud FRSE A fantastic start to an energising programme of work Nicola Anderson Stephen Ingledew OBE Alisdair Gunn

A hive of activity at todays Lloyds Banking Group #fintechshowcase for #launch2024. Delighted to be back with GoCodeGreen | B Corp™ where it all started for us sharing some of the work we have done with the bank since we joined the #launch2023 cohort. Our journey continues and great to see such a continued focus on innovation from the folks at LBG.

🌱 As the tech industry continues to grow and the environmental impact of software development is gaining significant attention, the need for sustainable solutions is more critical than ever. By integrating green engineering practices and developing green skills among tech professionals, businesses can not only contribute to environmental conservation but also achieve operational efficiencies and cost savings. 🎫 Join our webinar on sustainable software engineering and green skills on 17 July: https://lnkd.in/dJV4FBWX 🎤 During the session, you will hear from Sarah Dixon and Gareth Edwards from GoCodeGreen | B Corp™ Weronika Dorociak | Craig Melson | Nimmi Patel | Eric Zie #TechClimateAction #NetZero #Decarbonisation #Sustainability #GreenSkills #GreenSoftware #GreenCoding _____________    🤝 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗨𝗞 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗴𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀!    Join our tech community to amplify your influence, forge valuable connections, and drive innovation together: https://ow.ly/uttm50Qyl46   _____________    🌱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗹𝗶m𝗮𝘁e 𝗔𝗰𝘁ion  techUK is a powerful advocate for members on climate issues. We promote tech-led decarbonisation, champion member innovation, and advocate for policy and regulation that can reduce risk and incentivise investment in tech.    For more information on how techUK can support you, please visit our Climate Action Hub and click ‘contact us’: http://ow.ly/yu3a50NIi16 

We are very excited to have recently appointed the following Visiting posts to the Suffolk Sustainability Institute University of Suffolk under Director Professor Darryl Newport. Paul DiMambro - Visiting Senior Fellow in Social Value and Impact Eric Zie - Visiting Professor of Digital and ICT Sustainability Michael High - Visiting Senior Fellow in Environmental and Energy Research Mike Lawrence - Visiting Professor of Sustainable Materials Engineering Stephen Roast - Visiting Senior Fellow in Environmental and Energy Research We look forward to lots of fruitful collaborations together! #HelloSuffolk #UniOfSuffolk #SustainabilityResearch #ssiSuffolk

Great news - our first ever ESG Innovation Summit has received an incredible 300+ registrations! Dynamic Earth is set to host an impressive array of thought-leaders from Google Cloud, HSBC Technology, abrdn, Zumo, Cabinet Office and many more. Join us to get insight into the latest digital technology trends powering sustainability in the industry. Limited time remains - secure your spot now at: https://buff.ly/4aYUSUb #ESGInnovationSummit #ESG #Sustainability #Technology #ESGConference

Interesting insights from Temenos Chief Marketing & ESG Officer Kalliopi Chioti and EQ Bank Chief Technology Officer Dan Broten at #TCF2024, as they discuss the role of #SaaS in improving scalability, security, and #sustainability targets. Learn more about achieving environmental targets through innovation in this Finextra interview: https://lnkd.in/dDJCC26h