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Unveiling ESG & Carbon Neutrality in Solar: Key Takeaways from Munich The solar industry is booming, with significant investments fueling expansion. From sunny Munich last week at an Energy Box event, I had the pleasure of exchanging knowledge with Anna Dißmann, Qendresa Rugova, and Alina Sokolenko on how the solar industry is tackling ESG and carbon neutrality. Here are some insights: Size Matters: A company's size significantly impacts its ESG practices in the solar sector. Larger players tend to have more established sustainability programs, but this shouldn't discourage smaller companies! By focusing on areas like responsible sourcing of materials and carbon neutrality, even smaller players can demonstrate their ESG-related commitments alongside financial returns. Data Challenges, Big Rewards: Data gathering for ESG reporting remains a hurdle, but experts strongly recommend starting immediately. Even with imperfect data, the process itself fosters a sustainability mindset and positions you for future transparency. Solar's Carbon Conundrum: While the industry offers clean energy solutions, achieving carbon neutrality within solar companies themselves is still in its early stages as expansion often takes priority. However, Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) are crucial for measuring a company's true environmental impact. Unfortunately, LCA transparency across the sector seems limited. The solar industry has a bright future, and ESG and carbon neutrality are key considerations. Let's keep the conversation going! Happy to hear your thoughts! #ESG #SolarEnergy #Sustainability

Dive into our latest Sustainability Snapshot to find out how our ESG initiatives are empowering us to work together for a greener future

We're working with our customers to make real change to their organisations through our Plan Zero – Decarbonisation, Delivered™ programme. Using advanced technology-led solutions to save energy and reduce emissions, we are helping clients cut costs and decarbonise operations, move to a circular economy, increase biodiversity and switch to renewable energy sources. Find out more in our ESG Report > https://hubs.ly/Q02K7nvs0 #Sustainability I #MitieESGReport I #Decarbonisation

☀ Exciting News! Tomorrow, Manuella Bridgette Appiah is set to light up the stage at the #SolarPowerSummit in Brussels. Alongside a panel of colleagues from the solar industry, she'll dive deep into pressing topics surrounding sustainability and ESG. 🌱  The heart of their discussion? Strategies for weaving ESG principles into the fabric of operations for PV manufacturers and developers. It's more than ticking boxes for compliance; it's about embedding these principles as a core part of business strategy for long-term, sustainable growth. 👷♂️  But that's not all - they're also tackling crucial issues like ensuring safe and decent working conditions through the installation of solar parks in Europe by posted workers. Plus, they're shedding light on how the solar sector can boost transparency within supply chains and foster collaborations that prioritize ethical sourcing. 💡  This summit presents an opportunity for meaningful dialogues on making the solar industry not only greener but also more responsible and transparent. Who else is joining? We're eager to connect with fellow professionals and spark dynamic discussions at the Solar Power Summit. Check out the complete program of this years Summit: https://lnkd.in/eE-Ydd8M #Sustainability #ESG #RenewableEnergy #SolarIndustry #Solarmission

🚀 Bio-farms are the future of green investment! Offering a 36% IRR, they are not only four times more profitable than solar or wind but also lead the way in carbon reduction. With a fast payback period of just 4.5 years and the ability to remove three times more CO2 per dollar capex, bio-farms are truly a game-changer in the fight against climate change. Let's seize this opportunity for a sustainable and profitable future. 🔗 Discover more with INNOVO Net Zero: innovo-net-zero.com 🤝 Meet our partners leading the way: The Vanguard Network Jagadish Rao Raghavendra Martin Kelly Rene de Murard, MBA Collectron Energy #ClimateFacts #Sustainability #GreenTech #CleanEnergy #CarbonReduction #InnovoNetZero #ClimateAction

🌞 Boost your ESG score with commercial solar projects! Save on energy costs, reduce your carbon footprint, and enhance sustainability. Solar energy helps businesses achieve environmental, social, and governance goals while promoting a greener future. 🌱 #SolarEnergy #ESG #Sustainability #GreenBusiness #RenewableEnergy #EcoFriendly #CommercialSolar #SaveMoney #GoGreen #SustainableBusiness

Sustainable Horizons | Latest #OpenAccess review： ☀ Enabling the #circulareconomy of solar PV through the 10Rs of #sustainability. •The photovoltaics’ circular economy was thoroughly explained and discussed. •The PV’ circular economy using the 10Rs of sustainability was analysed in detail. •The impact of the PV’ circular economy using the 10Rs of sustainability on the SDGs was elaborated. By Malek Kamal Hussien Rabaia, Nabila Shehata, Valentina Olabi, Mohammad Ali Abdelkareem, Concetta Semeraro, Kyu-Jung Chae and Enas Taha Sayed. Read this in https://lnkd.in/dvzFYq8D

We are proud to present our 2023 Sustainability Report! 🌱 Sustainability is a non-negotiable priority at Scala, and we're highlighting our ongoing commitment to sustainable practices in the data center sector. From the use of 100% renewable energy since day one, achieving zero Scope 2 emissions, to extensive measurement of Scope 3 emissions and the implementation of the Mega Watt of Opportunities program, we are dedicated to promoting a greener and more sustainable future. Discover how we are advancing energy efficiency with the smallest design PUE in Latin America, achieving carbon neutrality from the start, and conducting innovative proof-of-concept projects like using HVO in our backup generators. Read about our efforts in natural resource preservation and community engagement. Download the full report to learn more about our initiatives and how we are #EnablingTheFuture sustainably: https://bit.ly/3QPADkC #ScalaDataCenters #SustainabilityReport #Sustainability #ProudToBeScala

#WorldEnvironmentDay On this World Environment Day, XCMG proudly reflects on our recent ESG achievements and ongoing dedication to environmental protection and sustainability. We have made significant strides in our sustainability efforts. Notably, 19.64% of our energy consumption now comes from renewable sources, demonstrating our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint. Additionally, we have achieved a 1.66 billion cubic meter reduction in waste gas emissions and an 86,207.25-ton reduction in wastewater discharge. Our charging stations have also supplied 804,906.89 kWh of electricity, contributing to cleaner energy use. These milestones are a testament to our integrated approach towards sustainability, where innovation and environmental responsibility go hand in hand. Our efforts are driven by a dedicated team and supported by loyal customers, both of whom play a crucial role in our journey towards a greener future. We invite you to learn more about our ESG initiatives and their impact by visiting our latest update:  https://lnkd.in/g3NQywa5 #XCMG #SolidtoSucceed #GenerationRestoration

Supercharged solar cells. Eco-friendly 3D-printed homes. These are just some of the emerging technologies that are bringing about a better planet. At START, #Sustainability is not only a focus on #EarthDay, but every single day. Technologies like these continue to inspire us as we work towards developing radical transparency for responsible materials sourcing. Speak to us to find out more about how START can give you a holistic view on your materials and bring your industry closer to meeting your ESG goals: https://lnkd.in/escrnNG