The 2026 SDSN Europe SDG Report places 19 European nations among the world’s top 20 sustainable development performers — but warns that climate and biodiversity gaps remain critical. Meanwhile, shifting ESG regulation and growing nature-related financial risks are reshaping the agenda for businesses and decision-makers […]
Day: March 21, 2026
Solar and Storage Break Records in 2025: What the Global Renewables Surge Means for Europe
The US is on track to install a record 43.4GW of solar in 2026, while Europe’s offshore wind hits new milestones and emerging markets accelerate clean energy adoption. Here’s what the global renewables surge means for energy security and Europe’s green transition.
From Crisis to Catalyst: How the 2022 Energy Shock Turbocharged Europe’s Green Tech Revolution
New research from the Centre for Economic Policy Research confirms that the 2022 energy crisis dramatically accelerated green technology adoption across Europe, particularly in gas-dependent, energy-intensive industries. With global cleantech investment hitting a record $2.3 trillion in 2025 and a wave of grid and geothermal […]
California Leads on Climate Disclosure as Trump Rolls Back Federal Environmental Protections
California has approved landmark rules requiring large companies to disclose greenhouse gas emissions and climate risks by 2026, even as the Trump administration rolls back federal environmental protections. This growing US policy divide carries significant implications for global climate action and European businesses.
Regenerative Agriculture Goes Mainstream: Co-Investments, Carbon Markets, and the Fight to Fix Our Food Systems
From US co-investment programmes scaling regenerative agriculture to Brazil’s historic deforestation decline, the global food system is at a turning point. Here’s what these shifts mean for European supply chains, policy, and the future of sustainable farming.
ESG Regulation in 2026: From Colorado’s AI Act to California’s Climate Rules, a New Era of Corporate Accountability
From Colorado’s revised AI Act to California’s climate reporting deadline and Rotterdam’s CO₂ Summit, spring 2026 is redefining ESG compliance and corporate responsibility worldwide. European businesses must pay close attention to a rapidly converging global regulatory landscape.
Israel Bombs Iran’s South Pars: Global Energy Crisis Looms – Mar 20, 2026
Israel’s recent bombing of Iran’s South Pars gas field has sent shockwaves through the global energy market, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran. This event signals the onset of a potential global energy crisis with far-reaching implications. As oil prices […]
Podcast Review: Disclosure Day | Official Trailer
The summer blockbuster season is upon us, and this year, we’re in for an otherworldly treat. Steven Spielberg, the cinematic genius who brought us classics such as “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” and the “Jurassic Park” series, is back with an intriguing new project titled “Disclosure Day.” […]
March 21, 2026: U.S. Military Escalates Presence Amid Iran Tensions
As tensions escalate between the United States and Iran, the Middle East once again finds itself at the center of global attention. The deployment of additional U.S. military forces signals an intensification of conflict, with far-reaching implications for global security and economic stability. Thi
Offshore Wind Surges, Storage Breaks Records: The Energy Transition Accelerates in Early 2026
Offshore wind milestones in the US, a 49% surge in global long-duration energy storage, and renewed European policy urgency are signalling that the clean energy transition is accelerating well ahead of expectations. Here is what the latest data means for Europe’s energy future.