Synovus

Synovus announces election of Greg Montana to its board of directors

Press Release – December 18, 2024 – COLUMBUS, Ga. – Synovus Financial Corp. (NYSE: SNV) has appointed Greg Montana, former executive vice president and chief risk officer of Fidelity National Information Services Inc., to its board of directors, effective Jan. 1, 2025. He will serve on the audit and risk committees. This appointment increases the Synovus board to 12 directors. “His unparalleled expertise in risk, security … Continue reading Synovus announces election of Greg Montana to its board of directors

elisapolystar

Elisa Polystar appoints new CEO

Press Release – 16 December 2024 Steve Preston has been appointed CEO of Elisa Polystar and a member of the Elisa International Digital Service’s (IDS) Leadership Team, effective from January 1, 2025. Preston has been with Elisa Polystar for almost three years, serving as the Chief Commercial Officer. In this role, he has been instrumental in driving the company’s commercial strategy, fostering key partnerships, and enhancing … Continue reading Elisa Polystar appoints new CEO

World Economic Forum

Climate Hazards Will Slash 7% Off Corporate Earnings Annually by 2035, Research Warns

News Release – 11 Dec 2024 World Economic Forum, [email protected] Geneva, Switzerland, 11 December 2024 – Businesses must act now to address growing climate risks or face steep financial losses, according to two new reports released today by the World Economic Forum. Companies that delay could see up to 7% of annual earnings wiped out by 2035—an impact akin to COVID-19-level disruptions every two years. The reports—Business … Continue reading Climate Hazards Will Slash 7% Off Corporate Earnings Annually by 2035, Research Warns

Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy advances toward carbon neutrality in its transformer operations in Figeholm, Sweden

Press Release – 09-12-2024 Hitachi Energy is investing in a new renewable energy generation plant, adjacent to its factory, which is another step toward becoming carbon neutral in its own operations. The new renewable energy facility provides a sustainable and long-term solution for the Figeholm factory – producing cellulose-based insulation materials for power transformers – in line with the Hitachi Energy Sustainability 2030 Strategy to be carbon-neutral … Continue reading Hitachi Energy advances toward carbon neutrality in its transformer operations in Figeholm, Sweden

greenpeace

Greenpeace welcomes action on dairy emissions in Greens’ Alternative Emissions Reduction Plan

Press Release – 8 December 2024 Greenpeace is applauding the Green Party for promising bold action on dairy sector climate pollution with the launch of the party’s He Ara Anamata today. However, Greenpeace warns that the party will need to have the tenacity to push these policies through as bottom lines in future coalition negotiations. “The intensive dairy industry, led by Fonterra, is New Zealand’s worst climate … Continue reading Greenpeace welcomes action on dairy emissions in Greens’ Alternative Emissions Reduction Plan