COP30 concludes in Belém, Brazil this week having generated several sensational headlines. For the first time in history, the US was unrepresented by an official delegation. Some countries were priced out of attendance by rooms costing over US$1,000 a night.
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Buildings are key contributors to climate change, as is the construction process. The UN Environment Programme estimates that the buildings and construction sector consumes 32% of energy globally and contributes to 34% of global CO2 emissions. In this article we look at research into green buildings, including a new study, how there’s a business case for adopting green buildings, and the clear case for communicating that adoption.
The Sandpiper Group (“Sandpiper”), the largest independent communications, public affairs, and research group headquartered in Asia Pacific and operating across the Middle East has appointed Angus Booth as Managing Director, Australia and New Zealand.
As both China and the Middle East undergo significant economic realignment, ESG has emerged as a key driver of bilateral relationships between the two. For businesses eyeing opportunities in these emerging relationships, ESG adoption is not just an opportunity but a necessity.
While the rewards of embracing ESG may be debatable, the reputational risks of abandoning it are too significant to ignore.
Throughout the two-day event, we gained insights that shed light on how businesses can formulate effective communication strategies in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.