Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Padraig Ryan of Navitise Consulting to serve as a judging coordinator of the Green Awards 2026. He will bring deep cross-sector leadership experience, governance expertise, and a strong focus on measurable sustainability impact this year.

Author: TechCrunch

Microsoft partners with Indian startup Varaha to purchase over 100,000 tons of carbon dioxide removal credits through 2029. The project converts cotton waste into biochar, supporting carbon sequestration and sustainable agriculture practices in India.

Author: The Nation

Thailand-based FMCG company NEO secures the highest Green Industry Level 5 certification for its NEO Factory subsidiary. The recognition highlights its commitment to sustainable operations across its supply chain and environmental initiatives.

Author: Belfast News Letter

Thirteen Northern Ireland tourism businesses have completed the Sustainable Tourism Business Programme. The initiative equips companies with actionable strategies to reduce environmental impact and strengthen community-focused sustainability efforts.

Author: Sustainability Magazine

XPO Logistics integrates AI, low-emission transport, and multimodal strategies to reduce carbon emissions across UK and Ireland operations. The company combines efficiency, resilience, and decarbonisation, providing measurable sustainability benefits.

Author: Agriland

Irish Rural Link has acquired AgriKids, a farm safety education platform, strengthening sustainable farming practices across Ireland. The move enhances capacity for safer, environmentally conscious farm environments.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Sustainability is now a practical business concern rather than a distant ambition. This edition showcases clear leadership, credible action, and evidence-led progress across the green sector. The feature story ‘Daragh Anglim brings impact-led leadership as judging coordinator of Green Awards 2026’ highlights how the Green Awards continues to strengthen standards around impact and accountability. That focus now shapes the 2026 programme, with greater attention on consistency, transparency, and results. Meanwhile, ‘Irish businesses expand sustainable energy adoption to cut costs and boost efficiency’ reflects how sustainability decisions are increasingly linked to financial discipline. Energy efficiency is emerging as both a cost-management tool and a resilience strategy. On the other hand, ‘VLS Environmental Solutions acquires Merichem caustic services to expand sustainable waste solutions’ points to consolidation as a route to scale and capability. Strategic acquisitions are enabling providers to broaden services while improving environmental performance. These stories show a sector becoming more structured and commercially grounded. Sustainability is moving beyond commitment statements and into everyday business practice.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Daragh Anglim, Head of Impact at Broadlake, joins the judging panel as the Judging Coordinator of the Green Awards 2026, bringing a strong focus on purpose-driven growth, sustainability leadership, and measurable environmental impact in the Awards Gala this year.

Author: ScanX

Power Grid Corporation of India, a state-owned power transmission company, has reached 50% of its energy consumption from green sources. The milestone demonstrates large-scale renewable adoption and positions the firm as a leader in sustainable energy practices.

Author: PR Newswire

Houston-based VLS Environmental Solutions acquires Merichem Company's Caustic Services business, expanding its sustainable waste management offerings. The move strengthens VLS’ position in chemical and petrochemical sectors while advancing beneficial reuse and hazardous waste solutions.