The chemical industry’s overlooked role ushering in the low-carbon economy

This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Dr. Bob Maughon, Executive Vice President, Sustainability, Technology & Innovation and Chief Technology and Sustainability Officer, SABIC The chemical industry is critical to the global economy and for meeting societal needs. The innovations the field has given rise to […]

Markets can accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy

This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Mario Greco, Chief Executive Officer, Zurich Insurance Group Prices shape the behaviours of individuals and companies alike. Insurers are incentivizing customers to tackle climate change. A carbon tax would encourage users to put less of it into the […]

With the right leadership, sustainable finance can help us shift to a low-carbon economy

This article is brought to you thanks to the strategic cooperation of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Sasja Beslik, Head, Sustainable Finance, Nordea Bank “There is no time to lose: sustainable finance is the answer.” Such a ringing endorsement for our sector is always welcome – all the more so when it appears in The […]

A Sting Exclusive: EU Commission’s Vice President Šefčovič accentuates the importance of innovation to EU’s Energy Union

This article was exclusively written for the European Sting by Mr Maroš Šefčovič, Vice-President of the European Commission responsible for the Energy Union. The role of energy in our day-to-day lives is undoubtedly crucial for the functioning of any modern society. From powering homes, our vehicles, and our industries, energy is one of the most important commodities in the […]