VERGE 21
What it will take to decarbonize shipping
Success will depend on a mix of smart policy, financial incentives, significant leaps in technology and close industry collaboration. Read More
The role of private investment in sustainable infrastructure
Investors are seeking investment-grade green infrastructure projects as opposed to one-off contracts. Read More
The high-hanging fruit is reachable. The question is how soon?
To decarbonize sectors such as steel and long-distance transport, we need to take partial steps in the short term, such as increased efficiency, reduced demand and greater circularity, while also investing in new technology and infrastructure for the long term. Read More
Emerging Leaders reflect on the power and potential of climate tech
They answer the question: What climate tech do you feel deserves more investment? Read More
Extreme weather is a risk to companies — here’s how they’re preparing
How Liberty Mutual, Lendlease and Duke Energy insures their operations against future investments for climate change. Read More
Game-changing air conditioning startup wins startup competition at VERGE 21
From supply chain logistics to toilet water reuse, a diverse set of startups offered creative solutions for the climate crisis. Read More
Electrification shouldn’t just happen in the big city
Electrifying transportation won’t be about making a grand and mighty "jump." Many communities don’t have the resources to pull that off. Read More
Can we have our (happy) beef and eat it too?
With global meat consumption climbing, is a humane, low-carbon animal agriculture system possible? Read More
How leaders can plan for a realistically sustainable future
The challenge is staying the course amid for the long term, while acting decisively to start turning the tide over the short term. Read More
Supply chains are key for carbon reduction in the food sector
At VERGE 21, representatives of the food sector including Walmart and Maple Leaf Foods highlighted working on innovation from inside their supply chains to meet net-zero commitments. Read More
