SustainCase newsletter – wk22, May 2023

ESG: Fad or Solid Business Sense?
While some view ESG as a passing trend, supporters argue that it represents a fundamental shift in business practices with long-term benefits.
Non-Profit Organization Energy Web Starts Sustainability Registry for Bitcoin Miners
Non-profit organization Energy Web said it is starting a free sustainability registry for bitcoin miners, which takes into account their energy inputs and impact on electric grids.
Case study: How Chiesi creates economic value for its stakeholders
May 26, 2023 – Chiesi is an international group based in Parma, research-oriented, with over 85 years of experience and present in 30 countries, researching, developing and marketing innovative drugs. Chiesi constantly seeks to create sustainable, long-term value for all its stakeholders, including community, capital providers, suppliers/ vendors, and employees. Read more.
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