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SustainCase newsletter – wk13, March 2025

By Gerasimos
March 26, 2025
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EU Launches Series of Actions and Investments to Decarbonize Steel, Metal Sectors

The European Commission announced the launch of its Action Plan on Steel and Metals, outlining a broad range of initiatives aimed at protecting and strengthening the industry’s competitiveness, and supporting its decarbonization.

https://www.esgtoday.com/eu-launches-series-of-actions-and-investments-to-decarbonize-steel-metal-sectors/

Businesses see sustainability potential in AI but worry about energy costs

According to a survey commissioned by Alibaba Cloud, 76% of firms in Asia, Europe and the Middle East want to use AI and cloud computing to support sustainable development. However, concerns about these technologies’ high energy consumption remain a key obstacle to broader adoption.

https://sustainability-news.net/sustainability/businesses-see-sustainability-potential-in-ai-but-worry-about-energy-costs/

 

Case study: How BANK OF AFRICA works with its clients and customers to encourage sustainable practices

March 26, 2025 – One of the key objectives of BANK OF AFRICA is to play a proactive role in fostering a dynamic, resilient, and inclusive economy across Africa. Operating in 20 African nations, the Group is instrumental in driving innovative initiatives that support national development programs, encourage intra-African trade, facilitate trade with the global market, and create a positive social impact. BANK OF AFRICA is a signatory of the Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) and is, accordingly, working with its clients and customers to encourage sustainable practices and enable sustainable economic activities. Read more.

blankCase study: How Banesco works with its clients and customers to encourage sustainable practices

March 20, 2025 – Banesco (Panama) S.A. and its subsidiaries form a globally diversified organization with a strong footprint in retail banking, wholesale banking, and administration. Additionally, Banesco offers financial services and operates in various other industries, primarily in insurance. Banesco is active and operates in both Panama and Curacao. Banesco is a signatory of the Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) and is, accordingly, working with its clients and customers to encourage sustainable practices and enable sustainable economic activities. Read more.

 

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