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Sustainability is no longer just an ethical choice - it’s a financial one. As companies invest in sustainable infrastructure, decision-makers must justify these expenditures to investors, executives, and other stakeholders. But how can you effectively demonstrate the financial returns of sustainability investments?

As sustainability moves to the forefront of global business priorities, Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) are increasingly being scrutinised for their environmental impact. No longer is sustainability merely a "nice to have"; it has become a fundamental requirement for success, both in terms of long-term project outcomes and public perception. Yet, many companies face significant challenges when it comes to implementing sustainable practices within their PPPs. From balancing conflicting priorities to measuring performance and allocating risks, the road to sustainability in these partnerships can be a tough one.

Public-private partnerships (PPPs) are a vital way to deliver infrastructure and services efficiently. Combining the resources, expertise, and funding of both sectors, PPPs can accelerate development in transportation, energy, healthcare, and other essential industries. However, integrating sustainability into these projects remains a challenge. With growing regulatory pressures and stakeholder expectations, how can businesses ensure sustainability is embedded from the start?

In lucky number 13, we speak with Robbie Epsom, EMEA Head of ESG for CBRE Investment Management, about transparency, change and constant improvement in the industry, the effects of ESG on the property sector, and the need to think more broadly to achieve the SDGs.

In this episode, we chat with Mandhy Senewiratne, Director of Sustainability and Communications at Fyrefly Global Sustainability. Dan and Mandhy discuss the challenges within sustainability in Australia, her background in water and construction, why we all need to lead by example and more. Enjoy!

In this episode, we chat with Helen Wiggs, the Head of Corporate Climate at ShareAction, a non-profit focused on driving responsible investment. Dan and Helen discuss whether ESG is here to stay, the Investor Decarbonisation Initiative, her journey from investment banking to responsible investment and more. Enjoy!

London, 17 March 2025 – Rio AI (Rio), a leading sustainability intelligence platform, has announced a strategic partnership with One.Five Partners to accelerate sustainability and climate finance initiatives across Africa. By combining Rio’s cutting-edge technology with One.Five Partners’ deep local expertise and influential network, the collaboration will enable businesses to navigate evolving regulatory landscapes and unlock new opportunities for sustainable growth.

COP29 concluded with a commitment of $300 billion annually by 2035 to support developing nations in combating climate change, tripling the previous $100 billion annual pledge.

As businesses work to reduce their carbon emissions, employee engagement becomes a critical factor in achieving real, lasting change. When employees actively participate in sustainability initiatives, they help drive progress. But how can companies make carbon reduction engaging?