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AI as a catalyst for ESG: Empowering CIOs to drive sustainable innovation

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Companies seeking to align their technology investments with ESG goals can draw inspiration from global frameworks like the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) , which offer a blueprint for addressing environmental and social challenges worldwide.

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Corporate sustainability initiatives may open doors for carbon offset startups

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Commitments to carbon neutrality keep coming from all corners of the business world — over the past few weeks, companies ranging from the fast-casual restaurant chain Sweetgreen to the security-focused networking IT company Palo Alto Networks to the online craft retailer Etsy committed to net-zero carbon emission plans.

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IFC backs Bolt with $24M to expand its transportation network in emerging markets

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Bolt , an Uber competitor that is building an international on-demand network of services to transport people, food and other items in cars, scooters and bikes across Europe and Africa, has picked up some strategic funding today to continue expanding its business in emerging markets. billion, based on a 1.5x multiple on GMV of €3.5

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Student transportation startup Z?m to add 10,000 EVs to its platform

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m , a startup that provides optimized transportation services for school-age children, has announced the close of a $130 million Series D raise, bringing its total funding to more than $200 million. m was awarded a $150 million contract to modernize the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) transportation service.

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Why sustainable transportation needs 5G connectivity and digitalisation

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Decarbonising transportation through electrification is critical to helping companies and economies meet net-zero emissions targets. Fortunately, three forces are combining to make this vision for sustainable transportation a reality: connectivity, digitalisation, and cross-sector collaboration. Learn more here.

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Building sustainability at the edge of the enterprise

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At the same time, the importance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies has become a boardroom topic, with sustainability concerns leading the way in many geographies. This presents a critical sustainability challenge. To find out about Intel’s commitment to a sustainable future, visit intel.com/sustainability.

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Join Team TechCrunch at these speed networking sessions at Disrupt

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Grab a red Sharpie, circle September 20 on your calendar (ooh, how old-school) and get ready to jumpstart your TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 networking experience. We’re hosting a series of speed networking sessions to get your Disrupt kicked off on Monday, September 20. We love free swag, and we’re pretty sure you do, too.

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