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What is the Circular Economy? BITCI explains
You might have heard the term “Circular Economy” and wondered what it means. It’s a fairly recent term meant to encompass a number of initiatives, philosophies, and movements (Cradle to Cradle, biomimicry, blue economy, regenerative design and others) that have been ongoing from the 1970s [1] . It’s based on the idea that the Earth has
In Conversation with Penny Bryant, Director of Communications & CSR at Fidelity Investments
In our In Conversation Series we get to know the sustainability and corporate responsibility leaders from some of Ireland’s top businesses. This month please meet Penny Bryant, Director of Communications and CSR at Fidelity Investments. Please describe your role and responsibilities and how many years you have been in the company I oversee Communications and
Episode 4 Low Carbon Pledge Report launch with Arup, Janssen, Gas Networks Ireland, PwC
A new episode from our CEO as Activist podcast series is out. In this episode recorded at the launch of the #LowCarbonPledge report on June 12th we got to chat further to business leaders from Janssen Sciences Ireland, PwC, Arup and Gas Networks Ireland about transitioning to a low carbon future and the role business
Low Carbon Pledge recognised in the All of Government Action Plan as key engagement tool for collective action
Business in the Community Ireland welcomes the adoption of the All of Government Action Plan on Climate Disruption as a decisive and coherent set of policies that will prepare Ireland to become a significant player at European and international level on adapting to climate change. In particular we welcome the approach to systemic change proposed by the Action Plan, placing a focus on
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From offering work experience to mock interview skills and mentoring to immigrants and people with high barriers to employment, the outcomes can be transformative as can the impacts on volunteering employees themselves.