Save the planet or the economy? Getting the balance right
Many C-suite executives are torn between the need for a green transition and maintaining a competitive advantage. Here are five ways to find a clear path ahead....
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Energy efficiency equals smart strategy, so why the inertia? Â
October 28, 2025 • by Clara Camarasa in Business transformation • 9 min read • 
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Doing more with less energy is the fastest and cheapest way to cut emissions. Business leaders must do more to translate words into action....
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