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You may have noticed El Niño appearing increasingly in the news, with warnings about changing weather patterns and the possibility of more extreme weather over the coming months. But beyond the headlines, what does El Niño actually mean, and why should businesses and other organisations be paying attention? At Genee, we believe understanding environmental risks is an important part of running a resilient, responsible organisation. And while we can't predict the weather, we ca

A new partnership designed to help organisations turn sustainability knowledge and ambition into practical, measurable action officially launched at the North East Recycling Forum on 24th September. Genee Consulting and Ecogenesys Training Academy have joined forces to provide organisations with a flexible route to build sustainability knowledge, strengthen environmental management and demonstrate progress through recognised environmental accreditation. The partnership brings

This article was written for Issue 127 of Northern Insight Magazine There’s something about September that feels like a fresh start. The holidays are over, children return to school, diaries begin to fill up again and businesses regain their rhythm – a time to refocus, reset and look ahead. As we settle back into our routines, it’s worth asking ourselves one simple question: if we’re already resetting the way we work, why not reset some of our business habits too? Too often,

Sustainability conversations have often focused on how businesses affect the environment. Increasingly, organisations also need to consider how a changing environment affects their business. Both perspectives matter, and both require action. From Storm Arwen's widespread power outages to increasingly intense rainfall affecting transport networks, businesses across the North East have already experienced how extreme weather can disrupt day-to-day operations. What were once con

When B Lab released its new standards for B Corp certification, it's fair to say there was a collective intake of breath across the community. As a B Corp ourselves, Genee will be recertifying under the new standards in June 2027. Like many businesses, we've been taking time to understand what has changed, what it means in practice, and how organisations can prepare without feeling overwhelmed. Recently, our Sustainability Advisor Ellen attended a B Local North East roundtabl

The Green Goals Conference brought together leaders from across the sports and leisure sector to explore one of the biggest challenges facing our industry: how do we create a more environmentally sustainable future for sport and physical activity? As climate change impacts participation through extreme weather, rising costs and increasing pressure on facilities and infrastructure, organisations are being challenged to move beyond short-term actions and develop long-term susta

We're delighted to announce that the Investors in the Environment (iiE) Annual Conference and Awards 2026 will take place at Newcastle Civic Centre on Wednesday 25th November, marking the first time the national event has been hosted outside of Peterborough. As the Northern delivery partner for Investors in the Environment, Genee is proud to welcome organisations from across the UK to the North East to share ideas, celebrate success and explore practical solutions to some of

This article was written for Issue 124 of Northern Insight Magazine. Sustainability means different things to different people, and often, those motivations vary depending on where someone sits within an organisation. For leadership teams, sustainability may be closely linked to company values, long-term resilience and meeting growing stakeholder expectations. Marketing and communications teams may focus more on reputation, public perception and how sustainability strengthens

This article was written for Issue 123 of Northern Insight Magazine. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is fast becoming a core expectation of doing business. Across the North East, organisations are feeling increasing pressure from customers, stakeholders, investors and employees to demonstrate meaningful action, not just intent. But while ambition is high, delivery can often feel complex, fragmented, or disconnected from real impact. From our combined perspectives a

We’re delighted to share that Genee has achieved Green accreditation with Investors in the Environment (iiE), following our audit in March 2026. This marks our second consecutive year at this level and reflects our continued commitment to improving our environmental performance as a business. Alongside this milestone, we’ve also recently updated our website to better showcase our internal sustainability work. You’ll now find a dedicated sustainability page featuring our Envir

Driving Sustainability Through Collaboration This article was written for Issue 122 of Northern Insight Magazine . Sustainability can sometimes feel like a daunting challenge for organisations. From understanding the whole agenda, reducing carbon emissions and managing waste to responding to increasing expectations from customers and regulators, organisations are navigating an increasingly complex landscape. But one of the most powerful tools for accelerating sustainability p

This month we joined forces with fellow North East impact organisations, Positive About Inclusion and Venture Zero , for a free webinar exploring how wellbeing, inclusion and sustainability come together to create businesses with measurable, lasting impact. As ESG continues to rise up the agenda and stakeholders increasingly expect clear evidence of positive impact on people and communities, understanding how to embed these values in a meaningful way has never been more impo