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Every Net Zero Week, we're reminded of the UK's ambition to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. But for many organisations, the phrase "net zero" can feel daunting. It can also be difficult to look past the debate that often surrounds it. Whatever your view of the term itself, it's worth looking at the opportunities it presents for organisations. Taking steps to reduce your environmental impact isn't just about doing the right thing. It can also help reduce opera

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

For many packaging businesses, compliance is the starting point - not the end goal. As regulatory expectations evolve and pressure from customers and supply chains increases, organisations are increasingly looking for ways to go beyond compliance and embed sustainability into the heart of their operations. That’s why Wastepack, a leading packaging compliance scheme with over 20 years of experience, has partnered with Genee and the Investors in the Environment scheme to streng

The North East Public Sector Sustainable & Social Value Supplier Event returned this March, bringing together public sector organisations, suppliers, and sustainability leaders from across the region to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing organisations today: supply chain carbon and social value. Chaired by Genee’s Managing Director, Jo Holmes, the event highlighted the growing importance of collaboration in addressing complex challenges such as public sector supplier

This post was written for Issue 118 of Northern Insight Magazine . Turning data into impact for North East businesses. From clients and suppliers to investors, stakeholders want to know: what is your organisation’s carbon impact? Organisations are increasingly being asked for carbon data by suppliers, customers, and investors. For example, larger organisations such as NHS trusts are requesting that their suppliers provide carbon footprint data and details of Net Zero commitme