UKBCSD Appoints Ashley Dunseath as Chief Executive Officer to Lead Next Phase of Growth. The UK Business Council for Sustainable Development (@UKBCSD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley Dunseath as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), marking a pivotal step in the organisation’s transformation under Refresh 25, a strategy designed to position UKBCSD at the forefront of sustainable economic growth. Ashley brings a wealth of experience in sustainable development, business enterprise, and operational leadership, having played a key role in shaping UKBCSD’s future direction as the author of the Refresh 25 strategy. With a deep understanding of how sustainability can drive investment, innovation, and long-term economic advantage, Ashley’s leadership will be instrumental in ensuring UKBCSD delivers real-world impact for its members. Please join us in welcoming Ashley Dunseath as UKBCSD’s new Chief Executive Officer. #Sustainability #Transformation #Leadership Jason Longhurst Sarah Jane Chilcott Dr Olli Jones Lydia Dutton Simon Richards Rebecca Savvides Mathew Jellings (he/him) Sue Maguire Magdalena Ashmore
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Celebrating 25yrs enabling Sustainable Growth & Development
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UKBCSD is a membership organisation for leaders and innovators across industry, committed to shaping and driving delivery of sustainable development, going beyond net zero and with the UN Sustainable Development Goals at the heart of all we do. We work across sectors, promoting innovation and positive market disruption involving companies, public bodies and think tanks in our work. We connect our members through powerful networks, both UK-wide and globally through the international network of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD)
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Congratulations to our members Prologis UK for continued leadership in sustainable growth. Our members are defining sustainability as a postive high growth global sector. UK Business Council for Sustainable Development Prologis
The Corporate Knights Global 100 recognizes companies that invest in sustainable projects – and we have been included as one of the global leaders! Our investments in energy, mobility and sustainable developments create value for our customers and future-proof our portfolio. Learn about our blueprint for sustainable investing and global growth: https://prolo.gs/3Xzf9MC
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UKBCSD announces Jason Longhurst as President to lead a bold new era of sustainable economic growth in the UK. The UK Business Council for Sustainable Development is proud to announce that Jason Longhurst will transition from Chair to President, marking a strategic shift in the organisation's structure through Refresh25, as it embarks on a new phase of helping to influence the UK agenda for economic growth. As UKBCSD celebrates 25 years of leadership in sustainable development, this transformation is more than a change of governance, it is a move to amplify UKBCSD impact, strengthen partnerships, and ensure sustainability is recognised as a driver of enviro-economic growth, investment, and competitive advantage. #Sustainability #Transformation #Leadership Lydia Dutton Simon Richards Mathew Jellings (he/him) Sarah Jane Chilcott Dr Olli Jones Rebecca Savvides Jason Longhurst
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Celebrating 25 Years – Driving the Future of Sustainable Growth For 25 years, the UK Business Council for Sustainable Development (UKBCSD) has been the platform where business, government, and finance come together to shape the UK’s sustainable economy. Now, we’re taking bold steps to ensure sustainability isn’t just a responsibility, but a catalyst for growth, investment, and competitive advantage. Refresh25 is our strategy to strengthen our platform and provide our members with the influence, insights, and opportunities to lead the transition to a resilient, high-growth, low-carbon economy. The time for action is now. This is the moment to lead and unlock the full potential of sustainability as the foundation for UK prosperity. Join us and be part of the transformation. #Sustainability #Business #Transformation #Leadership #JoinUs #UKBCSDMembership Jason Longhurst Lydia Dutton Mathew Jellings (he/him) Simon Richards Rebecca Savvides Dr Olli Jones Sarah Jane Chilcott Sue Maguire Magdalena Ashmore
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Great to see our members demonstrating leadership on sustainability. Cundall continue to innovate and shape the everyday sustainable development agenda. Dr Olli Jones Jason Longhurst UK Business Council for Sustainable Development
We are excited to announce that Dr Olli Jones, Sustainability Associate Director, will be part of the Responsible Business Conference panel discussion on the 24th of January at Northumbria University. Olli will be joined by industry experts on the panel where they will be sharing insights on key topics such as Leadership in Responsible Business and the Future of B-Corp. The event, hosted by Dr. Alex Hope and Jessica Williams - MBA, is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable perspectives on how businesses can drive sustainability. Book your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/e94zJTPk
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Great to see our members leading the delivery of decarbonisation projects across the U.K. Expect more focus from UK government in the coming months on this agenda.
We’re thrilled that Sir Robert McAlpine has been appointed main contractor for the construction of a new electric arc furnace-based steel production facility, as part of Tata Steel UK’s £1.25 billion investment in low CO2 ‘green’ steelmaking at its Port Talbot steelworks. The project entails the construction of a new electric arc furnace, ladle furnaces and associated works; all built within the existing Basic Oxygen Steelmaking (BOS) plant and surrounding external areas. We have been working closely with Tata Steel UK since September 2022, supporting with the feasibility studies associated with the construction of the new state-of-the-art facility, and have previous experience of working in Port Talbot having been responsible for the construction of various parts of the steelworks over the past 70 years. Craig Allen BSc (Hons), MBA, FCIOB, Managing Director, Industrial, Sir Robert McAlpine, said: “We are proud to be part of the decarbonisation of Port Talbot steelworks, which will play a pivotal role in turning the Port Talbot site into a world-leading hub for sustainable steel production. Our robust relationship with Tata Steel UK and long-standing industrial expertise makes us the ideal partner for this transformation. We look forward to working collaboratively, as part of a fully Integrated Project Team, to deliver the project successfully.” Read more about this major initiative aimed at transforming Port Talbot to support Tata Steel UK’s decarbonisation goals, securing a more sustainable future and ultimately leading to a new chapter in UK steelmaking 👉 https://lnkd.in/ev__t4s9 #SustainableFuture #SustainableEngineering #GreenSteelFuture
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Great partnership working by Cundall the The North East Combined Authority. Proactive commit to drive decarbonisation by UK Business Council for Sustainable Development members. Across 2024 we have seen our members champion innovation, sustainable development, shaping key programmes for decarbonisation and sustainable economic growth. Dr Olli Jones Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Kim McGuinness John Gummer, Rt Hon The Lord Deben
We cannot morally plan for a growing North East without an aim that demands we strive for net zero and fight the climate crisis. It was great to speak at Net Zero North East England Summit about what action we can take together in this region. I was pleased to announce our plan for a Carbon Offsetting Marketplace so businesses in the North East can support biodiversity and decarbonisation projects in communities in the North East. The scale of what we can achieve here is huge. From transport, to housing and great green jobs and more. Despite the challenge facing us all- it was so uplifting to see so many from across our region already on it. Thanks Jess Cook for the amazing work you, the team and the board have put into pulling it all together.
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Congratulations to Prologis UK members of UK Business Council for Sustainable Development and their partners Mobilityways Zeelo Stagecoach Group Limited
What I would have said if speeches had been permitted last night… It’s a genuine honour to be accepting this award on behalf of all the Mobilityways crew who inspire every day through their passion for decarbonising transport and advancing sustainable travel across the UK & increasingly globally. Mobilityways is grateful to Prologis for continually prioritising and investing in accelerating sustainable workplace travel. And gratitude also to our wonderful mobility collaborators on this commuting project, Zeelo & Stagecoach Group Limited Thanks to the judges - here’s to more collaboration… and more awards! #transportplanning #modalshift #sustainability
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Great to see UK Business Council for Sustainable Development members Equans UK & Ireland talking carbon shift. As key strategic policies such as the Industrial Strategy green paper are consulted on we need to see less deficit and more economic opportunity defined.
A great article here from BusinessGreen on the Equans UK & Ireland event at the Tate, and how our new Carbon Shift business can help companies & government to proactively approach the changing climate we find ourselves in.
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As COP29 kicks off should the U.K. better define the ‘potential’ of a decarbonised global economy. If we are to be the global leaders then should we not move the dial from deficit to equity or asset approach? To be global leaders the economic or enviro-economic offer has to be clear, £1bn energy investment is blinkered to the potential. £70bn is moving beyond blind spot and indicates the trillion dollar global economy we seek to shape. To play a global leadership role the U.K. needs to go beyond a new Industrial Strategy (IS) and commit to a Sustainable Industrial Plan (SIP) with a new Sustainability Sector at its core, defining new growth economies driven from a sustainable platform (Regulatory, Economically, Partnership & Investment). Keir Starmer Rt Hon Rachel Reeves Jonathan Reynolds MP Kerry McCarthy - Labour MP for Bristol East Financial Times Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Department for Business and Trade HM Treasury Cabinet Office Jeremy Pocklington
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