For a new government – the how will be just as important as the what 

What a time for politics. In a major election year globally, how can new governments demonstrate a genuine commitment to lasting change?  

In an opinion piece for edie, Dr Sally Uren, Forum for the Future’s Chief Executive, explores the need for a proper diagnosis of the world's challenges, joined-up action from groups outside of the usual suspects, innovation and routes for new innovations to scale, and fundamental shifts in policies, taxes and subsidies.  

Businesses delivering for people and planet  

The Business Guide to Advancing Climate Justice, co-published by Forum and B Lab U.S. and Canada, is designed for businesses that are working to address the climate crisis by using equity-centered solutions. 

Forum’s Senior Principal Change Designer, Ksenia Benifand, considers the need to prioritise trust-building with frontline communities, adopt a new ‘just and regenerative’ mindset, offer immediate and sustained support to meet people’s needs, and leverage your spheres of control and influence.    

India’s responsible energy future: insights from key voices 

India, like many emerging economies, is undergoing a significant energy transition. This involves achieving universal access to modern, reliable, and affordable energy services while moving to a low-carbon energy mix.  

What does this transition look like?  

The Responsible Energy Initiative (REI) India has gathered experts to discuss the critical questions surrounding this transition. Hear from top industry executives about the innovations driving the renewable energy sector, policymakers' perspectives, and the crucial contributions of grassroots organisations advocating for renewable energy practices.

A take on the most pressing questions facing the energy transition  

As the global energy transition gathers pace, we recently put the spotlight on the key questions emerging. From the critical shifts necessary for an equitable and sustainable transition to the challenges and opportunities around critical minerals, and just how financiers can broaden the impact of their funding beyond decarbonisation to truly empower the renewable energy sector. We also considered the potential of community-centred approaches and how listening, understanding and responding to the needs of stakeholders are key to a just energy transition.

A new partnership working towards the ‘BTC 2.0’ 
 
Forum has announced a new partnership with Bentley Environmental Foundation to take the ‘Business Transformation Compass’ (BTC) toolkit to the next level. Launched in 2021, the BTC has been instrumental in guiding businesses towards embracing just and regenerative approaches in their sustainability efforts.

With support from Bentley, we are set to introduce BTC 2.0, which will feature real-world case studies from trailblazing companies that have successfully implemented transformative sustainability strategies. The updated guidance will offer practical insights and actionable steps for business leaders striving to make lasting change. 

In early July, we're putting the spotlight on latest developments and innovations in visionary business leadership and in supply chain transformation. Watch this space.