McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 21, 2024

Demand for sustainable aviation fuel could outpace supply by 2030 without a significant increase in capacity. Forward-leaning aviation players use a combination of strategies to source SAF, including equity investments, to help scale the ecosystem.

Sustainability 132

Sustainability 132

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Sustainable financial products can propel revenue growth for banks and contribute substantially to businesses’ progress in meeting global climate goals. But success requires a strategic approach.

Sustainability 142

Sustainability 142

AWS Public Sector Blog

APRIL 19, 2023

Sustainability is now an integral part of business strategy, even as the sustainability landscape is continuously evolving. Technology, data, and innovation play a fundamental role in helping governments, organisations, and society address sustainability-related challenges. This means thinking differently about technology.

Sustainability 133

Sustainability Public Sector Stewardship Operations 133

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The sustainable-fuel market is nascent, complex, and growing fast. Traders that develop an in-depth understanding across different fuels, feedstocks, and regions can gain a competitive advantage.

Sustainability 133

Sustainability Development 133

AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

To become more sustainable, the health sector is turning to the cloud. While sustainability in healthcare encompasses environmental sustainability, it also considers how to design a sustainable care delivery system. This will rise to 96% as Amazon drives toward being powered by 100% renewable energy by 2025.

Sustainability 133

Sustainability Operations Implementation Security 133

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Retailers face costly packaging supply constraints, making it harder to contend with consumer and regulatory pressure to be more sustainable. Four actions can help.

Sustainability 142

Sustainability 142

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Investors want companies to sharpen their equity story and clarify the value of their sustainability initiatives. Here’s what company leaders can do.

Sustainability 141

Sustainability 141

NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 8, 2024

In the realm of urban sustainability, AI is being leveraged to bring […] Source While the meteoric rise of generative, language-wielding platforms, like ChatGPT, are catching big media waves, many cities are already established AI enthusiasts.

Sustainability 118

Sustainability 118

Homeroom

APRIL 26, 2024

Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools, District Sustainability Awardees, and Postsecondary Sustainability Awardees. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools Lead the Way on Healthy, Sustainable Infrastructure and Environmental Learning appeared first on ED.gov Blog. Today, the U.S. School systems across the U.S.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Education Implementation 130

Open Access Government - Technology News

OCTOBER 17, 2022

It’s an initiative that echoes the necessity for our streets to be cycle friendly , forming part of the wider aim of creating smarter, safer and more sustainable towns and cities, says Mark Nicholson, Chief Executive Officer, VivaCity. For this to succeed, we need AI-powered data to deliver smart, safe and sustainable cycling.

Sustainability 145

Sustainability Implementation Transportation Local Government 145

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MAY 18, 2023

Which sustainability attributes matter most at the point of sale? Do consumers pay attention to sustainability claims? A new report from McKinsey and NielsenIQ provides answers.

Sustainability 119

Sustainability 119

The City Fix

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

In the face of rapid urbanization, evolving mobility patterns and the looming climate crisis, the Sustainable Cities Challenge emerges as a pioneering initiative providing a catalytic approach to drive progress. Launched by the Toyota Mobility Foundation in collaboration with WRI.

Sustainability 114

Sustainability Urban Planning Transportation Management 114

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MAY 5, 2023

Biotechnology can help make it more sustainable, supporting a global path to net zero. Animal production will continue to play an important role in feeding a growing world population.

Sustainability 122

Sustainability 122

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 10, 2024

Demand for sustainable fuels is projected to grow as the world strives to meet decarbonization targets, but additional investment and continued legislative support is needed to meet projected growth.

Sustainability 102

Sustainability Legislation 102

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 9, 2024

Lionel Souque, CEO of Rewe Group, explains how his company is building the future through digitalization, retail media, and sustainability.

Sustainability 97

Sustainability 97

Next City

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

In Ecuador, urban farms have long been a way to create sustainable access to food. But they’re also helping women flourish as gardeners and entrepreneurs.

Sustainability 256

Sustainability 256

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 9, 2024

A McKinsey survey finds that 90 percent of farmers are aware of sustainable-farming practices, but holistic adoption remains low; they seek more operational and financial support.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Operations 105

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MAY 23, 2024

We are driving measurable progress on sustainable and inclusive growth in the societies where we operate. Our 2023 ESG Report details how we are making an impact through our client work, our insights, our actions, and our giving.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Operations 98

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JUNE 23, 2022

A new era is possible—one that sees growth and societal benefits as complementary goals that reinforce each other. Our weekly digest of McKinsey insights explores the topic.

Sustainability 145

Sustainability 145

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 28, 2024

Translating fashion’s decarbonization commitments into action has proved difficult. A new McKinsey analysis outlines what the industry can do to reach its targets.

Sustainability 141

Sustainability Translation 141

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

AI, machine learning, the Internet of Things, and other technologies can play a critical role in decarbonization, and the cloud can significantly speed up and catalyze this process.

Sustainability 136

Sustainability 136

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The global energy transition is entering a new phase. These ten McKinsey Explainers highlight what leaders need to know to grow through—and not just react to—the new climate era.

Sustainability 122

Sustainability 122

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 21, 2023

A recent McKinsey survey shows broad, unmet consumer demand for climate-linked financial products—but will financial institutions provide the education consumers require and the differentiated offerings needed to win this space?

Sustainability 145

Sustainability Education 145

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Reducing greenhouse gases is essential for chemical companies to remain competitive. Investing in feedstock sources and conversion technologies can help close the gap to net zero.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability 130

Next City

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The CEO of Brooklyn Cooperative Federal Credit Union shares its blueprint for building a sustainable institution that meets its communities’ growing needs.

Sustainability 235

Sustainability 235

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 4, 2024

In response to financial pressures, academic medical centers are pursuing efforts to improve their near-term fiscal health. Clinician engagement is crucial to longer-term success.

Sustainability 131

Sustainability Engagement 131

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 21, 2024

Novel ingredients could shape the future of food—but are consumers willing to try (and pay for) them? Our survey on US consumer sentiment offers insights for formulators, brands, and retailers.

Sustainability 128

Sustainability Development 128

American City & Country

AUGUST 30, 2024

Sustainability has been a talking point for cities and counties for decades, and the increasing impacts of climate change have added a sense of urgency to “going green” initiatives. To see which cities earned the top spots, as well as the metrics that got them there, click the gallery above.

Sustainability 84

Sustainability Transportation 84

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Without a step change in action to increase land-use efficiency, growing demand for food, fuel, and natural capital may require additional land equivalent to the total cropland of Brazil by 2030.

Sustainability 137

Sustainability 137

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Digital payment transactions are skyrocketing in emerging markets as innovations proliferate. Banks, fintechs, and telecom companies must quickly develop their strategy to compete for market share.

Sustainability 143

Sustainability Development 143

AWS Public Sector Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Nonprofit organizations (NPOs) and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) focusing on sustainability are dedicated to fostering a healthy environment, preserving our planet, and providing a livable future for upcoming generations. This research is essential in informing policy and guiding action towards sustainability.

Sustainability 76

Sustainability Nonprofit Stewardship Leadership 76

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 9, 2024

Reitan Retail’s CEO talks about two milestone deals that show the distinctiveness of the company’s discounter model.

Sustainability 97

Sustainability 97

The City Fix

MARCH 11, 2024

Urban development in many cities around the world prioritizes making space for cars over pedestrians, cyclists or public transportation. In Brazil, this design led to an average of more than 30,000 annual road crash fatalities nationwide by the turn of the century,

Public Transportation 110

Public Transportation Sustainability Transportation Development 110

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Indonesia’s Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs reflects on the nation’s clean energy transition and how collaboration could help achieve energy security in ASEAN.

Sustainability 126

Sustainability Security 126