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EnOcean, an innovator in energy harvesting and IoT solutions, is developing sustainable energy solutions aimed at office space optimisation, energy management and wellbeing to combat key global challenges.

NetApp and the Parikrma Humanity Foundation host the third edition of the Parikrma Innovations Conclave, a platform for youth to develop innovative climate solutions.

Tech veteran Jennifer Anderson joins UK Infrastructure Bank as CIO, promising to leverage her two-decade experience for the bank's digital initiatives and sustainable economic growth.

Climate startup CarbonHQ raises AUD $600,000 in pre-seed funding to boost transparency in volatile carbon market and expedite Carbon credits projects.

Datacom's survey of New Zealand business leaders sheds light on a strategic focus on growth for 2024, with promising optimism for improved government support and industry backing, despite ongoing productivity challenges.

Japanese firm Synspective partners with Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan for disaster management, utilising SAR satellite data to predict and mitigate natural catastrophes.

Fujitsu launches EV trial with Australian energy firm Origin, a key move in realising its goal for a 100% zero emissions vehicle operational fleet by 2030.

Following a drop in funding, 2024 sees a predicted resurgence in climate tech trends, with clean energy, hydrogen, carbon capture and storage, and alternative proteins earmarked for significant investment growth.

AiDash, a satellite-first software solution provider for multiple industries, raises $50m in a bid to expand operations and boost combating climate-related threats.

Johnson Controls, a global expert in sustainable buildings, bolsters its heating industry stature with two next-gen industrial heat pumps, aligning with the EU's transition away from boilers and fossil energy.

NTT Group and ClimateForce collaborate to create the world's first Smart Rainforest, using AI and data analytics to restore Australia's damaged Daintree Rainforest.

In a novel move towards environmental sustainability, NTT Group collaborates with ClimateForce to regenerate Australia's Daintree Rainforest, creating the world's first 'Smart Rainforest'.

ETB Technologies reveals sharp spending increase by managed service providers to meet amplified enterprise IT demands.

Embracing a Brighter Future: Investment Priorities for 2024 report reveals a surge in optimism among global business leaders, driven by promising AI technologies and digital transformation, despite macroeconomic challenges.

Despite over two-thirds of Australian business chiefs acknowledging technology and talent as main drivers of change, 62% of them admit to being unprepared for these changes by 2024, a rate higher than the global average, according to Accenture's annual report.

Weather forecasting firm, Salient Predictions, joins the Insurtech Vanguards programme, advancing insurers' response to climate change with prediction technology.

APAC construction sector focuses on sustainability, buoyed by the global aim to reach net zero emissions, according to a whitepaper by Autodesk.

Equinix launches Equinix Metal and Network Edge in Mumbai, providing efficient digital infrastructure services to empower local enterprises with automated, 'as-a-service' solutions.

Google partners with the University of Cambridge for multi-year AI research, aiming to generate societal benefits and combat climate change responsibly.

Satellite Internet of Things technology is emerging as a key tool in global environmental sustainability initiatives, according to Ground Control.

One NZ, in cooperation with SpaceX, launched its first six 'direct to cell' satellites enabling expanded telecommunication coverage from 2024, and has joined a global alliance to offer reciprocal satellite roaming services.

Gartner has forecast nine key HR trends for the future, including the rise of GenAI, embracing four-day workweeks, and shifting professional paths, to attract talent and enhance results.

In contrast to the global outlook, New Zealanders are more optimistic about the future economic climate, according to the latest Global Predictions Survey.

RSM Australia study reveals a bolstering confidence in growth prospects for the country's agtech sector despite challenges.