Climate change risks and how to mitigate them
Climate change risks are a growing concern for companies, including financial institutions, as they can be caused by physical effects, weather changes, or…
Climate change risks are a growing concern for companies, including financial institutions, as they can be caused by physical effects, weather changes, or…
We’ve all heard about it, some of us have already used it... but can you define exactly what Open Data is? What is its purpose, its benefits? What is its…
The financial industry can contribute to the European Green Deal by avoiding negative investment and promoting sustainable finance. There has already been…
Luxembourg's industrial sector is transitioning to renewable energy and has to overcome challenges like high electricity costs and infrastructure…
Why is corporate culture fundamental to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance and how does it set the tone for ethical behavior and…
How do banks prioritise investments in renewable energy projects and how do they incorporate climate risk assessments into their practices? In this interview,…
Data literacy is becoming increasingly important in today’s digital age. It refers to the ability to understand, interpret and communicate with data…
In a rapidly changing world, the need for businesses to prioritise environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues has become increasingly apparent. As…
The banking sector is evolving rapidly thanks to technological advances such as mobile banking and artificial intelligence. These innovations are…
In this ever-changing world, it is critical to understand the projected changes in global temperature and their impact on climate conditions, ecosystems,…
Sustainable banking implies taking the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) effect of banking operations and activities into account. By prioritizing…
Our world has truly become digital. In the media you regularly come across terms like FOMO (fear of missing out), and nomophobia (irrational fear of being…
Company repair cafés take their inspiration from the circular economy concept by reclaiming objects and encouraging repairing instead of waste. But what are…
We can bank how we want when we want and where we want. We can make our purchases, transfer money, and check our balances on-the-go. But are traditional banks…
One of the most remarkable developments in the digital revolution is, without doubt, artificial intelligence (AI). Among the various technologies, self-service…
Have you ever lost your phone and panicked? Does the mere thought of not having access to your phone release feelings of anxiousness and high stress? If your…
Local shopping reduces our carbon footprint and from an economic standpoint, it strengthens the local economy. But there are many other benefits. We spoke to…
Ethical behavior matters. Employees who have high ethical standards are proactive to help solve problems with work colleagues and clients. While so-called…
Powered by machine learning, artificial intelligence and neural language processing, voice assistants are helping us perform everyday tasks more easily.…
In terms of our environmental footprint, how do we compare with the rest of the world? STATEC’s Dr Olivier Thunus provides us with valuable information and…
In case you haven't noticed, it's cold outside! Out with the summer jackets and in with the scarves and overcoats! This is also usually the time when…
Sophie used to dream of a house with a big kitchen garden where she could grow vegetables and pretty rose bushes to her heart’s content. When she and Marc…
Does a bad working atmosphere have an impact on a company and what can we do to improve employee satisfaction? We spoke to David Büchel, psychologist at the…
Do our savings impact climate change and how can we invest sustainably? Bryan Ferrari, Investment and Portfolio Manager at Spuerkeess’ Private Banking provides…
What are the major workplace trends and how can we prepare for future jobs? How does Luxembourg compare to the rest of the world? Lieven Lambrecht, Head of HR…
We spoke to Christophe Reuter, “Premier Conseiller de Gouvernement” at the Ministry of Mobility and Public Works, who provided insight as well as useful tips…
Phishing attacks are becoming more and more sophisticated. What are the pitfalls and how can we protect ourselves? We spoke to Bertrand Lathoud from the…
There is an immediate need to direct capital towards critical issues such as climate change, environmental degradation, biodiversity loss, and water scarcity.…
We spoke to sustainability experts Dr. Elorri Igos and Thomas Schaubroek from Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) who provided five useful…
Generation Z was born after 1996, and is therefore the first generation that has never known a world without the Internet. They are stereotyped as “social…
Via natural language processing (NLP), speech recognition and machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI) can simulate human intelligence via machines and…
In order to facilitate the transition to sustainable, cleaner mobility, individuals benefit from a government bonus for the purchase of a self-propelled…
We spoke to Thomas Gibon, Researcher in the “Life cycle sustainability assessment” department at the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) who…
We live in a fast-paced digital world and, wherever we go, we are reachable 24/7 via our smartphones. Is it possible to be happy whilst constant stress ? We…
What impact does the current energy crisis have on Luxembourg and where is the nation headed in terms of solar energy? We spoke with Sarah Juchems, Head of…
The purpose of a so-called "smart city" is to use technology in order to increase operational efficiency and, thus, improve the welfare of citizens.…
The UN Biodiversity Conference (COP15) will be held in December 2022 in Montreal (Canada). With climate extremes manifesting themselves in increasingly intense…
Littering is the bad habit of leaving trash in public spaces or carelessly throwing it away. Mr Jean-Pierre Santer, co-founder of “Pickitup”, says that this…
165 litres of water are consumed on average per day per person. After being used for laundry, flushing the toilet, cleaning, cooking, etc., , wastewater is…
About one third of all food produced in the world goes unused or ends up in the bin. Not only does this release around 3,300 million tonnes of CO2 annually but…
Can we make our IT consumption green again? Nathalie Thielemans, Managing Director at OXiane and Valérie Viatour, Expert Consultant & Trainer on Green IT…
Our planet's resources are limited and the textile industry is a major contributor to environmental damage. Jeannette Müller, advisor to the Luxembourg…
Employees who feel accepted and respected at work are more productive. Dr. Mareike Bönigk, Head of the Psychosocial Service of the Ministry for the Civil…
Following the adoption of the Paris Agreement and the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in 2015, governments are making strides to transition to…
After a long discussion with her aunt Elise, the answer was staring Sophie in the face... If her aunt doesn't feel up to looking after her beautiful house…
Did you know that your old computer or TV doesn’t belong in the trash, but do you know how to discard your old electronic equipment? Andy Maxant, Director of…
Greenhouse gas emissions decreased in 2020 due to the disruptions of economic activity, travel, and commerce brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. What can…
During the recent Easter holidays, Sophie and Marc chose to travel by train and electric car, taking advantage of the Avis benefit on their Visa Premier card…
Cigarette butts are a toxic plastic pollutant. In fact, cigarette butts are the most common type of litter collected on beaches. We spoke to Stéphane Hérard,…
The manufacturing process of the linear economy counts for half of the emissions around the world. The extraction of resources also leads to other problems…
Artificial intelligence (AI) tries to mimic human thought and integrate it into computers. When will AI be truly human and how should we respond? To answer…
Fintech has remodelled the financial ecosystem while banks are using technology to make their financial systems more efficient. What are the latest FinTech…
In Luxembourg, temperatures have risen by 1.3 degrees since 1832. According to weather experts, drought and heavy rain will also increase in Luxembourg.…
Enovos is installing numerous photovoltaic power plants in the country in response to a call for tenders issued by the State. In addition to the rooftop…
With "Energy Contracting", LuxEnergie offers tailor-made, turnkey energy solutions that include not only the construction and financing of energy…
According to the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report 2021, at least one more generation of women will have to wait for gender equality. Dr.…
The world has become digital and cybercrime is on the rise. Failure of companies’ technological defences entail both financial loss and damage to the…
For 25 years, Stëmm vun der Strooss, a non-profit organisation, has provided support to people in need. The non-profit organisation collects food before…
Global warming is a challenge that concerns us all and the economic system plays an important role in the battle against climate change. Thus, the University…
Like every year at this time, the race for Christmas presents is on. In exactly three weeks, dozens of gifts will be piled up at the foot of Sophie and…
The word “FinTech” entered the dictionary in 2018 but what exactly is FinTech and how does it affect banking? We spoke to Dr. Zsofia Kräussl who is Research…
ESG topics pose new and complex challenges that were previously largely outside the remit of financial institutions. They require targeted scientific expertise…
How environmentally friendly is the electric car? Dr. Félix Urbain, senior innovation consultant at Nordic Innovators P/S, knows the answer.
On a global level, cities are heating up. This is due to the increasing mass of concrete, steel, asphalt and car exhaust, which adds to the effects of global…
From cans, coffee capsules and aluminium to plastic; supermarket shelves are piled with packaged products, while online retailers support a global packaging…
When Marc and Sophie chose to spend their summer holidays in Luxembourg, it was a joint decision. Sophie saw it as an opportunity to combine gardening, trips…
Every day, eight million pieces of plastic end up in the ocean. This not only kills fish, sea birds and marine mammals, but also affects humans on land. We…
It has been 25 years since Spuerkeess and etika introduced an ethical savings account which, until recently, was Luxembourg’s only sustainable banking product.…
Owned equally by SEO and Enovos, Soler has been active in renewable energy since 2001. Mr. Paul Zeimet, Administrateur-Délégué, was kind enough to tell us more…
Nathalie Roth is senior advisor for climate finance, environmental and international carbon markets, valuation of climate change impacts and sustainable…
Our role is to support you in your energy efficiency projects and make you aware of the available aid and grants. As Deputy Head of Business unit Facility…
Photovoltaic panels have been installed on the roof of a covered carport at the House of BioHealth in Esch. They are connected directly to the grid and thus…
From checking facts, documenting and optimising our environmental efforts to getting our sustainable message out to the world - our common goal is to advance…
For the past two years Spuerkeess has worked with a science and sustainability advisor who has helped us conduct our own research and develop tools that help…
Reducing the use of plastic, taking public transport, buying second hand, eating local...the list of small actions that can improve our consumption habits has…
On 12 September, as part of its commitment to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (UN PRI), Spuerkeess Asset Management (Spuerkeess Asset…