Business Insights

In this episode, our partners Ruirui Zong-Rühe and Beate Rosenthal explore pressing topics within sustainability, its current challenges, and the critical role of industry collaboration in driving higher value. Through examples from two sectors - FMCG (B2C) and chemicals (B2B) - they illustrate a new phase of sustainability marked by three defining factors: heightened regulation, geopolitical influences, and comprehensive business integration led by ESG-mature front runners.
What lessons can be drawn from these industries, and how can businesses strategically navigate this evolving landscape?

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This episode delves into the urgent need for businesses to act now in the face of rising CO2 prices and stricter regulatory requirements. Understand the financial implications and how this strategy can be leveraged for competitive advantage. It also addresses the potential burden on consumers and the strategies to implement it effectively without negatively impacting them. Learn how this key tool can drive diversification, supply chain resilience, and sustainability.
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In this episode, our partners Denis Depoux and Dieter Billen shed light on the complexities of energy production and reduction mechanisms across Asia. While China’s planned economy may capture the most attention, it’s vital to recognize that Southeast Asian countries also host rapidly growing industries contributing significantly to greenhouse gas emissions and aspiring to lead in decarbonization. Nations like Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia are each pursuing unique strategies to reduce their carbon footprints. But how do their approaches to fossil-based and renewable energy sources compare? And what role will nuclear power play in the region’s energy...

In this episode, our partners Yvonne Ruf and Nikhil Sachdeva explore the development of green products and examine the dual aspects of financing sustainability. As companies work toward becoming more sustainable and reducing their carbon footprint, some cost increases are generally accepted. However, there are end-customers with their own sustainability goals and a willingness to pay for sustainable solutions. So, how can companies strategically segment their customer base, develop compelling green products, and build internal structures to bring these to market and push their topline? And how does vertical integration fit into this picture? Join us as we consider how...