Smart building is where sustainability and tech converge

For companies that embraced the circular economy early, the payoff is clear. They’ve proven more resilient to supply chain disruptions, are inherently more sustainable, and are less reliant on raw materials. Now, businesses just beginning their circular journey can accelerate progress by tapping into the technologies and insights already pioneered by these early movers.

Quantum computing holds immense potential to reshape the way businesses operate. But it’s often the subtle, foundational shifts, like advancements in quantum sensing, that spark meaningful change. With clear sustainability benefits, quantum sensing should be harnessed for broader societal impact. However, without robust quantum-safe security in place, the momentum behind these innovations could slow before they truly take off.

2025 sits at a crossroads of tech and sustainability, and our next moves will influence the world for generations to come. Increased AI adoption, broader mandatory disclosure requirements and the increasing presence of EVs will be key moments in the coming year.

The automotive industry is pioneering both sustainable products and decarbonised manufacturing. Digital twins, autonomous robots and 5G are removing energy-hungry processes and enabling a more efficient, sustainable production line. What can other sectors learn from this revolution?

Human-centred design is a practice that builds products and solutions with their end user in mind. Human-centred sustainability allows us to make sustainability decisions in the same way. Let's look at the best investments in sustainable tech that leave a positive, lasting impact on the people involved.

The APAC region is growing rapidly and is expected to generate 50% of the world’s GDP by 2040. Part of that success is down to the investment and uptake of digital transformation. Let's look at more factors that achieve digitally-enabled growth: