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Stuart Stone

Stuart Stone

Analyst

Stuart Stone is an analyst at BusinessGreen leading the brand’s Intelligence output since its launch in March 2023 by writing case studies, interviews and trend reports designed to help sustainable business leaders in their work. He has also provided news and analysis for the site since joining BusinessGreen in January 2023.

Stuart is particularly interested in green start-ups, culture and behaviour change, nature, the role of clean tech and circular innovation in day-to-day living, and the uphill battle to make sport more sustainable.

Prior to joining BusinessGreen, Stuart spent almost four years covering the hospitality and drinks sector at “pub trade bible” The Morning Advertiser, where he was a head category judge at the Great British Pub Awards on multiple occasions.

He also enjoyed a brief spell covering innovation and technology in the water and energy sectors at Utility Week, has freelanced for British GQ and Telegraph Sport, and written matchday blogs for UEFA’s Champions League, Europa League and international fixtures. Before training as a journalist Stuart spent four years working in commercial media at Men’s Fitness and The Telegraph Media Group’s branded content team.

Stuart studied journalism at City University, a BA in modern history and politics at Royal Holloway, University of London, and is certified Carbon Literate by The Carbon Literacy Project.

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Articles by Stuart Stone

HSBC: 'Stark' contrast between investors approach to sustainability

Risk

HSBC: 'Stark' contrast between investors approach to sustainability

Banking giant's latest sustainability sentiment survey shows many investors continue to prioritise nature and climate concerns, but laggards remain

clock 10 July 2025 • 2 min read
Masdar and Iberdrola to invest €5.2bn in 1.4GW East Anglia Three offshore wind farm

Energy

Masdar and Iberdrola to invest €5.2bn in 1.4GW East Anglia Three offshore wind farm

Energy giants advance €15bn joint venture with opening of Baltic Eagle project and confirmation of investment in latest UK offshore wind farm

clock 10 July 2025 • 3 min read
OBR: Economic cost of climate change likely 'more severe' than previously thought

Climate change

OBR: Economic cost of climate change likely 'more severe' than previously thought

Risks associated with climate change mitigation and damage could increase public debt by up to 74 per cent of GDP by 2073, OBR estimates

clock 09 July 2025 • 4 min read
Ruth Chapman: 'We need a proper vision for what a connected, sustainable UK could look like'

Technology

Ruth Chapman: 'We need a proper vision for what a connected, sustainable UK could look like'

Ruth Chapman of solar-powered vaccine storage co-op, Dulas, reflects on the value of local action and environmental education through volunteering

clock 08 July 2025 • 5 min read
UK's oldest truck stop gets major green upgrade

Automotive

UK's oldest truck stop gets major green upgrade

The Hollies in Staffordshire has been fitted with 48 solar panels, two new electric vehicle chargers, and a smart water system

clock 08 July 2025 • 2 min read
'Once-in-a-generation opportunity': Cardiff International Sports Village plans to push city towards carbon neutrality by 2030

Energy

'Once-in-a-generation opportunity': Cardiff International Sports Village plans to push city towards carbon neutrality by 2030

Council shares update on eco-friendly homes and green energy infrastructure at the heart of city's billion-pound regeneration project

clock 07 July 2025 • 3 min read
Nature-focused AI projects report 'positive impact' following £2m pilots

IT

Nature-focused AI projects report 'positive impact' following £2m pilots

Innovate UK reveals how six data and artificial intelligence projects have secured major boost to commercialisation efforts

clock 07 July 2025 • 2 min read
How Monumo is creating ultra-efficient electric motors that challenge design preconceptions

Technology

How Monumo is creating ultra-efficient electric motors that challenge design preconceptions

Dominic Vergine, CEO and founder of Monumo discusses the frustrations of the 'hype cycle' and the huge potential carbon savings on offer from more efficient motors

clock 07 July 2025 • 4 min read
Who Gives A Crap rolled out in 247 Tesco stores

Procurement

Who Gives A Crap rolled out in 247 Tesco stores

Certified B-Corp announces deal with Tesco that will see its bamboo and recycled toilet paper, kitchen roll, and tissues available in store

clock 07 July 2025 • 2 min read
Study: 'Boring' retrofits yield higher financial and environmental returns than flagship projects

Efficiency

Study: 'Boring' retrofits yield higher financial and environmental returns than flagship projects

Most effective real estate climate investments come not from 'iconic' retrofits but suburban office and warehouse upgrades, report claims

clock 07 July 2025 • 3 min read