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Hello, and welcome to another issue of Transform, bringing insight, commentary and practical perspectives on sustainability.

07/03/2026

 

International trade, global politics and the established world order seem to be fraying at the edges at the moment. 

In particular, the US government’s decision to row back on climate change commitments and restrict diversity and equality initiatives in the workplace has had significant implications for both ISEP members and organisations operating in the country.

Many businesses are now asking how they can remain true to their values and negotiate a pathway in markets that no longer prioritise sustainability and DEI as they once did. Heather Mak, founder of Diversity in Sustainability – which works closely with ISEP’s Diverse Sustainability Initiative – explains how companies and individuals across North America are finding new ways to move forward.

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“The US government’s decision to row back on climate change commitments and restrict diversity and equality initiatives in the workplace has had significant implications”

 

Global conflicts are highlighting the fragility of our energy systems and the need for greater resilience, accelerating discussions on innovative solutions to meet the world’s growing energy demands – among them, nuclear fusion. The UK Atomic Energy Authority is on the cusp of developing a new fusion programme in the Midlands region. Catherine Early has been finding out more.

Not long ago, the idea of reflecting the sun’s rays back into space or altering cloud formation to affect rainfall belonged to the realms of science fiction. Huw Morris examines whether large-scale geoengineering projects are feasible.

As always, we value your feedback on Transform. We welcome article submissions from members, as well as ideas for topics you would like us to cover in future issues. In the meantime, I hope you enjoy this edition and wish you a peaceful and prosperous couple of months ahead.

 


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Chris Seekings AISEP

Deputy Editor of ISEP’s Transform magazine

Chris Seekings is the Deputy Editor of ISEP’s Transform magazine, which is published biomonthly for ISEP members. Chris’s role involves writing sustainability-related news, features and interviews, as well as helping to plan and manage the magazine’s other day-to-day activities.