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– Tuesday 1 October 2024 –

edie, the go-to media brand for sustainability in business, has acquired Springwise, the leading global media platform for innovations driving positive change.

The acquisition sees the two leading brands, both of which are B Corp-certified, join forces to accelerate positive impact through innovation-focused digital content and face-to-face events.

With the addition of Springwise to its portfolio, edie will offer business leaders deep understanding of and connection to market-ready innovations helping them accelerate the transition to a net-zero, circular and equitable economy.

Technological innovations are critical to repair and regenerate our planet, and a vital catalyst of the corporate net-zero transition. edie’s 26-year heritage and vast network of sustainability leaders across all major sectors, coupled with Springwise’s ever-expanding library of climate innovations, creates a unique, action-oriented proposition for members.

The Springwise Innovation Library will become part of the edie membership platform and a centrepiece Innovation Pavilion, powered by Springwise, will debut at the flagship edie 25 event in March 2025.

Commenting on the acquisition, Amanda Barnes, Chief Executive of edie’s parent company Faversham House, said: “I’ve long admired the innovation-driven ethos of Springwise and I’m delighted to welcome the team and the brand to Faversham House. We’re passionate about sparking ideas and actions to make positive change happen. This acquisition perfectly complements edie, offering our audiences the practical solutions they need to impact positive change.”

James Bidwell, Chair of Springwise, said: “This transaction is a brilliant evolution for the Springwise brand, community and team. As part of a larger organisation, Springwise will double down on its mission to drive positive change through innovation, but with the support and know-how of edie, the UK’s pre-eminent sustainability platform. I am particularly delighted that Springwise’s new home is a fellow B Corp, a family business and with strong shared values.”

Bidwell will remain as a non-executive advisor to edie during the transition period.

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About edie and Faversham House

edie’s mission is to spark ideas, actions and connections which make corporate sustainability happen. With over 26 years’ experience delivering solutions-focused digital content and impactful events, edie gives sustainability leaders and their teams the insights, innovations and solutions to drive positive change through award-winning digital content and live events. edie is part of Faversham House Ltd, a multi-award-winning, progressive independent media company trusted by thousands of B2B professionals across utilities and sustainability.

Faversham House and edie are Certified B Corps. www.edie.net www.favershamhouse.com

Contact: Amanda Barnes, amandabarnes@fav-house.com

About Springwise

As the leading global innovation database for ESG solutions and positive change, Springwise has been discovering the latest most exciting innovations on the planet for over 20 years. Unparalleled access, together with deep editorial insights and expertise makes Springwise the destination for leadership teams wanting to stay ahead and create positive impact

Springwise is a Certified B Corp and member of 1% for the Planet. www.springwise.com

Contact: James Bidwell, james@springwise.com