Analysis

July 14, 2020

Case study: BP’s VYVE is creating a Fitbit for your carbon footprint

The latest business to launch out of BP's Launchpad venture building unit is aiming to become the world's leading low-carbon brand.


Maija Palmer

3 min read

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