How the IRA cuts costs and emissions from buildings
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Sponsored: EDF’s Victoria Mills interviews Katie McGinty of Johnson Controls to discuss how the IRA is taking on the often overlooked topic of building emissions.
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Snowy 2.0 documents suggest the $12 billion project’s boring troubles are far from over
Renew Economy
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
A planning application to fix Snowy 2.0 sinkhole and un-pause Florence offers insight into how the boring machine got stuck – and why more troubles could lie ahead. The post Snowy 2.0 documents suggest the $12 billion project’s boring troubles are far from over appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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5 lessons from Gina McCarthy on getting tough things done
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Now co-chair of America is All In, the former White House climate adviser and EPA administrator is pragmatic, positive and patient.
About time: NSW hailed for finally hiking coal royalties to raise $2.7bn
Renew Economy
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
NSW becomes the latest state in Australia to lift coal royalties, with minimal public pushback, and calls to push for more. The post About time: NSW hailed for finally hiking coal royalties to raise $2.7bn appeared first on RenewEconomy.
The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing
Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions
In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene
Four 'soft skills' you need in a sustainability career
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
The skills that get you the ESG job aren't necessarily the ones that will help you thrive.
Million-tonne renewable methanol plan wins $500k in state backing
Renew Economy
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Victorian government kicks in $500,000 for feasibility study into developing a renewable methanol facility in Portland with huge production goals. The post Million-tonne renewable methanol plan wins $500k in state backing appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Turning yellow school buses green could be the kickstart the auto industry needs
Corporate Knights
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
September marks a return to the classroom, and kids across the country are boarding iconic yellow school buses every morning and afternoon from now until springtime. Nearly all those buses run on diesel fuel, a potent source of emissions that are responsible for a broad range of adverse health impacts and a disproportionate amount of Canada’s greenhouse gases (GHGs).
Filling the gap: Boosting supply of recycled materials for packaging
McKinsey Sustainabilty
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
High long-term demand for recycled content in packaging could lead to shortages of recycled packaging materials. We explore three ways to boost rPET availability in the US market.
Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland - 22,000 Home Energy Upgrades in first half of 2023
Global Renewable News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
SEAI reports strong performance with nearly 22,000 home energy upgrades supported by Government in first half of 2023, up 150% on last year. 2023 Home energy upgrade targets are.
US government productivity: A more than $2,000 per resident opportunity
McKinsey Sustainabilty
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Government remains one of the biggest productivity improvement opportunities. Organizations must be given both the ability and motivation to improve.
Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?
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Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.
Xcel Energy, Inc. - Minnesota SAF Hub launches first-of-its-kind coalition to scale sustainable aviation fuel
Global Renewable News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
A first-of-its-kind coalition is launching in Minnesota to scale sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with the urgency commercial aviation needs to reach net zero by 2050.Through the GREATER MSP Pa.
The Liist, September 2023: Impact funds scale up their ability to absorb and deploy capital
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
ImpactAlpha, September 5 — It’s just as hard to raise $10 million as it is to raise $100 million, or perhaps even harder. The post The Liist, September 2023: Impact funds scale up their ability to absorb and deploy capital appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Eversource Energy - Partnering with Eversource Energy Efficiency Experts Keeps USA Waste & Recycling in the Green
Global Renewable News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
USA Waste & Recycling is in the business of meeting their customers' waste and recycling needs in a way that protects the environment. So, it is only natural they bring that same focus to their ow.
Rethinking Scale in Agribusiness: An Impact Investor Explores the Massive Benefits of Being Small
James Militzer
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
At some point, every entrepreneur is asked by an investor: “Can your company scale?” In the world of traditional venture capital (VC), investors typically define scale as expanding into new geographies and serving other customer segments, thereby reaching millions of customers. If a business lacks the potential to meet these requirements, VC investors generally aren’t interested.
Mastering Supply Chain Sustainability: Where Does ESG Fit In?
Speaker: Hortense Grouvel
In this new webinar, you will learn firsthand how to set up a sustainable supply chain program that will help meet increasing ESG requirements stemming from regulators, customers, consumers, and investors alike. Hortense Grouvel, ESG expert at IntegrityNext, and Sean Whelan, Global Senior Manager at Halliburton, will look at how ensuring compliance will also help you increase sustainability performance, resilience, and innovation, allowing you to unlock the full potential of your supply chain op
Atlantic City Electric - Atlantic City Electric Offers Customers Tips on How to Save Money and Energy During Late Summer Heat WaveCustomers can take these easy steps to reduce their energy usage
Global Renewable News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
With temperatures forecasted in the 90's for the rest of this Labor Day week, Atlantic City Electric wants to help customers save both money and energy by offering the following tips: Check.
The importance of cybersecurity in the rail industry
Cisco CSR
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
The railway industry is increasingly embracing new systems and technologies to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and connectivity.
Edison EDF Group - Energy, Edison study: for young people and businesses transition is a priority
Global Renewable News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
The ecological transition is a priority shared by young people and Italian companies: 8 out of 10 young people and 6 out of 10 companies consider it to be the decisive factor for the transition to the.
Climate Change: State and Local Efforts to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Vehicles
Environmental News Bits
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Download the report. What GAO Found According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), state departments of transportation (state DOT) and metropolitan planning organizations (MPO) play a key role in implementing activities to reduce transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions, including on-road emissions from vehicles.
What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?
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Navigating the waters of sustainability reporting disclosures and regulations can be intimidating, to say the least. With various measures set in motion in 2023 to keep companies accountable, there is a lot in store for brands’ impact communication in the upcoming year. 3BL is kicking off this January with our Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Capricorn Edition by highlighting the impact of: The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate disclosure rules The European Commission
Vestas - Vestas wins 54 MW project in Germany
Global Renewable News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Vestas has received a firm order from Energiequelle GmbH for the Zeven-Wistedt wind park in Lower Saxony, Germany.The order consists of nine V162-6.2 MW wind turbines in 6.0 MW operating mode and.
Google Signs its First Long-Term Renewable Energy Deal in Ireland
ESG Today
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Google announced today the signing of a 58 MW power purchase agreement (PPA) with Power Capital Renewable Energy, marking the technology giant’s first long-term renewable energy deal in Ireland. According to Google, the new agreement will help the company achieve 60% carbon-free energy in its offices and data centers in Ireland in 2025. The new agreement will also enable the construction of the Tullabeg Solar Farm, which will provide new-to-the-grid capacity.
BC Hydro - New EVs, home energy tech, at Fully Charged LIVE Canada
Global Renewable News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
It won't be available in Canada until late in 2024, but the VW ID. Buzz will be at the Fully Charged LIVE Canada EV and clean technology show September 8-10 at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
A green roof or rooftop solar? You can combine them in a biosolar roof, boosting both biodiversity and power output
Environmental News Bits
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
by Peter Irga, University of Technology Sydney; Eamonn Wooster, Charles Sturt University; Fraser R Torpy, University of Technology Sydney; Jack Rojahn, University of Canberra, and Robert Fleck, University of Technology Sydney Growing city populations and limited space are driving the adoption of green roofs and green walls covered with living plants.
What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?
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Temperatures are rising (and not just metaphorically) as key stakeholders anxiously anticipate the outcomes of COP28. While companies reconsider their 2024 environmental sustainability strategies, there is another aspect of ESG that deserves exploring, the social sector. In the latest edition of "Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Sagittarius Edition", 3BL hones in on this sign’s bold quality of asking questions others are burning to know the answers to.
Solar Energy Industries Association - Back to School Means Back to Savings for Solar-Powered School Districts
Global Renewable News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
As students and teachers head back to the classroom this month, thousands of school districts across the United States are relying on solar and storage technologies to keep their power on and their en.
Sustainable Energy Infrastructure Tech Startup Nuventura Raises €25 Million to Grow GHG Reduction Solutions
ESG Today
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Sustainable energy infrastructure technology provider Nuventura announced today that it has raised €25 million, with proceeds supporting its solutions to help aimed at accelerating the company’s efforts to support the energy industry’s shift away from the use of greenhouse gas (GHG)-based infrastructure. Founded in 2017, Berlin-based Nuventura specializes in GIS (gas-insulated switchgear) technologies that replaces sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) with dry air.
Volta Energy Solutions - Volta Energy Solutions launches Canada's first copper foil plant in Granby, QuebecA major step forward for the local EV battery production chain
Global Renewable News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Volta Energy Solutions (Volta), a subsidiary of Solus Advanced Materials located in South Korea, is launching the first battery copper foil factory for electric vehicles in Canada in Granby, Quebec. P.
Thinking About the Long Term With Philanthropic Power Building
Stanford Social Innovation
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
By Jennifer Ito , Manuel Pastor & Ashley K. Thomas In the wake of the civil unrest that swept through Los Angeles in 1992 and shook the city to its core, Black, Latinx, Asian, and white community organizers were rushing from one meeting to the next to discuss how to channel the rage about racist policing, income inequality, and neighborhood neglect that had precipitated the violence and turmoil.
The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges
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In our latest edition of Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Scorpio Edition, 3BL embraces the perspective of one of the zodiac's most misunderstood signs: Scorpio. While this sign often has a darker view of the world, they do not shy away from shining a light on controversial topics. This month we take a deep dive into corporate pullback of DEI and how companies can utilize astrological advice to reinvent its social impact communication.
Voltalia - The Rives Charentaises wind farm has delivered its first megawatt-hours to SNCF Voyageurs
Global Renewable News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Voltalia (Euronext Paris, ISIN code: FR0011995588), an international player in renewable energies, announces the first grid injections from its 37.4 megawatt Rives Charentaises wind farm.Straddl.
Guest Post – Due Diligence: A Core Concept Underpinning the CSRD Framework
ESG Today
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
By: Reinhilde Weidacher, Managing Director, Head of EMEA Solutions, ISS Corporate Solutions The European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), adopted at the end of July, require companies to comprehensively report on their due diligence processes under the four pillars of governance; strategy; impact, risk and opportunities; metrics and targets.
CEP Renewables LLC - Mount Olive Landfill-to-Solar Project Receives Top Renewable Energy Plant of the Year Award
Global Renewable News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
CEP Renewables announced today (Sept 5) that its Mount Olive project has received POWER Magazine's Top Renewable Energy Plant of the Year Award. The award for the largest solar landfill project i.
The McKinsey Crossword: Embracing the “And” | No. 144
McKinsey Sustainabilty
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.
Supercharge Your ESG Content This Libra Season
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Throughout Climate Week, a feeling of urgency on tackling the climate crisis was palpable. Yet, questions continue to linger about corporate progress. Are we truly moving the needle or are we stuck in a cycle of empty statements and a flood of reports and guidelines? In the latest edition of Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Libra Edition , we use Climate Week outcomes to explore how brands can communicate progress credibly.
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