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Can we build greener homes with used diapers? These engineers did

Corporate Knights

Resource-conscious civil engineers have discovered a novel second life for the reusable resources in disposable diapers: use them in selected building components to produce more affordable housing. “In an attempt to solve two environmental problems at once, researchers at the University of Kitakyushu in Japan have found that shredded nappies can be used to replace between 9 and 40% of the sand used in making concrete without reducing its strength,” reports the journal Nature.

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How regenerative tourism can help avert a sixth extinction

GreenBiz

John Pagano, Group CEO of Red Sea Global, examines the benefits regenerative tourism can bring and explores the importance of biodiversity to both business and planet.

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“This is nuts:” European power prices go negative as springtime renewables soar

Renew Economy

Balmy weather and growing renewable energy capacity has led to multiple days of negative wholesale power prices across the continent. The post “This is nuts:” European power prices go negative as springtime renewables soar appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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EU Parliament Votes to Require Companies to Introduce Climate Transition Plans

ESG Today

Lawmakers in the European Parliament voted 366-225 on Thursday on new rules requiring companies to identify and address the impact of their activities and value chains on human rights and the environment, as well as a new requirement to adopt and implement climate transition plans. The new rules form Parliament’s negotiating position on the EU Commission’s proposed corporate sustainability due diligence directive (CSDDD), released in February 2022.

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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

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How these oil and gas players are undermining climate action in Canada

Corporate Knights

It’s not you – it’s them. That’s the main message behind a new campaign by Canadian advocacy group Environmental Defence that “names and shames” a cast of seven corporate individuals it says are most to blame for the lack of climate action on the fossil fuel front. Abstract terms like “oil and gas sector” obfuscate responsibility. “We want to point fingers where fingers deserve to be pointed,” says Julia Levin, associate director of national climate at Environmental Defence.

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3 smart ways Seattle is at the forefront of reuse

GreenBiz

The city and Washington state’s support of closed loop economic models through public-private partnerships and grant programs is inspiring entrepreneurs throughout the region.

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The mounting costs of the attacks on ESG investing

Impact Alpha

Where politics and finance collide, the crusade against ESG is a rollercoaster ride filled with intrigue, backroom deals, and unforeseen consequences. From politicians. The post The mounting costs of the attacks on ESG investing appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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Will the city famous for its striploin give up its steak?

Corporate Knights

The home of the New York striploin is coming for your meat. Food accounts for 20% of the Big Apple’s greenhouse gas emissions – parking it in third spot, greenhouse gas–wise, behind the city’s traffic jams and drafty old buildings. “But all food is not created equal,” said Mayor Eric Adams in a press release. “The vast majority of food that is contributing to the emissions crisis lies in meat and dairy products.

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Companies must up their game to match net-zero promises

GreenBiz

Mark Van Clieaf, managing director at FutureZero, a consulting firm specializing in sustainability, discusses what companies need to do to properly back up their net-zero promises.

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Australia’s first 2GWh battery is aimed at eliminating a very big solar duck curve

Renew Economy

The country's first 2GWh big battery is clearly focused on eliminating the growing solar duck curve in Western Australia. The post Australia’s first 2GWh battery is aimed at eliminating a very big solar duck curve appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

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.

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The Week in Impact Investing: On the brink

Impact Alpha

TGIF, Agents of Impact! ? Nick of time. “When a man knows he is to be hanged,” Samuel Johnson once said (according to. The post The Week in Impact Investing: On the brink appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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Tesla Master Plan Part 3: Teardown By an Energy System Modeler

Energy Central

This article tackles a deceptively dangerous notion concerning energy, economics, and sustainability: We can practically and economically run our world almost exclusively on wind and solar power. We can accomplish this total transformation of the foundation of our civilization rapidly enough to keep global warming well below 2 °C. It looks great at first glance: Cheap and.

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Crafting a global strategy for impact investment at Acumen

GreenBiz

Eighteen months into his new role focused at Acumen, Christopher Wayne talks about the critical role of agriculture in impact investing and what it takes to work in the field.

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Victoria blows past wind energy output records

Renew Economy

Wind output records blown away as weather system sweeps across Victoria. The post Victoria blows past wind energy output records appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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

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Getting a read on the state of organizations

McKinsey Sustainabilty

A new McKinsey report reveals how organizations are faring in a post-COVID-19 world. Here, two of its coauthors offer suggestions for managing through the uncertainty.

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Delta Hit with Greenwashing Lawsuit over Carbon Neutrality Claims

ESG Today

Delta Air Lines is facing a class action lawsuit over claims that it misrepresented its environmental impact by presenting itself in advertising and promotional activities as being “carbon neutral.” A complaint filed on behalf of a Delta passenger in a California court, said that the airline “has repeatedly touted itself as “the world’s first carbon-neutral airline” in advertisements, press releases social media posts, and other channels, including in-flight napkins, leading the customer to purc

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Harnessing the power of your people to drive impact

GreenBiz

Sponsored: Pentair’s head of social responsibility shares how the company is engaging its global employees to advance the positive impacts of its business.

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Australian oil and gas company Beach makes move into offshore wind

Renew Economy

Belgian company Parkwind teams up with Australia oil and gas company Beach in an effort to beat a powerful field of licence applicants. The post Australian oil and gas company Beach makes move into offshore wind appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?

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

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Forward Thinking on the brave new world of generative AI with Ethan Mollick

McKinsey Sustainabilty

“I really worry that people are not taking this seriously enough … this fundamentally is going to be a shift in how we work and how we interact at a level that’s as big as anything we’ve seen in our lifetimes.” A leading business school professor talks about why he thinks the technology underlying ChatGPT is so transformative that he is betting his career on it.

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Coal Will Nosedive by 2050 While Wind and Solar Shoot Up, Benefiting Companies

Environment + Energy Leader

The latest data from the Energy Information Administration doesn't look good for coal. In the most likely scenario, coal provides 5% of the electric portfolio, while wind and solar make up 55%.

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Why nature-based investments could be ESG’s crowning glory

GreenBiz

In the face of geo-economic and geopolitical uncertainty, investors are beginning to understand why nature can represent an attractive long-term play.

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VNI West: AEMO finds new route to allay opposition with good and bad news for renewables

Renew Economy

AEMO proposes new route for VNI West transmission link to avoid wetlands and irrigated crops, but there is good and bad news for renewables developers. The post VNI West: AEMO finds new route to allay opposition with good and bad news for renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?

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.

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AES Hawaii's transition to all-green energy is reminiscent of Kafka's metamorphosis…

Energy Central

In February 2016, National Geographic published an article discussing the occurrence of Hawaii's largest waves in years attributed to changing weather patterns. This phenomenon is a consequence of the significant storms generated in the Pacific Ocean due to the El Niño phenomenon. BY GERMÁN & C0, KARLSTAD, SWEDEN, JUNE 2, 2023 Hawaii is a group of volcanic islands in the.

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Author Talks: What does it mean to be a good middle manager?

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Three McKinsey partners discuss the untapped value in middle managers that most companies leave on the table.

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Preparing for the EU’s new reporting directive

GreenBiz

Sustainability consultants and professionals offer advice on how to prepare for the European Union’s new reporting framework.

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First major solar farm to be added to a big battery starts operations in Australia

Renew Economy

Reverse engineering: First solar farm to be built next to a pre-existing battery project sends its first output to the grid. The post First major solar farm to be added to a big battery starts operations in Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges

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.

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$29 Trillion Investor Group Urges High Impact Companies to Disclose on Environmental Impact

ESG Today

A group of nearly 300 financial institutions representing almost $29 trillion in assets are urging some of the world’s highest impact companies, including Exxon, Chevron and Caterpillar, to disclose environmental data on themes including climate change, water and forests, through the CDP environmental disclosure platform. The initiative is being coordinated by CDP, which has led an annual “Non-Disclosure Campaign” (NDC) since 2017, targeting high impact companies that have failed in the past to

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Treasury issues further guidance for IRA’s $10B tax credit incentivizing clean energy manufacturing

Utiliity Dive

The 48C investment tax credit and a related manufacturing tax credit, 45X, are “very substantial” credits that many companies aren’t aware of, said Moss Adams partner and Certified Public Accountant Peter Henderson.

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Cities and states suing Big Oil just got a boost from the Supreme Court

GreenBiz

Complaints from Minnesota to Massachusetts, and from Honolulu to New York City, have a better shot at prevailing.

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Eight actions to put First Nations at the centre of the clean energy transition

Renew Economy

After two years of listening, First Nations Clean Energy Network offers eight actions for Indigenous engagement in this fast and furious transition. The post Eight actions to put First Nations at the centre of the clean energy transition appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Supercharge Your ESG Content This Libra Season

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.