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Canada‘s largest battery storage farm just opened – and it’s Indigenous-led

Corporate Knights

This is not your average plot of southwestern Ontario farmland. In May, a 10-acre tract of land in Haldimand County officially turned into Canadas largest grid-scale battery storage facility, and one of the largest in the world. Now, 278 lithium-ion battery units are drawing and storing surplus power from Ontarios electricity grid, doubling the provinces energy storage capacity to 475 megawatts and providing a bolstered electrical backbone to surging demand.

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Vancity Restores Profitability and Stays True to Its Co-Operative Values

3BL Media

In 2024, Vancity initiated a values-led transformation focused on improving member service and restoring profitability, while staying true to its co-operative values. The year marked a strategic reset under new CEO Wellington Holbrook, reaffirming Vancitys commitment to delivering modern, people-centered banking rooted in equity, inclusion, and climate action.

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What needs to happen to prove the LNP wrong, and the high renewables target right

Renew Economy

This election result has given the renewable energy industry a three-year window to prove it can provide a viable replacement for coal in our electricity mix. It wont be easy. The post What needs to happen to prove the LNP wrong, and the high renewables target right appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Satellite measures CO2 and NO2 simultaneously from power plant emissions for the first time

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A research team used the German environmental satellite EnMAP (Environmental Mapping and Analysis Program) to simultaneously detect the two key air pollutants carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2) in emission plumes from power plants -- with an unprecedented spatial resolution of just 30 meters. The newly developed method allows for tracking of industrial emissions from space with great precision and enables atmospheric processes to be analyzed in detail.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Google Signs Deals to Eliminate Super-Potent GHG Emissions

ESG Today

Google announced two new partnerships aimed at eliminating superpollutants, or gases that are dozens of times more potent than CO2 in terms of their global warming impact, from the atmosphere. The new partnerships, with solution providers Recoolit and Cool Effect, include long-term credit purchases by Google equivalent to removing 1 million tons of CO2.

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Jaguar reinvents itself with all-electric gamble

Corporate Knights

This is the fifth installment of our six-part Masters of Metamorphosis series , in which we look at corporations that have reinvented themselves in order to seize opportunities in the energy transition. The road to vehicular electrification seems to be paved with both great ambition and serious bumps. A heady optimism surrounded EVs after Tesla launched its first highway-legal roadster in 2008.

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Carnegie eyes Alaska for wave energy potential as Spain CETO project gathers momentum

Renew Economy

Carnegie Clean Energy secures deal to manufacture its proprietary CETO wave energy technology and signs an MOU to explore projects in America's 49th state. The post Carnegie eyes Alaska for wave energy potential as Spain CETO project gathers momentum appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Submarine robot catches an underwater wave

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Engineers have taught a simple submarine robot to take advantage of turbulent forces to propel itself through water.

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Investing in Creativity as Social Infrastructure

Stanford Social Innovation

By Laura Zabel Exit polls from the 2024 US election showed that three-quarters of voters nationwide felt negatively about the way things were going in the country, and many Americans continue to feel a profound sense of unease about the future. This feeling runs much deeper than partisan politics; it reflects a fundamental breakdown in how people connect with and understand each other.

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ECB Warns EU Against Removing 80% of Companies from Mandatory Sustainability Reporting

ESG Today

The European Central Bank (ECB) released a new opinion on the European Commissions proposals to simplify and reduce sustainability reporting and due diligence requirements for companies. While welcoming the goal of simplifying requirements for companies, the ECB warned that some of the Commissions plans could significantly increase risks for investors, the economy and the EUs sustainability goals.

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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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The World’s Largest Restaurant Company Believes That Building Green Can Help Save Green

3BL Media

Yum! Brands May 12, 2025 /3BL/ - Yum! Brands has long prioritized the integration of sustainable practices into its development strategy. If it was simply good for the environment, itd be a nice-to-have, but the parent company of KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill has identified both economical and eco-friendly ways to outfit its restaurants.

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What happens when the opposition elevates enemies of renewable energy?

Renew Economy

The Coalition doesn't need to contest an election for a while. Being a wrecker of the energy transition is a far easier task - and they might be about to elect a leader with experience. The post What happens when the opposition elevates enemies of renewable energy? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Urine, not water for efficient production of green hydrogen

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Researchers have developed two unique energy-efficient and cost-effective systems that use urea found in urine and wastewater to generate hydrogen. The unique systems reveal new pathways to economically generate 'green' hydrogen, a sustainable and renewable energy source, and the potential to remediate nitrogenous waste in aquatic environments.

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Governance, risk, and compliance: A new lens on best practices

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Companies globally say they see room for improvement in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), a new McKinsey survey shows. But a few are bucking the trend with smarter, more effective capabilities.

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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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Air New Zealand Sets New 2030 Climate Goals After Dropping out of SBTi

ESG Today

Air New Zealand published new 2030 emissions guidance, a year after removing its 2030 targets which it had said were no longer achievable and withdrawing from the Science Based Targets initiative. Under its new guidance, Air New Zealand said that it expects to reduce its well-to-wake net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 20% to 25% per cent by 2030, on a 2019 net emissions basis.

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Duke Energy Marks Earth Month in South Carolina With $375,000 in Grants To Fight Trash, Promote Tree Planting, Sustain Trail Access

3BL Media

Duke Energy Foundation funding goes to 24 nonprofit, governmental organizations across the state Grants support efforts that work to ensure future generations enjoy the tremendous benefits of the natural resources of the Palmetto State GREENVILLE, S.C., May 13, 2025 /3BL/ - Throughout the month of April, Duke Energy highlighted the importance of sustainability of our states natural assets with $375,000 in grants to organizations that manage and provide support to state and local parks, tree plan

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How companies in three key consumer-facing sectors are acting on nature

Environmental Finance

The results of the first benchmark analysis of 100 market-leading companies covered by Nature Action 100 provided valuable insights into the status of progress, writes Meryl Richards

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Climate change is turning coastal lagoons into 'salty soup'

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

The impacts of human activity and climate change are coalescing to make coastal lagoons saltier, changing the microbial life they support and the function they play in their ecosystems, according to new research.

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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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Profit vs humanity: AI’s corporate governance debate

Financial Times: Moral Money

OpenAIs restructuring controversy highlights conflicting priorities

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German Chancellor Merz Calls for EU to Scrap Supply Chain Sustainability Due Diligence Law

ESG Today

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called on Friday for the European Commission to eliminate the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) requiring companies to address their negative impacts on human rights and the environment across their value chains, as part of a broad move to reduce compliance and regulatory burdens on companies. The statement, made by Merz during a press conference alongside European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in his first visit to Brussels as

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Comfort Dogs Join Detroit Police Department’s Crisis Intervention Team

3BL Media

Key Points The Detroit Police Departments Crisis Intervention team has introduced two new comfort dogs, Atlas and Dequindre, who will assist officers on mental health runs across the city. Sponsored by Marathon Petroleums Detroit refinery, the dogs are part of a broader initiative by the Detroit Public Safety Foundation to enhance community engagement and officer wellness.

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Enlisting Men to Build a More Caring World

Stanford Social Innovation

By Mara Bolis , Hannah Riley Bowles , Gary Barker , Marc Grau Grau , Laura Rawlings & Urvashi Sahni Caregiving is a fundamental aspect of being a human; a species condition. Providing care is foundational to meeting a broad swath of globally agreed development goals, including United Nations SDG 3 , which promotes healthy lives and well-being for all at all ages.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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A plant you've never heard of can do what scientists once thought impossible

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new study shows that an unassuming plant has some very unusual family dynamics.

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A Quebec company is mining used electronics to make coins

Corporate Knights

As the circular economy assumes an ever-more-prominent position in the worlds energy transition, more start-ups are finding innovative ways to reuse the riches that already surround us. One of these start-ups is Quebec e-waste recycler enim. It recently announced a partnership with the Royal Canadian Mint to explore how minerals it retrieves from obsolete electronic devices specifically, printed circuit boards can be incorporated into the mints products.

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New York Passes Budget with Over $1 Billion Investment in Decarbonization

ESG Today

New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the states 2025-2026 budget on Friday, which included more than $1 billion in climate change-focused investments, including funding to lower emissions from buildings and accelerate the rollout of electrified transportation. The budget, notably, did not include a cap-and-invest program to charge large greenhouse gas (GHG) emitters, with proceeds to be invested in climate initiatives.

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Entergy Grid Renewal Projects Full Steam Ahead During National Infrastructure Week

3BL Media

Company plans to invest $37 billion in the electric grid through 2028 May 12-16 marks National Infrastructure Week , but for Entergy employees, it seems like the observance is celebrated daily. Throughout the companys service area, a dizzying number of projects are being planned, designed, approved, built and put into service. These projects will improve resiliency, enhance reliability, supply economic growth and meet increased residential demand for Entergys 3 million customers.

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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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Nature, Not Noxious Sulfur: A Market-Savvy Path to Cooling the Planet

Russ George

Restoring the Albedo of Cooling Clouds Needs Restored Fresh Air Not Air Pollution As policymakers, financiers, and tech leaders search for multi-billion dollar business plans to slow global warming, many are reaching for stratospheric solutions literally. A growing chorus now promotes industrial-scale geoengineering, especially proposals to inject tens of millions of tonnes of aerosols into the upper atmosphere to reflect sunlight and artificially cool the planet.

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Dexterity and climbing ability: how ancient human relatives used their hands

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Scientists have found new evidence for how our fossil human relatives in South Africa may have used their hands. Researchers investigated variation in finger bone morphology to determine that South African hominins not only may have had different levels of dexterity, but also different climbing abilities.

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Latest government amendment to planning bill could further weaken environmental standards, warn experts

Envirotec Magazine

The government yesterday (on 8 May) tabled a new amendment to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill which experts warn will further undermine environmental protections. Introduced earlier this year, the flagship legislative proposal aims to expedite the planning process for new developments in England. However, scores of environmental NGOs and public and parliamentary bodies including the Office for Environmental Protection and the Environmental Audit Committee , have strongly cautioned that, in

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Breathe Raises $21 Million to Power Launch of Solutions to Build Better Batteries

ESG Today

Battery management software provider Breathe Battery Technologies announced that it has raised $21 million in a Series B financing round, as the company launches a suite of battery simulation software, embedded software and battery services. Spun out of Imperial College in 2019, London-based Breathe provides tools aimed at enabling the design, validation and optimization of better batteries, including physics-based simulation and embedded software products encompassing the full battery developme

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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.