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Australia’s most powerful battery conducts its first tests as a giant shock absorber for the grid

Renew Economy

The most powerful battery in Australia has begun testing its ability to act as a giant "shock absorber", with the biggest intervention yet seen on the country's grid. The post Australia’s most powerful battery conducts its first tests as a giant shock absorber for the grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Cyclones, Salinity, and the Fight to Save Farming in Bangladesh

3BL Media

Published by Action Against Hunger. July 3, 2025 New York, NY Please contact media@actionagainsthunger.org for inquiries. Bangladesh has been repeatedly battered by cyclones, droughts, tidal surges, and floods, with each disaster leaving a deeper mark than the last on both the landscape and the people who live there. Since May 2024, Bangladesh has been severely impacted by four devastating climate-related disasters, including Cyclone Remal, flash floods in the Haor Region, riverine floods in the

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The return of the collective economy

Corporate Knights

When the women-only fitness club Curves opened a franchise in Kincardine, Ontario, in 2001, a number of locals flocked to join. The Texas-based company was expanding across North America, capturing a lucrative market in older women looking for non-judgmental, affordable workout spaces. And when, 12 years later, the Curves franchise in Kincardine closed shop – buckling under a rent hike and pressure from headquarters – those same women lost a valuable part of their lives.

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Stop Blaming Carbon. The Real Threat Is Ecological Collapse.

Green Project Management

It might sound strange coming from someone named Carboni, but let’s be clear: carbon isn’t the enemy. Not really. Carbon is essential. It’s the backbone of life. It powers photosynthesis, fuels ecosystems, and helps regulate the climate—when it’s in balance. The crisis we face today isn’t about carbon itself, but about the collapse of the […] The post Stop Blaming Carbon.

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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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Low Carbon Building Materials Provider Terra CO2 Raises $124 Million

ESG Today

Sustainable building materials provider Terra CO2 announced that it has raised $124.5 million a Series B financing round, with proceeds to be used by the company to build out its commercial facilities to produce low-cost materials for low-carbon cement. Founded in 2016, Colorado-based Terra provides high performance and environmentally sustainable solutions for the global construction materials market.

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“Watershed moment:” Big battery storage prices hit record low in huge China auction

Renew Economy

Huge China auction delivers another stunning fall in battery storage prices. It is being hailed as a potential tipping point for "round the clock" renewables. The post “Watershed moment:” Big battery storage prices hit record low in huge China auction appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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SCS Standards and Assurance Systems Releases V2.0 of SCS-108 Certification Standard for Carbon Neutral Entities, Buildings, Products, and Services

3BL Media

EMERYVILLE, Calif.,  July 1, 2025 /3BL/ - SCS Standards and Assurance Systems is pleased to announce the publication of version 2.0 of the SCS-108 Certification Standard for Carbon Neutral Entities, Buildings, Products, and Services. Initially developed in 2022, the Standard establishes certification requirements for entities, buildings, products, and services to achieve carbon neutral status.

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Fighting fire with fire: How prescribed burns reduce wildfire damage and pollution

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Wildfires are becoming more intense and dangerous, but a new Stanford-led study offers hope: prescribed burns—intentionally set, controlled fires—can significantly lessen their impact. By analyzing satellite data and smoke emissions, researchers found that areas treated with prescribed burns saw wildfire severity drop by 16% and smoke pollution fall by 14%.

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Norway Sets Goal to Reduce GHG Emissions by 70% – 75% by 2035

ESG Today

The government of Norway announced a new climate target, aiming to reduce absolute economy-wide emissions by at least 70% to 75%, on a 2019 basis, by 2035. The new decarbonization goal will form Norway’s new Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement. NDCs are national climate action plans presented by each country under the agreement, and are required to be updated every five years with increasingly higher ambition.

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Parkinson Report: Australia’s decision makers are ignoring climate, hailing coal and impersonating Elvis

Renew Economy

Australia's decision makers are letting off carbon bombs, dressing up as Elvis and are not even bothered to ratify a crucial high seas treaty. What hope do we have? The post Parkinson Report: Australia’s decision makers are ignoring climate, hailing coal and impersonating Elvis appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners - Landmark Cleve Hill Solar Park Reaches Commercial Operations

Global Renewable News

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Sustainable and Circular Design: Repurposing Single-Use Plastics

3BL Media

Circularity isn’t a side project at Trane Technologies - it’s embedded in every product decision we make. By designing for disassembly, choosing materials that can be reused or remanufactured and prioritizing recycled materials, we extend product life, cut waste and find potential opportunities to lower costs. Sustainable and circular design is a cornerstone of this approach.

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Has the food co-op's moment finally arrived?

Corporate Knights

In April 2024, posters began appearing around Toronto promoting May 12 as “the first annual Steal from Loblaws Day.” In the cheerful Loblaws colours – yellow, red and orange – the general public was encouraged to do what many felt the grocery giant had been doing to them over the years: rob it blind. The resentment fuelling this campaign, for which nobody took responsibility, was widely shared.

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European Commission Proposes Target to Reduce Emissions 90% by 2040

ESG Today

The European Commission announced today a new proposed climate target, aiming to reduce net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across the EU by 90% by 2040, compared to 1990 levels. The new target introduces several key proposed changes from the EU’s current goals, including the ability to utilize international carbon credits to achieve a portion of the 2040 target, and for carbon-intensive industries in the scope of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) to use domestic carbon removals for allowa

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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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Corporate giant that has already reached 100 pct renewables gets $100m from CEFC to add more solar

Renew Economy

Australia's biggest conglomerate says its Bunnings hardware chain has already reached 100 pct renewables. It is getting cheap government finance to add more. The post Corporate giant that has already reached 100 pct renewables gets $100m from CEFC to add more solar appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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SUN DAY Campaign - Solar Provided 87% of New U.S. Generating Capacity in April Holding the Lead for the 20th Consecutive Month

Global Renewable News

HIGHLIGHTS IN APRIL, SOLAR WAS THE LARGEST SOURCE OF NEW GENERATING CAPACITY FOR 20 CONSECUTIVE MONTHS 96% OF NEW U.S. ELECTRICAL CAPACITY IN THE FIRST THIRD OF 2025 WAS SOLAR AND WIND RENE.

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Cascale Urges Outdoor Industry To Prioritize Sustainability for Long-Term Resilience

3BL Media

Joleen Ong, senior director of brand and retailer membership at Cascale, recently joined a panel of industry experts at the Outdoor Retailer Industry Day in Utah to discuss external factors impacting the future of the outdoor industry. The “Under Pressure: Understanding the Continuing Forces Redefining Outdoor Business” panel explored how brands are responding to tariffs, supply chain disruptions, sustainability demands, evolving consumer values, and boycotts of American products, offering actio

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New Orleans is sinking—and so are its $15 billion flood defenses

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Parts of New Orleans are sinking at alarming rates — including some of the very floodwalls built to protect it. A new satellite-based study finds that some areas are losing nearly two inches of elevation per year, threatening the effectiveness of the city's storm defenses.

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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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EU Commission Clarifies Anti-Greenwashing Law Has Not Been Withdrawn

ESG Today

The Green Claims Directive, a new proposed regulation aimed at protecting consumers from greenwashing claims about the environmental attributes of products and services, has not been withdrawn by the European Commission, according to a statement provided by a Commission spokesperson to ESG Today. The clarification followed an earlier statement from the Commission just prior to scheduled trilogue negotiations, which were subsequently cancelled, that it intended to pull the new regulation after it

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Key transmission link delayed by two years in new blow to wind and solar projects

Renew Economy

Key transmission line linking NSW and Victoria delayed by two years in another blow to renewable energy plans. The post Key transmission link delayed by two years in new blow to wind and solar projects appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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CPS Energy - Local Clean Energy Partnership Celebrates Three Years of Keeping San Antonio Moving

Global Renewable News

Key local project stakeholders - Republic Services, EDL, CPS Energy and VIA Metropolitan Transit - today celebrated a third year of partnership providing sustainable solutions for San Antonio public.

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Global Collaboration in Action: Recent and Upcoming Events Across Inogen Alliance Associates

3BL Media

At Inogen Alliance, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. As a global network of EHS, ESG, and sustainability consulting firms, our strength lies in combining local expertise with global insight to support clients worldwide. Our recent and upcoming events highlight the power of this collaboration in action, bringing together associate companies across continents to address pressing environmental and compliance challenges.

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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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Banned in Europe, sprayed in America: The fungicide threatening our pollinators

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Macquarie University researchers reveal that chlorothalonil, still commonly sprayed on American and Australian produce, cripples insect fertility by more than a third at residue levels typically found on food. The unexpectedly sharp drop in fruit-fly egg production suggests cascading damage to pollinator populations vital for crops and ecosystems. Although the fungicide is outlawed in the EU, Australian growers often apply it preventively, underscoring regulatory blind spots.

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JPMorgan Launches Blockchain Tokenization for Carbon Credits

ESG Today

JPMorgan announced that its blockchain business unit, Kinexys, is currently developing and testing a new blockchain application to tokenize global carbon credits, in a bid to resolve key standardization and transparency challenges holding back the voluntary carbon market (VCM). The company said that it is partnering with S&P Global Commodity Insights, EcoRegistry and the International Carbon Registry (ICR) to test the carbon credit tokenization on their own registries.

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“Not an easy project to build:” Australian developer switches on the biggest solar farm in the UK

Renew Economy

New solar farm in Kent is four times bigger than the next biggest solar farm in the UK, and was built despite strong objections from local councils. The post “Not an easy project to build:” Australian developer switches on the biggest solar farm in the UK appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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TGS - TGS Awarded Offshore Wind Site Characterization Contract

Global Renewable News

TGS, a global leader in energy data and intelligence today (July 2) announced the award of a contract for offshore wind site characterization, including acquisition, imaging and interpretation service.

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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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Innovating for Impact: Covia’s 2024 Corporate Responsibility Highlights and Accomplishments

3BL Media

Covia’s 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report highlights the past year, which was shaped by purpose, innovation, and a deep commitment to creating lasting value for our customers, communities, and the environment. Guided by our belief that corporate responsibility is a catalyst for progress, we strengthened our foundation and made meaningful progress across our sustainability strategy.

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FERC’s Christie calls for dispatchable resources after grid operators come ‘close to the edge’

Utiliity Dive

“You never know about the next time, and there's going to be a next time,” Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Chairman Mark Christie said about grid operators' ability to avoid blackouts this week.

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Microsoft Signs Deal to Remove 1.1 Million Tons of CO2 Through Waste-to-Energy Carbon Capture

ESG Today

Oslo-based power and heat provider Hafslund Celsio announced today a new carbon removal offtake agreement with Microsoft, with the tech giant purchasing more than 1 million tons of carbon credits over ten years, to be generated by a new carbon capture project at Norway’s largest waste-to-energy plant. Hafslund Celsio operates the Klemetsrud waste-to-energy facility in Oslo which incinerates around 350,000 metric tons of sorted residual waste each year, with excess energy used to produce electric

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Pioneering community wind farm adds battery and home-grown smarts to dodge negative prices

Renew Economy

The first community wind farm to be built on Australia’s main grid will use smart bidding software originated at the University of Adelaide to help it survive and thrive in an increasingly volatile electricity market. The post Pioneering community wind farm adds battery and home-grown smarts to dodge negative prices 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.