3BL Media
JULY 21, 2025
Originally published on SIA By Renee Thompson , Wesco; Chair, SIA Environmental, Social and Governance Advisory Board Sustainability is a concept influencing future developments; however, some of its terminology can be confusing or misused, which can result in misunderstandings. Whether you are a business aiming to make genuine efforts or an individual wanting to make informed decisions, understanding these nine terms is essential. 1.
Renew Economy
JULY 21, 2025
India has added a record amount of renewable energy capacity through the first half of 2025, but remains heavily dependent on coal. The post India adds record 22 gigawatts of wind and solar in first half of 2025 appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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ESG Today
JULY 23, 2025
Nature-based carbon removal startup Chestnut Carbon announced that it has secured a new $210 million project finance credit facility, led by J.P. Morgan and backed by a massive forest-focused carbon removal offtake agreement recently signed with tech giant Microsoft. The agreement marks the first financing of its kind for a U.S. voluntary carbon removal afforestation project, with Chestnut, Microsoft and J.P.Morgan highlighting its ability to provide a new route to fund the development of large-
Corporate Knights
JULY 23, 2025
The East Coast of Canada is a windy place. Nova Scotia has some of the country’s highest average wind speeds , due to strong coastal winds, and in parts of Newfoundland, winds regularly reach levels akin to that of a Category III hurricane, sending gusts of salt spray far inland and occasionally toppling transport trucks like tumbleweeds. Winds are even higher and more consistent offshore, where average wind speeds are some of the highest and most consistent in the world.
Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management
In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.
Sustainability Matters
JULY 17, 2025
Water scarcity is accelerating globally, driven by surging demand, pollution and climate volatility. A new study on water treatment system management, published in Frontiers of Environmental Science & Engineering by a team from Nanjing University, proposes a new blueprint for the water sector in the age of AI. The study, led by Lili Jin, Hui Huang and Hongqiang Ren, introduces a tri-axis roadmap for incorporating AI across technological, engineering and industrial levels.
3BL Media
JULY 17, 2025
This article is authored by Emily Vesling, Director of Sustainability, Trane Technologies. In a decade defined by the increasing impact of climate change on people and companies, the question is no longer why environmental sustainability matters, but how and when global companies will deliver on commitments — and are the plans part of the broader business strategy?
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ESG Today
JULY 23, 2025
Climate data solutions provider Jupiter Intelligence announced the launch of a series of new tools, aimed at enabling banks and asset managers to quantify physical climate risk within their portfolios and to calculate the ROI on resilience investments. The new tools will form part of Jupiter Intelligence’s flagship ClimateScore Global climate analytics platform.
Corporate Knights
JULY 21, 2025
In the face of climate disasters and growing demand for clean technologies, Canadians are calling for a resilient, low-carbon economy that supports rising living standards. Economies run on information. To weather an uncertain future, everyone – from corporate leaders to regulators – needs consistent, reliable climate data to guide investment and policy decisions.
Environmental News Bits
JULY 22, 2025
Ajona, C., & Saravanakumar, A. (2025). A comprehensive review of recent innovations in transforming bio-oil into bioplastics for sustainable product development within a circular economy. Biomass and Bioenergy, 200, 108028.
3BL Media
JULY 18, 2025
Sustainable forestry requires a thoughtful balance between responsible resource management and the protection of ecologically, culturally, and historically significant sites. At PotlatchDeltic, foresters combine technology with hands-on expertise to identify and preserve these special places, so that forests remain productive while safeguarding their conservation value.
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
Renew Economy
JULY 17, 2025
Irish renewables developer unveils plans massive wind farm and four-hour big battery in North Queensland, alongside the 1,100km CopperString transmission project. The post Huge 197-turbine wind farm and four-hour battery proposed to tap into new Copperstring link appeared first on RenewEconomy.
ESG Today
JULY 22, 2025
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), one of the key organizations focused on aligning corporate environmental sustainability action with the global goals of limiting climate change, announced the release of its finalized Financial Institutions Net-Zero (FINZ) Standard, aimed at enabling banks and investors to set net zero-aligned targets for their lending, investing, insurance and capital markets activities.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
JULY 20, 2025
A scorching marine heatwave from 2014 to 2016 devastated the Pacific coast, shaking ecosystems from plankton to whales and triggering mass die-offs, migrations, and fishery collapses. Researchers synthesized findings from over 300 studies, revealing the far-reaching impacts of rising ocean temperatures. Kelp forests withered, species shifted north, and iconic marine animals perished—offering a chilling preview of the future oceans under climate change.
Environmental News Bits
JULY 21, 2025
Lendewig, M., Marquez, R., Franco, J., Vera, R. E., Vivas, K. A., Forfora, N., Venditti, R. A., & Gonzalez, R. (2025). Moving toward fiber-based products free of PFAS: Industry response to regulations for paper packaging, hygiene and textile products. Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 222, 108428.
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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.
3BL Media
JULY 22, 2025
In this follow-up to our last episode on landfills, Host Angelique Dickson sits down with Andrew Green, Senior Associate at Peter J. Ramsay & Associates, to discuss the success of the ET capping system in Australia. They dive into the benefits of ET capping systems, highlighting their contribution to biodiversity and reduced environmental impact.
Renew Economy
JULY 23, 2025
W.A. awards contracts worth $342 million to help unlock more wind and solar capacity in its main grid as it prepares to close last of coal fired power stations. The post WA reveals biggest investment in grid for a decade to help unlock more wind and solar appeared first on RenewEconomy.
ESG Today
JULY 22, 2025
The UK government’s Emissions Trading Scheme Authority announced that it has decided to integrate greenhouse gas removals (GGRs) into its Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), allowing the use of carbon removals for companies to address hard-to-abate emissions to meet their allowances under the industrial GHG emissions reduction system. Launched in 2021 to replace the UK’s participation in the EU’s Emissions Trading System, the UK ETS sets a limit on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for key GHG intensiv
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
JULY 23, 2025
Scientists in Svalbard were shocked to find rain and greenery instead of snow during Arctic winter fieldwork. The event highlights not just warming—but a full seasonal shift with major consequences for ecosystems, climate feedback, and research feasibility.
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
Sustainability Matters
JULY 17, 2025
Australia can cut its emissions by 65–75% by 2035 and save households and businesses billions of dollars in the process, according to an EY analysis released ahead of the federal government’s next climate target decision. The report outlines key priorities for Australian governments and businesses to set and achieve prudent climate goals by 2035. Insights from the EY Net Zero Centre report include: The benefit-cost ratio of climate action has improved in the last decade.
3BL Media
JULY 22, 2025
Originally published in GoDaddy's 2024 Sustainability Report Energy Minimizing our energy impact is a key driver in our commitment to sustainability. Technology and data centers are at the heart of what we do, and we recognize their energy-intensive nature. Our data center teams are relentless in their pursuit of maximizing energy efficiency and, where available, seek renewable energy sources to cover our consumption.
Renew Economy
JULY 22, 2025
Fossil fuels have “run out of road”, the head of the United Nations says, with the price of renewable energy now so cheap the energy transition cannot be stopped. The post Fossil fuels “have run out of road,” despite best efforts of lobbyists, says UN chief appeared first on RenewEconomy.
ESG Today
JULY 21, 2025
Chemical company INEOS announced that it has completed a £30 million (USD$40.4 million) investment at its Hull manufacturing site, converting the facility to run on hydrogen instead of natural gas, resulting in a 75% reduction in carbon emissions. Based on the east coast of the UK, the INEOS Acetyls business in Hull is the largest producer of acetic acid, acetic anhydride and ethyl acetate in Europe.
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
Environmental News Bits
JULY 18, 2025
The Clean Economy Tracker (CET) tracks private-led investments and jobs in clean energy manufacturing, deployment as well as related public statements by lawmakers serving in the U.S. Congress.
Sustainability Matters
JULY 21, 2025
The Bioplastics Innovation Hub (BIH), a joint venture between Murdoch University and CSIRO, is responding to the plastic waste crisis with the development of a bioplastic alternative that vanishes over time — leaving no trace on land or in water. The BIH brought together microbiology, molecular genetics, synthetic biology and biochemical engineering experts with advanced manufacturing to develop bioplastics alternatives.
3BL Media
JULY 17, 2025
July 17, 2025 /3BL/ - The Biomimicry Institute , a nonprofit championing a Nature Positive, inclusive, and regenerative future, has announced the ten startups selected for the 2025 Ray of Hope Accelerator. Kicking off in September and spanning over the following six months, these nature-inspired ventures will join a nature retreat, receive $15,000 in non-dilutive funding, and access over $50,000 worth of resources, services, expert support, mentorship, and tools to fast-track their path to marke
Renew Economy
JULY 21, 2025
Electric homes and vehicles can help turn Australian cities into "giant batteries," study finds, with each resident owning around three Tesla Powerwalls-worth of flexible storage capacity. The post EVs and electric hot water can transform cities into “giant batteries” to slash peak demand appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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.
ESG Today
JULY 21, 2025
By: Alyssa Zucker, Senior Industry Principal, Workiva Many questions lingered after CARB’s much-anticipated first public workshop held on May 29th, 2025, on California’s landmark climate disclosure laws (SB 253 and SB 261) , which require large businesses in California to report greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and climate related risks respectively.
Corporate Knights
JULY 18, 2025
In the fight against climate disinformation, the messengers – not just the message – are increasingly coming under fire. An international campaign spearheaded by the Global Climate and Health Alliance (GCHA), called Break the Fossil Influence – Fossil-Free Health Communications, is adding more muscle to that scrutiny, by shunning the public relations firms that work with fossil fuel entities.
Sustainability Matters
JULY 21, 2025
Allegro Energy has announced a new application of its proprietary long duration energy storage (LDES) tech that provides data centres with a scalable, planet-friendly alternative to traditional power sources. With the application, data centres’ consistent load pairs with the company’s modular, water-based technology, enabling them to rely fully on renewable energy sources with 24/7 uptime, while reducing carbon footprints and operational costs.
3BL Media
JULY 22, 2025
Trane Technologies is helping solve our customers’ big challenges by innovating and delivering solutions that are better for their business and for the environment. Through our Gigaton Challenge , we aim to reduce 1 gigaton of GHG emissions from our customers’ footprints by 2030. Project At-a-Glance: The opportunity: Drive emissions reductions and increase electrification across the entire EnerSys facilities portfolio Eliminate Scope 1 emissions company-wide by 2040 Significantly reduce facility
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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
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