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Giant gold mine switches off gas and diesel for first time after completion of largest off-grid hybrid system

Renew Economy

Large gold mine running entirely on wind, solar and battery storage at times after completion of largest off-grid hybrid system. The post Giant gold mine switches off gas and diesel for first time after completion of largest off-grid hybrid system appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Decarbonization Strategy: From Ambition to Action in Our Climate Transition Plan

3BL Media

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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Shell, Accenture and Amex GBT Expand SAF Purchasing Platform to Multiple Fuel Suppliers

ESG Today

Shell, Accenture and American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) announced a series of changes to their blockchain-powered sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) book-and-claim platform, Avelia, aimed at expanding it into a broader industry solution to help scale the adoption of SAF, including opening up the platform to multiple fuel suppliers beyond Shell Aviation.

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Meet the low-cost, low-emission economy of the future

Corporate Knights

A better grid is coming, and it’s going to cost less. As the influential climate investor Tom Steyer has written , the journey to net-zero will give us inexpensive and abundant energy, better products at lower prices and innumerable improvements across society. Getting there doesn’t mean increasing capital investment so much as shifting the way capital is allocated and incentives are designed.

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Precision in Motion: Why Process Optimization Is the Future of Manufacturing

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.

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AI use in the future of water treatment systems: study

Sustainability Matters

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.

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World’s largest green hydrogen plant goes online, powered by off-grid renewables

Renew Economy

World’s largest green hydrogen and ammonia production facility has been commissioned in China, powered by an AI-integrated off-grid renewable system. The post World’s largest green hydrogen plant goes online, powered by off-grid renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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ESG Today: Week in Review

ESG Today

This week in ESG news: Mars launches $250 million sustainability solutions fund, ties exec compensation to climate goals; EU proposes major simplification of sustainability taxonomy; Google turns the corner on data center emissions, but supply chain drags carbon footprint higher; revised European Sustainability Reporting Standards may cut datapoints by two thirds; Microsoft signs 3 million ton carbon removal deal; Iberdrola, Masdar sign record offshore wind agreement; EU Commission looks to deve

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Illuminating Sustainability – The Value of Daylighting Technologies in California Public Buildings

Green Technology

In California, the quality of indoor environments is not a luxury—it is a necessity. Public sector buildings are increasingly recognized as strategic platforms for implementing wellness-driven and energy-smart technologies. Among the most impactful interventions is daylighting—the strategic use of natural light to improve occupant health and reduce energy consumption.

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A sustainable approach to increase wastewater recycling

Sustainability Matters

Rising rural populations, drought and climate change are making water scarcity a problem in country townships — with more efficient handling of sewage system wastewater part of the solution. Pioneered by Flinders University environmental health experts, local councils in South Australia are operating sustainable energy-efficient sewage treatment operations with low-cost high-rate algal pond (HRAP) systems.

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Kean hails solar, battery revolution as EY says consumers could save billions with stronger emissions target

Renew Economy

Kean hails "revolution" in solar and storage that could upturn assumptions about transition, as EY says existing technologies will make high ambition targets affordable. The post Kean hails solar, battery revolution as EY says consumers could save billions with stronger emissions target 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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The Biomimicry Institute Announces the 2025 Ray of Hope Accelerator Cohort: 10 Nature-Inspired Startups Driving Climate Solutions

3BL Media

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

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Google Signs Largest-Ever Corporate Hydropower Deal with Brookfield

ESG Today

Brookfield Asset Management and its clean energy platform Brookfield Renewable announced today the launch of a new Hydro Framework Agreement (HFA) with Google, for the delivery of up to 3,000 MW of carbon-free hydroelectric capacity to power Google’s operations across the U.S. The deal marks the largest-ever corporate clean power deal for hydroelectricity.

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A Year of Impact in Motion: B Lab’s 2024 Annual Report Summary

B the Change

From policy summits to sustainable campaigns, B Lab’s impact on politics, entrepreneurship, and environmental sustainability in 2024. Title card for B Lab’s Global Annual Report On June 2, 2025, B Lab released its 2024 Global Annual Report. The report explores B Lab’s impacts, accomplishments, and projections for the new year. The latest annual report also notes a deeper commitment to community empowerment.

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Climate disasters demand respect, but we can't be quiet about their causes

Corporate Knights

If you’re reading this column, you’re likely already familiar with any number of climate-driven extreme weather disasters, some of which may have affected you directly or those in the communities you live in. The most recent is the heartbreaking tragedy that has taken the lives of more than 100 people in Texas due to one-in-1,000-year flash flooding.

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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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Network makes urgent call for 5GW of batteries, ten spinning machines to enable 100 pct renewables

Renew Economy

New assessment puts greater focus on battery inverters to maintain heartbeat of grid as it reaches 100 pct renewables, but also underlines urgent need for syncons. The post Network makes urgent call for 5GW of batteries, ten spinning machines to enable 100 pct renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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When Yesterday’s Trash Becomes Tomorrow’s Crisis

3BL Media

What happens when yesterday’s landfills become today’s problem—cracking, leaking, or resurfacing in the wake of poor maintenance or climate-driven disasters? In this episode, we dive into how companies and communities are tackling the legacy of contaminated sites, and the best practices shaping a safer, more resilient future for remediation. Listen now on: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Time Stamps (00:00) Landfills: Out of sight, out of mind?

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Laying the Groundwork for Government-Led Poverty Reduction

Stanford Social Innovation

By Dianne Calvi & Taddeo Muriuki In September 2024, an article in The Economist posed a provocative question: Can evidence-based development programs, like those championed by Nobel Prize-winning economist Esther Duflo, scale effectively to combat the growing challenges of extreme poverty? The stakes have never been higher. The US federal administration slashed 83 percent of foreign assistance programs during its first six weeks in office earlier this year, while European governments have re

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PepsiCo, Cargill to Expand Regenerative Agricultural Practices in U.S. Corn Supply Chain

ESG Today

Food and beverage giant PepsiCo and multinational food, ingredients and agriculture company Cargill announced the launch of a new strategic collaboration to advance regenerative agriculture practices across their shared corn supply chain in Iowa. Regenerative agriculture practices are aimed at addressing the environmental impact of the sector, and include techniques to improve and restore ecosystems, build soil health and fertility, reduce emissions, enhance watershed management, increase biodiv

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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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Australia can heavily cut emissions by 2035: report

Sustainability Matters

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.

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Huge 4 gigawatt hour battery – Australia’s biggest – seeks approval to soak up solar north of Sydney

Renew Economy

Federal and state approvals for what would be the biggest battery in Australia, focused mostly on soaking up excess solar and helping replace nearby coal generators. The post Huge 4 gigawatt hour battery – Australia’s biggest – seeks approval to soak up solar north of Sydney appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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At London Climate Action Week, Cascale Centers Fashion Industry Decarbonization Challenges

3BL Media

During London Climate Action Week’s official program, Cascale’s executive vice president Andrew Martin spoke on day one of a Project Syndicate event centered on decarbonization. The two-day programming convened cross-industry thinkers, in a live broadcast-style format meant to enrich dialogue and reach a wide, global audience. Over 2,000 attendees joined online, with in-studio attendees spanning Cascale members such as New Look and Amazon, as well as Lego Group, IKEA, Mills Fabrica, Carbon Trust

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Breathing Easy Indoors – Advancing Indoor Air Quality in California’s Public Sector Buildings

Green Technology

California has long been a leader in sustainability, setting ambitious goals for environmental stewardship and public health. Nowhere is this more critical than in the public sector, where schools, colleges, municipal buildings, and state agencies are responsible not only for maintaining infrastructure but also for safeguarding the well-being of millions of people.

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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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GRI Releases Proposed Sustainability Reporting Standard for Textile and Apparel Sectors

ESG Today

The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) announced today the release of the Textiles and Apparel Sector Standard exposure draft, aimed at enabling companies operating in the textile, apparel, footwear and jewelry sectors to report on key sustainability impacts in areas including human rights and the environment. GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards are one of the most commonly accepted global standards for sustainability reporting by companies, developed to enable consistent reporting across comp

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Leading EV battery manufacturers falling short on emissions reductions, says Greenpeace report

Envirotec Magazine

Most of the world’s top EV battery manufacturers have yet to set targets for both 100% renewable electricity and supply chain emission reductions, according to a new report from Greenpeace East Asia. The report assesses emission reduction efforts by the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) battery makers. Greenpeace East Asia campaigner Erin Choi said: “Electricity use and raw material sourcing are the two largest drivers of emissions in battery manufacturing, yet most battery makers lack targe

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AEMO puts grid-forming batteries and household devices at centre of roadmap to 100 pct renewables

Renew Economy

AEMO's new engineering priorities are on getting most out of grid forming inverters and consumer energy resources at it maps path to 100 per cent renewables. The post AEMO puts grid-forming batteries and household devices at centre of roadmap to 100 pct renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Bringing Safety to the Forefront: Key Takeaways From Our EHSxLogistics Event for Warehousing, Fulfillment, and Fleet Operations

3BL Media

Our recent and inaugural EHSxLogistics event brought together professionals from across the logistics and operations landscape to dive deep into the environmental, health, and safety (EHS) challenges and opportunities in warehouses, distribution centers, fulfillment hubs, and fleet management. The discussions were rich, practical, and forward-thinking.

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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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Clean Economy Tracker

Environmental News Bits

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.

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DHL Signs Deal with Neste for Over 9 Million Liters of Sustainable Aviation Fuel for Singapore Flights

ESG Today

International express service provider DHL Express, and renewable fuels producer Neste announced today a new agreement for the supply of 7,400 metric tons (9.5 million liters) of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to be delivered over the next year to power DHL’s international cargo flights from Singapore. The deal marks one of the largest SAF agreements for the air cargo industry to date, and DHL’s first direct procurement of SAF for its flights departing Singapore Changi Airport.

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Scottish landfill rate at record low, say latest SEPA statistics

Envirotec Magazine

Scots are generating less waste than ever before and sending less to landfill, according to the Scottish Waste From All Sources 2023 Official Statistics , published on 15 July, by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA). The release provides details on waste from Scottish households, businesses and public services. Scotland generated 9.55 million tonnes of waste in 2023 – a 7.5% decrease from 2022 and down 20.2% since 2011.

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Huge 197-turbine wind farm and four-hour battery proposed to tap into new Copperstring link

Renew Economy

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.

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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