Thu.Dec 22, 2022

article thumbnail

Sustainable aviation fuel offers flight path to net-zero air travel

GreenBiz

It will take long-term, coordinated action from airlines, aircraft manufacturers, fuel producers, airports and governments for zero-emissions flight to really take off.

Net Zero 333
article thumbnail

Canadian doctors prescribe fines for natural gas 'greenwashers'

Corporate Knights

If you follow @FuellingCanada on Twitter , you might have read recently that “Canada ranks as a world leader in responsible natural gas production.” If you click on the link to their website, you’ll find a host of disinformation describing how “Canada’s natural gas industry works 24/7 to ensure affordable, clean, and reliable energy for families and businesses.”.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Agriculture is a solution to reach a net zero economy

GreenBiz

Investors need to shift their focus to agriculture and smart-farming to create the next tech boom and fight climate change.

Net Zero 343
article thumbnail

The Meaning of Quiet Quitting

3BL Media

SOURCE: Ericsson. DESCRIPTION: The quiet quitting debate provides us with an opportunity to talk about purpose and meaning. About well-being, work life balance, about the future of work, job-crafting and so much more. This is the first post in a series that will explore those subjects and Ericsson as a workplace from different individual perspectives.

Waste 246
article thumbnail

Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

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.

article thumbnail

What sets Amazon’s cloud water strategy apart

GreenBiz

Like rivals Microsoft and Google, Amazon Web Services has set a goal to become ‘water positive’ in its data center operations, but it’s expressing progress in a different way.

257
257
article thumbnail

Opinion: Treated Mine Water Release Essential to Oilsands Reclamation

3BL Media

By Pierre Gratton. SOURCE: Suncor Energy. DESCRIPTION: Current global unrest and ongoing impacts from the pandemic have brought the security of supply of energy and resource products into sharp focus, not just for Canadians but our allies around the world. This priority was reinforced at the highest political levels with Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland saying in a recent speech that “Canada must — and will — show similar generosity in fast-tracking, for example, the energy and mining pro

Waste 147

More Trending

article thumbnail

Sustainable Salmon Farming and the Future of Digital Procurement

3BL Media

SOURCE: SAP. DESCRIPTION: It’s no exaggeration to say that the people at Evonik Industries are committed to innovation, whether it involves sustainable salmon farming, helping to develop COVID-19 vaccines at record speed, or making tires more fuel efficient. As a leading specialty chemicals company in Germany, innovation is fundamental to Evonik Industries’ growth.

article thumbnail

Using ESG and impact to sort leaders from laggards in 2023

Impact Alpha

ImpactAlpha, Dec. 22 – It’s not about the scores. It’s about the solutions. ESG – shorthand for the consideration of environmental, social and governance considerations. The post Using ESG and impact to sort leaders from laggards in 2023 appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

133
133
article thumbnail

Southern Company Continues To Receive High Marks for Environmental Transparency

3BL Media

Southern Company Continues To Receive High Marks for Environmental Transparency. Tue, 01/10/2023 - 13:25. Type of Content. Article. Layout. Featured Media. Body. For the third consecutive year, Southern Company earned a score of A- for its 2022 CDP Climate Change Disclosure , demonstrating leadership for the North American region and thermal power generation sector.

CDP 130
article thumbnail

Podcast: Matter upgrades aren’t ready for prime time

Stacey Higginbotham

We tried Matter for the first time late last week , and have a lot to share with our listeners about what we and other journalists learned through the process. The early verdict is that most people should not update for a while because the process is tedious at best and downright frustrating at worst. But if you want to update, we provide tips. Then we focus on a story about iRobot’s Roomba vacuums that shows how a larger ecosystem of tech partners are taking device data and potentially sh

119
119
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

A Heartwarming Project Action Grant Recipient, Noel, Created “Thank You” Baskets for Local Veterans

3BL Media

SOURCE: The Hershey Company. DESCRIPTION: With help from a Heartwarming Project Action Grant, Noel and other student volunteers created "thank you" baskets for local veterans. Teens can receive a $250 grant to help strengthen and support their community. Apply by December 31, 2022. . Tweet me: With help from a @HersheyCompany Heartwarming Project Action Grant, Noel and other student volunteers created "thank you" baskets for local veterans.

130
130
article thumbnail

Top Five 2022 highlights from Cisco IoT Industrial Networking

Cisco CSR

2022 has been a year of acceleration for digitization of physical infrastructure. Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) has helped our customers around the globe in transforming industries like manufacturing, ports, mining, transportation, utilities, and public sector. As we reflect on the last year, there’s a lot to be proud of. Let’s look at some key moments and see what we achieved together.

article thumbnail

2023 Social Impact, CSR and Sustainability Conferences Guide

3BL Media

SOURCE: Realized Worth. DESCRIPTION: It's finally here. your 2023 Conferences Guide! Explore this comprehensive list of CSR, Social Impact and Sustainability Conferences at the link below to start planning your 2023 calendar. The guide is updated regularly with new events and registration details, so you'll want to bookmark this one! Have an event that isn't listed already?

130
130
article thumbnail

Greif Announces New Sustainability Targets

Environment + Energy Leader

Greif, an industrial packaging products and services company, has announced new sustainability targets which will reinforce the company’s commitment to building a more sustainable and equitable future. The post Greif Announces New Sustainability Targets appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

CNH Industrial Hosts Sustainability Session at Tech Day 2022

3BL Media

SOURCE: CNH Industrial. DESCRIPTION: At its Tech Day in Phoenix, Arizona, CNH Industrial outlined its commitment to sustainably advancing the noble work of agriculture and construction workers. Speakers highlighted the Company’s progress in three key areas. Stefano Fiorati, Head of Zero Emission & Advanced Drivetrain, focused on Alternative fuels , and how they are critically important to unlocking an on-farm circular economy.

Waste 130
article thumbnail

Southeast US Battery Storage Projects Add 150 MW for Grid Reliability

Environment + Energy Leader

Origis Energy and Mitsubishi Power Americas are partnering to add the energy systems at three solar sites. The post Southeast US Battery Storage Projects Add 150 MW for Grid Reliability appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

105
105
article thumbnail

How Boston Scientific Celebrates the Spirit of Giving All Year Round

3BL Media

SOURCE: Boston Scientific. DESCRIPTION: The months of November and December, with all their holidays and celebrations, have come to be known as a season of giving around the world. At Boston Scientific, though, giving back is made a priority all year long. With help from the company’s Global Community Engagement team, employees are empowered to donate their time, talent and resources to address the most pressing needs around them in three focus areas: health, education and supporting communities

Waste 130
article thumbnail

Puma Is Cutting CO2 and Saving Water Across its Supply Chain

Environment + Energy Leader

Puma aims to reduce its Scopes 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 35% by 2025 from a 2017 baseline. It also plans to cut its Scope 3 emissions tied to its value chain for purchased goods and services by 60% by 2030, achieved primarily by focusing on the transport of goods and cutting down on its air freight by. The post Puma Is Cutting CO2 and Saving Water Across its Supply Chain appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

Tis The Season For Corporate Cause Ads - And I'm Glad!

3BL Media

By: David Hessekiel. SOURCE: Subaru of America. DESCRIPTION: That’s an impressive number, but kudos for re-upping the biggest and longest-running year-end automotive charity program once again goes to Subaru for its incredible Share The Love program. Now entering its 15th year of linking donations to vehicle sales, Subaru expects that Share The Love will break the cumulative $250 million donation mark this year.

130
130
article thumbnail

EaaS Provider Redaptive Receives $200 Million from CPP Investments

Environment + Energy Leader

The funds will help enhance energy generation and efficiency initiatives. The post EaaS Provider Redaptive Receives $200 Million from CPP Investments appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

105
105
article thumbnail

Emerging Sustainability & ESG Topics Garner More Audience Attention in Q4

3BL Media

SOURCE: 3BL Media. DESCRIPTION: Consumers, investors, employees and other stakeholders are increasingly interested in the operational details and outcomes of company environmental, social and governance (ESG) programs, according to recent data from 3BL Media, the leading distributor of corporate sustainability and ESG news, commentary, and content. “We’re seeing a shift in audience attention in the final months of 2022,” commented Dave Armon, CEO of 3BL Media.

article thumbnail

HR’s new operating model

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Interviews with more than 100 chief human resources officers and people leaders reveal how the HR operating model is changing to drive value in a volatile business environment.

110
110
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Entergy Nuclear Volunteers Ensure No Child Goes Hungry at the Holidays

3BL Media

Jackson headquarters employees donate food to North Jackson Elementary School. SOURCE: Entergy Corporation. DESCRIPTION: JACKSON, Miss., December 22, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The Entergy Nuclear headquarters team has partnered with its adopted school, North Jackson Elementary School, this holiday season to fight childhood hunger. Entergy employees donated hundreds of cans of food and other non-perishable items, which will be provided to parents and their children to ensure proper nutrition during the

130
130
article thumbnail

New study models the transmission of foreshock waves towards Earth

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

As the supersonic solar wind surges towards Earth, its interaction with our planet's magnetic field creates a shock to deflect its flow, and a foreshock filled with electromagnetic waves. How these waves can propagate to the other side of the shock has long remained a mystery.

103
103
article thumbnail

The Home Depot Foundation Surprises Atlanta's Mary Hall Freedom Village With $100,000 To Support Homeless Veterans

3BL Media

SOURCE: The Home Depot. DESCRIPTION: This holiday season, The Home Depot Foundation surprised Atlanta-based nonprofit partner, Mary Hall Freedom Village (MHFV), with $100,000 to support local women veterans transitioning out of homelessness. The grant will support MHFV’s new family services center, which will offer career development, childcare, veteran housing and numerous other health and wellness services.

article thumbnail

Current Antarctic conservation efforts are insufficient to avoid biodiversity declines, study shows

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Existing conservation efforts are insufficient to protect Antarctic ecosystems, and population declines are likely for 65% of the continent's plants and wildlife by the year 2100, according to a new study.

101
101
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

How Do You Cultivate an Innovative Mindset? Invest in Education.

3BL Media

By John Sampson. SOURCE: DOW. SUMMARY: The challenges facing our local and global communities are complex and interconnected, and we know solutions to these challenges will require ideas fueled by creative innovators. DESCRIPTION: Imagine Better by investing in Education. As we live through the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), we are experiencing social and technological change at an exponential pace.

4IR 130
article thumbnail

Coca-Cola, Walmart and Salesforce call on Indiana utilities to offer green tariffs

Utiliity Dive

Proponents say a green tariff program would make Indiana more attractive to businesses and generate billions in capacity investments.

117
117
article thumbnail

Poverty Is Unnecessary $25,000 Fund Donors Are Creating Economic Opportunities for Low-Income Entrepreneurs

3BL Media

SOURCE: Whole Foods Market Foundations. DESCRIPTION: Suppliers of Whole Foods Market are empowering microentrepreneurs, primarily women, with economic opportunity. These generous brands fund microloans for entrepreneurs living in poverty so they can start or expand a small business, often home-based. With a small loan of around $200, a low-income entrepreneur can purchase essential needs for their small ventures, such as products for a food stand, equipment for a sewing business, or tools for a

Banking 130
article thumbnail

Microplastics deposited on the seafloor triple in 20 years

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

The total amount of microplastics deposited on the bottom of oceans has tripled in the past two decades with a progression that corresponds to the type and volume of consumption of plastic products by society.

98
article thumbnail

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.