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Australia’s oldest solar farm was the country’s best performing in February

Renew Economy

The list of best performing wind and solar farms for the month of February threw up a few surprises. The post Australia’s oldest solar farm was the country’s best performing in February appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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5 ways to responsibly eliminate smart home e-waste

Stacey Higginbotham

On our most recent Internet of Things Podcast, Chris called in with a great question about used smart home gear. Having gone through more connected devices than most people, Stacey and I have dealt with responsibly recycling, or repurposing, our used smart home products. So we have five suggestions to consider when eliminating smart home e-waste. Before sharing them, it’s worth emphasizing a key point.

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Carbon markets could protect forests, but only if those who live there are protected too

Renew Economy

Many forest carbon offsetting schemes put the well-being of Indigenous communities at risk — and threaten the future of carbon markets. The post Carbon markets could protect forests, but only if those who live there are protected too appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Saudi Arabia Launches a Nuclear Energy Company

Energy Central

Note to Readers All updates related to nuclear energy matters in Ukraine are on Twitter. Follow iaea.org for the latest news. Saudi Arabia Launches a Nuclear Energy Company Philippines Signs MOU with US with a Focus on Nonproliferation Objectives US Partners with Ghana on SMRs US Firm Announces Plans to Build a 20 MWe SMR in Romania Rolls Royce Kicks Off.

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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.

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The Digitization of the Power Grid: Substation Automation Edition

Cisco CSR

Trend Overview. Electrical substations are the building blocks of an energy grid. They are responsible for regulating and changing voltage levels as electric power flows from generating station to consumer. Many were built decades ago when switching, adjustment, and data collection were done manually, but digital protection and control devices have become more intelligent.

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Exxon plans hydrogen and carbon-capture/storage plant near Houston

Energy Central

Houston HOUSTON, March 1 (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil Corp. (XOM.N) on Tuesday said it plans a hydrogen production plant and a carbon capture and storage (CCS) project at its Baytown refinery near Houston, Texas, an effort to reduce its carbon footprint while earning a profit. The complex would be Exxon's first contribution to a cross-industry effort to create a $100 billion.

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Clean Transportation in Pennsylvania: Big Questions for 2022 (Part 1)

CleanTechnica

Clean transportation in Pennsylvania (PA). This is the first part of a three-part blog. This first blog focuses on the Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the funding that may be coming into Pennsylvania as well as opportunities for the Commonwealth to adopt regulations to help increase the number of electric vehicles (EVs) available […].

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Secure Energy Operations

Cisco CSR

Trend Overview . The Colonial Pipeline incident in the spring of 2021 changed every security conversation in midstream oil and gas. It prompted very disruptive security regulation from the TSA, affecting all midstream operators in the U.S., but it also created awareness in the whole energy industry that security is now a formal requirement. So what does compliance mean and what does “being secure” look like?

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Tesla Pleasure Driving

CleanTechnica

by Robert Hunt, with some editing by David Waterworth After a year of owning my Tesla Model 3 Long Range, I thought I’d write down a few points … but from the experiential angle rather than the technical — for new people and for a bit of fun. This is about Tesla pleasure driving, if […].

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Tesla Model X Plaid Likes & Dislikes

CleanTechnica

This Tesla Model X Plaid review will be provided in a “he says, she says” format in order to show the points of view of both Sidney Ringold and Jim Ringold. Sometimes they are in complete alignment. Sometimes they aren’t. By Jim Ringold and Sidney Ringold, teslacarstuff@gmail.com. We recently took delivery of our second Tesla […].

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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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Lucid CEO Shares Details On Lucid’s Battery Pack In All New Series, “Tech Talks”

CleanTechnica

Lucid Motors CEO Peter Rawlinson has opened up about Lucid’s battery pack. The automaker recently launched an all-new series called Tech Talks that will share some of the key details behind its EV technology. The video below is the first episode. Rawlinson focuses on the battery pack. Rawlinson noted that the Lucid Air Dream Edition […].

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Tesla Prioritizing Deliveries Of Cars With FSD

CleanTechnica

Ordering FSD can help put a new Tesla in your driveway sooner.

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Panasonic To Begin Mass Production Of Tesla 4680 Batteries In Fiscal Year April 2023

CleanTechnica

Panasonic plans to start the mass production of Tesla’s 4680 battery cells in the fiscal year April 2023, according to reports. There are also plans to set up two additional production lines and facilities at the company’s Wakayama factory. There’s also a rumor that Panasonic is planning a major gigafactory somewhere in the US. In […].

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Can Tesla’s Otherworldly White Seats Really Stay Clean?

CleanTechnica

The unusual white upholstery is probably such a popular option among Tesla owners because it seems to match the automaker’s futuristic vibe. Much like the all-white interior of the spaceship in Stanley Kubrick’s epic film 2001, Tesla’s stark white interior accentuates an otherworldly aesthetic experience. A look at Tesla’s all-white interior option (Source: Tesla) As much as they look good […].

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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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The NHTSA & DOT Want Your Thoughts On Using Cameras Instead Of Traditional Mirrors

CleanTechnica

The National Transportation Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Department of Transportation want to know if you support using cameras instead of traditional mirrors. The two organizations opened a Federal Register Notice with a comment period that ends on April 13, 2022. According to the NHTSA, it is thinking about researching the involvement of the […].

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CleanTechnica Tested: The EBL Portable Power Station

CleanTechnica

Portable power stations open up a wide range of new options for bringing tools, technology, and toys to new places. Battery producer EBL is moving into the space with the powerful new 1 kilowatt-hour, 1,000 watt EBL Portable Power Station Voyager 1000. EBL sent us one of their new power stations for us to run […].

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Traditional Automakers Could Face “Kodak Moment” If They Fail to Catch Up With Tesla

CleanTechnica

Traditional automakers are serious about committing to electric vehicles. But do they have what it takes to catch up with Tesla? According to Rob Hull at the UK’s This is Money media outlet, “Tesla’s ability to continue delivering EVs in 2022 could see it extend its stronghold over the market.” It’s reported that “electric vehicle outputs […].

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Cheap, Safe, Regional Electric Flying is Coming, & Kevin Antcliff Of Xwing Is Automating It

CleanTechnica

There was a real knee in the curve at 40% that led to much even more value for smaller aircraft. It suggests that the economics will be as cheap as cars, but a lot faster, and time has value. .

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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