How business can help win an historic climate victory
GreenBiz
AUGUST 2, 2022
We have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to secure a livable future, and we’re watching (as are employees) to see if the corporate sector speaks up.
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Karl-Anthony Towns Named a Global Ambassador for World Federation of Youth Clubs
3BL Media
AUGUST 2, 2022
SOURCE: World Federation of Youth Clubs. DESCRIPTION: ORLANDO, Fla., August 2, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Rick Goings, Chairman and Co-founder of the World Federation of Youth Clubs (WFYC), announced today that NBA All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns has been named as a Global Ambassador of the international organization. Throughout Towns’ seven-year career with the Minnesota Timberwolves, he has consistently engaged in community outreach, primarily focusing on youth, health and wellness, and social justice.
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Electrify Ithaca: A public-private collaborative approach to city-wide decarbonization
GreenBiz
AUGUST 2, 2022
Ithaca's goal is the decarbonize every building in the city by 2030. The director of sustainability shares how it is going to make that happen.
Global renewables investment hits record high, boosted by solar and offshore wind
Renew Economy
AUGUST 2, 2022
Global renewable energy investment reached $US226 billion in the first half of 2022, a record that defied supply chain challenges and cost inflation. The post Global renewables investment hits record high, boosted by solar and offshore wind appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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.
ESG credibility under threat from lack of standardization, report warns
GreenBiz
AUGUST 2, 2022
Analysts from EY and Oxford Analytica warn booming ESG movement faces greenwashing allegations and loss of credibility if action is not taken.
CNH Industrial Ranked Among Most Innovative Companies in Brazil
3BL Media
AUGUST 2, 2022
SOURCE: CNH Industrial. DESCRIPTION: August 2, 2022 /3BL Media/ - CNH Industrial has once again been recognized as one of Brazil’s most innovative businesses in the annual ‘Valor Inovação Brasil’ awards. The accolades were conferred by national financial news authority Valor Econômico, in partnership with Strategy& - the global strategy consulting team at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).
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Construction and transmission work begin on delayed wind farm in Victoria
Renew Economy
AUGUST 2, 2022
Transmission and balance of plant works finally begin on delayed wind project near Port Fairy in Victoria. The post Construction and transmission work begin on delayed wind farm in Victoria appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Medtronic Mobile Lab Trucks Expand Access to Healthcare Tech
3BL Media
AUGUST 2, 2022
The fleet just doubled to reach more clinicians with healthcare technology education. SOURCE: Medtronic. DESCRIPTION: Is it a semi-truck, a moving billboard, or a classroom on wheels? The Medtronic Mobile Lab trucks are all three, and one or more may be coming to a city near you. The trucks are built to simulate an operating room — and we just doubled our fleet to reach more clinicians with healthcare technology education.
Wind energy records tumble as storms sweep across southern Australia
Renew Economy
AUGUST 2, 2022
Wind output records tumble on Wednesday as a series of storms sweep across southern Australia, taking prices down with them. The post Wind energy records tumble as storms sweep across southern Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Earth Overshoot Day 2022: Can We Live in Balance With the Earth?
3BL Media
AUGUST 2, 2022
by Daniel Schmid. SOURCE: SAP. DESCRIPTION: Today marks global Earth Overshoot Day 2022, a reminder that we have reached the limit of Earth’s budget yet another day earlier in the year. As business leaders, we need to urgently shift gears to mitigate the risks arising from the overstretch of our finite planet and amplify the positive impacts of a growing number of solutions that are waiting to be implemented at scale.
Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?
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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.
On Capitol Hill, a 180-degree turn of events for climate, EV policy
GreenBiz
AUGUST 2, 2022
An interview with Joe Britton, executive director of the Zero Emission Transportation Association, about the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
Lenovo Reduces Emissions Footprint With Maersk ECO Delivery
3BL Media
AUGUST 2, 2022
SOURCE: Lenovo. DESCRIPTION: August 2, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Lenovo, a global technology powerhouse and leader in PC and smart devices, is committing to further reduce its carbon footprint in transportation by partnering with Maersk’s ECO Delivery solutions for ocean freight shipments of its PC, smart devices, and infrastructure products from manufacturing locations in China to Asia Pacific and Europe.
Greens move to “end climate wars,” and mount new battle against fossil fuels
Renew Economy
AUGUST 2, 2022
Greens leader Adam Bandt says his party will do its bit to "end the climate wars" by supporting Labor's 2022 Bill. But really, this is just a cease fire. The post Greens move to “end climate wars,” and mount new battle against fossil fuels appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Ralph Lauren Earns Parity.Org's “Best Companies for Women to Advance” Designation for Third Year
3BL Media
AUGUST 2, 2022
SOURCE: Ralph Lauren Corporation. DESCRIPTION: “Parity in leadership is crucial, but we know representation alone is not enough – we must create conditions intentionally designed to support women’s ambitions, well-being and freedoms. A world of equal opportunity means enabling all who identify as women to go as far as they dream.” -Roseann Lynch, Chief People Officer and Head of the Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation.
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
Bill Gates leads $US44m funding round to automate and accelerate solar PV construction
Renew Economy
AUGUST 2, 2022
Bill Gates' clean energy fund leads fund raising for technology that automates and accelerates development, construction, and operation of large scale solar plants. . The post Bill Gates leads $US44m funding round to automate and accelerate solar PV construction appeared first on RenewEconomy.
FedEx: Why We Give to the Red Cross
3BL Media
AUGUST 2, 2022
By FedEx. SOURCE: FedEx Corporation. DESCRIPTION: At FedEx, we align our corporate philanthropy with our capabilities. With an air fleet of more than 650 planes and a ground fleet of more than 200,000 vehicles on the world’s roads, we have an extensive transportation network. This means we can transport critically needed items overnight for the American Red Cross to any location in the U.S.
Graph of the Day: Large scale wind and solar set record output on Australia’s main grid
Renew Economy
AUGUST 2, 2022
The output of large scale wind and solar sets new record on Monday. The post Graph of the Day: Large scale wind and solar set record output on Australia’s main grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Are we comparing green to green?
GreenBiz
AUGUST 2, 2022
The spirit of the EU Taxonomy and why accurate corporate reporting matters
What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?
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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
Solar is the cheapest power – a lightbulb moment showed we can cut costs even further
Renew Economy
AUGUST 2, 2022
Illuminating new research suggests we can rethink the type of silicon needed to make high-efficiency solar cells. The post Solar is the cheapest power – a lightbulb moment showed we can cut costs even further appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Microsoft's All-Electric Kitchen
GreenBiz
AUGUST 2, 2022
A trip to Microsoft's all-electric campus, which highlights one way an all-electric future could take shape.
Rebooted coal power could deliver major emissions blow-out in Germany
Renew Economy
AUGUST 2, 2022
As Germany turns to coal to get through the gas supply crisis, estimates suggest emissions may have increased by 10m tonnes in the first half of the year. The post Rebooted coal power could deliver major emissions blow-out in Germany appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Profile in Innovation: Melanie Robinson, The Trailblazer
3BL Media
AUGUST 2, 2022
SOURCE: DOW. DESCRIPTION: Celebrating Dow’s 125 years. In honor of Dow’s 125th anniversary year, we’re celebrating our people because it's their ability to imagine better that has driven innovation and success throughout our history. It’s through ingenuity and know-how that Dow’s people have met technical challenges, engineered new solutions and are laying the groundwork for a more sustainable and equitable future for all.
What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?
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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.
Stop DDoS at the 5G Network Edge
Cisco CSR
AUGUST 2, 2022
The increase in bandwidth demand and access to engaging online content has led to a rapid expansion of 5G technology deployments. This combination of increased demand from a multitude of user equipment devices (laptops, mobile phones, tablets) and rapid technology deployment has created a diverse threat surface potentially affecting the availability and sustainability of desired low latency outcomes (virtual reality, IoT, online gaming, etc.).
Edison Volunteers Join the Great L.A. River Cleanup
3BL Media
AUGUST 2, 2022
Employees remove a stunning array of pollutants, including cigarette butts and microplastics, from a river estuary to benefit climate adaptation. SOURCE: Edison International. DESCRIPTION: By Casey Wian, ENERGIZED by Edison Writer. After rappelling down a 40-foot concrete wall into the Los Angeles River’s Willow Street Estuary, then spending the next few hours filling bag after bag of trash, volunteers might be expected to express relief that the ordeal was over.
Technology, Infrastructure Key to Heavy Industry Net-Zero Improvements
Environment + Energy Leader
AUGUST 2, 2022
The World Economic Forum released a report tracking efforts and improvements that can be made in emissions-intensive sectors to help reach global climate goals. The post Technology, Infrastructure Key to Heavy Industry Net-Zero Improvements appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Connecting Through Crisis
3BL Media
AUGUST 2, 2022
SOURCE: Chevron Corporation. DESCRIPTION: The theme of AIDS 2022 – re-engaging and following the science – resonates deeply with me because it reflects our efforts within Chevron. This year is about getting back to our Health & Medical base business. Our workforces are returning; my teams have been staffing our clinics, continuing to advocate for preventive health, advising worldwide travelers and executing fit-for-duty processes.
The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges
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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.
Carlyle Launches Decarbonization-Linked Finance Program for Private Credit Market
ESG Today
AUGUST 2, 2022
Global private capital investment firm The Carlyle Group announced today the launch of a decarbonization-linked financing program, enabling borrowers to access capital with terms tied to their performance on climate-related goals. The program is among the first of its kind in the US private credit market. Under the new program, borrowers will receive a pricing benefit based on the achievement of decarbonization targets or other climate-related Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
T-Mobile Teams With Homeland Security To Give First Responder Data Top Priority
3BL Media
AUGUST 2, 2022
The Un-carrier is first and only wireless provider to give data priority automatically to WPS-enrolled agencies. SOURCE: T-Mobile. DESCRIPTION: BELLEVUE, Wash., August 2, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Messaging all first responders! Today, T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) announced first responders’ data is top priority on the Un-carrier’s network automatically and for free when the agency is enrolled in Wireless Priority Service (WPS).
How upset should you really be about Insteon’s subscription plans?
Stacey Higginbotham
AUGUST 2, 2022
On our recent IoT Podcast, we mixed things up a bit and didn’t take a question from our IoT Voicemail Hotline. Instead, we answered a question that we received by email and Twitter from a number of smart home owners. It seems that people want to know what we think about Insteon now charging an optional subscription fee. Some Insteon device users are understandably upset by this new subscription plan.
Amazin’ Mets Foundation Hosts Second Annual Homeruns & Highballs Fundraiser
3BL Media
AUGUST 2, 2022
SOURCE: Amazin’ Mets Foundation. DESCRIPTION: FLUSHING, N.Y., August 2, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The Amazin’ Mets Foundation (AMF) hosted its second annual Homeruns & Highballs fundraiser on Monday, July 25 at Citi Field. As AMF’s largest fundraising event of the season, the event itself raised gross contributions of over $937,000 with Mets Owners Steve and Alex Cohen matching those proceeds through the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation.
Supercharge Your ESG Content This Libra Season
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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.
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