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South Australia’s remarkable 100 per cent renewables run extends to over 10 days

Renew Economy

South Australia posts a remarkable and world-first run of net 100 per cent wind and solar for more than 10 days, or 249 hours. The post South Australia’s remarkable 100 per cent renewables run extends to over 10 days appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Can nature tech help save nature?

GreenBiz

These seven startups are using technology to accelerate, scale-up and otherwise enhance the protection and restoration of biodiverse ecosystems.

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Rooftop solar is eating coal and gas markets in every mainland state

Renew Economy

Rooftop solar has caused record lows for every mainland state in the last two months as it eats into the coal and gas markets. The post Rooftop solar is eating coal and gas markets in every mainland state appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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From sustainability intern to hiring manager

GreenBiz

The sustainability sector is growing rapidly, which means you might be going from low level independent contributor to in charge of hiring an entire team before you know it.

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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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The new year will be all about grid firming as Australia rejoins race to renewables

Renew Economy

We leave 2022 with a new policy clarity and momentum in the shift to renewables. The vital role of energy firming – including from batteries on wheels – is the next frontier. The post The new year will be all about grid firming as Australia rejoins race to renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The top 10 GreenBiz articles of 2022

GreenBiz

See if you missed any of our most-read articles this year.

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What happened at COP15? Here's 5 things you should know

GreenBiz

The UN's Convention on Biodiversity wrapped up in Montreal this week. Nations and businesses established funding and global targets.

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Businesses and investors need to roll up their sleeves and join the race to revive biodiversity

Corporate Knights

Basma Majerbi is an a ssociate professor at the Peter B. Gustavson School of Business at the University of Victoria. The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, opened the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15) in Montréal with a stark message: “ Without nature, we are nothing. Nature is our life-support system, and yet humanity seems hell bent on destruction.”.

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NSW and federal Labor tip another $7.8bn to plug in Snowy 2.0 and boost renewables

Renew Economy

Federal Labor and NSW Coalition join forces to fund eight critical electricity transmission and REZ projects, including new lines to "plug Snowy 2.0 into the grid.". The post NSW and federal Labor tip another $7.8bn to plug in Snowy 2.0 and boost renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The Future of Sustainable Fashion and Design: Stella McCartney and Lenovo Unveil Winning Concept of Central Saint Martins Design Competition

3BL Media

SOURCE: Lenovo. DESCRIPTION: Peter Nasielski, an MA Design; Furniture student from Central Saint Martins, crowned winner of sustainability design competition for regenerative seaweed eyewear concept. As winner, Peter will be awarded internships at Stella McCartney HQ in London and Lenovo Design HQ in the US. Three other finalists awarded internships at Lenovo HQ in the US.

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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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Spinning machines versus grid forming inverters: The search for control in 100 pct renewables

Renew Economy

Competition between spinning machines and grid forming batteries to replace retiring coal generators will be one of the landmark themes of the switch to renewables. The post Spinning machines versus grid forming inverters: The search for control in 100 pct renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Cintas Discusses Electric Vehicle and Alternate-Fuel Vehicle Strategy

3BL Media

The company is evaluating how different manufacturers’ offerings perform in its unique route-based business. SOURCE: Cintas. DESCRIPTION: Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) recently launched its electric vehicle pilot program, which will help Cintas evaluate the performance, durability and reliability of various EVs in a variety of business, weather and road conditions.

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Australian fund managers snap up 49 pct stake in Australia’s biggest wind farm

Renew Economy

Asset managers to buy 49% stake in Australia's largest wind farm from global turbine giant Goldwind. The post Australian fund managers snap up 49 pct stake in Australia’s biggest wind farm appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Get your ESG story straight: A sustainability communication starter kit

GreenBiz

COP27 is over, and now it’s time to turn corporate commitments into action. Here’s where your story begins.

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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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Solar capacity soars in EU as PV offers lifeline from energy crisis

Renew Economy

New data shows the EU installed 41.4GW of new solar capacity in 2022, up 47% from the 28.1GW installed in 2021. The post Solar capacity soars in EU as PV offers lifeline from energy crisis appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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LA Kings Partner With Children’s Hospital Los Angeles To Make the Season Brighter

3BL Media

SOURCE: AEG. DESCRIPTION: AEG’s LA Kings adopted 30 patients from Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) as part of the club's annual Adopt-A-Family holiday program, which aims to provide local families with an extraordinary holiday season. On December 17, the kids along with their families were invited to L.A. LIVE and Cryto.com Arena where they had a chance to skate at the LA Kings Holiday Ice Rink and watch the LA Kings face off against San Jose Sharks from a holiday-themed suite.

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Small but nimble solar and battery projects continue roll out in South Australia

Renew Economy

The latest in a series of solar projects with 5MW of PV and two-hours of battery storage has been commissioned in Murray Bridge in South Australia. The post Small but nimble solar and battery projects continue roll out in South Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Generative AI is here: How tools like ChatGPT could change your business

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Generative AI and other foundation models are changing the AI game, taking assistive technology to a new level, reducing application development time, and bringing powerful capabilities to nontechnical users.

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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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Origin gives Brookfield and EIG more time to consider $18bn bid and gas price cap

Renew Economy

Origin gives bidders Brookfield and EIG more time as they weigh the implications of the federal government’s move to control domestic gas prices. The post Origin gives Brookfield and EIG more time to consider $18bn bid and gas price cap appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The future of banks: A $20 trillion breakup opportunity

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Banking is radically transforming. Many banks can thrive by fundamentally changing the way that financial services are embedded into daily life.

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BlackRock to Continue Asking for Climate Targets and Disclosure Despite Anti-ESG Pushback

ESG Today

Investment giant BlackRock indicated that it will continue to ask companies to disclose their climate-related strategies and emissions reduction targets, with the release of its 2023 Global Principles for its investment stewardship unit. The updated principles, which set out the core elements of BlackRock’s stewardship activities, come as the firm faces growing political pushback, particularly from Republican politicians in the U.S., on its integration of ESG and climate-related factors in its i

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The secret to great health? Escaping the healthcare matrix

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The blueprint to achieve a lifetime of great health is increasingly clear and within our control. But unlocking it requires challenging the orthodoxies currently guiding individuals and institutions.

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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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Get Ready: Cisco’s Top Security Trends For 2023 That You Need To Know About

Cisco CSR

We recently had the chance to discuss the top trends prediction for 2023 issued by Gartner and what these may mean for CISOs. The trends are below: Consumer privacy rights will cover 5 billion citizens and more than 70% of global GDP. Most enterprises will adopt a strategy to unify web, cloud services and private application access from a single vendor’s SSE platform. 60% of organizations will embrace zero trust as a starting point for security by 2025.

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Could the Reallocation of Human Capital Be a Key Solution to Today's Climate Crisis?

3BL Media

Could the Reallocation of Human Capital Be a Key Solution to Today's Climate Crisis? Thu, 01/05/2023 - 11:20. Subheader. Written by Acre's Ian Povey-Hall for Investment Week. Type of Content. Blog. Layout. Featured Media. Body. Written by Acre's Ian Povey-Hall for Investment Week , published on 07.12.22, original source: Could the reallocation of human capital be a key solution to today's climate crisis?

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Solar Insiders Podcast: Little solar’s very big year

Renew Economy

The rooftop solar market has rebounded, and taken a bigger bite out of the coal market. But does it need to be controlled by such a big hammer? The post Solar Insiders Podcast: Little solar’s very big year appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Georgia Natural Gas (GNG) Foundation Teams Up With HouseProud Atlanta for the Holidays

3BL Media

Georgia Natural Gas (GNG) Foundation Teams Up With HouseProud Atlanta for the Holidays. Wed, 01/04/2023 - 10:55. Subheader. GNG Foundation donates $120,000 to Atlanta nonprofit organization enabling minority seniors to stay in their homes. Type of Content. Press Release. Layout. Standard Format. Body. ATLANTA, January 4, 2023 /3BL Media/ - The home may be the heart of the holidays, but for many low-income seniors, it represents a year-round struggle to keep up with needed repairs.

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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

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Smart Sensors for Smarter Business

Cisco CSR

As temperatures started to drop here in the United States, I was quickly reminded of how hard it can be for our customers to maintain a comfortable, jacket-free environment in their office spaces. Cooling or heating a space more than necessary wastes energy and it’s even more of a shame when no one is comfortable! We all know that there are several ways to save resources in evolving workplaces, yet the biggest drain on resources continues to be the data center. .

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PSE&G Receives Top Honor for Electric Vehicle Charging Program

3BL Media

Utility named a leader in the EV movement, prioritizing customer convenience and affordability. SOURCE: Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG). DESCRIPTION: NEWARK, N.J., December 20, 2022 /3BL Media — Public Service Electric and Gas Company , New Jersey’s largest utility with 2.3 million electric customers and 1.9 million gas customers, received the prestigious 2022 Drive Electric Award – Utility Award from Plug In America for its Clean Energy Future - Electric Vehicle Program.

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Integrate Your Supply Chain to Meet ESG Objectives

Environment + Energy Leader

Growing scrutiny from responsible business practices from shareholders, regulators and other stakeholders is driving a boom in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting. The post Integrate Your Supply Chain to Meet ESG Objectives appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Edison International 2021 Sustainability Report: Environmental & Social Justice

3BL Media

SOURCE: Edison International. DESCRIPTION: Edison International is committed to doing our part to support communities that are particularly vulnerable to and face disproportionate economic, social, public health and other effects from climate change and other environmental hazards (“environmental and social justice,” or ESJ, communities) in building adaptative capacity.

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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.