GreenBiz

OCTOBER 1, 2022

There is continued confusion over guidance on the role protecting forests should play on a company’s road to net zero.

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Renew Economy

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Australia's Quinbrook has locked in big profits from the sale of a US wind, solar and storage company it bought as a start-up five years ago. The post Quinbrook bags huge profit on sale of US wind, solar and battery company appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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OCTOBER 1, 2022

SOURCE: Nasdaq, Inc. DESCRIPTION: In current market conditions, ESG can help position companies for longer term, say Nasdaq ESG Advisory experts. Nasdaq has recorded a significant jump in ESG issues being discussed on corporate issuers’ quarterly conference calls, with around 65 percent of Russell 3000 firms and 76 percent of MSCI USA ESG Leaders talking ESG in Q1 2022.

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Renew Economy

OCTOBER 1, 2022

It’s becoming ever more likely that 100% renewable electricity in Australia’s electricity grid could be achieved by the end of the decade. The post So long, Loy Yang: shutting Australia’s dirtiest coal plant a decade early won’t jeopardise our electricity supply appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

SOURCE: Kohler Co. DESCRIPTION: It’s Hispanic Heritage Month and we’re celebrating the contributions and impact of our Latino/a/x associates like Dana Morales on our businesses, our history, and our mission of gracious living. With a fearless drive and endless creativity, Dana is making history as Kohler’s first female Principal Industrial Designer.

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Cisco CSR

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The popularity and utility of data centers are indisputable, especially as demand for applications, data, and cloud services continues to grow. There are more than seven million data centers in the world today and each data center requires lots of electricity to keep the machines running and from overheating. In fact, data centers consume more electricity than many countries , somewhere between South Africa and Indonesia.

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ESG Today

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The joint committee of Europe’s three primary financial regulatory agencies, the European Supervisory Authorities (ESAs) announced today proposals to add disclosures to the EU’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) relating to investments in fossil gas and nuclear energy activities. Under the new proposals, providers of investment products classified under SFDR as Article 8 (products promoting environmental or social characteristics) or Article 9 (products with a sustainable investme

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The Surf Smart program co-created with World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts is recognized for its impact and innovation. SOURCE: NortonLifeLock. DESCRIPTION: By Kim Allman | Head of Corporate Responsibility and Government Affairs. The Corporate Engagement Awards (CEA) , now in its 12th year, recognizes the most successful and innovative corporate partnerships.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Jerks at Work author Tessa West shares research and insights about the damaging effect of toxic behavior in the workplace and offers strategies for effectively coping with it.

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Funds will support local nonprofits focused on medium- and long-term community needs. SOURCE: Truist. DESCRIPTION: CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 30, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Truist Foundation announced donations totaling $1 million to support relief and recovery efforts for communities impacted by Hurricane Ian in Florida. Truist Foundation will provide three Florida regions with $200,000 each to support a nonprofit focused on disaster relief efforts.

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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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McKinsey Sustainabilty

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Across industries, only respondents working in energy and materials and financial services report more upbeat expectations for their companies’ profits or demand for their goods or services than in the previous survey.

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

SOURCE: Northern Trust. DESCRIPTION: We are committed to advancing an inclusive culture in which all individuals are valued, respected, supported and can fully participate and contribute to our success. Our focus on DE&I is rooted in our core values of service, expertise and integrity—allowing us to provide unrivaled service to clients—and create a dynamic culture composed of employees from diverse backgrounds with unique leadership styles and skillsets.

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ESG Today

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Princeton University’s $38 billion endowment will eliminate all holdings in publicly traded fossil fuel companies as part of the university’s fossil fuel dissociation policy, and as part of its commitment to achieving a net zero portfolio, according to a statement from the university. Princeton University Investment Company (Princo), the manager of the endowment, will also endure that the endowment does not benefit from exposure to those companies.

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

By Alexandra van der Ploeg. SOURCE: SAP. DESCRIPTION: In 57 of 108 countries, more than half of the workforce have jobs not matching their level of education. This situation is called skills mismatch. Seventy-two percent of this skills mismatch is attributed to under-education. In fact, hundreds of millions of young people find themselves unemployed and unemployable, lacking the right skills to take up the jobs available.

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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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Environment + Energy Leader

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Air Company, a carbon technology company that creates carbon-negative alcohols and fuels from Carbon Dioxide (CO2), has launched its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) made from captured CO2. The post Air Company Launches Sustainable Aviation Fuel Made from Captured CO2 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

SOURCE: The Home Depot. DESCRIPTION: ATLANTA, September 30, 2022 /3BL Media/ – The Home Depot Foundation is committing up to $1 million to support immediate disaster relief and long-term recovery efforts in communities impacted by Hurricane Ian. This new disaster response grant takes the Foundation’s 2022 disaster commitment to more than $5.5 million.

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ESG Today

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Impact ratings and analysis provider Impak Ratings announced today that it has raised €4.5 million in a Series A funding round, with investors including Societe Generale’s venture capital arm, Societe Generale Ventures, and impact-focused venture investor Altalurra Ventures. Impak is also partnering with the new investors. Societe Generale’s Global Banking and Advisory division selected Impak in December 2021 as a provider of environmental and social impact analysis for all of its major corporat

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

SOURCE: T-Mobile. DESCRIPTION: Our diverse workforce reflects the communities we serve and positions us to deliver incredible experiences for our customers. It’s not enough to say we support DE&I—we have a responsibility to put our words into action every day. Following our merger with Sprint, we deepened our commitment by launching our five-year Equity In Action (EIA) plan.

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Utiliity Dive

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Boosting sales of EVs in New York may require changing the law around how vehicles are sold, according to the Alliance for Clean Energy New York.

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Funds will support relief, recovery efforts across impacted region. SOURCE: Truist. DESCRIPTION: CHARLOTTE, N.C., September 30, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Truist Foundation announced it is donating $250,000 to support relief and recovery efforts for South Carolina communities impacted by Hurricane Ian. A portion of the donation will be made to the Center for Disaster Philanthropy’s (CDP) Atlantic Hurricane Season Recovery Fund for Hurricane Ian in South Carolina, specifically focused on medium- and long

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Utiliity Dive

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Regulators and policymakers must resist the temptation to overcommit to hydrogen for end uses where electrification will ultimately win out, the authors write.

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

SOURCE: Entergy Corporation. DESCRIPTION: Entergy is sending an initial wave of more than 820 restoration workers to support a safe restoration effort in anticipation of widespread damage from Hurricane Ian, including vegetation and line crews. According to the National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Ian is expected to make landfall on the west coast of central Florida as a major hurricane early morning Thursday, currently posing the highest risk from Fort Myers to the Tampa Bay region.

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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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Impakter

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Impakter. The Future Is in Youth’s Hands: New Skills Needed for the Green Transition. Over the past ten years, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) has held an annual forum to discuss training challenges and promote industrial skills development among young people in emerging economies. Co-organized by its Learning and Knowledge Development Facility (LKDF) and Sweden’s government agency for development cooperation Sida, this year the event will focus […].

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

SOURCE: Herbalife Nutrition. DESCRIPTION: By Erin Richards-Kunkel, Sr. Director, Strategic Partnerships and Corporate Social Responsibility. For humanity to become more sustainable, we must start re-imagining how to reduce our dependency on plastic. According to a new study on Human Health and Ocean Pollution , about 10 million metric tons of plastic waste enter the oceans yearly, killing seabirds, fish, and marine mammals.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Matt Leeds, a partner at consumer-focused private-equity group L Catterton, details a trio of winning strategies for growth.

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Words by Kate Zerrenner. SOURCE: TriplePundit. DESCRIPTION: When you enter a building, you probably don’t think much about what it took to build it. But the reality is that buildings comprise around 40 percent of global carbon emissions, much of it embodied in the building materials themselves. But a new hyper-local partnership is looking to move one step closer to increasing the circularity of the buildings and construction industry.

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Environment + Energy Leader

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The USDA is providing nearly $3 billion in funding for 70 pilot programs that among other goals will sequester millions of tons of carbon emissions. The post Programs Encourage Growth of Sustainable Agriculture appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

SCE has these tips to increase your cooling system’s energy efficiency without touching your thermostat. SOURCE: Edison International. DESCRIPTION: Ron Gales, ENERGIZED by Edison Writer Third in a three-part series. Part 1: Keeping Cool: 8 Tips for Air Conditioner Efficiency- Opens in new window Part 2: Keeping Cool: Saving Energy While Beating the Heat Air conditioning is a basic necessity for many.

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Environment + Energy Leader

OCTOBER 1, 2022

CFOs don't show support for proposed SEC disclosures and question the validity of ESG investment information. The post CNBC Survey Shows CFOs Not Completely Onboard with ESG Initiatives appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Rod Christie, the President & CEO of Turbomachinery & Process Solutions at Baker Hughes, spoke to Energy Connects during Gastech 2022. SOURCE: Baker Hughes. DESCRIPTION: Rod Christie, the President & CEO of Turbomachinery & Process Solutions at Baker Hughes, spoke to Energy Connects during Gastech 2022 about how natural gas will remain vital in providing reliable and efficient energy going forward.

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