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Why Unilever’s downshift on sustainability is good news

GreenBiz

Environmental and social commitments are aligning more closely with tangible financial goals, a sign of sustainability’s maturity in business.

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Gas industry reached for tobacco playbook after science showed that gas stoves are harmful

Renew Economy

The gas industry was told by science in the 1970s that gas stoves were harmful to health, so it reached into the tobacco industry's playbook of denial. The post Gas industry reached for tobacco playbook after science showed that gas stoves are harmful appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Unilever CEO signals radical shift in sustainability agenda

GreenBiz

Under new Unilever CEO Hein Schumacher, sustainability will become part of a composite score by which brand managers will evaluate performance.

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Succession: Climate edition

Corporate Knights

In the early 2000s, Sylvie Trottier found herself trying to convince her father that climate change was real and dangerous. As an environmental studies student at McGill University at a time when the climate crisis was far from a household name, she knew much more about it than her father, Lorne Trottier. The difference between him and the next skeptical early-aughts dad, though, was that he had the means to do something about it.

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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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Master class: Planning your transition for later career and life

GreenBiz

Here's how late-career sustainability professionals can effectively navigate the transition and identify priorities and interests.

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On the map: A state-by-state guide to all operating generators on the NEM

Renew Economy

Where is that wind and solar farm that we keep on hearing about? Where is that big battery? And that coal generator about to shut down. The post On the map: A state-by-state guide to all operating generators on the NEM appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Bowen blindsided by Bluefloat as offshore wind debate gets really weird

Renew Economy

Bluefloat rescinds environmental application for its Illawarra offshore wind project after Bowen says he was blindsided by the news, and as the campaign against the technology gets really weird. The post Bowen blindsided by Bluefloat as offshore wind debate gets really weird appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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GeoEnergy Northern Ireland - New visitor centre lets you ‘dig deeper' into geothermal energy

Global Renewable News

Ryan White from the Department for the Economy reflects on the opening of the GeoEnergy Discovery CentreAn important focus of the GeoEnergy NI project is to help inform the public about the potent.

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Boost for Brookfield as it fends off fossil fuel investor seeking to derail Origin bid

Renew Economy

Brookfield gets a boost as it tries to fend off attempts by fossil fuel investor Australian Super to derail its $20 billion offer and transition play for Origin Energy. The post Boost for Brookfield as it fends off fossil fuel investor seeking to derail Origin bid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Contact Energy Ltd - Contact offers solution to New Zealand's CO2 shortage

Global Renewable News

Contact Energy (Contact) could help solve one of the biggest problems New Zealand is facing this summer - a beer shortage!Recent closures of traditional carbon dioxide (CO2) sources in multiple.

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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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SDSN Launches a New National Network in Portugal

Sustainable Development Network

SDSN Portugal joins SDSN’s family of 55 national and regional networks in their mission of advancing the SDGs locally and globally. On 2 November 2023, SDSN Portugal was officially launched by NOVA University Lisbon , Centre of Engineering and Product Development (CEIIA), and Instituto Marquês de Valle Flôr (IMVF). The Portuguese network will be hosted by these three institutions and has established the following objectives: (1) to shape multi-stakeholder dialogue, engaging the academic communit

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International Hydropower Association - International community sets new ambition for hydropower to enable sustainable growth

Global Renewable News

The Bali Statement on Powering Sustainable Growth - released today (Nov 2) at the World Hydropower Congress 2023 in Bali, Indonesia - states that sustainable hydropower must be the backbone of natio.

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Women-led Almouneer raises $3.6 million for diabetes care in Egypt

Impact Alpha

ImpactAlpha, November 6 – In Africa and the Middle East, 40% of adults are obese and/or are diabetic or pre-diabetic. Egypt’s Almouneer offers. The post Women-led Almouneer raises $3.6 million for diabetes care in Egypt appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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OMV - Climate-neutral district heating: Wien Energie and OMV establish joint venture for deep geothermal energy

Global Renewable News

Highlights Investment of around EUR 20 million allocated for deep geothermal projects Climate-neutral district heating from geothermal energy for up to 200,000 households Deep geothermal.

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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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A New Approach to Philanthropy: Why the Sector Must Prioritize Systems Change — And How Funders Can Respond

James Militzer

The field of philanthropy has grown in dynamism and innovation in recent years. Nowhere is this more apparent than in its efforts to address the root causes of challenges like growing inequality, extreme weather events and divisive politics. These challenges, driven by complex and multifaceted factors, have necessitated a different approach to philanthropic giving — one focused more on changing the underlying systems that perpetuate societal problems rather than simply on the problems themselves

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Dandelion Energy - Dandelion Energy Calls for "Switch to Geothermal" in Westchester County, Advocating to Make This the Last Winter Burning Fossil Fuels

Global Renewable News

Leveraging new available local utility incentives that make alternative energy more accessible and affordable, Dandelion Energy encourages homeowners to make this the last winter reliant on fossil fue.

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Crust-forming algae are displacing corals in tropical waters worldwide

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Over the past few decades, algae have been slowly edging corals out of their native reefs across the globe by blocking sunlight, wearing the corals down physically, and producing harmful chemicals. But in recent years, a new type of algal threat has surfaced in tropical regions like the Caribbean -- one that spreads quickly and forms a crust on top of coral and sponges, suffocating the organisms underneath and preventing them from regrowing.

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U.S. Department of Energy - What do Microelectronics Have to do with Emissions Reductions?How the U.S. Department of Energy is Partnering with Organizations Nationwide to Increase the Energy Efficiency of Semiconductors

Global Renewable News

By Dr. Carolyn Snyder, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Buildings & Industry at EERE Now that summer 2023 is behind us and we've had a chance to reflect on the record-breaking temperatures an.

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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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6th Annual Partner Innovation Challenge: Remarkable Growth, Outstanding Winners

Cisco CSR

Cisco Partner Summit 2023 marks a significant moment—and the ideal stage for us to proudly unveil the victors of Cisco’s sixth annual global Partner Innovation Challenge.

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Los Angeles Department of Water and Power - Mayor Bass Celebrates $48 Million Federal Grant to Expand and Strengthen Clean Energy in Los Angeles

Global Renewable News

As the historic delegation made up of Mayor Bass and members of the Los Angeles City Council continued their visit to the nation's capital, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today (Oct 18) annou.

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The Evolution of Oil & Gas Industry

Cisco CSR

The Oil & Gas industry has changed a lot. From Upstream through to Downstream, advancements in technology have made operations safer and more productive.

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Castillo Engineering - Castillo Engineering and RECON Corporation Partner on 15 MW Community Solar Portfolio in IllinoisPartners leverage combined experience on over 200 MW of community solar projects completed in the state

Global Renewable News

Castillo Engineering and RECON Corporation, a leading Midwestern EPC and solar contractor, announced that they have partnered on a 15 MW portfolio of five community solar projects in Illinois. Part of.

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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.

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Fossils tell tale of last primate to inhabit North America before humans

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Paleontologists have shed light on the long-standing saga of Ekgmowechashala, based on fossil teeth and jaws found in both Nebraska and China. Ekgmowechashala is the last primate found in the fossil record before humans.

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Tata Power Company Limited - Tata Power EZ Charge powering e-mobility for cricket fans at all World Cup Venues

Global Renewable News

Tata Power, one of India's largest and leading EV charging solutions providers, is playing a pivotal role in ensuring that cricket fans across the country have a seamless EV experience as they pu.

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CFA Institute Launches Climate Investing Certificate

ESG Today

Global investment professional association CFA Institute announced today the launch of a new Climate Risk, Valuation, and Investing Certificate, aimed at providing financial professionals with climate-related investment expertise, and to integrate climate considerations into valuation and portfolio construction processes. According to CFA Institute, the new certificate is being launched to meet the growing market demand by investment firms for staff with climate analysis skills, in order to adap

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Tata Power Company Limited - Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd. inks Power Delivery Agreement for 43.75 MW Group Captive Solar Plant with Mukand Limited, a Bajaj Group companyPlant set to generate 99.82 Million Units and offset over 54,687 tons of CO2 Emissions Annually

Global Renewable News

Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), a leading player in the renewable energy sector and a subsidiary of The Tata Power Company Limited, signed a Power Delivery Agreement (PDA) with Mukand Lim.

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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.

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How to eat our way out of the climate crisis

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Researchers conducted a study to determine if replacing dietary fats from palm oil, soy and other agricultural crops with fats created synthetically in chemical or biological processes could help reduce climate change-causing greenhouse gases. The researchers' analysis finds a reduction in carbon emissions and other benefits, such the opening of agricultural lands to reforestation which benefits biodiversity and creates a carbon sink.

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MET Group - MET Green Assets Holding becomes a strategic partner of SwissWinds

Global Renewable News

Two companies from the field of renewable energies are joining forces: MET Green Assets Holding AG is taking a 25 percent stake in SwissWinds Holding SA and its subsidiaries. The two partners will tog.

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Food waste prevention in Europe can generate major footprint savings

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

New calculations show that the European countries have great potential for reducing the demand for global food resources and the associated GHG footprint. Researchers have estimated the climate footprint savings that may be obtained from reducing food loss and waste along Europe's food supply chain by 50 % by 2030.

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ComEd - ComEd, HIRE360 Celebrate First Graduating Class of New EV Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Global Renewable News

ComEd and HIRE360 today (Nov 6) joined members of the community to recognize the first class of graduates of the Take Charge: Pre-Apprenticeship program, a first-of-its-kind program to prepare local.

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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.