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“Desperate” Liberals urge Dutton to “stop this stupid nuclear palaver”

Renew Economy

New group called Liberals Against Nuclear launches advertising campaign calling on the Coalition to ditch its nuclear policy before the election. The post “Desperate” Liberals urge Dutton to stop this stupid nuclear palaver appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Is COP30 Climate Action or Climate Hypocrisy?

Green Project Management

The 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) is set to take place in Brazil in this year, a symbolic moment for global climate action. Leaders, policymakers, and environmentalists will gather under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) banner to discuss sustainability. But Brazils preparations for this event expose a glaring contradiction: the […] The post Is COP30 Climate Action or Climate Hypocrisy?

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Giant eight hour battery project changes hands, as storage costs plunge 40 per cent

Renew Economy

Giant eight-hour battery project changes hands, as new owner cites "tremendous" decline in battery costs and key details of its underwriting agreement in NSW. The post Giant eight hour battery project changes hands, as storage costs plunge 40 per cent appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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An Opportunity to Build, In the Crisis

Stanford Social Innovation

By David S. Beckman For many in the nonprofit sector, the dizzying pace of rollbacks and new policies in the United States has been nothing short of stunning. Social sector actors are hardly alone in this regard, of course, but they have both the opportunity and a mission-driven motivation to respond. And as many are recognizing, philanthropic foundations that support their work must rally, and quickly, to their support.

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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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W.A. names new energy minister as it navigates transition beyond coal

Renew Economy

W.A. appoints new energy minister as it seeks to secure enough wind and solar to replace the state's ageing coal generators by the end of the decade. The post W.A. names new energy minister as it navigates transition beyond coal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Study unveils a unique microbiome in glacier meltwater streams

Envirotec Magazine

The Perito-Moreno glacier in Argentina. A new study sheds light on the diversity of microbial life in glacier meltwater. The streams draining the glaciers on our planets mountaintops harbor a wealth of unique microorganisms, yet little was known about these complex ecosystems until recently. A team of scientists, led by the Swiss Federal Technology Institute of Lausanne (EPFL) and including members of King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), has carried out the study, which ta

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Schneider Electric announces sustainability award winners

Sustainability Matters

Schneider Electric has announced the Pacific winners of its annual Sustainability Impact Awards. Announced at Schneiders Innovation Summit 2025 in Sydney, the awards celebrate businesses leading the way in decarbonisation, energy efficiencyand sustainable transformation. This years selection criteria were said to have highlighted companies turning their ambition into action, homing in on net-zero targets, electrificationand digitisation.

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Rooftop solar PV could supply two-thirds of world’s energy needs, and lower global temperatures

Renew Economy

New study finds covering the world's rooftops with solar panels could provide two thirds of global power consumption and almost completely replace fossil fuel power. The post Rooftop solar PV could supply two-thirds of worlds energy needs, and lower global temperatures appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Hydrogen safety to be researched by industry-academia project in Aberdeen

Envirotec Magazine

The project, MHYSTIC (New Materials and Methods for Hydrogen Transportation and Storage: Repurposing the Economic Future of the North Sea) will redeploy existing energy assets and skills towards developing innovations that will support the UKs hydrogen distribution network. A research project at the University of Aberdeen is investigating new materials and methods for hydrogen transportation and storage, repurposing existing assets and skills from the North Sea.

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Coal hub inks deal to source 100 pct of its power from solar and battery being built by global oil giant

Renew Economy

The owner of one of Australia's biggest coal export terminals inks PPA to run its operations entirely on renewable electricity, sourced from a nearby solar farm. The post Coal hub inks deal to source 100 pct of its power from solar and battery being built by global oil giant appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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How Product-as-a-Service (PaaS) models can improve access to green technology

Envirotec Magazine

Neil Pein is CEO at BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions. Businesses across Europe are facing mounting pressure to invest in more eco-friendly practices, but high upfront costs and operational challenges stand in the way. Neil Pein of BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, explains how embracing Product-as-a-Service (PaaS) models can improve accessibility to green technology, support the circular economy and help organisations meet evolving regulatory requirements.

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Two more wind turbines suffer damage in Canada and Norway

Renew Economy

Two more turbines damaged in recent days, with the hub and blades falling off a turbine in Canada and a blade disintegrating at a wind farm in Norway. The post Two more wind turbines suffer damage in Canada and Norway appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Global warming can lead to inflammation in human airways, new research shows

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

In a recent, cross-institutional study partially funded by the National Institutes of Health, researchers report that healthy human airways are at higher risk for dehydration and inflammation when exposed to dry air, an occurrence expected to increase due to global warming. Inflammation in human airways is associated with such conditions as asthma, allergic rhinitis and chronic cough.

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State safety authority shuts five solar farms due to fire risk, tells them to mow grass

Renew Economy

Safety authority's inspection blitz after fire saw five small solar farms closed until grass and vegetation is brought under control. The post State safety authority shuts five solar farms due to fire risk, tells them to mow grass appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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How a hummingbird chick acts like a caterpillar to survive

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

For the first time, scientists described a hummingbird chick potentially mimicking a poisonous caterpillar to avoid getting eaten.

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Neoen slashes capacity of proposed wind project and size of turbines after community feedback

Renew Economy

Neoen slashes turbine numbers at proposed wind project, and cuts their size in response to community feedback. It has also added a big battery. The post Neoen slashes capacity of proposed wind project and size of turbines after community feedback appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Making AI work for workers

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Employees are ready for AI. How can their leaders help them unleash new levels of creativity and productivity?

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FRV buys solar battery project, and reworks an adjacent project to suit

Renew Economy

FRV has bought the Axedale solar BESS from Acen Australia, which is directly next door to its Fosterville solar project. The post FRV buys solar battery project, and reworks an adjacent project to suit appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Cornish Lithium - Planning permission granted for the UK's first commercial geothermal lithium production facility based in Cornwall​​​​‌‍​‍​‍‌‍‌​‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‍​‍​‍​‍‍​‍​‍‌​‌‍​‌‌‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‌​‌‍‌​‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍​‍​‍​‍​​‍​‍‌‍‍​‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍​‍​‍​‍‍​‍​‍‌‍‍​‌‌​‌‌​‌​​‌

Global Renewable News

Cornish Lithium has been granted planning permission to build the UK's first commercial lithium production facility in Cornwall.Cornwall Council granted planning consent for the facility to be.

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Quinbrook closes financing for biggest solar and battery project in UK

Renew Economy

Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners says it has closed financing for the largest solar plus battery storage project under construction in the United Kingdom. The post Quinbrook closes financing for biggest solar and battery project in UK appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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California - Geothermal expansion effort at The Geysers seeks help from California lawmakers on speeding up permits

Global Renewable News

What's in this story California's geothermal permitting process is criticized for being slow and costly compared with other states. Sonoma Clean Power is backing legislation.

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GridBeyond appoints Chris O’Brien as Managing Director of Australia

Renew Economy

GridBeyond announces Chris O'Brienas the newManaging Director of Australia. The post GridBeyond appoints Chris O’Brien as Managing Director of Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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European Geothermal Energy Council - Geothermal Action Plan to be published in Q1 2026

Global Renewable News

The European Geothermal Energy Council (EGEC) welcomes eagerly awaited confirmation from the European Commission that the Geothermal Action Plan will be published in Q1 2026 (1).Dan Jrge.

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CIBSE award for aircon innovation

Envirotec Magazine

(Left to right) Marcus Brigstocke, Muhammad Ahmad, Luke Pulford, Muhammad Wakil Shahzad, Arif Shahab, Muhammad Mehroz, and Simon Parker. An energy-efficient cooling system developed by scientists at Northumbria University has picked up an important innovation award in the building services sector. Optimum Air Con an innovative cooling system developed in response to the global climate emergency was awarded Innovation of the Year – Thermal Comfort category at the Chartered Institution of

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Green Plains Inc. - Green Plains Breaks Ground on Carbon Capture Compression Equipment in Advantage Nebraska' Strategy, Provides Update on Clean Sugar Technology

Global Renewable News

Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRE) today (March 17) announced that construction has commenced on the compression infrastructure for its carbon capture and storage initiative in Nebraska, an importa.

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What comes next in defense tech?

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Commercial innovation is driving rapid advancements in defense technology, but maturity and readiness vary.

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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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International Finance Corporation - IFC and Cagamas to Drive Green Building Finance and Sustainability in Malaysia

Global Renewable News

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets and a member of the World Bank Group, ha.

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The Iberian green industrial opportunity: Sustainable fuels

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Spain could support the decarbonization of the transport sector by manufacturing renewable molecules and could lead as a European sustainable fuel producer.

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New York State Energy Research and Development Authority - $5 Million Is Now Available To Support Innovative Building Solutions in New York

Global Renewable News

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) today (March 14) announced $5 million is now available to support innovative building solutions in New York that can be.

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What can quantum computers do for humanity?

Financial Times: Moral Money

PsiQuantum chief executive argues technology could yield breakthroughs against climate change and disease

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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.