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What Have Cats Got to do With Climate Change? An Interview with Dr. John Goodrich

Impakter

Impakter. What Have Cats Got to do With Climate Change? An Interview with Dr. John Goodrich. Humanity’s rapid globalisation and excessive existence over the past 50 years has triggered an uncontrolled warming of the planet, locking the “interlinked emergencies” of climate change and biodiversity loss on fast-forward. As UN Chief, Antonio Guterres, said in his opening speech at the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP 15) held earlier this month in Canada, “We […].

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December Pegasus Now Available!

Caux Round Table

Here’s the December issue of Pegasus. Last month’s edition directed your attention to the importance of thinking about mindsets. This month’s issue follows that presentation of which mindsets are most valuable with a discussion of design. First, we include a short piece by Tom Fisher, the Dayton Hudson Chair in Urban Design at the University of Minnesota, on humanity and panarchy.

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Thank You, Barbara Walters – 11 Lessons From Her Ground-Breaking Career

Joan Michelson

Because of Barbara Walters, women have much more power, money and influence – and a stronger voice, more career opportunities and more options in their lives. There are so many lessons for each of us to reflect on from her career and her choices. Here are 11.

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How Hair Cleans Up Oil Spills

Impakter

Impakter. How Hair Cleans Up Oil Spills. In the sweltering summer of 2022, I suddenly felt that I had too much hair, as I’m sure many others did, and that I might be considerably cooler if I lost some of it. I paid a visit to Dogobees in York, an eco-hairdressing salon. While my hair was being cut, I noticed large bags […]. The post How Hair Cleans Up Oil Spills appeared first on Impakter.

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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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B Lab Forces for Good Podcast: How Can Business Support Sustainable Food Production?

B the Change

The way we farm, process, package, and transport food is driving environmental degradation and climate change. So how do we fix our foodways? Sustainable food and agricultural systems are critical to human well-being and the health of our planet. Yet, environmental degradation, climate change, hunger, poverty, economic inequality, and the impacts of war all contribute to a complex of interconnected challenges that put our foodways in crisis.

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World’s largest money managers need a better ESG script

Financial Times: Moral Money

Weaknesses of environmental and social investment positions laid bare by Texas show trial

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As 2022 Wraps Up: The State of Cinema

Impakter

Impakter. As 2022 Wraps Up: The State of Cinema. With films like “Top Gun: Maverick,” “Everything Everywhere All at Once” and “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” the film industry found a way to get global audiences back in the movie theatre in 2022. This comes in direct contrast to many laments declaring the death of cinema in the 21st Century “Top Gun: Maverick” fulfilled the […].

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Blume Suggests More Differentiation Between Volkswagen Group Brands

CleanTechnica

Volkswagen Group CEO Oliver Blume told investors recently that he and his management team have a 10-point plan for the future.

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New Mexico EV Charging Stations Update (Some Got A Second Jolt of Cash)

CleanTechnica

A couple of years ago, the New Mexico Environment Department and NMDOT announced where the first batch of Dieselgate money was going. While the state had a variety of projects, dozens of sites around New Mexico were selected for EV charging stations, including DC fast charging sites throughout the state. But, things since then have […].

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Victoria’s Roadmap from Gas to Electricity

CleanTechnica

The southern state of Victoria in Australia is making headlines as it moves from brown coal to wind and from fossil fuel gas to battery-firmed solar. As such, it is making a great effort to take the general public along for the journey along Victoria’s Roadmap, with education playing a key role in the sat […].

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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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What Cool Things Did You Do To Help The Planet in 2022?

CleanTechnica

Carbon emissions from burning fossil fuels accumulate in the atmosphere if there is not enough absorbing biocapacity. Reducing humanity’s carbon footprint is an essential step to live within the means of our planet.

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Fossil Fuel Industry Plans To Hijack Offshore Wind In Gulf Of Mexico

CleanTechnica

As the Biden administration gets ready to push offshore wind in the Gulf of Mexico, fossil fuel companies wonder what's in it for them.

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Awesome Dutch BEV Sales in 2023

CleanTechnica

For our European readers, this is not news, but for many of our North American readers, this is still a bit of a mystery. Two-thirds of Dutch new car sales are company cars of the benefit in kind (BiK) type. These normally have a contract period of 3 to 4 years. After that period, the […].

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3D-Printed Electric Car Whipped Up By Canadian Auto Parts Companies

CleanTechnica

Canadian auto parts suppliers are putting their sustainability skills on display with the Project Arrow electric car featuring a 3D-printed chassis.

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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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Hyundai Reveals SEVEN Concept & Ioniq 6 In Canada, Hyundai Electric Partnering With GE For Korean Wind Power

CleanTechnica

Canadian Vehicle Reveals With the recent winter megastorm that rolled in from the arctic, I’m sure many of us probably aren’t excited to think about Canada right now. They can keep their cold air, even if they’re super polite. But, the rest of the year, when we’re not freezing our butts off from the air […].

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Seychelles Really Should Push To Become The Norway of Africa & Lead In EV Adoption

CleanTechnica

Norway leads the world in terms of EV market share for new car sales. Last month, plug-in electric vehicles took 89.3% share of the auto market. Electric cars are now so mainstream in Norway that Tesla’s Model Y recently beat a 53-year-old sales record. In 1969, 16,699 Volkswagen Beetles were sold in Norway. No vehicle […].

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Massive Tesla Supercharger Buildout in Response to Massive Sales of Model Y, 3, S, & X

CleanTechnica

I picked up my new Tesla Model 3 in October 2019 at the Salt Lake City Delivery Center. Since then, I’ve been very pleased with the Tesla Supercharger network that allows me to travel cross-country on Interstate highways with only a little inconvenience compared with my previous trips in gas-mobiles. I’m particularly pleased with the […].

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New (Green) Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks, New Hope For Nikola

CleanTechnica

After a bumpy start, the US startup Nikola is closing in on its vision of hydrogen fuel cell trucks, fueled by green hydrogen.

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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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New Treasury EV Federal Tax Credit Rules May Benefit Foreign Automakers

CleanTechnica

The Treasury Department is writing rules for the federal EV tax credit that some think are not in line with the intent of the IRA.

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