Getting meta about the metaverse
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
The ability to model processes such as training, product development in an immersive virtual world could have real implications for ESG strategies.
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Gas industry still talking garbage about big batteries, knowing they will kill its dirty cartel
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
The gas industry is sprouting utter nonsense about big batteries - a technology it knows will kill its dirty cartel in no time at all. The post Gas industry still talking garbage about big batteries, knowing they will kill its dirty cartel appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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The 15-minute city is not an affront to freedom
Corporate Knights
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Conspiracy theories aren’t a new thing, and for as long as they’ve been around they’ve ranged from the benign to the absurd. From the six moon landings being faked to the Earth being flat, or our ruling class being lizards, we’ve all probably come across them in one form or another. Yet, in a surprise twist, the hottest conspiracy theory of 2023 comes from an unlikely corner: town planning.
'There is just no excuse': Why do methane emissions remain 'stubbornly high'?
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
IEA warns that methane emissions from the global energy sector fell only fractionally last year, despite projects to cut methane leaks providing hugely attractive returns on investment.
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
Waratah Super Battery: Australia’s biggest committed battery gets final approval
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
NSW gives final approval for Waratah Super Battery, before launching into campaign mode as the election battle heats up. The post Waratah Super Battery: Australia’s biggest committed battery gets final approval appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Is the climate crisis really a ‘data problem?’ Yes and no
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Kentaro Kawamori, CEO of climate software firm Persefoni, wants to reframe how companies think about data.
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Preparing for climate disclosure in the largest capital market
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
For corporate sustainability professionals, questions as to what to expect, when and how to prepare for the SEC’s proposed climate disclosure rule are numerous, and understandably top of mind.
“Variable baseload:” Second offshore wind zone in works as talks begin on Hunter
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Offshore wind - now classified as "variable baseload" - poised for another major growth spurt with consultation open on Australia's second zone. The post “Variable baseload:” Second offshore wind zone in works as talks begin on Hunter appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Insetting, Origination, and Novel Approaches to Financing Forest Carbon
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Date/Time: April 4, 2023 (1-2PM ET / 10-11AM PT) As the IPCC states, there is no path to 1.5 ℃ that doesn’t include restoring the world’s forests. Forests not only sequester carbon but also provide critical ecosystem services, host much of the world’s biodiversity, and provide employment to 25% of the global population. Despite these benefits, forest carbon faces a financing gap that hinders the development of high-quality projects.
Australia’s energy market operator is worried about grid reliability. Should it be?
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
AEMO says there’s an “urgent need for investment" to meet grid reliability requirements. But is this reason to panic? The post Australia’s energy market operator is worried about grid reliability. Should it be? appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
When flooding hits, agriculture tries to be ready
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
A huge rain storm doesn’t always mean immediate relief for agriculture that has been dealing with drought for years. It can also mean flooding, which only if captured can provide long-term relief.
VNI West: New transmission route found to get around cost and community concerns
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
AEMO proposes new preferred route for VNI West transmission upgrade that costs less, fixes more grid problems, and might even have social licence. The post VNI West: New transmission route found to get around cost and community concerns appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Navigating the three horizons of 5G business building
McKinsey Sustainabilty
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
As 5G technology transforms industries, telcos’ ability to maximize the opportunity will depend on transforming themselves from network providers to outcome providers with a new approach to monetization.
Asian oil giant targets solar, batteries and hydrogen after buying Australian portfolio
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Malaysia oil giant targets solar, battery storage and green hydrogen in Australia finalising the purchase of a giga-scale solar portfolio. The post Asian oil giant targets solar, batteries and hydrogen after buying Australian portfolio appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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.
Clean Energy Deals Grow to a Record Share of Oil & Gas Sector M&A Activity: Deloitte
ESG Today
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Oil & gas companies have been refocusing the M&A and dealmaking activity towards clean energy technologies and initiatives, and away from traditional hydrocarbon-focused investments, according to a new study released today by professional services firm Deloitte. The report, “Oil and Gas M&A Outlook 2023: Pivoting for Change,” found that oil and gas M&A activity fell to an 18-year low 3% of industry market cap in 2022, despite the presence of typical deal drivers including record
Steel giants are stoking double standards on decarbonisation
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Steel majors will need to explain how they will meet their net zero emissions targets while continuing to build blast furnaces in high-growth economies like India. The post Steel giants are stoking double standards on decarbonisation appeared first on RenewEconomy.
PSEG to consider nuclear plant investments, capitalizing on the IRA’s production tax credits, CEO says
Utiliity Dive
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
The Inflation Reduction Act is a “game-changer that should provide the stability required for long-term viability of the U.S. nuclear fleet,” CEO Ralph LaRossa said.
Republican Lawmakers Attack SEC Climate Disclosure Rule “in Any Form”
ESG Today
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
A group of U.S. Republican congressional leaders announced today the publication of a letter to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler regarding the commission’s proposed climate-related disclosure rule, arguing that the rule exceeds the SEC’s authority, and accusing the SEC under Gensler of pursuing a “progressive social agenda.
Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?
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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.
4 proven ways to kick your procrastination habit | Ayelet Fishbach
TEDxInnovations
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
You've got a long list of things you want to do, but there's just one problem: you can't seem to get -- or stay -- motivated. Social psychologist Ayelet Fishbach is here to help. She offers insights on the science of motivation along with tips and cognitive tricks to help you reach your goals while staying happy, healthy and engaged. (This conversation, hosted by TED current affairs curator Whitney Pennington Rodgers, was part of an exclusive TED Membership event.
UL Solutions Launches New ESG Advisory and Assurance Practice
ESG Today
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Applied safety science company UL Solutions announced today the launch of a new advisory and assurance practice, aimed at offering companies with services and tools to measure and manage their ESG performance. According to UL Solutions, the launch of the practice comes amidst the emergence of various ESG frameworks for the assessment of companies’ non-financial performance, used by multiple stakeholders such as investors, customers and employees.
Lessons from leaders on green business building
McKinsey Sustainabilty
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Gain insights from leaders across industries who have successfully built and scaled green businesses.
Wizz Air Announces Deal for 36,000 Tons of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
ESG Today
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
European low-cost airline Wizz Air announced today an agreement with sustainable aviation fuel provider Neste, enabling the company to purchase 36,000 tons of SAF to supply its operations across Europe and the UK, beginning in 2025. According to Wizz Air, the purchase forms a key part of the company’s environmental strategy, which includes goals to reduce carbon emissions intensity by 25% by 2030 and reach net-zero by 2050.
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
The CSA further expands with a data privacy working group
Stacey Higginbotham
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Hot on the heels of announcing a Health and Wellness working group , the Connectivity Standards Alliance has created a working group focused on data privacy. The new working group will explore “the creation of a harmonized global specification and certification program.” The CSA has proven that it can bring hundreds of companies together to release the Matter smart home interoperability specification, but this new program is even more important in my opinion.
FERC approves PJM’s mid-auction capacity rule change over protests from NRG, Vistra, other generators
Utiliity Dive
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
The decision violates the filed-rate doctrine and is akin to playing blackjack at the “Federal Energy Regulatory Casino,” which can change the rules in the middle of a game, according to FERC Commissioner James Danly.
On the brink: Realizing the value of analytics in insurance
McKinsey Sustainabilty
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Insurers in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa invest significantly in advanced analytics but have unlocked a fraction of the potential value. How do top performers tip the balance in their favor?
The US could soon produce a majority of the solar panels it uses, but for SEMA, that’s just the beginning
Utiliity Dive
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
SEMA formed to lobby for domestic content standards in the solar industry, but the IRA happened sooner than anyone thought possible — expanding the manufacturing coalition’s ambition and vision for the future.
What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?
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Can better governance help space lift off?
McKinsey Sustainabilty
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
With more public and private actors entering the arena, outer space is getting crowded. Good governance could limit conflicts and help keep the space economy on a growth trajectory.
University of California’s rescue of Blackstone’s REIT exposes rot at the core of institutional asset management
Impact Alpha
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Editor’s note: ImpactAlpha contributing editor Imogen Rose-Smith, a longtime senior writer for Institutional Investor, contributes a bi-weekly column on the policies, practices and strategies of. The post University of California’s rescue of Blackstone’s REIT exposes rot at the core of institutional asset management appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Climate change, urbanization drive major declines in Los Angeles' birds in California, US
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Biologists use current and historical bird surveys to reveal how land use change has amplified -- and in some cases mitigated -- the impacts of climate change on bird populations in Los Angeles and the Central Valley over the past century. The study found that urbanization and much hotter and drier conditions in L.A. have driven declines in more than one-third of bird species in the region.
Nexans - Nexans awarded landmark wave energy contract in United States
Global Renewable News
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Highlights Nexans has been awarded.
What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?
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