3BL Media

APRIL 9, 2025

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., April 9, 2025 /3BL/ - ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year LG Electronics has been recognized for its dedication to sustainability initiatives, securing globally recognized certifications for its 2025 OLED TVs. The company said this recognition reaffirms its commitment to environmental responsibility and the development of advanced products that contribute to a more sustainable world.

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Sustainability Matters

APRIL 9, 2025

Researchers have devised a sustainable way of turning waste carbon dioxide into amino acids for humans, in a breakthrough that seeks to reduce carbon emissions and pave the way for green chemistry technologies across various industries. Theresearch by Professor San Ping Jiang, from Curtins WA School of Mines: Minerals, Energy and Chemical Engineering, working with Professor Jingyun Zheng from Chinas Hunan University and Professor Xin Wang from City University of Hong Kongpublished in Science Adv

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3BL Media

APRIL 9, 2025

April 9, 2025 /3BL/ - The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) announces the completion of its groundbreaking multi-year project on the advanced recycling of hospital waste. The final white paper, detailing the extensive research and key findings, is now published and available for industry stakeholders. Scope of Work The project aimed to assess the feasibility of using advanced recycling technologies to process mixed plastics from pre-surgical and laboratory areas in hospitals.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

APRIL 9, 2025

Wear and tear on plastic products releases small to nearly invisible plastic particles, which could impact people's health when consumed or inhaled. To make these particles biodegradable, researchers created plastics from plant starch instead of petroleum. An initial study shows how animals consuming particles from this alternative material developed health problems such as liver damage and gut microbiome imbalances.

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Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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Environmental News Bits

APRIL 9, 2025

Read the full story at Grist. Trumps unprecedented efforts to weaken FEMA come at a time when many disasters are intensifying due to climate change. A study of more than 750 recent heat waves, wildfires, and flood events found thataround 75 percent of these eventshad been made significantly worse by human-caused warming. Though experts say … Continue reading Trump wants to wind down FEMA.

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Renew Economy

APRIL 9, 2025

The troubled Callide C coal generator plant has suffered another major incident – described as an “explosion” or a “blast” – that will take one 420 megawatt (MW) unit offline for at least two months, just as the new state LNP government announces a potentially costly life extension to its neighbouring facilities. The Callide C3 […] The post Troubled coal plant offline for two months following “blast” days before LNP reveals life extension app

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CleanTechnica

APRIL 9, 2025

New starting price of BYD Seagull EV is 56,800 yuan ($7,800), making it one of the cheapest subcompact EVs in Asia BYD has announced a significant price cut for its Seagull EV, bringing the new starting price to 56,800 yuan ($7,800). This is a substantial reduction from the previous starting. [continued] The post BYD Announces Price Cut on Seagull Now $7,800 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Environmental News Bits

APRIL 9, 2025

Read the full story from NPR. The secretary of commerce is personally reviewing all contracts with commitments above $100,000 at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, causing backups and uncertainty in the agency that is responsible for the country’s weather forecasts, marine fisheries management and coastal management. NOAA is housed within the Department of Commerce. … Continue reading NOAA contracts are being reviewed one by one.

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CleanTechnica

APRIL 9, 2025

According to Elon Musk, a top economic advisor and key “tariff whisperer” of Donald Trump, who he helped to elect, is “dumber than a sack of bricks.” A little bit of a rift has surfaced between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Donald Trump tariff leader Peter Navarro, aka Ron Vara. [continued] The post The Core Issue Between Elon Musk & Trump Tariff Leader Peter Navarro appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Environmental News Bits

APRIL 9, 2025

Read the full story at Inside Climate News. As President Donald Trump signed a slew of executive orders Tuesday aimed at keeping coal power alive in the United States, he repeatedly blamed his predecessor, Democrats and environmental regulations for the industrys dramatic contraction over the past two decades.

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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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Renew Economy

APRIL 9, 2025

The first big battery to be locked into a "baseload renewables" contract for a major energy consumer has commenced full operations. The post Australia’s most renewable grid has another big battery, providing “baseload” wind to huge mine appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Environmental News Bits

APRIL 9, 2025

Read the full story from Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. In what it called the greatest and most consequential day of deregulation in U.S. history, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its most expansive deregulatory initiative to date on March 12, 2025.

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Renew Economy

APRIL 9, 2025

One of the units at the ageing and troubled Callide coal hub was shut down by a "blast" just days before new LNP government reveals controversial life extension. The post Callide unit shut down by “blast” just days before Queensland LNP reveals life extension for coal plants appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Environmental News Bits

APRIL 9, 2025

Read the full story from CNN. The centerpiece of President Donald Trumps America-first economic agenda is reinvigorating the manufacturing industry.

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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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Renew Economy

APRIL 9, 2025

Coalition won't cap renewable energy generation to make way for nuclear, despite its modelling to the contrary, according to its energy spokesperson. The post Ted O’Brien’s mixed messages and modelling backtracks: Coalition may not cap renewable power appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Environmental News Bits

APRIL 9, 2025

Read the full story from the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center. The Beverage Resilience Program offersfree help to make Illinois craft beverage businesses more sustainable and save money.

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Renew Economy

APRIL 9, 2025

Federal Labor's battery rebate would include an important tweak to SRES to ensure there is "zero chance" it will put upward pressure on electricity prices. The post Bowen says design of battery scheme leaves “zero chance” it will increase electricity prices appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Environmental News Bits

APRIL 9, 2025

Download the report. This report provides the first economic analysis of geological mapping conducted for the entire United States. Globally, this is the largest and most comprehensive jurisdictional economic assessment for geological mapping ever conducted.

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Renew Economy

APRIL 9, 2025

Landmark DC-coupled solar and battery project in Victoria's Gippsland region reaches financial close and begins construction. The post Landmark solar and battery project reaches financial close and begins construction in Gippsland appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

APRIL 9, 2025

Mercer Street Hospitality founder and CEO John McDonald discusses how he selects new projects while maintaining his stable of restaurants and bars in a notoriously challenging industry.

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Renew Economy

APRIL 9, 2025

Regional towns and communities are set to lose thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in the next five years under the Coalition's nuclear plan. The post Going nuclear will decimate jobs in regions first, stop billions in new investment appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Cisco CSR

APRIL 9, 2025

Cisco and Google Cloud enhance enterprise networking with integrated SD-WAN solutions, offering seamless connectivity, robust security, and simplified management for hybrid environments worldwide.

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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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Renew Economy

APRIL 9, 2025

Local and international energy giants back major fundraising round for Australian solar and thermal energy storage hopeful, RayGen. The post RayGen raises $127m as local solar thermal hopeful prepares for global stage appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

APRIL 9, 2025

New research into the overlooked environmental impact of pet dogs has found far-reaching negative effects on wildlife, ecosystems and climate.

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Renew Economy

APRIL 9, 2025

Palau president urges Australia to persist in the bid to co-host climate talks in 2026, and takes a swipe at the leader of the federal opposition for his infamous 2015 faux pas. The post No joke: Climate impacts “not a punchline:” Palau president takes swipe at Dutton appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

APRIL 9, 2025

From political polarization to social movements, outrage is reshaping the landscape for organizations. A business professor offers a unique, practical approach to help leaders make sense of this phenomenon, engage stakeholders effectively, and build resilience.

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Renew Economy

APRIL 9, 2025

Ten community batteries to be installed at University as part of federal funding program. The post University to host ten community batteries to soak up excess solar and be part of virtual power plant appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Global Renewable News

APRIL 9, 2025

The German ABO Energy group has been granted a planning reservation to build a hydrogen production plant in Oulu in northern Finland. In the preliminary plan, the new hydrogen plant would have an elec.

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Renew Economy

APRIL 9, 2025

The first big battery to be locked into a "baseload renewables" contract for a major energy consumer has commenced full operations. The post First big battery signed up to deliver “baseload” renewables comes to life on the grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Global Renewable News

APRIL 9, 2025

Highlights Both companies have created a joint venture to co-develop photovoltaic and battery storage projects until they reach the Ready to Build phase Greening will contribute a portfolio.

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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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